Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

Australia's world-famous sporting stadium.

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Address

2 Brunton Ave Melbourne VIC 3002 Australia

Wi-Fi Free
Wheelchair Accessible Yes
Restroom Yes
Drinks Beer

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Richard Gregory

Built in 1863, the MCG is among the greatest sporting arenas in the world, but for history, pure drama and emotion, it’s hard to look past the MCG. Check-in here to see the best sporting events .

Carlton FC

Blues Fact: 121,696 crammed the MCG for the 1970 Grand Final - the biggest crowd in VFL/AFL history. Carlton defeated Collingwood by 10 points after coming from 44 points down at half-time.

PJ Wascher

My favorite stadium in Melbourne. Went to two cricket matches on my trip. Second level has some nice indoor bars to visit behind the seats when you want a break and a drink.

John Paterakis

A classic sports venue, hosting a variety of events . The sort of place where attending a football or cricket match is a pilgrimage, not just viewing a game.

Ann W

If you love sports , this is the place to be. Watch a game of footy if you are in Melbourne during winter.

Dominic Papasergio

Australia's greatest landmark , any overseas viewers, come to the National Sports Museum . Walk around the park next to the Museum

Mandy Abela

My first time to the G and my first AFL game - it was fun. Great view and I was at the very back row up in the stands.. I'd go again if I was in town ..

Must See Must Do

Home of the AFL Grand Final and the famous Boxing Day Test for the Australian cricket team. One of the great sporting stadiums of the world. Tours available everyday.

Chloe Tiara

Do make sure to put on something warm; it gets quite chilly later in the night. Grab some pies or chips along with a warm drink to avoid getting too cold.

Tyler Hoogwerf

Great venue!! Best in the world in fact, overpriced food but worth it for the experience

Jason Tabrett

It’s a great ground to watch sport at if it’s on a round field like cricket or AFL!

Stephen Fogarty

Although a bit of an effort to get to (especially when one is not as young) the view is great! Well worth the effort.

Melbourne Cricket Ground

Make sure you visit the National Sports Museum next time you're at the MCG - a world of fun for all sports fans ! Details at http://www.nsm.org.au.

Richard Payne

If you've any interest in cricket and/or AFL, the tour and Museum are a must.

Kathy N.

If You have a sweet tooth, head to the crepe truck close to the Members/corporate suites entrance and indulge yourself with banana & Nutella yum sweetness!

Jason Denny

This is one of the biggest stadiums in the world. 100K capacity. Go watch the Aussies kick some Pommy (English) butt!!!!

Melbourne Cricket Ground

A stadium tour at the MCG is an unforgettable experience. No need to book , just head to Gate 3 between 10am and 3pm on days when events are not being held at the venue and go behind the scenes...

Travellerspoint.com

Australia's sporting mecca. Home of AFL football , cricket , and the National Sports Museum . Museum entry and guided stadium tours via Gate 3.

Caitlyn Cappiello

I’m not even a sports fan but I loved the MCG tour especially the old vintage sporting equipment

Wayne

The Worlds Greatest Sporting Venue.. well worth a visit, do the MCG tour , its great

Walter

Home of AFL and cricket , amazing place!!

Karl Warden

The sports museum was the best part! Such an amazing Olympics exhibit .

Greg Tippett

standing, ground level, in the Ponsford stand is the best.

Monica Fulco

See a footy game in the depths of winter, a must-do Melbourne experience for any overseas traveller

Andrew Healan

if there are no matches that day just take the tour , it is entertaining and educational

Anna Milne

Parking has been a bit of an issue recently, also security gates due to staffing issues. Get in early to avoid the crowds.

Jackie Mackie

Must see in Melbourne, love the atmosphere at a footy game and there's no oval quite like it!

Luke M

Get to a Sheffield Shield game or the Ryobi Cup in summer. Get the ground to yourself, and watch the cricket in peace . Great way to wyle away the summer hours.

Syd Khan

The tour of the MCG is a must. It was unforgettable.

Dan Mackinder

This us a lovely spot to spend a holiday whenever the English happen to be spanking the sweet beJesus out of the Aussies. Strongly recommend the dish of Revenge served long sweet & slow

Jim McDermott

One of the great places on the planet. See the footy, let the crowd's passion sweep you away .

Mark Wyld

Sit on the city side of the MCG if you go in summer because there is more shade

The Presidents Cup

Australian golfer Adam Scott says the MCG is the greatest sports stadium in Australia...and one of the best in the world!

Matthew Tilleard

The beating heart of Melbourne. Football in the Winter. Cricket in the Summer

Harrison Caśalini

Beautiful ground. Major upgrade in private function rooms!

Julian Coburn

Best sporting stadium in the world.

Peter Barker

Get here early as the car park is filling up fast.

James B

Do the tour it's fantastic and if you get Allan as the guide even better

John Walsh

Come watch the dees play in the afl always a great time to be had

Mark Schenk

Great atmosphere. Easy access .

ᴡ England

if you need to meet up with people call them before you get there you wont be able to call them when your there its nearly impossible to get signal inside the G

bushrangers

The spiritual home of the Bushrangers. Make sure you're in attendance during on of the many home games this season. The KFCTwenty20 Big Bash is in full force here on January 2, 22 and 28!

Shane Brown

The National Sports Museum inside the MCG is well worth a visit - as is a stadium tour .

Ralph Mallett

The tour is a must for cricket fans

TingWei Teoh

This is awesome ! everyone crazy with the cricket world cup final.:-) New Zealand VS Australia.

Pocket Pies

Live and breath the Collingwood Football Club . Grab Pocket Pies from the App Store and never miss another moment away from the ground. Read more

Ashley Wright

The museum is great, really worth a look!!!

Tricia D

LOVE THIS VENUE...THIS IS WHERE I SEEN 4 GRAND FINALS PLAYED AND THE MIGHTY BRISBANE LIONS WON 3 IN A ROW....GO LIONS 2001, 2002, 2003...BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE

Tizzet.com.au

Grab a beer at the Mt View Hotel on Bridge Road Richmond before the game, and at the Cricketers Arms afterwards on Punt Road . Read more

Joe Sharp

This place is the biggest most fantastic stadium in the world, must see!

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MCC Members Reserve

Long Room is well worth it for the meal. Make sure you get a seat before eating though! - Tara Smith

8.6
Football
AFL Members Reserve

Genuine AFL crowd - Vishan Jayasinghe

Cricket
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GC Suns are on the way up, Tigers only beat teams in bottom half of ladder and Swans have passed the Pies. - Steve Hubbard

7.8
Sports Club
Fitzroy Bowling & Sports Club

2 hours of bowling here is a great way to relax in the sun. You can also book a BBQ for post bowls feast. Make sure you book for the w/ends as it gets busy. - Ben Shepherd

6.9
Sports Club
Middle Park Bowling Club

$10 per hour for casual lawn bowls on a Sunday. Bowls supplied. Enjoy the deep house tunes in the sun too! - Michael Lauterstein

Sports Club
Cityside Sports

Parking is tricky! The side strip is very narrow!! Courts are very slippery when wet- be careful! Other than that have fun! - Claire Mc

8.6
Tennis
Rod Laver Arena

The improvements made here in recent years are fantastic. Padded seating, renovated bathrooms and spacious lobby areas. - Nigel