Melbourne's Shrine, Botanic Gardens, Sporting Precinct
Melbourne's Shrine, Botanic Gardens, Sporting Precinct
Style
Private (no strangers)
Language
English
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Maximum Group Size
4, 7 or 10 persons (please refer to price options)
Perfect for Mingoers who are...
- Architecture-Addict
- City-Stroller
- Culture & Art-Adorer
- History-Hunter
- Nature-Navigator
- Sports-Enthusiast
Accessibility & Support
- Kid-Friendly
- Pram/Stroller Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessibility
Overview
Melbourne is famous for its magnificent gardens and sporting precinct. This tour explores both in a guided walk that also includes the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne's imposing memorial to World War 1. Catch a tram along Melbourne's grand boulevard, St Kilda Road to the Shrine of Remembrance, where you can immerse yourself in history and also catch a magnificent view of Melbourne. Then spend time at Melbourne Observatory before plunging deep inside the Royal Botanic Gardens to explore the lush vegetation and manicured lawns, and discover exquisite views over the Ornamental Lake. After a relaxing coffee, walk through Melbourne Park, site of the Australian Open tennis championship every January, passing by Rod Laver Arena and hopefully entering one of the outside courts for that classic photo. View the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the mighty colosseum that dominates Melbourne visually and culturally. Finish at Melbourne Cricket Ground
What's Included
- Private Guide
- Public Transportation
What's Not Included
- Tickets: Explorer tour in RBG or MCG tour
- Food, drinks, snacks
- Private Transportation
Meeting Point
Federation Square at Birrarung Marr corner, or other agreed location (You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process).
Itinerary
Shrine of Remembrance
Travel by tram to the Shrine of Remembrance to explore this memorial to World War 1 and get magnificent views of Melbourne
Melbourne Observatory
Walk past the Melbourne Observatory where the Great Melbourne Telescope was originally housed
Royal Botanic Gardens
Walk though the Royal Botanic Gardens (or take a 30 minute guided tour in the Explorer Shuttle open air minibus for AU$10 each*) and grab a coffee at the Ornamental Lake before crossing over the Yarra River to visit Melbourne Park
Melbourne Park
Walk through the precinct and hear stories about the origin of the Australian Open and how it was almost taken away from Melbourne in the 1980's, pass by Rod Laver Arena and hopefully get a classic photo on one of the outside courts
Melbourne Cricket Ground
View the Melbourne Cricket Ground and hear stories about this world class stadium. Finish the tour at the MCG where you can purchase a stadium tour
End Point
Melbourne Cricket Ground
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About the Localler
I am an experienced and enthusiastic nationally accredited and qualified guide of over 15 years, offering private tours of Melbourne and surrounding attractions. I am…
I am an experienced and enthusiastic nationally accredited and qualified guide of over 15 years, offering private tours of Melbourne and surrounding attractions. I am…
Melbourne's Shrine, Botanic Gardens, Sporting Precinct
Melbourne's Shrine, Botanic Gardens, Sporting Precinct
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