Embark on an exploration of Melbourne’s sporting culture, following a path originally designed to welcome guests to the 2006 Commonwealth Games, leading to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Enjoy a behind the scenes tour of this legendary stadium, with access to change-rooms, media areas, and even onto the ground itself.
Leaving the MCG behind, you'll uncover a series of Melbourne's major sporting venues, including the home of the Australian Open Tennis Championships, the headquarters of Melbourne Storm, Melbourne Victory and Melbourne Rebels, spectacular AAMI Stadium, historic Olympic Park and a visit to the home turf for two Aussie Rules giants, Richmond Football Club and Collingwood Football Club, where rivalries run deep.
As you wind your way back along the Yarra River, pass more sporting grounds, statues and rowing clubs. This captivating journey seamlessly blends Melbourne's sporting passion with its stunning urban landscape, ensuring a memorable experience for all.
Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Moderate fitness levels are required as this tour involves stairs and steep footbridges.
Your tour host will be waiting on foot and wearing a white Melbourne Sports Tours polo shirt or red jacket. Your tour host will wait on the corner of Flinders Street and Russell Street Extension, diagonally opposite the Duke of Wellington pub.