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Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
Step into the shadows on the Bendigo After Dark Ghost Tour and uncover the city’s eerie secrets. his immersive 90-minute night walk reveals the haunted side of one of the world’s richest gold rush cities.
By lantern light, you’ll explore historic streets and step inside iconic buildings including the Shamrock Hotel and the atmospheric Black Swan Hotel. Every chilling tale is grounded in real Bendigo history, drawn from newspapers, coronial inquests and archived records. Hear of tragic fires, mysterious deaths, lost fortunes and restless souls said to linger after dark.
Visit the site of Bendigo’s first hidden cemetery, stand near the walls of the old Sandhurst Gaol, and uncover stories most visitors never hear. The tour concludes with a complimentary local beer, wine or soft drink as you debrief the evening’s eerie encounters.
Relaxed 2km walk. 8pm (Winter) start from the Bendigo Visitor Centre.
What's included
Enjoy a beer, wine or coke at the Black Swan Hotel.
Gratuities
What to expect
15m · Admission ticket included
Visit the famous Shamrock Hotel and hear about it's permanent residents.
Rosalind Park
20m
Explore the site of the original Bendigo gold-rush camp, once the scene of lawlessness and murder. Hear eery tales of the old state school and police barracks.
10m
Stand in the shadows of the old Sandhurst Gaol as you hear the story of one of its most infamaous residents William Harrison.
15m
Wander through the old China Town district as you hear the story of Yuck Yung, a Chinese miner trapped in a foreign country. Visit the site of the towns first cemetery with over 200 souls still laying hidden beneath the dark alley.
St Kilian's Church
5m
Visit the final resting place of Henry Bachaus, the infamous property tycoon of Bendigo.
20m · Admission ticket included
Step into the dark cellar of the historic Black Swan Hotel where you'll hear of it's once murderous publican. Enjoy a complimentary drink and share your own ghostly stories.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Meet on steps of Bendigo Visitor Centre, 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo.
End point
Tour concludes for a complimentary drink in the cellar of the historic Black Swan Hotel.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
