Melbourne Laneways Discovery Running Tour

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Melbourne, Australia

2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

Squeezing in a workout while on vacation isn’t always easy, but this Melbourne running tour means you can work up a sweat and take in the sights along the way. Set out on a run around Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways; stop to admire the vibrant street art, local landmarks, and quirky shops; then re-fuel with coffee at a popular local café.

Stay active on a running tour of Melbourne, including coffee
Kick-start your day with a run through Melbourne’s atmospheric laneways
Easy-level tour: suitable for runners with some experience
Small-group tour limited to 10 people ensures a personalized experience

What's Included

A wonderful tour guide to lead the way and share the stories, history and myths of Melbourne
Coffee or an alternative drink to finish the tour is included
All photos will be taken for you so all you need to do is look around and take it all in!

Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

2 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
This tour starts at Federation Square outside Time Out Cafe. The nearest intersection is Swanston & Flinders Street. Time Out Cafe has orange umbrellas/ shade sails in front of it. Your tour guide will meet you in front of this cafe.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Meet your guide and small group of no more than 10 people in central Melbourne for your morning start. After warming up, set out on a scenic route around central Melbourne—the speed is set to suit the group’s slowest members, so don’t worry about being left behind!

Along the way, get a feel for local life in modern, multi-cultural Melbourne, as you explore the city’s atmospheric laneways and seek out hidden gems typically overlooked by tourists. Jog past the bold street art along Hosier and ACDC Lanes; weave through the maze-like streets of Chinatown; and pause to admire landmarks such as Old Melbourne Gaol. Listen as your guide points out popular local haunts, including shops, bars, and cafés, as well as safe running routes that you can try during the rest of your stay.

After an invigorating morning run, your tour ends at a local café, where you are treated to a coffee.

Fed Square

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hosier Lane (Pass By)

ACDC Lane (Pass By)

The Mitre Tavern (Pass By)

Hardware Lane (Pass By)

Old Melbourne Gaol (Pass By)

Chinatown (Pass By)

Centre Place

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please wear suitable running attire
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed

Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 27 reviews

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Tony was a great tour...

Suzy_K, Mar 2025

Tony was a great tour guide. Running through the city while explaining the history and answering all of my questions. I highly recommend this tour. A great way to see the beautiful city.

Brilliant way to start your Melbourne day!

amykerin, Jul 2024

Thanks. I went with my non-running teen daughter and it was one of her highlights of the trip; chillly, architecture, history, culture and stories of Melbourne. Hits the highlights and got in some exercise.. who knows she may become a runner after all. Appreciate the memorable morning.