A full day of Sport & Beer, it doesn’t get better than that!  Visit the venues that host some of Australia’s favourite sporting events. 

We’ll view Flemington Racecourse, home of the Melbourne Cup “the race that stops the nation” from a nearby vantage point, pass by the Commonwealth Games 2006 Village and drive around the Melbourne Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit.  

Then go behind the scenes of the MCG.

MELBOURNE CRICKET GROUND – Tour behind the scenes of the Melbourne Cricket Ground.  The MCG is Australia’s most significant sports stadium.  Dating back to 1853, it has been used for the 1956 Olympics, Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games, International Cricket and Australian Rules Football and so much more.

Explore the inner sanctum of the MCG, walk on the hallowed arena and experience where legends play!  Gain an
insight into Melbourne’s sporting culture while exploring one of the world’s most iconic stadiums, as you hear from the proud MCC volunteers and go behind the scenes of the ‘G. 

Highlights of the tour (subject to availability) are: The famous MCC Long Room, MCC Library, MCG Tapestry, Player Change Rooms, Cricketers Viewing Room, Ron Casey Media Centre, Portrait of Sir Donald Bradman and Sachin
Tendulkar, a walk on the arena, Cricket Victoria Bill Lawry Centre, Ponsford Stand 

Enjoy a delicious lunch and a drink.

Finally, experience a small and independent local brewery.  See where the magic happens and how the beers come to life.  Sample a tasting paddle to choose your favourite!

* Option to upgrade to lunch at CUB Brewhouse or other local breweries for Private Groups.

PLEASE NOTE:

* Melbourne weather can be variable – we recommend you check the weather forecast and dress appropriately including carrying sunscreen or an umbrella where necessary. 

* We recommend you wear comfortable shoes for walking as parts of this tour will take place on foot.

* Please allow an extra 10-20 minutes at the end of the tour to cater for city drop-offs.

**All tours will follow current government guidelines with regards
to Covid.

TERMS & CONDITIONS:

Minimum number of guests required for tour departures.
Prices Shown are in Australian dollars and include GST.                                                  
Minimum age recommended is 8 years. 

Guests must be 18 years or over to join Sport & Beer Lovers Tour.  Guests must be 18 years of age to drink alcohol on any of our tours.

Rates include all entrance fees and meals as stated in brochure/tour copy.
Public tours require minimum of 6 people to operate. Individual bookings are accepted.   
Sports Tours depart behind Federation Square on Russell Street Extension. Google search “Russell Street Extension Melbourne” for a map.  Selected city hotel pick-ups are available on request (with at least 48 hours notice).       

ALL venues are active event sites and therefore subject to closure to non-event visitors.  For example: Albert Park and the GP Circuit are unavailable the week prior to and for a day after the Australia Formula 1 Grand Prix; Australian Open tours only operate on select dates and do not operate from mid-December through to mid-February; and MCG Tours are unavailable at certain times on event days.  To the best of our ability we will schedule our tour dates accordingly, however last minute alterations are sometimes unavoidable. Some venues may not be available on the day requested due to events. Where possible guests will be advised prior to the tour.                                     

Please note
that all tours will follow current government guidelines with regards
to Covid.

                                                        
PUBLIC TOUR TERMS & CONDITIONS                                                        
1) Please advise us of any cancellation 72 hours prior to tour departure to avoid a 25% cancellation fee.
2) No-shows & tours cancelled within 48 hours of a Melbourne Sports Tours departure time may not be refunded.
3) Confirmation and pick up time and location must be confirmed 48 hours prior to tour departure.
4) Proof of age (over 18) must be shown to consume alcohol on any of our tours.
5) Individual bookings are accepted but most tours require minimum of 6 people to operate.
6) Melbourne Sports Tours advises guests to have travel insurance. We will not be held responsible for any damages, loss or injuries incurred whilst on tour.
7) Melbourne Sports Tours reserves the right to alter itineraries, vehicles and days of operation as required. 
8) Although every effort is made to adhere to the itinerary specified some venues may not be available on requested day due to events. Every effort will be made to inform the agent/client of tour cancellations/alterations prior to tour date.
9) Arena Tours and non-vehicle activities are not operated by Melbourne Sports Tours, nor by persons or companies associated with Melbourne Sports Tours. Therefore, we cannot take any responsibility whatsoever for any injury or loss of any type arising in any manner, including whether as a result of negligence or otherwise.  
10) In compliance with the laws of responsible serving of alcohol, alcohol will not be served to intoxicated guests and drunk or disorderly patrons will not be permitted to remain with the group & will not be allowed back on our bus.
11) Credit Card and Handling Fees may be charged for cancellations requested by the client            

  GIFT CARDS

1) Your gift certificate grants you access to the specified tour at the rate applicable on the date of voucher purchase. In the event of a tour price increase, the recipient of this voucher will be responsible for covering any price difference at the time of tour reservation.
2) The gift certificate is valid for three years from the date of purchase.
3) We reserve the right to change tour prices without notice.