Explore Ballarat’s hidden gems and historic sites on a captivating walking tour. Uncover mysterious tales and enjoy a delightful mid-journey refreshment.
Explore Ballarat’s hidden gems and historic sites on a captivating walking tour. Uncover mysterious tales and enjoy a delightful mid-journey refreshment.
- Bakery Hill - Explore the birthplace of Ballarat at Bakery Hill. Uncover fascinating stories and step inside historic structures from the Goldrush era that still stand today.
- Bakery Hill - Discover the secret location where Peter Lalor delivered his famous Bakery Hill speech, sparking the significant Eureka Stockade and rebellion in…
- Bakery Hill - Explore the birthplace of Ballarat at Bakery Hill. Uncover fascinating stories and step inside historic structures from the Goldrush era that still stand today.
- Bakery Hill - Discover the secret location where Peter Lalor delivered his famous Bakery Hill speech, sparking the significant Eureka Stockade and rebellion in Australia. Delve into the history of the rebellion and its impact on Australia’s future.
- Ballarat - Admire the stunning historic architecture of Ballarat and enjoy a coffee, hot chocolate, or chai at Craig’s Hotel. Immerse yourself in the captivating stories of the old Hotel and its owner, Walter Craig.
- Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute - Gain exclusive entry to the magnificent Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s old library, where ancient books and newspapers are preserved.
- Access to selected historic buildings and interior spaces
- Guided walking tour of historic Ballarat
- Local guide in period Victorian attire (English)
- Coffee, tea or chai at a historic Ballarat hotel
- Small locally designed Ballarat art print
- Access to selected historic buildings and interior spaces
- Guided walking tour of historic Ballarat
- Local guide in period Victorian attire (English)
- Coffee, tea or chai at a historic Ballarat hotel
- Small locally designed Ballarat art print
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional food and drinks
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Additional food and drinks
- Transportation to/from the meeting point
Venture off the main roads and uncover a side of Ballarat that many visitors overlook.
This guided walking tour vividly brings to life the city’s Gold Rush era through the very locations where history unfolded - from magnificent Victorian architecture to hidden alleyways and unnoticed corners rich with tales.
Guided by a local expert dressed in authentic…
Venture off the main roads and uncover a side of Ballarat that many visitors overlook.
This guided walking tour vividly brings to life the city’s Gold Rush era through the very locations where history unfolded - from magnificent Victorian architecture to hidden alleyways and unnoticed corners rich with tales.
Guided by a local expert dressed in authentic Victorian attire, the tour offers a personal, relaxed, and engaging experience, highlighting the details, characters, and moments that contribute to Ballarat’s unique charm.
Halfway through the tour, enjoy a break with a coffee, hot chocolate, or chai at one of Ballarat’s oldest hotels, before continuing to discover more of the city’s secret spots.
Participants will also receive a small, locally designed Ballarat art print as a keepsake.
The tour lasts approximately 2-2.5 hours (about 1.5km) at a leisurely pace with frequent stops. It is ideal for couples, solo travelers, and small groups.
Children under 6 can join for free (beverages not included).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.