The meeting point is out the front of St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Bakery Hill. Please arrive 5 minutes before departure time.

The tour goes for approximately 2.5 hrs and includes a coffee/tea break. It’s around 1.5km long.

Parking is available at the Main Road carpark or on side streets nearby. Big W is another centrally located car park.

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.

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.

This tour is enjoyable for most children. Children under 6 years old are free, but no drink or art print is included.

For assistance in booking please email hello@hiddenlanes.com.au or call 0455528741