Australian Open (Grand Slam), best tours and attractions
Top attractions in Melbourne
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Mornington Peninsula scenic bus tour including chairlift, lunch, choc tasting and more
Escape Melbourne's bustling vibe and go on a scenic bus tour to Mornington Peninsula.
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Peninsula hot springs and bathing boxes
Bathe, relax and unwind at the Peninsula Hot Springs!
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Penguin Parade Express Guided Tour from Melbourne
Enjoy the afternoon departure, watch hundreds of little blue penguins in their natural habitatSoak in stunning views at Seal Rocks.
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Grampians National Park Small-Group Full-Day Tour
Enjoy a small-group experience with a knowledgeable guide. Learn about the prosperous heritage of Ballarat and marvel at the beauty of Australia's nature and wildlife.
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Experience everything Mount Buller has to offer on this one-day tour of the snow-covered mountain.
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Surfing lesson for beginners at Torquay beach
Book your unique daily beginners' surf lesson at Torquay beach with expert surfing guides to prepare you for your first wave.
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Great Ocean Road reverse itinerary tour from Melbourne
Join this full-day guided tour of the Great Ocean Road. Drive through the southeastern coast of Australia in reverse so you can skip the crowds and savor each location.
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Melbourne sports precinct tour & Australian Sports Museum
Visit iconic stadiums such as the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena with your guide. Enter the Australian Sports Museum.
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Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
See some of the most famous landmarks of Melbourne and learn more about the city's history on this bus tour.
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Half-day discovery tour of Melbourne City
Experience the best of Melbourne's sights and neighborhoods on a half-day city tour, including St. Patrick's Cathedral and the Shrine of Remembrance war memorial.
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Bellarine food and wine taste trail guided tour
Explore the tastes of the Bellarine Peninsula as you travel through the enchanting paths and discover some of the best highlights of the region.
Great Ocean road bus tour with many stops and a forest walk
Kick-start your Aussie tour and head over to Great Ocean Road where you'll be exploring the beautiful coastlines and much more.
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Enjoy the scenic journey along the cliff-side Great Ocean Road. Admire the dramatic limestone stacks at the famous Twelve Apostles at sunset.
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Yarra Valley Bus Wine Tour including lunch with a glass of wine and chocolate
Visit four of the region's best wineries of Yarra Valley! Get picked up in an air-conditioned bus and get ready to enjoy an awesome full-day tour.
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Hidden bars of Melbourne guided tour
Uncover the 4 hidden bars in Melbourne with your experienced guide and learn what makes each one special over a drink including speak with talented bartenders.
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The inside story
The Australian Open is a major tennis tournament held annually over the last fortnight of January at the Melbourne Park, Australia. First held in 1905, the tournament is chronologically the first of the four Grand Slam tennis events of the year – the other three being the French Open (Roland Garros), Wimbledon and the US Open. It features men's and women's singles; men's, women's, and mixed doubles and junior's championships. Prior to 1988 the tournament had been played on grass.
The Australian Open typically has high attendance, second only to the US Open. It was also the first Grand Slam tournament to feature indoor play during wet weather or extreme heat with its three primary courts, the Rod Laver Arena, Hisense Arena and the refurbished Margaret Court Arena equipped with retractable roofs.
