Bendigo Heritage preserves, restores and shares the stories of some of Bendigo’s best and most significant heritage sites, including Central Deborah Gold Mine, Bendigo Tramways and the Bendigo Joss House Temple.
Central Deborah Gold Mine
At Central Deborah Gold Mine, you can explore the hidden underground tunnels of an authentic gold mine that operated during the gold rush boom of the 1900s.
Mine Experience Tour
Don a hard hat and descend 61 metres underground with an expert tour guide. Explore hidden tunnels, encounter unique geology formations, see gold in its natural state, hear the roar of mining machinery and discover what life as a miner was really like during the harsh gold rush era.
Opening Hours
9:30am – 4pm
Cost
Adult: $40. Concession: $35. Child (3-15 years): $30. Family (2 adults + up to 3 children): $110.
Explore The Surface
Step back in time to explore the surface of Central Deborah Gold Mine, where you can try your hand at gold panning. See the original heritage-listed buildings and mining equipment that played a vital role in its operation.
Cost
Adult: $8.50. Concession: $6.00. Child: FREE. Note: Explore the Surface is included with the Underground Mine Experience Tour and Vintage Talking Tram Tour.
Bendigo Tramways – Vintage Talking Tram Tour
Step aboard a beautifully refurbished Vintage Talking Tram to uncover Bendigo’s fascinating heritage and see the city’s key landmarks and monuments.
Opening Hours
9.30am – 4:00pm
Cost
Adult: $18. Concession: $15. Child (3-15 years): $12.50. Infant (0-2 years): Free. Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): $50.
Depot Discovery Tour
Join us for a guided tour of Australia’s oldest operating tram depot, where you have the unique opportunity to peek behind the scenes and witness the enchantment of heritage tram restoration.
Opening Hours
Saturday & Sunday
10.30am & 12:30pm
Cost
Adult: $15. Concession: $10. Child (3-15 years): $5. Infant (0-2 years): Free. Family (2 adults and up to 3 children): $35.
Tram Driver for a Day
Drive one of Bendigo’s iconic heritage trams in this exclusive, hands-on experience. Includes VIP training, behind-the-scenes tour, meals, and a premium gift pack. This experience is by appointment only.
Tram Café and Tram Museum
Pause and unwind at our Tram Café, a 1916 N-Class Tram expertly restored by our skilled craftsmen in the workshop team. Delve into the free tram museum to discover more about the fascinating history of the Bendigo Tramways.
Opening hours
8:00am – 3:00pm
Bendigo Joss House
At the heritage-listed Bendigo Joss House Temple you will discover more about Chinese beliefs and the history of the Chinese who came to Bendigo seeking gold over 150 years ago.
Opening Hours
Saturdays & Sundays: 10:30am – 3:00pm. Last entry 2:30pm
Cost
Entry to the temple is by donation.
