Australian Open Tours
Australian Open Tours
ONLY IN MELBOURNE Experience a unique tour behind the scenes of the biggest sporting event around the world during summer.
ONLY IN MELBOURNE Experience a unique tour behind the scenes of the biggest sporting event around the world during summer.
| DATE | SECURE YOUR POSITION |
|---|---|
| December – January N/A | |
| February TBC |
To areas only a few are fortunate enough to see.AO Tours will guide visitors around the Player Pod, including Change Rooms, Player Cafe, Champions Walk and more. Take a seat in a Superbox to view the iconic Rod Laver Arena and take a photo in front of the “Melbourne” sign on a Show Court. The tour provides a once in a lifetime opportunity for all tennis fans. Alternatively, the The Tennis Lovers Tour is for those who dream to play on the Australian Open courts. Starting at Margaret Court Arena, where all top ranked players compete, walk across the Melbourne Park grounds to the National Tennis Centre – training facility for our Melbourne based pro players and practice village, during the Australian Open. At the Centre, see our Tennis Lab technicians, customizing racquets and restringing for the pros, Player Lounge, hit on a Hawkeye court and more. The Tennis Lovers Tour includes 30-minute outdoor court hire, with complimentary demo racquet hire. Court hire is subject to availability and may be on an alternate date, to your tour.
The Australian Open has a deep-rooted connection to Melbourne, dating back to the first Australasian Lawn Tennis Championships held at the Warehouseman’s Cricket Ground on St Kilda Road. Melbourne, the sporting capital of Australia, became the tournament’s permanent host in 1972 at the esteemed Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club. As the event’s popularity and prestige soared, the state government responded by constructing the world-class National Tennis Centre at Flinders Park, catering to the growing global fanbase. This remarkable journey epitomises Melbourne’s dedication to providing an exceptional tennis experience, solidifying its status as a premier destination for the Australian Open.
AO Tours take approx 60-75 minutes.
When you follow one of the links presented above, you will be directed to make an account. Simply create a free account and book in! If you are making a booking for multiple people, create an account for yourself and then add friends and family under the Account tab.
No, from late December to Mid February, the tour will cease operation. Please keep an eye on the website for regular updates on start and end dates!
