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Miners, Music and Mayhem Tour – Ballarat Heritage Festival


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Miners, Music and Mayhem Tour – Take a lively stroll through Ballarat’s gold rush era, where fortune-seekers, performers, and wild pub brawls shaped the city. Discover hidden alleyways, historic buildings, and untold tales of those who built (and nearly broke) Ballarat. Includes morning tea and coffee at a historic venue.

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.

Perfect for couples of all ages, groups of friends, and solo travellers – even kids love it! 2.5 hrs long, covering a distance of 1.5km at a relaxed pace.

This fun-filled 2.5 hr tour includes:

Exclusive access to the upper level of the beautiful Town Hall and the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute

Hot drink at the most historic, grand hotel in Ballarat

Fascinating and intriguing tales from the Gold Rush

Visit the exact spot where the Eureka Stockade speech was made

Want a shorter tour? Join the Sly Grog and Hidden Gold Tour.

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  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
24 May
10:00am - 12:30pm

Ballarat CBD

$77.00 - $97.00

Guided tour includes coffee/hot drink, art print and morning tea.

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