Date: T.B.C.

Location: Melbourne, Australia

Distances: 3km walk, 5km run, 10km run, ½ marathon and full marathon

Coming into its 33rd, year 20,000 runners will once again take to the streets of one of Australia’s most beautiful cities. Melbourne is no stranger to big sporting occasions. The city hosts the F1 Grand Prix, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and The Australian Tennis Open. The marathon is just another jewel in their sporting crown.

The course takes in some of the city’s most beautiful sights including Flinders Street, Rod Laver Arena, the St Kilda coastline and the Royal Botanical Gardens. The finish of the race takes place just outside the iconic MCG, providing an inspirational view for competitors powering to the finish line.

The race ticks all the boxes, different distances mean that any athlete experienced or novice can take part on the big day. Options available are:

Bank of Melbourne Marathon (42.195km)
Flight Centre Half Marathon (21.2km)
The Coffee Club 10km
ASICS 5km Run
ASICS 3km Walk

A trip to Melbourne should not be limited to just the marathon, make sure you spend time exploring the neighbouring St Kilda and Geelong and if you are lucky enough to have more time take a car and travel along the Great Ocean Road to the Twelve Apostles, one of the must see sights in Australia.

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