Discover the sporting capital of the world with this unique sports tour of Melbourne, Australia. Featuring everything to do with Melbourne's famous sporting culture, you'll discover the famous events, stadiums, arenas, sporting legends, history and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- See famous venues including the MCG, Rod Laver Arena and AAMI Park
- Get a unique insight into famous events including the Australian Open, Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, The Ashes, and AFL Grand Final
- Uncover the stories of Melbourne's sporting legends
- Explore the history of sport in Melbourne and discover how it came to be known as the sports capital of the world
Full description
Meet your guide outside the Visitor Hub at Town Hall. From there, stroll down towards Melbourne's renowned sporting precinct where you'll see famous sites including Rod Laver Arena and AAMI Park. Along the way, hear about Melbourne's sporting history, the key figures responsible and how the city came to be so sports obsessed.
Also get behind the scenes insights into famous events including like the Olympic Games, Commonwealth Games, and the Australian Open whilst uncovering the impact such events have had on the city of Melbourne and its people.
Stand on the site of the 1956 Olympic Games. See the statues of Australia's greatest tennis players and visit Show Court 3, one of the main courts of the Australian Open used by the likes of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Serena Williams. Visit Garden Square which is the heart and center of the Australian open, Australia's only tennis grand slam event.
Also discover the development of Melbourne's sporting media and how its rise took Melbourne sport to new heights whilst covering Australian sports darkest days and its most inspiring tales with photos to bring the stories to life. Finish the tour outside the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) where you'll learn about Australia's largest and most famous stadium.
Includes
- Local and professional guide
- Walking tour
- Small-group tour
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Optional gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Stadium/Arena tour entrance fees
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
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Date
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Meeting point
Outside the Visitor Hub at Town Hall on Swanston Street.
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Know before you go
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please note a moderate amount of walking is involved, approximately 3 to 5 kilometers
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or those using a wheelchair
- The tour operates in all weather conditions so please dress appropriately, the local operator will advise if the tour is to be canceled due to extreme weather
- For bookings from November to January, please note that all tennis aspects of the tour may be restricted due to the Australian Open; the tour will cover as much of this area as possible
