Ballarat city tales tour
discover secrets of Ballarat on a history guided walking tour
unique ballarat history walking tour
JOIN THE BALLARAT CITY TALES TOUR + coffee - YOUR FUN & INTRIGUING 2.5 hr JOURNEY AWAITS!
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city tales tour
Take an immersive slow travel journey to discover mysterious laneways, quirky local shops, and captivating historic hidden tales. Perfect for couples of all ages, groups of friends and solo travellers. 2.5 hrs long, around 1.5km far with easy walking.
🧐 Intriguing lanes
🎊 Quirky cafes & shops
🧞 Hidden gems
☕️ Coffee, hot choc or chai
🖼️ Ballarat art print
Cost: $77pp
Group: $67pp 4+ people
Book a ballarat tour
Book into a scheduled tour below or call 0455528733 to book.
Select how many people will go under “quantity.” Can’t find a tour that suits your schedule? Book a private small group tour here. The meeting point is at Mr. Jones Dining, Bakery Hill.
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“Fun, relaxed, a walk back in time!!”
“This tour is wonderful! Our guide Jarrod was so friendly, informative and really made the stories come alive."
join an intriguing history guided walking tour
Tours regularly run every weekend at 10:30am on Saturday (or sometimes a Sunday), and go for approx. 2 hrs 30 mins including coffee break. Just $77 pp and includes a coffee and a unique Ballarat print. For a shorter tour, please see our 1 hr Secret Ballarat tour.
Need a specific time/date? Make a booking here. Need more info? Email us at hello@hiddenlanes.com.au or SMS/call 0455528741.
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Terms & conditions
inquire about a private tour
for groups of up to 12 people
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The meeting point is at the Bakery Hill car park/mural next to Mr. Jones Dining, 42-44 Main Rd, Bakery Hill VIC 3350. Please arrive 5 minutes before departure time.
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The tour goes for approximately 2.5 hrs and includes a coffee/tea break.
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Parking is available at the Main Road carpark (at the meeting point) or on side streets. The Main Road car park is next to Mr Jones Dining, 42-44 Main Rd, Bakery Hill VIC 3350.
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Ballarat's driving culture is a bit different - the unwritten rule of the road here is that cars have the right of way-and they go fast! When crossing the road, if a vehicle is still moving, try to establish eye contact and wait till they stop. Do not just follow the tour guide crossing the road, only cross when it is safe for you to do so, the group will wait for you on the other side of the road.
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Ballarat's weather is... infamous - be prepared for anything. Having said this, Mark Twain, the American writer was a big fan of Ballarat's weather when he visited in 1895!
However, bring a warm jacket and brolly and comfortable walking shoes. On icy winter days a hat and gloves are in order. The tour will go ahead regardless of the weather.
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This tour is enjoyable for most older children. Children under 4 years old are free, but no drink or art print is included.
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For assistance in booking please email hello@hiddenlanes.com.au or call 0455528741
With thanks to local historians Dr. David Waldron and Doug Bradby.
This tour was developed on the Country of the Wadawurrung who have performed age old cultural ceremonies, celebrations and traditions here for thousands of years. We would like to acknowledge and pay our respects to the Elders past and present.