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The Ultimate Melbourne Sports Tour
Get behind the scenes access to the venues that host Melbourne's international sporting events. Stand in the coach's box , the media center, and exclusive member areas at the cricket ground and Rod Laver arena, and dine at the Etihad stadium/Docklands.
Highlights
- Tour behind the scenes at the famous Melbourne cricket ground
- Stand in the arena where the 1956 Olympics were held
- Take a trip to the National Sports Museum
- Explore the Eureka SkyDeck
- Enjoy a sports orientated city sightseeing tour led by an expert guide
- Savor lunch at the Etihad Stadium/Docklands Precinct
- Explore Flemington Racecourse, drive through the Commonwealth Games Village, and around Albert Park F1 Grand Prix Track
Description
The Ultimate Melbourne Sports Tour is a sightseeing tour with a difference. Immerse yourself in Melbourne–the sports capital of Australia. Explore the vast Melbourne cricket ground, Rod Laver arena, and the national sports museum, led by a professional tour guide, and learn about the history of Melbourne through its sporting achievements. Tour behind the scenes at the Melbourne cricket ground. This is Australia's most significant sports stadium dating back to 1853, having been used for the 1956 Olympics and Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. Visit the Northern Stand, the coaches’ box, media center, changing rooms, and exclusive member’s area. Take a trip to the National Sports Museum, featuring over 2,500 sporting artifacts showcasing the great moments in Australia’s sporting history. The tour includes a tour of the famous Rod Laver arena, one of the world’s busiest sports and entertainment precincts. Drive through the Commonwealth Games athlete’s village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Circuit. Explore Flemington Race Course, home of the Melbourne Cup. This is the horse race that stops the nation. Drive to the famous Etihad Stadium and enjoy lunch overlooking the arena, or in the Docklands precinct. This is must-see for any sports lovers visiting Melbourne. Please note, the Rod Laver Arena is currently under renovation to get ready for The Australian Open Tennis Championships. You may be asked to substitute RLA for: • MCG Tour and National Sports Museum and Eureka SkyDeck entry or • MCG Tour or National Sports Museum and Stomping Ground Brewery Tour & TastingsIncludes
Melbourne cricket ground tourRod Laver arena tour
National sports museum entry
Lunch at Etihad Stadium/Docklands precinct
Sports focused city sightseeing
Transportation
Morning or afternoon tea
Important Information
- Although every effort is made to adhere to the itinerary specified, some venues may not be available on your requested day due to events. Every effort will be made to inform the agent/client of tour cancellations/alterations prior to tour date.
- Rod Laver arena is currently not available and will be replaced with another attraction such as Eureka SkyDeck
- No tours operate between December 24th to January 3rd.