About Melbourne Cricket Ground and the National Sports Museum

Also known as MCG, this is a must-visit for all cricket enthusiasts. It is the 10th largest stadium in the world and the largest in Australia. Take a tour of the iconic stadium and experience the legends’ play area. Capture those moments that have fans sitting at the edge of their seat and witness a spectacle with no equal at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and Sporting Museum. A massive complex dedicated to providing fans with the best facilities while cheering on their favorite teams. 

 This venue has been the epicenter of millions of dreams coming true and has witnessed historic wins and losses in its time. Come here to watch a match or on a non-match day to enjoy the tours, explore the complex or stand dead center, and take in the views from the pitch. This ground is definitely like a mecca to several cricket fans across the world who religiously come pouring in every time their country plays. Located within the grounds is the Sports Museum a spectacular building that displays memorabilia from rugby, football, cricket, and hockey fixtures. Gain insight into Melbourne’s sporting culture from the proud MCC volunteers and immerse yourself in the history and the world-class facilities. You can also treat yourself to some lip-smacking delicacies and wholesome meals from the 2 great cafes open to the public every day.

 

Must See

  • Attend AFL games and cricket test matches
  • A guided tour takes you behind the scenes, including the player’s dressing rooms, the cricketers’ viewing room
  • The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) Long Room 
  • The Library 
  • The views of Melbourne from the City Terrace
  • AAMI 
  • Melbourne & Olympic Parks
  • John Landy And Ron Clarke - Sportsmanship Statue
  • Olympic Park Oval
  • Punting On The Lake
  • Melbourne Arena
  • Rod Laver Arena
  • National Sports Museum
  • Capital City Trail
  • Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
  • Global Ballooning Australia

How to reach

You can either take a train to MCG station or Richmond Station or take the City Circle trams or avail public buses or a taxi. From the CBD area, all these transports are available

By Taxi from the airport:

From the Melbourne airport, you can also take a shuttle or taxi to reach MCG directly

By Bus:

If you travel via bus it takes approx 8 hours 19 minutes and costs around $ 90 to $ 237

By Train:

If taking the train then you can take a train from Yass Junction. It's around 7 hours 8 minutes and costs $ 55 to $ 210

 By Drive:

If you are driving then it takes you around 6 hours 49 minutes and its 409.4 miles away

Tips

  • Check out the Melbourne Cricket Ground's website for more information about scheduled events, tours, and museum exhibits
  • It has only two copies of a photograph of Sachin Tendulkar and Sir Don Bradman standing together
  • Photography is allowed on the premises
  • Do wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
  • This attraction can be of special interest to sports enthusiasts as it features lots of cricket memorabilia
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Strollers are allowed for children
  • Credit cards are accepted 
  • No outside eatables allowed
  • Do not forget to visit the shop for sports gear
  • You would need to walk a little further to reach the pedestrian bridge
  • The staff is very cooperative and friendly 
  • Please take a tour of the museum
  • If you're an AFL or Cricket fan and you're yet to watch a big game at the MCG you must do it, you will simply love it
  •  A cafe and a pub each is available on the premises which you may want to visit

Visit Time

Guided MCG tours depart regularly except on MCG event days

Sunday:            10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Monday:           10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday:          10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday:     10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Thursday:         10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Friday:              10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday:          10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

National Sports Museum is open daily except on MCG event days from

Sunday:             10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Monday:             10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday:            10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday:       10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday:           10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Friday:                10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday:            10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.

MCG tours and the National Sports Museum are available on all non-event related days except Christmas Day, Melbourne Cup Day, and Good Friday
 

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Waiting Time

Long queues  can be avoided if you buy tickets online in advance

 

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Entrance Fee

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MCG and NSM tour package:

Adults:                                                                           $ 35

Children(up to 15 years  of age):                                   $ 18                          Concession tickets, upon showing valid ID:                  $ 29

Entry for children (under 5 years of age):                      Free 

 

MCG  tours: 

Adults:                                                                           $ 25

Children(up to 15 years  of age):                                   $ 14                          Concession tickets, upon showing valid ID:                  $ 21

Entry for children (under 5 years of age):                      Free 

 

MCG members entry:                                                    $ 29

There are different rates for groups of over 20 people

Family package price for 2 adults and 2 children:         $ 76

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Time you can spend

2 hours on non-match days, 6 to 7 hours on match days

 

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Weather

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