Melbourne Sports Precinct Walk with Behind-the-Scenes MCG Tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Melbourne Sports Tours

Ages: Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Passionate and experienced local guide.
Included: Admission fees: Behind the scenes tour of the MCG

Not included

Not included: Private transportation
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

1 h 15 min Admission included

Your walking tour includes a Guided Tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground
Punt Road Oval

Passing by

The home of one of our Aussie Rules teams, the Richmond Tigers
Stop 3

Passing by

Training ground for Melbourne Storm, Melbourne Rebels, Melbourne Victory & Melbourne Demons
AAMI Park

Passing by

Learn more about the Melbourne home of 'rectangular' sports
Melbourne & Olympic Parks

30 min

Learn more about the Australian Open and iconic venues that make Melbourne such a popular destination for sport.
Yarra River

Passing by

Uncover the sports that take place here on the river

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Moderate fitness levels are required as this tour involves stairs and steep footbridges.