We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.
Melbourne
RECENTLY VIEWED
No results found

Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

6,770 Reviews
#2 of 415 things to do in Melbourne
Arenas & Stadiums, Speciality Museums, Museums, Sights & Landmarks
| Yarra Park, Jolimont, Melbourne, Victoria 8002, Australia
+61 3 9657 8888
Website
Save
All photos (1,590)
Full view
Certificate of Excellence
Book In Advance
More Info
USD 18.49*
and up
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) Tour with Optional Entry Ticket to the National...
More Info
USD 18.49*
and up
National Sports Museum General Entry Ticket with Optional Melbourne Cricket...
More Info
USD 91.67*
and up
Sports Lovers Tours of Melbourne
See More Tours & Experiences
Map
Satellite
Map updates are paused. Zoom in to see updated info.
Reset zoom
Neighbourhoods
Neighbourhoods
Overview
More
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.

About Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)

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.
4.5
6,770 reviews
  • Excellent74%
  • Very good21%
  • Average3%
  • Poor1%
  • Terrible1%
Travellers talk about
“sports museum” (492 reviews)
“boxing day” (325 reviews)
“cricket fan” (208 reviews)
Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
LOCATION
| Yarra Park, Jolimont, Melbourne, Victoria 8002, Australia
CONTACT
Website
+61 3 9657 8888
Improve This Listing
Write a Review
Reviews (6,770)
Traveller rating
Traveller type
Time of year
Language
  • More languages

1 - 10 of 6,770 reviews

Reviewed yesterday
Australian rules football

I hadn't heard about Australian rules football before so naturally I wanted to see what the game is about. I reserved tickets online before our trip to Australia. The company which sells the tickets (Ticketek) wouldn't process my order because I stated I was from...More

Thank the_vizitor
Reviewed yesterday
Football Match

We went for the Argentina v Brazil match, it was easy to get to the grounds & around. You felt safe with the security checks due to the amount of people attending. A great atmosphere to take the family for a sports night out.

Thank Billy007863
Reviewed yesterday
Enjoyable AFL experience

We watched an AFL game, great atmosphere. Very easy to get in and out and to buy walk up tickets. Staff on the ticket stand were very helpful. Will definitely attend another sports event here.

Thank HeraD
Reviewed yesterday
No better place to watch the Footy

MCG - Mecca to AFL, must do on bucket list if your ever in Melbourne, Go the Might Bombers, Team to beat in balance of 2017

Thank Peter H
Reviewed yesterday
Had a terrific day at the G

Went to the G to watch an AFL game, just had general admission tickets so climbed to the top level, under cover, good view even from there. Queues for drinks, food and toilets not too bad. Chips were only warmish, but tomato sauce is free...More

Thank Narina L
Reviewed 2 days ago
AFL match experience

Easy to get in and out of. Excellent clean facilities, amazing atmosphere, and very friendly staff. Worthwhile visiting.

Thank M N
Reviewed 2 days ago
Tour

Great place to visit a tour with museum is a must,me not being a cricket fan and only accompining my husband I actually thoughrally enjoyed it,you get to see everything that the general public don't great history behind the MCG that I didn't know about...More

Thank Annette J
Reviewed 2 days ago
One of the legendary Cricket grounds in the World !!!

The Melbourne Cricket Ground or the MCG is also known simply as "The G" !!! It is an Australian sports stadium located in Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria. It is the home to the Melbourne Cricket Club and is also the 10th-largest stadium in the world...More

Thank Aryan2007
Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
Great experience

Went for an AFL match with an 8 month old bubba. We were able to take the pram in and leave it in storage. When baby got upset we were able to get the pram and wheel her around instead of sitting down. Friendly staff,...More

Thank Claire G
Reviewed 2 days ago via mobile
Visit to historical stadium

This is very impressive stadium. The facility is outstanding. The place has character. The tour guide made the stadium come alive with the stories of yesterday. We continued after the tour to visit the sports museum. Wow this is pretty awesome. We loved every minute....More

Thank Harry M
Nearby
Nearby Restaurants
The Piano Restaurant and Bar
39 reviews
.70 km away
Fourteen Bridge Italian Restaurant
26 reviews
.70 km away
Geppetto Trattoria
130 reviews
.52 km away
Il Duca
164 reviews
.45 km away
Nearby Attractions
Rod Laver Arena
1,082 reviews
.44 km away
National Sports Museum
579 reviews
.13 km away
Fitzroy Gardens
1,070 reviews
.74 km away
Questions & AnswersAsk a question
champaynee
Is there anywhere in the ground to smoke I'm going with my grandad and he smokes
13 May 2017|
Answer Show all 3 answers
Response from MCG5 | Property representative |
Hi there. No, the MCG is a smoke-free venue.
0
Votes
sjoy92
I have a general admission ticket for tomorrow's afl game (13th may) and tickets say 7.25pm is it likely with this ticket that I won't get in? And how early should I be aiming to get there to have a good chance of getting in? Thank you
12 May 2017|
Answer Show all 2 answers
Response from MCG5 | Property representative |
Hi there. We are expecting a crowd of around 50-60,000 on Saturday night. There will be plenty of room for general admission ticket holders, but we recommend arriving early to not only obtain a good seat but also to enjoy... More
0
Votes
Bournemouthtoffee
Im going to the Boxing Day Test this year travelling from England, is there any kind of dress code to be aware of?
9 May 2017|
Answer Show all 3 answers
Response from MCG5 | Property representative |
Hi there. No dress code in the public areas - apart from common decency :)
1
Vote