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Miners, Music and Mayhem Tour – Ballarat Heritage Festival

Ballarat CBD

Ballarat VIC 3350

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  • 17 May & 24 May

10am–12:30pm

$77 - $97

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

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.

Content: Hidden Lanes

Accessibility Information

  • Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Please note: The accessibility information above is provided by the business operator. For more information, please contact the business directly.

Visitor Information Centres

Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


©️ 2025 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.