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SPORTS LOVERS TOURS OF MELBOURNE

Enjoy a half or full day tour showcasing Melbourne - The Sports Capital

Explore the history & excitement of sporting Melbourne.

Visit the venues that play host to some of Australia's favourite sporting events.
Sit in the coach's box, media facilities and exclusive member areas.
Smell the liniment in the change rooms and walk on the hallowed turf.

 

Sports Lovers Morning Tours

A unique Melbourne sightseeing tour. Explore Flemington Racecourse*, home of the Melbourne Cup, the race that stops the nation. Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Tour behind the scenes of the Melbourne Cricket Ground OR Rod Laver Arena.

Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena. An unforgettable experience for sports lovers

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Sports Lovers Full Day Tours

Enjoy the morning Sports Lovers Tour then

CHOOSE ONE of the Afternoon Add-on options to suit your interests:

  • Foster's Australia Brewery
  • National Sports Museum (NEW March 2008)
  • Tour & Tennis - Play where the professionals play
  • Rod Laver Arena Tour
  • The Official Neighbours Tour
    • Telstra Dome Tour & Melbourne Observation Deck
    • Melbourne Observation Deck
    • Eureka Skydeck

See below for more details on each tour

Sports Lovers Tours operate Monday to Friday

Sports Lovers not available on public holidays or between Dec 25-Jan 2nd

 

 

Flemington Racecourse

FLEMINGTON RACECOURSE* - We explore the history of the Racecourse and visit some of the high profile

icons of the Course; the Finish Post, the Clock Tower, Mounting Yard, Stables, Betting Ring,

and, of course, Flemington's famous Roses.

 

Gift Vouchers - Gift Ideas

Ask about Melbourne Sports Tours Gift Certificates.

Great for your sports mad friend, colleague or family member for birthdays, Christmas or as a bonus or incentive.

SLamMCG

8.30am - 1.15pm

Mon,Tues, Wed,Thur, Friday

$95 to March 31, 08

$99 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

Melbourne Cricket Ground Tour

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR incl. Melbourne Cricket Ground

Visit the venues that play host to some of Australia's favourite sporting events. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the race that stops the nation. Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Tour behind the scenes of the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The MCG is a super stage for Australian sport, stadium for the 1956 Olympics, Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games, International Cricket and Australian Rules Football. Highlights of the tour (all subject to availability) include; The Northern Stand, Coaches' box, Players' change rooms (football and cricket), Cricket viewing room, Long Room, Bill Lawry Cricket Centre, The Ponsford Stand - Aerial views, new MCG Museum, and walk on the hallowed turf (arena). Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena. An unforgettable experience for sports lovers.

 

 

SLamRLA

8.30am - 1.15pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$95 to March 31, 08

$99 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

Due to Australian Open Tennis Championships this tour will not

operate between mid Dec- early Feb

Rod Laver Arena at Night

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR incl. Rod Laver Arena

Visit the venues that play host to some of Australia's favourite sporting events. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the race that stops the nation. Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Tour Melbourne & Olympic Parks (Rod Laver Arena), one of the world's busiest sports and entertainment precincts. See the players' change rooms where the top tennis players prepare for victory at the Australian Open Championships each January. Experience the thrill of walking onto Rod Laver Arena. Go backstage and explore the stars' dressing rooms. Delve into the history of concerts and sporting events held at the various arenas in the area. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena. An unforgettable experience for sports lovers.

 

 

SLMCGRLA

8.30am - 3.30pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$115 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

Due to Australian Open Tennis Championships this tour will not

operate between mid Dec 14 - early Feb

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR incl. MCG & Rod Laver Arena

Visit the venues that play host to some of Australia's favourite sporting events. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the horse race that stops the nation. Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Join both the MCG & Rod Laver Arena Tour (as above). Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena. The ultimate experience for sports lovers.

SLNSM (includes MCG OR Rod Laver Arena PLUS National Sports Museum)

8.30am - 3.30pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$115 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

USLNSM (includes MCG AND Rod Laver Arena PLUS National Sports Museum)

8.30am - 5.00pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$129 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

 

ULTIMATE SPORTS LOVERS TOUR with MCG and Rod Laver Arena Tours PLUS National Sports Museum (NEW)

Sport is an integral part of Melbourne life. In the morning explore Melbourne's world class sporting venues.Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup – the race that stops the nation. Drive through the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. MCG or Rod Laver Arena 'behind the scenes' Tour ptions.

Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena.

After lunch explore The National Sports Museum, located at the iconic MCG, features more than 2500 sporting artefacts and extensive multi media displays. Showcasing the great moments in Australia's sporting history, the museum will include a number of permanent and temporary exhibitions focused on Australian football, boxing, basketball, cricket, cycling, Olympic and Paralympic Games, soccer, tennis, rugby union, and rugby and rugby league. Also included will be the MCG story and an extensive interactive area for kids of all ages. More than just a museum, it captures the spirit of Australian sporting life and relives the moments that have shaped Australia's rich sporting traditions and cultural heritage.

 

AFL WORLD closure

Please note that AFL World closed in October 2007. Parts of the AFL World Experience have been relocated to the National Sports Museum, at the MCG.

 


 

SLB

8.30am - 4.15pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$125 to March 31, 08

$129 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

Foster's Brewhouse Bar

 

 

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR PLUS FOSTER'S AUSTRALIA BREWERY

Unique Melbourne sightseeing tour for Sports & Beer Lovers. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the horse race that stops the nation. Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Choose between MCG or Rod Laver Arena 'behind the scenes' Tour Options.Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena PLUS a tour of The Foster's Australia Brewery, famous for Fosters and our favourites Victoria Bitter, Carlton Draught, Crown Lager   & Pure Blonde . This fascinating tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the past, present and future of beer and brewing in Australia through interactive displays and a guided tour of Australia's largest brewery. And Yes, there is an opportunity to sit at the free tasting bar! Souvenier gift included.
- Please wear flat comfortable shoes. Open toe shoes/sandals are not permitted within brewing production area. Numerous stairs. (Minimum age of 10years on the tour - must be 18 to consume alcohol) 

 

 

SLOBTD

8.30am - 3pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$125 to March 31, 08

$129 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

SLOB

8.30am - 2pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$115 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

 

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR PLUS MELBOURNE OBSERVATION DECK & TELSTRA DOME TOUR

Melbourne Sightseeing with a difference. Enjoy the morning Sports Lovers Tour with the choice between the MCG or Rod Laver 'behind the scenes' Tour Options. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the horse race that stops the nation.Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena. PLUS tour Telstra Dome, host to The Rugby World Cup, AFL and world class entertainment events. Conclude the tour with a 360 degree birds-eye view of Melbourne and our sports precincts from 55th floor of the The Melbourne Observation Deck.

OR

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR PLUS MELBOURNE OBSERVATION DECK

SLES

8.30am - 2pm

Mon,Tues,Wed,Thur,Friday

$115 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

 

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR PLUS EUREKA SKYDECK

Melbourne Sightseeing with a difference. Enjoy the morning Sports Lovers Tour with the choice between the MCG or Rod Laver 'behind the scenes' Tour Options. Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the horse race that stops the nation.Drive though the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne Formula One Grand Prix Circuit alongside Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena THEN we will drop you adjacent to the Yarra River at the top of the Eureka Tower, Skydeck 88 - a whole new way of looking at Melbourne and the world. If you dare , try

'The Edge' - a glass cube which projects 3 metres out from the building - with you in it - suspended almost 300 metres above the ground!

You will be able to purchase a souvenir photo of you actually in 'The Edge' from our photo booth on Level 88.

 

 

SLTT

8.30am - 5.15pm

Mon,Tues, Wed,Thur,Friday

$125 to March 31, 08

$129 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

$115 without tennis play SLMCGRLA

Due to Australian Open Tennis Championships this tour will not

operate between mid Dec- early Feb

     Serving on Margaret Court Arena

 

SPORTS LOVERS PLUS PLAY TENNIS ON GRAND SLAM SHOW COURTS

Experience Melbourne, The Sport's Capital. Visit Flemington Racecourse. Drive through the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and around Albert Park, on the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Circuit. Join the MCG 'behind the scenes' Tour. Smell the liniment in the change rooms and walk on the hallowed turf. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena.Tour Melbourne & Olympic Parks, one of the world's busiest sports and entertainment precincts. See the players' change rooms where the top tennis players prepare for victory at the Australian Open Championships each January. Experience the thrill of walking onto Rod Laver Arena. Go backstage and explore the stars' dressing rooms. Delve into the history of concerts and sporting events held at the various arenas in the area. THEN experience the excitement of Grand Slam tennis and play for one hour on the same courts as the world's best players. Racquet and ball hire (included) from The Australian Open shop. Please bring tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Rate based on 2 people.

SLUN

8.30am - 5.15pm

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri

$135 to March 31, 08

$139 from April 1,08 to March 31, 09

Melbourne Sports Lovers Tour plus Official Neighbours Tour

Official Neighbours Tour bus

 

 

SPORTS LOVERS TOUR PLUS THE ULTIMATE NEIGHBOURS TOUR - This is Melbourne! Visit Flemington, home of the Melbourne Cup, the horse race that stops the nation. Drive around the Commonwealth Games Athletes Village and on the Melbourne F1 Grand Prix Circuit. Choose between MCG or Rod Laver Arena 'behind the scenes' Tour Options. Enjoy lunch overlooking the Telstra Dome arena PLUS Step back and enter the Neighbours world with the Official Neighbours Tour! See the famous Ramsay Street, reminisce on those great moments and contemplate plot lines! Come prepared to take photos of the houses with authentic props; drive past Erinsborough High and the Studio Complex – this is where the magic happens! Exclusive Neighbours Star meeting with photo and autograph opportunities & receive a complimentary Neighbours Souvenir Gift. Our professional staff will provide you with plenty of gossip, laughs and on-board entertainment. If you're lucky you might see some filming! Visit the Neighbours Centre for exclusive Neighbours merchandise. If you've a true Neighbours buff, it doesn't get better then this!

PLEASE ASK ABOUT PRIVATE & GROUP TOUR SIGHTSEEING OPTIONS

 

*CONDITIONS APPLY

- Prices valid until March 31st, 2009
- Prices shown are Australian Dollars and include GST
- Child Fares (0 -14 years) 25% off Adult Fare on most tours
- 3rd party operator regulations/restrictions may apply
- Some venues/tours may not be available on requested day due to events.
- MST reserves the right to alter itineraries and days of operation as required
- Cancellations Fees fees apply - tours cancelled within 48 hours may not receive a refund. Tours cancelled within 72 hours will receive a 50% refund.
- Prices may vary from brochure

- Melbourne Sports Tours advises our guests to have travel insurance.  We will not be held responsible for any damages, loss or injuries incurred whilst on tour.


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