Discover Ballarat through the spirited women who helped shape the city, and those making their mark today. Led by passionate local guide Emma, this 1.5-hour slow-travel walking tour takes you down historic streets and hidden laneways to uncover inspiring stories of ambition, creativity, courage, and everyday ingenuity.
From the 1800s goldfields to the present day, hear fascinating tales of women who built thriving businesses, challenged expectations, and brought communities together, including Tilly Thompson, Victoria's first travelling saleswoman, alongside lesser-known local trailblazers. Brought to life with historic photographs and family memories, this intimate small-group experience concludes in Ballarat Central with a complimentary Ballarat art print for every guest to take home as a keepsake.
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Step back in time at Sovereign Hill. There’s coach rides, gold panning, a spectacular gold pour, underground mine adventures, theatre shows, sweet making, costume characters and musket firing demonstrations to name a few.
From £35.60 per person
See inside the best buildings and historical-cultural sites. Local friendly guide. Hear untold stories and history.
From £34.56 per person
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 t…
From £51.84 per person
