About this tour
Seven-hour romp through Melbourne's sporting landmarks paired with craft beer. Start at Flemington Racecourse, where the Melbourne Cup commands national attention, then circuit the Albert Park Grand Prix track before ducking behind the MCG's closed doors. Fuel up with lunch and a drink mid-tour, finish at a scrappy independent brewery sampling their range. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.
Highlights
- Flemington Racecourse, home of the Melbourne Cup
- Behind-the-scenes access to the MCG
- Albert Park Formula 1 circuit drive-through
- Lunch with included beverage
- Independent brewery tastings and tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What to expect
You'll be moving between venues most of the day—expect a coach or minibus with fellow sports and beer enthusiasts. The MCG access is the genuine drawcard here; you'll see training grounds and facilities most punters never reach. Flemington gives you the track's history without a race day crowd. The Grand Prix circuit is a drive-by rather than a walk-around. Lunch breaks up the day sensibly. The brewery visit wraps things up with actual pints and chat with the brewers or staff—not a polished corporate experience. Bring water; there's moderate walking involved.
Good to know
Must be 18 with photo ID. Not suitable if you've got serious heart or lung concerns. The tour is seven hours total including travel time between sites. Tipping's not included in the price. Public transport links nearby if you need to bail early.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.