Private tour in Melbourne Ben M

Downtown & Sports Precinct Walking Tour

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Ben M.

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You will go a long way to find a bigger fan of Melbourne than yours truly. Born and bred here and aside from a few years working in London and Edinburgh I have spent my whole life in Melbourne. My career as a storyteller began as a journalist and communications specialist working in both commercial and not for profit sectors. I have mainly worked in the sports sector - consulting for Tennis Australia, Cricket Australia, the Australian Football League and running marketing and customer experience at Flemington Racecourse and the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where I ran stadium tours and the sports museum. Since 2018 I have been conducting city walking tours and sports-themed tours showcasing Melbourne's amazing and unique sporting precinct and educating and entertaining visitors about the history and cultural significance of sports to this great city. My tours offer a mix of history, humour, entertainment and awe as well as the opportunity to get active and play tennis where the legends of the Australian Open have competed or try out Australia's indigenous football code. The Great Ocean Road and Surf Coast is an area of Victoria that holds many special memories for me. My family and I have been taking our summer holidays on the coast for more than 25 years, we have been members of the Surf Lifesaving Club for many years and it is like a second home to me. I am an avid ocean swimmer and hiker and have trekked the Great Ocean Walk a number of times. I offer a unique Great Ocean Road tour that ensures you have a personalised and immersive experience that will live long in your memory. And there is nothing I love more than customising a tour to suit your specific needs and wishes.

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Overview of your Melbourne tour

No visit to Melbourne is complete without discovering what makes this city truly unique - its incredible sporting precinct and culture. Disembark your ship and meet me at Station Pier, we will then take a relaxed ride on a Melbourne tram into the Downtown area and learn about the history of the city. Melbourne is home to Grand Prix, Grand Slams, Grand Finals, Group 1s and so much more, all located within easy strolling distance of the city precinct. Visit the home of the Australian Open, Olympic arenas, rugby and soccer stadiums and of course the Melbourne Cricket Ground – the city’s iconic building, our very own Taj Mahal, our Opera House, our Statue of Liberty. This tour not only takes you through the sports precinct but we also make sure you cover off some great city highlights on your Melbourne trip, visiting some particularly special places to me, including the delightful and historic Fitzroy Gardens, St Pauls Cathedral, Flinders Street Station and all sides of Melbourne's Arts precinct.

Your Melbourne tour itinerary

- Station Pier - Tram ride into Downtown - Federation Square - Yarra River & Birrarung Marr - Rod Laver Arena - Melbourne & Olympic Parks - AAMI Park - Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) - Fitzroy Gardens - Cook's Cottage - Hosier Lane - ACMI & NGV (optional museum visits) - St Paul's Cathedral - Flinders Street Station

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Transport details
Type: Walking

This tour is a walking tour including usage of Melbourne's tram system which is very convenient way on how to get around the city. Fares are included in the costs.

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Public transport
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Port Melbourne, Victoria, 3207, Australia

I will meet you at the meeting area of the exit point of Station Pier.

Other details
Tour categories
Classes And Workshops
City Highlights
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
Tour reference number
1398102
Languages
English
Activity level
Moderate

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Who is this private tour in Port Melbourne best suited for?

This private tour in Port Melbourne is perfect for travellers who are interested in exploring the city's vibrant sports culture and iconic landmarks. It's especially suitable for cruise ship passengers looking for a shore excursion, as it starts right at Station Pier. With a moderate activity level, it's ideal for those who enjoy walking and want to experience Melbourne's unique sporting precinct and city highlights.

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Hours icon 5 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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Hours icon 5 hours 30 minutes
Walking
Private tour for 1-8 people
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