Melbourne City and Hidden Laneways Bike Tour
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Get to know Melbourne like a local on this comprehensive and eco-friendly bike tour. With an informative guide, see the best of this vibrant coastal capital including the historic Old Melbourne Gaol, the Royal Exhibition Building, the UNESCO World Heritage-Listed Carlton Gardens and more!

Highlights

Enjoy a 3.5-hour bike tour of Melbourne with a local guide
Pass by the picturesque Yarra River and the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne
Stop at the historic Old Melbourne Gaol and tehe Shrine of Remembrance
Visit the the Royal Exhibition Building and the world-renowned Carlton Gardens
Admire the street art and ambiance found in Melbourne's Central Business District
Learn more about the city's rich history and culture from an informative guide

Description

Embark on a comprehensive 3.5-hour bike tour around Melbourne, Victoria's vibrant coastal capital. With an informative local guide, get to know the famous locations and the little-known gems of this vibrant city. With an impressive network of on-road bike lanes, discover why Melbourne has been voted one of the world's most bike-friendly cities.

Cruise along the bike paths of picturesque Yarra River, the undisputed social heart of the city. Visit the world-renowned Royal Botanic Gardens, where you will see 38 hectares of well-manicured gardens brimming with native and exotic flora of different species. Continue to the Shrine of Remembrance, a memorial to all the Australian heroes who served in war.

Stop at the historic Old Melbourne Gaol and see the prison cell of some of the country's most notorious criminals, including bushranger Ned Kelly and serial killer Frederick Bailey Deeming. See the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the 10th largest stadium in the world and continue your tour to the hidden laneways of the city. One of the highlights of the tour, take time to explore the diverse range of street art and associated subcultures through some vibrant laneways in Melbourne's CBD.

Continue your tour to the Royal Exhibition Building and Carlton Gardens, which, according to the World Heritage, are "of historical, architectural, aesthetic, social and scientific (botanical) significance to the State of Victoria."

During the tour, you will also take a quick stop for lunch at Fitzroy Bar (cost not included). While at Fitzroy, pedal along thriving street art communities and many small commercial art galleries, artist-run spaces and artist studios.

Lastly, explore Melbourne's Chinatown, the longest continuously running Chinese community outside of Asia.

Please Note

Children 3 years old and below are free of charge.
This tour will still run in case of light rain. In this instance, it is recommended that you bring a poncho or jacket. Bringing of extra layer of clothing is also recommended in case the weather is chilly.
Please wear appropriate biking clothes as well as sun protection. Avoid wearing baggy pants, open-toed shoes, and sandals.
The cost of food at Fitzroy Bar is not included with the tour fee. Please make sure to have extra cash for lunch.
Regular tour is conducted in English. Private tour in German is available upon request.

Bike and helmet
Storage for bags and valuables
English-speaking guide

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Melbourne City and Hidden Laneways Bike Tour

Duration: 4:30 hour(s)
Available: Daily
Pick-up: Not available
Inclusions: Bike and helmet / Storage for bags and valuables / English-speaking guide

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Schedule

10:45
Check-in at Batman Park
Melbourne Bike Tour

Pass through Melbourne's numerous bike paths as you enjoy a scenic ride around the city. See iconic landmarks, parks and notable establishments while catching a glimpse of the locals' everyday life.
Yarra River and Botanical Gardens

Bike through the lower stretches of the Yarra River, where Melbourne's development started in 1835. You will also see the Botanical Gardens, a 38-hectare landscaped garden filled with over 10,000 species of exotic flora.
Shrine of Remembrance and Old Melbourne Gaol

The shrine originally served as monument to Victorians who served in the First World War but has since been used as a memorial to all citizens who served in other battles. The Old Melbourne Gaol was a prison which housed some of Australia's most prominent crime figures.
Hidden Laneways and Royal Exhibition Buildings

One of the city's well known artistic hubs, these laneways offer various forms of street art at every turn. Marvel at the Royal Exhibition Buildings' architecture and discover its social and historical significance.
Fitzroy and Chinatown

Stop for lunch at Fitzroy (own expense), another art and culture center in Melbourne before heading to Chinatown. Melbourne's Chinatown dates as far back to 1851 and is believed to be the oldest Chinese community outside of Asia.
15:00
Check-out at Batman Park

Check-in Time & Location
Check-out Time & Location

(For Check-In) Batman Park (Batman Park, Rebecca Walk, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) Time: 10:45:00

(For Check-Out) Batman Park (Batman Park, Rebecca Walk, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) Time: 15:00:00

Check-in Time & Location

(For Check-In) Batman Park (Batman Park, Rebecca Walk, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) Time: 10:45:00

Check-out Time & Location

(For Check-Out) Batman Park (Batman Park, Rebecca Walk, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia) Time: 15:00:00

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Notes

Restriction(s)

Guests must know how to ride a bicycle to participate in this activity.

Additional Note(s)

This tour will still run in case of light rain. In this instance, it is recommended that you bring a poncho or jacket. Bringing of extra layer of clothing is also recommended in case the weather is chilly.
Meals are not included in the tour price.
Activity schedule is subject to change without prior notice.

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Cancellation Policy

Any cancellations made between 3 business days (11:00:00 local time) to 1 business days (11:00:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
Any cancellations made within 1 business days of your activity (after 11:00:00 local time) will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

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