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Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
4.5
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The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is Australia's largest, oldest and most popular sporting venue. The MCG has hosted plenty of international cricket, including the first-ever Test and the 1992 World Cup final, countless VFL/AFL Grand Finals, the 1956 Olympic Games and 2006 Commonwealth Games. It also hosted the final of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. Other sporting spectacles include FIFA World Cup soccer qualifiers, rugby league home and away matches and State of Origin and international rugby union clashes. Apart from its sporting events, the MCG has also witnessed many blockbuster music concerts, and even Pope John Paul II held a mass there when he visited Melbourne in 1986. The MCG has a total capacity of 100,024 people, comprising 95,024 seats and 5000 standing room spaces. The stadium also houses the National Sports Museum, which includes some of the most priceless pieces of memorabilia in Australian sporting history.
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TANILA
Melbourne, Australia144 contributions
The MCG is the largest and most sophisticated cricket ground in the world. Highly suggest this tour if you are a sports fan. Memorabilia and history is simply unreal!
Written 17 May 2022
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LRLLR
Queensland, Australia24 contributions
Amazing venue, was really happy with our tour guide, his knowledge and where he could take us. It’s mind blowing how large, clean and well laid out this place is. Definitely would do it again and recommend it to all ages.
Written 25 April 2022
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Anne S
Narrandera, Australia4 contributions
I'm not a cricket fan however I was glad I went along with my partner who thoroughly enjoyed it. Informative and interesting.
Written 21 April 2022
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Maurice L
6 contributions
Jul. 2021
Watched a one day international, absolutely thrilling atmosphere, great view from our seats, everybody super friendly.
Written 21 April 2022
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Tim B
Brisbane, Australia9 contributions
Apr. 2022 • Family
Great historic ground and good atmosphere for the AFL.
Was the first home game for Collingwood in 2022 and the staff outside the ground were unhelpful.
Was told to enter for GA seating at 4 different gates by 4 different gate attendants. Quite frustrating! But once into ground it was smooth sailing
Was the first home game for Collingwood in 2022 and the staff outside the ground were unhelpful.
Was told to enter for GA seating at 4 different gates by 4 different gate attendants. Quite frustrating! But once into ground it was smooth sailing
Written 14 April 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
LRLLR
Queensland, Australia24 contributions
The tour of the MCG was great, well worth a visit especially if your into cricket or AFL.
The Musuem was interesting and plenty of things to do and interact with. Again if your a cricket or AFL fan there’s lots for you.
Overall worth a look and worth the price.
The Musuem was interesting and plenty of things to do and interact with. Again if your a cricket or AFL fan there’s lots for you.
Overall worth a look and worth the price.
Written 11 April 2022
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Barbara McGovern
Brisbane, Australia18 contributions
Apr. 2022
What this stadium represents to Melbourne is a real landmark - and whatever the event just standing at the gates on the outside is enough, but to experience the moment in the stand as a visitor to Melbourne from Queensland, is a must. My visit was for the Shane Warne Memorial and this experience was an inspiration and an honour to attend.
Written 10 April 2022
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420krayzee
New South Wales, Australia14 contributions
Mar. 2022
Going behind the scenes of this cricket ground is well worth your while, even if you’re not a sports fun. The history and artefacts are amazing.
Written 24 March 2022
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bill mcgrath
Portarlington, Australia3 contributions
Mar. 2022
Went to the cats,bombers game.Great day out especially the mighty cats win.Needs more gate staff.Waited too long to enter in 31 Degree heat.Otherwise a great venue
Written 24 March 2022
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berntarse
Yankalilla, Australia
Can I book a luggage room for a case as my plane is delayed and will have to go straight to MCG
Meridith S
Doncaster, Australia
Will tours operate in May to September, COVID permitting of course. I would like to bring a Probus group to visit. they love their lunches too, any chance of a feed?
thanks heaps
Electric Blue
Hornsby, Australia3 contributions
Hi Meredith
I am sorry for the delayed response. I am unable to confirm and not permitted to include a weblink. However if you go to the MCG website you will be able to enquire and book hospitality and catering online. I recommend arranging this in advance if your events are from May-September. All The Best.
Nigel S
Perth, Australia35 contributions
Are tours still happening currently or have they been suspended?
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Following advice from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) regarding the global COVID-19 pandemic, otherwise known as Coronavirus, the MCG Tours and Australian Sports Museum will not operate from Tuesday the 17th of March.
The decision comes after the Government and health authorities recommended a ban on mass gatherings for the interim period, beginning on Monday the 16th of March to help slow the spread of the virus. The safety and wellbeing of our community remains our top priority as we take this step to ensure we continue to do all we can to protect our visitors, staff and volunteers during these unprecedented and challenging times.
Due to the rapidly changing situation we will continue to be providing regular updates on our website and across our Instagram, Facebook and Twitter social channels.
Roshan G
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates537 contributions
My dad and I are going for the India vs England World T20 match on 1 November this year. I wanted to know how good the view is from P16 Row B (Level 2A of the ground to make it more understandable). The seats are at the Great Southern Stand near the Don Bradman statue
KirkD271
Napier, New Zealand40 contributions
I got a great view from the Great Southern Stand end from all levels I visited. P16 will be near to looking straight down the wicket. With a white ball you’ll get a terrific view.
Are there lockers at MCG to store luggage
drichards0n
Sydney, Australia20 contributions
I do not know about that I am sorry
Am I allowed to bring 1.25lt of coke bottle into the ground today?
I’m going to the Pies vs Saints game at the MCG?
Slow traveler
Singapore, Singapore182 contributions
yes
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- Restaurants near Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG):
- (0.18 km) Hugh Trumble Cafe
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- (0.11 km) Michael Gudinski Statue