Ballarat Vintage Fashion history & shopping tour

3 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Uncover the glamour and forgotten secrets of Ballarat's style past on this curated 3-hour guided walking tour! Perfect for vintage lovers, you'll explore the city's finest hidden antique and vintage shops while enjoying exclusive 10-15% shopping discounts. Delve into intriguing tales of the powerful, trailblazing women who shaped Australia's fashion industry—such as Tilly Thompson, Victoria's first travelling saleswoman. Wrap up your elegant slow-travel afternoon with a complimentary local crafted gin & tonic (or bubbly/non-alcoholic drink) and a sweet treat at a stylish 1920s-style bar. Every guest also takes home a beautiful, custom Ballarat art print as a keepsake!

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Hidden Lanes

Ages: Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Exclusive discounts: 10% to 15% off shopping discounts at selected vintage and antique stores.
Included: Ballarat art print: Custom souvenir print for every guest.
Included: Expert guide: Full 3-hour guided walking tour highlighting local fashion history and icons.
Included: Complimentary drink: A craft gin & tonic, premium bubbly, or non-alcoholic option.
Included: Sweet treat: A delicious local snack/treat provided during the tour.

Not included

Not included: Lunch and personal shopping

Itinerary

Stop 1

30 min

Discover how Ballarat's fashion industry has been driven by remarkable women since the Goldrush in the 1800s. Learn the intriguing tales of Tilly Thompson, Victoria's first travelling saleswoman.
Stop 2

1 h 30 min

Take a luxurious slow travel journey to discover quirky vintage fashion shops, antique stores, and picturesque architecture with exclusive 10-15% shopping discounts.
Stop 3

one hour

Finish the tour in elegance at a 1920's style venue. Relax, make new friends, and enjoy a complimentary house-made gin, glass of bubbly, or a non-alcoholic drink along with a sweet treat.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at 11 Main Road, Bakery Hill. Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes, as we will go down some uneven alleyways and do a bit of walking.

End point

The tour finishes in elegance at Grainery Lane (or Sip Champagne Bar), where guests enjoy a complimentary house-made gin or a non-alcoholic drink wrapped into an unforgettable afternoon.