Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

5.0 (27 reviews) Ballarat, Australia
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Duration2h 15m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

See Ballarat’s Gold Rush history through the places where it unfolded, from Bakery Hill and the site of Peter Lalor’s speech to selected historic buildings and the old library at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. A local guide in period Victorian attire shares stories of the city’s buildings and characters, with a coffee, tea, or chai at Craig’s Hotel and a locally designed Ballarat art print to take home.

What's included

  • Access to selected historic buildings and interior spaces
  • Coffee, tea or chai at a historic Ballarat hotel
  • Small locally designed Ballarat art print
  • Guided walking tour of historic Ballarat
  • Local guide in period Victorian attire (English)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from the meeting point

What to expect

  1. Bakery Hill
    30m
    Visit the place where the city of Ballarat first started at Bakery Hill, Ballarat. Discover the stories and wander inside historic buildings still standing that were built during the Goldrush period.
  2. Bakery Hill
    10m
    Visit the hidden spot where Peter Lalor made his Bakery Hill speech that kicked off the pivotal Eureka Stockade and rebellion in Australia. Learn about the history behind the rebellion and how it changed the future of Australia.
  3. Ballarat
    30m
    Enjoy the gorgeous historic buildings of Ballarat and stop for a coffee, hot chocolate or chai at the Craig's Hotel and listen to the intriguing tales that surround the old Hotel and Walter Craig, the pub owner.
  4. Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute
    10m · Admission ticket included
    Get exclusive access to the grand Ballaarat Mechanics Institute old library, where ancient books and newspapers are hidden away.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of St Paul’s Anglican Church, Bakery Hill (5 Humffray St S). Your guide will be wearing period Victorian attire and will be easy to spot.

End point

The tour finishes near Ballarat Town Hall in the city centre, a short walk from restaurants, cafes, shops and public transport.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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