Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Visit one of Canberra’s most popular tourist attractions, the AIS (Australian Institute of Sport), and go behind the scenes of the country's premier elite sporting precinct on this 1.5-hour tour. With a guide, you'll be taken you through world-class facilities where you might even catch some of Australia’s top athletes in training. Select a tour time when booking.
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
AIS - Australian Institute of Sport
Your tour starts at the AIS Visitor Centre, where you'll meet your guide for your immersion into athletics in Australia. Learn about sports in a hands-on way with Sportex, an educational and engaging sports experience where you can try wheelchair basketball, virtual downhill skiing, rock climbing, football penalty shootouts, and more. Sportex is included as part of every AIS tour. Try out a selection of interactive activities such as testing your accuracy, speed, and strength with the ball-skills tester or reaction timer, plus explore educational exhibits such as the Sydney 2000 Olympics, Heroes and Legends, and Sports Science. *Please note, Sportex is undergoing exciting refurbishments and will be closed from 23 June to 3 August 2025
What‘s Included
Local guide
Food and drinks
Transportation to/from attraction
Options
2024
2023
Reviews
56 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Informative and Fun
bernadettee578,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was really well structured with 30 mins in the interactive area first then the individual sites. Tour guide knew lots of interesting information that he shared. Loved seeing the individual sport areas particularly the pool and all the information we were told.
Amazing place, hidden gem!
Iain and Louise,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The behind the scenes tour was amazing!, so much to see & learn. We got to sample virtual reality sports which was hilarious & great fun, our tour guide is a current athlete in training & knew the place inside out. We got to see our future Olympians working hard to perfect their skills, the cafe is well stocked & the coffee is good!.
Informative Tour Regarding AIS and the sports programs in Australia
Adventure31075042143,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a nice walk around and inside the buildings. Sierra(I hope I got the name right) did a great introduction towards the facilities, history, athletes and beyond! There was also an interactive session at the very beginning. You can try on different sports such as football, indoor bicycle etc. Highly recommended!
Fun & informative visit
Traveler18103337878,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour showing the AIS & all the sports that our Olympic athletes study at the institute. Very interesting!! I would recommend this tour everyone not only the sporty types 😊
An enjoyable couple of hours.
Barry U,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00A good way to spend a couple of hours to learn about the history of the AIS. The guide was very knowledgeable.
Well worth a visit
Scenic65889773901,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just fantastic to see these training facilities for our elite athletes. Great interactive games to explore. Do t worry about the cold just enjoy.Tour guide on point very knowledgeable.
5 stars!
Jessica L,Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour! Our guide is currently an athlete at the AIS and was a wealth of knowledge. You get to see a fair bit of the place and if you’re lucky enough, some athletes might be training!
A must do while in Canberra
Michelle B,Mar 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really impressed with our tour of the AIS today. Julian was a great tour guide and we all enjoyed his insight and knowledge.
One of the best things to do in Canberra
KazP170,Jan 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed this tour, the young volley baller who guided us around was very informative and full of information. We even managed a photo with Kieren Perkins. I would highly recommend!!!!
Good tour
Josh M,Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with knowledgable guides. Impressive facilities. Would definitely recommend and good value for money.
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