Melbourne Sunrise Running Tour with Coffee Discount Tickets

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Overview

Experience Melbourne before the city wakes up on this relaxed small-group sunrise running tour along the Yarra River. Combining sightseeing, local stories, riverside trails, parklands, and Melbourne’s café culture, it’s the perfect way to start your day while seeing more of the city. Beginning at Federation Square, this 8km (5-mile) run follows the Yarra River through peaceful parklands and landmarks. Run past Birrarung Marr and the Melbourne Cricket Ground as your local guide shares stories from Melbourne’s sporting history. Cross the river and tackle the famous Anderson Street hill along the Tan Track before stopping at the Shrine of Remembrance for skyline views. The experience finishes along the Yarra River with coffee at a riverside café. Designed at a relaxed pace with regular stops, this tour suits most fitness levels and focuses on experiencing Melbourne as much as the run itself. Ideal for travellers wanting to beat the crowds or experience the city before breakfast.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

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

End point

Your tour guide will be able to assist you with onward travel.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Fed Square
We begin at Federation Square, Melbourne’s cultural hub, where your guide sets the scene for the city’s history, landmarks, and early morning energy.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Birrarung Marr
At Birrarung Marr, we share the story of Melbourne’s beginnings and its connection to the Yarra River, from Indigenous heritage to modern transformation.
3. Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
At the MCG, we dive into Melbourne’s legendary sporting history and its role as the city's beating heart for cricket, AFL, and major global events.
4. Shrine of Remembrance
At the Shrine of Remembrance, we pause to reflect on Australia’s military history while taking in sweeping views of the city skyline.
5. Yarra River
Running along the Yarra River and Southbank, we explore Melbourne’s transformation from a riverside settlement to a vibrant hub of arts, dining, and culture.
6. South Wharf Promenade
We finish with a well-earned coffee at South Wharf, relaxing riverside as the city comes to life.

Inclusion

All photography will be taken for you, so all you have to do is look around and take it all in

Tea and coffee

A wonderful tour guide will lead the way and share with you the history, the stories and myths

Exclusion

Any food, or additional drinks are not included

Gratuities are not required.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Difficulty: Easy, beginners to advanced runners

Group Size: Maximum 10

Children under 16 can join free of charge with a paying adult

Supplied by Fit City Tours

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