Hidden Lanes Slow Travel Walking Tours.
Step off the main drag and into the heart of the Goldfields with Hidden Lanes – where stories linger in the architecture and every laneway leads to a surprise.
Hidden Lanes offers immersive walking tours in Ballarat and Clunes that reveal historic secrets, creative makers, and vibrant local life. Designed for curious travellers who prefer to explore slowly and deeply, each tour offers an insider's view into Victoria's gold rush towns.
Choose from four unique experiences.
City Tales Tour is a 2–2.5 hour guided walking tour uncovering Ballarat's most curious stories, historic architecture, and hidden spots. Includes a hot drink and locally designed art print.
Vintage Fashion Tour invovles a three-hour guided shopping adventure through Ballarat's best vintage stores, with exclusive discounts and time to try things on. Stories and style from past and present.
Slow Food & Gin Distillery Tour is a 2.5 hour indulgent food and drink experience visiting grand historic venues and local producers. Includes tastings, stories, and behind-the-scenes moments.
Explore one of Australia's best-preserved gold towns on the Goldfield Secrets: Hidden Clunes Tour. Includes exclusive access to historic buildings and tales from the town that started it all.
Self-guided options also available. Travel deeper, not faster, with Hidden Lanes.
