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Melbourne Park Tennis Experience With Sports Walking Tour

Tennis courts at Melbourne Park with players in action during a match.
Tennis courts at Melbourne Park with players in action during a match.
Aerial view of sport stadiums in Melbourne, Australia
Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne

On this small-group guided tour, walk through the sports precinct of Melbourne, including the MCG, and play a game of tennis at Melbourne Park.

Highlights

  • Take a 2-hour guided tour of Melbourne’s famous sports precinct, home to Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Park.

  • With a small group of just 8 people, enjoy personalized interaction with your guide, who will share firsthand stories from the sports industry.

  • Pass by the headquarters of Melbourne City FC and Melbourne Victory FC; football fans will love hearing about the history of their favorite football teams.

  • Enjoy an hour of tennis on one of Melbourne Park’s legendary blue courts, complete with racquets and tennis balls to play with.

  • Did you know? Known as “Australia’s Colosseum,” the MCG is the largest stadium in the country and the birthplace of Test cricket.

Inclusions

  • 2-hour guided tour of Melbourne Sports district

  • English-speaking guide

  • Small group of up to 8 people

  • 1-hour court hire at Melbourne Park

  • Racquets and balls

  • Entry to Melbourne Cricket Ground

  • Entry to Melbourne Park Tennis Centre

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

The grand tour made for sports fans

Begin your tour at the lively Federation Square where you’ll head out on a two-hour walking tour through Melbourne’s iconic sports precinct. The experience starts with a walk along Birrarung Marr, a park dedicated to Melbourne’s Aboriginal history, where you’ll learn about the traditional games of the Aboriginal people. Next, your tour guide will take you towards the renowned Melbourne Park, home of the Australian Open. Explore the Melbourne Park Tennis Centre and get the rare chance to play on its famous blue courts.

In the second half of your tour, you’ll pass by the headquarters of Melbourne’s popular football clubs — Collingwood FC, Melbourne City FC, and Melbourne Victory FC — before arriving at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). A guided tour inside offers fascinating insights into its history, showcasing its role in major sporting events like the 1956 Olympics and the annual AFL Grand Final. The tour ends back at Federation Square, after giving you an unforgettable look into Melbourne’s rich sports culture​.

What to bring

  • Bring your sun hat, sunscreen, a water bottle, and walking shoes for comfortable exploration.

What’s not allowed

  • Nobody likes a crowd. A single group has a maximum of 8 people.

Accessibility

  • This experience is accessible by wheelchair.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome on this tour.

  • Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for cardiac issues and back issues.

Additional information

  • The tour will require a minimum of 2 guests to operate.

  • In the event your tour is canceled you will receive a full refund or be rescheduled to another date.

  • Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Park are event arenas and might be closed to non-ticketed attendees in case of live sporting events.

  • During the booking process, it’s recommended to provide a mobile or cell number connected to WhatsApp. This will allow the guide to share meeting instructions, including a helpful video.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide at 1 Princes Walk.

  • Address: 1 Princes Walk, Melbourne VIC 3004, Australia.

  • Landmark: Meet at Federation Square, between Transport Bar and Princes Bridge.

  • Guide identifier: Look out for the tour guide playing with a tennis ball..

Get directions to the meeting point

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