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City Tales Guided Walking Tour
Highlights
- Uncover hidden Goldrush stories with a local storyteller, revealing Ballarat's rich history and cultural treasures.
- Enjoy exclusive access to the Town Hall's upper level, immersing yourself in Ballarat's architectural beauty and heritage.
- Sip a complimentary hot drink at Ballarat's grand hotel, savouring the warmth of local hospitality and history.
- Stroll through the city on a flat, accessible route, ensuring a relaxed pace for meaningful conversations and connections.
Step into Ballarat’s exciting hidden Goldrush stories – on the Ballarat City Tales walking tour.
With a local storyteller as your guide, you’ll uncover forgotten tales of rebellion, ambition, and invention from gold rush dreams to moments of wonder.
This fun-filled 2-2.5 hr tour includes exclusive access to the upper level of the beautiful Town Hall and the Ballarat Mechanics Institute, hot drink at the most historic, grand hotel in Ballarat and fascinating, intriguing tales from the Gold Rush and a visit to the spot where the Eureka Stockade speech was made.
You want a truly unique experience that can only be found in Ballarat, but finding something beyond the usual tourist spots can be difficult. Without the right guide, you’ll miss out on so many fascinating places and stories that make this city special. Don’t leave Ballarat without truly experiencing its hidden gems.
The tour includes a complimentary hot drink and a beautifully designed art print to take home as a memento of your experience.
Perfect for locals and visitors, this tour is all about slowing down and seeing Ballarat through new eyes.
Small group sizes ensure a relaxed pace and time for great conversation. Accessible and flat route.
Itinerary highlights
Titanic Memorial Bandstand
A gorgeous bandstand with an intriguing history.
Main Road
Soak in the curious Main Road where eccentric shops are mixed in with a wild history.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Operation information
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