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Hidden Secrets Tours – Melbourne

Hidden Secrets Tours is Melbourne's original and award-winning laneway walking tour operator, proudly showcasing the city's character for more than 21 years. Their passionate local guides live and breathe Melbourne, revealing the countless hidden gems tucked within historic arcades and vibrant laneways.

Rather than handing guests a map, Hidden Secrets Tours offers a highly personal, immersive experience. Each guided walk through the city's famed 1-mile CBD block blends history, architecture, street art, fashion, food, and local stories—creating a rich understanding of Melbourne's past and present. Tours are conversational, engaging, and delivered at a relaxed pace, ideal for conference delegates, corporate groups, and families.

With the ability to tailor experiences to specific interests, Hidden Secrets Tours ensures every group discovers a side of Melbourne they would otherwise miss. Thanks to the city's arcades and covered walkways, tours operate comfortably in all weather and are available year-round.

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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.


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