Ararat Heritage Town Bus Tour - 2026

Join us for a free guided bus tour exploring the rich history, heritage, and unique stories of Ararat for Seniors Festival 2026.

Once a thriving gold-mining town. Ararat is home to a remarkable collection of historic buildings, cultural attractions, and scenic landmarks. During this tour, participants will visit and learn about some of the region's most significant sites, including the Ararat Town Hall, the former Ararat Shire Hall, Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre, J Ward, and the beautiful Green Hill Lake.

The tour will also include a visit to One Tree Hill Lookout, offering spectacular panoramic views across Ararat and the surrounding countryside.
This is a wonderful opportunity to discover the people, places, and stories that have helped shape Ararat into the vibrant regional city it is today.

Tour Itinerary:
TRAVELLING BY V/LINE TRAIN
Participants traveling from Melbourne can access the Victorian Seniors Festival free travel offer and catch the following services:
7:53am Depart Melbourne Southern Cross Station
10:22am Arrive Ararat Railway Station

ARARAT TOWN BUS TOUR
10:30am - Board the bus at the Ararat Railway Station
10:30am - 12pm Ararat Town Tour
12pm - Drop off at the Ararat Town Hall

Free time to have lunch, browse the town, do some shopping

RETURN JOURNEY
2:00pm - Pick up at Ararat Town Hall
2:10pm - Drop off at Ararat Railway Station
Participants returning to Melbourne can catch the following V/line service:
2:28pm depart Ararat Railway Station
5:17pm arrive Melbourne Southern Cross Station

Don't forget to bring your Seniors Card!