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Tours/Melbourne/Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

4.9(27)Melbourne2 hours
VIATOR5.0(4)TRIPADVISOR4.9(23)
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
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Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee
Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Price from
$70 / person
Location
Melbourne, Australia
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 27 reviews
Languages
EN, FR
Group
Small group, up to 10
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Fit City Tours
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.

Description

Uncover Melbourne’s hidden stories, street art, and rich history on our Laneways Discovery Running Tour. This guided 8km (5-mile) run begins at 8:00 am from Federation Square, offering a vibrant way to experience the city before it wakes up. The pace is relaxed and suitable for all levels, with plenty of stops for photos, stories, and secret spots. We kick off at Hosier Lane, Melbourne’s iconic street art alley, before heading to ACDC Lane — full of music, murals, and energy. From there, we run riverside through Birrarung Marr, then past the historic Mitre Tavern, State Library Victoria, and the haunting Old Melbourne Gaol. Along the way, hear tales of convicts, rebels, and legends like Ned Kelly. We breeze through Little Lon and colourful Chinatown, before finishing with a coffee at Centre Place, surrounded by laneway cafés and local character. Whether you're new to town or a lifelong Melburnian, this is a run through the stories that built the city.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:00 AM
Next available
Fri, Oct 16
Adult (ages 17+)
$70
Child (ages 0–16)
$35

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.

Tour Options

Laneways Discovery Tour

Coffee

Itinerary

Fed Square
5 min

We begin at Federation Square, Melbourne’s cultural meeting point and launchpad for exploring the city in motion.

Hosier Lane
Pass by

At Hosier Lane, ever-changing murals showcase Melbourne’s global reputation for street art and creativity.

ACDC Lane
Pass by

We pass through ACDC Lane, where gritty walls and live music venues honour Australia’s rock heritage.

The Mitre Tavern
Pass by

By the Mitre Tavern, we uncover stories from one of Melbourne’s oldest surviving pubs and colonial past.

Hardware Lane
Pass by

We jog through Hardware Lane, a charming European-style laneway known for its history, cafés, and cobblestone character.

Old Melbourne Gaol
Pass by

At the Old Melbourne Gaol, we uncover tales of crime, justice and injustice, and the infamous life of Ned Kelly.

Chinatown
Pass by

In Chinatown, we explore the sights, smells, and stories of one of the oldest Chinese precincts in the West.

Centre Place
10 min

We end with coffee in Centre Place, soaking in the laneway energy, tucked-away cafés, and Melbourne’s signature charm.

What's included

Included
A wonderful tour guide to lead the way and share the stories, history and myths of Melbourne
All photos will be taken for you so all you need to do is look around and take it all in!
Coffee or an alternative drink to finish the tour is included
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.9
27 reviews
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How it compares in Melbourne

  • Rated higher than 70% of 295 reviewed tours in Melbourne
  • Starting price $70 is 10% above the typical $64 for tours of similar length in Melbourne

Excurgo comparison of 840 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • 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
  • Please wear suitable running attire

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee take?

Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.

How much does Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee cost?

Prices start at $70 per person for this Melbourne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.

How much does Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee cost for children?

Children aged 0–16 pay from $35, adults from $70.

Can I cancel Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is 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. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Melbourne Running Tour: Laneways, Street Art & Coffee offered in?

The experience is available in EN, FR.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(27)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Suzy_K
March 20, 2025 · via Viator
Tony was a great tour...

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.

A
amykerin
July 9, 2024 · via Viator
Brilliant way to start your Melbourne day!

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.

Operator response

Thanks so much for the kind words!

T
Taru_Mate
March 12, 2022 · via Tripadvisor
Fun way to see the city

Such a fun time running with Matt and knowing about major landmarks and the history of Melbourne. Learnt a lot about the heritage bhuildings. Matt maintained a running pace that suited us and kept up the information with his lovely sense of humour. A great way to know the city!

Operator response

Hey Taru_Mate, thanks for leaving the kind review, I’m glad you had a great time!

M
martinmJ9529IV
February 23, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Martin Dullaghan

What a great way to see the hidden treasures of downtown Melbourne and get a 'running commentary' 😁. My guide Matt was a font of knowledge and a great running partner. I thoroughly recommend Running Tours as a fantastic way to experience Melbourne. And then there was the Donuts and Coffee....amazing.

Operator response

That was such a fun tour Martin! I'm glad you had a great time and thanks heaps for taking the time to review!

7
701georgiah
February 19, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Great running tour

I had a great running tour with Tim, he was knowledgable and happy to run at my pace whilst taking great pictures. The tour was perfect for a quick trip to Melbourne as we saw all the sights and finished with a lovely coffee. Definitely recommend if you like running

Operator response

Thanks so much for the kind words Georgia! It was a pleasure to be able to share Melbourne with you the other morning! I'm glad you had a great time! Matt & Tim

Q
Q1958CBsarahk
February 11, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Best way to get to know Melbourne!

Solo traveler from the US. I happened to be the only runner for the tour of the day so Tony my tour guide catered the day's run to my needs and wants. We stopped and took pictures quite often, then ran in between places. The pace was very doable, but Tony beat me in the game of endurance (not quite in cardio shape as him, but he let me walk quite often too). Would definitely do it with a friend if I come back! Tony showed me the best parts of the city and introduced me to some great places to explore further on my own. He also took a detour from the original path for me since I wanted to see the Queen Victoria market, then led me back on the tour. Very personable, the running tour made my day a great one! Thank you Tony!

Operator response

That was a fun tour! Thanks so much for taking the time to review!

M
MHum18
February 2, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Melbourne Laneway Discovery Tour

Wow!!! What a great way to see Melbourne. I learnt a lot and saw things I never knew existed. Matty was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was such an enjoyable morning and I highly recommend this running tour to everyone.

Operator response

Thanks so much for allowing us to share Melbourne with you, Megan, that was such a fun tour!

7
718jodies
February 2, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
Melbourne Laneway Discovery Running Tour

Really fun morning exploring Melbourne with Matty as our tour guide. He had great knowledge of the history of Melbourne and the laneways artists. Highly recommend if you are a resident of Melbourne or visiting this beautiful city.

Operator response

Thanks so much for allowing us to share Melbourne with you, Jodie, that was such a fun tour!

A
abeckett
February 1, 2020 · via Tripadvisor
A fun tour with friends

This was a fun experience. Matty was very considerate and looked after our group. We learned many interesting historical facts about the city on the run. A nice surprise was that we stopped for donuts halfway through at an amazing place called “Short Stop”. We saw many different laneways which i have not seen before and even saw the inside of the Manchester Unity building - an interesting site that I have seen many times but never bothered to go in to. I can recommend this tour wholeheartedly to anyone who is a local or a tourist. The tour concludes nicely with a coffee in Degraves street. Total tour time is around 2 hours. Pace is based on your ability so don’t be put off by this being a “run”.

3 people found this helpful
Operator response

Thanks so much for allowing us to share Melbourne with you, Anthony, that was such a fun tour!

G
Gillypearl
December 26, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Morning Running the City

After a week of business travel I had some extra time and booked the Laneway Discovery Running Tour. Highly recommend! My guide was friendly and informative and I got to see parts of Melbourne I would've otherwise walked right by.

1 people found this helpful
Operator response

That was such a fun tour Gilly! Thanks so much for leaving the kind words!

$70/ person
4.9(27)
Duration2 hours
LanguagesEN, FR
ConfirmationInstant
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