Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
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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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- Alice G12 contributionsA fantastic tour!A fantastic experience! We visited the MCG and toured the ground with our excellent guide Graeme. Graeme was helpful, knowledgable and enthusiastic about the MCG and found we learnt a lot about the grounds history. The ticket was reasonably priced with entry to the sports museum included which was great for young children. We fully enjoyed our time at the MCGVisited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 16 October 2023
- Aditya MKathmandu, Nepal134 contributionsBoxing Day Test MatchOne of the best stadiums in the world. I wanted to watch the Boxing Day test match and it did not disappoint. The stadium also has a lot of restrooms so it’s not a going to be an issue at all. I also did the Museum tour but the museum isn’t that big. It’s a really short tour but you shouldn’t miss it. We had reserved our seats an online so things were pretty smooth.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 June 2024
- ready2gonow84 contributionsAFL Saturday night at MCGThis review is for the MCG itself. We saw an AFL game there and it was a very good experience. The only downside was the rainy weather but as my son says "the good thing is once you're wet, you can't get wet twice". The tram there was a bit of a mess due to the rugby game starting at nearly the same time. I was hoping for an 80k crowd but it was half that to watch the Cats vs Bombers. The game was good and the food was surprisingly excellent for stadium food.Visited June 2024Travelled with familyWritten 27 July 2024
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thehamiltons7
Melbourne, Australia28 contributions
Feb 2020
We are the self appointed most sports mad city in the world. The scene of so many great sporting events - 1956 Olympic Games, Test Match Cricket, AFL Football but the most sensational was Liverpool and 95,000 singing ‘The Song’ before kick-off. Then there’s the concerts. And it’s all part of a magnificent sporting precinct. And it has its own museum. Definitely do yourself a favour
Written 12 March 2020
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Uday Kumar H
Kolkata (Calcutta), India1,910 contributions
Dec 2019
Title: Melbourne Cricket Ground- Heaven to Cricketers and Cricket Lovers
We reached Melbourne Airport. The flight Gold Coast Airport started late. In fact, we rushed to Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). After reaching MCG we all felt free from tension. Visiting MCG was a dream to me. Thomas Cook India Ltd during “Australia and New Zealand Tour” fulfilled this desire.
The MCG is located in ‘Yarra Park’. MCG is within walking distance of Richmond and Jolimont stations. The stadium is surrounded by AAMI Park, Rod Laver Arena and Hisense Arena and is close to the city centre.
MCG shop-My wife purchased T-Shirts for me, our son and grandson. We came to know from our tour manager that Melbourne Cricket Club established the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1853.
There are statues of Don Bradman, Shane Warne, Denis Lily and other legendary cricketers
I am an academician and sharing my knowledge and experience with students including master degree students. But I love cricket and cricketers from the core of my heart. But, I am not a cricketer.
Touching the grass of Melbourne Cricket ground is my life time achievement. The last day of 2019 shall be in my everlasting memory.
I am attaching few photos.
We reached Melbourne Airport. The flight Gold Coast Airport started late. In fact, we rushed to Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). After reaching MCG we all felt free from tension. Visiting MCG was a dream to me. Thomas Cook India Ltd during “Australia and New Zealand Tour” fulfilled this desire.
The MCG is located in ‘Yarra Park’. MCG is within walking distance of Richmond and Jolimont stations. The stadium is surrounded by AAMI Park, Rod Laver Arena and Hisense Arena and is close to the city centre.
MCG shop-My wife purchased T-Shirts for me, our son and grandson. We came to know from our tour manager that Melbourne Cricket Club established the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1853.
There are statues of Don Bradman, Shane Warne, Denis Lily and other legendary cricketers
I am an academician and sharing my knowledge and experience with students including master degree students. But I love cricket and cricketers from the core of my heart. But, I am not a cricketer.
Touching the grass of Melbourne Cricket ground is my life time achievement. The last day of 2019 shall be in my everlasting memory.
I am attaching few photos.
Written 23 January 2020
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Robbie S
Townsville, Australia141 contributions
Feb 2020 • Business
We did the MCG tour as part of a work function. The tour was excellent, if you’re a sports fan then this is a must do in Melbourne. You get to see all of iconic areas like the members box, the long room etc. The tour hosts are long term MCC membership holders and have a tonne of knowledge on the history of the MCG.
Following the tour we had dinner in one of the large restaurant type areas within the stadium, overlooking the entire field. The dinner was excellent, the food was great and waitstaff were spot on. The whole event was very enjoyable.
Following the tour we had dinner in one of the large restaurant type areas within the stadium, overlooking the entire field. The dinner was excellent, the food was great and waitstaff were spot on. The whole event was very enjoyable.
Written 20 February 2020
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aje0621
Boston, UK46 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I’m not a great fan of cricket, but the men in our group are, so we agreed to tag along.
I have to admit I thoroughly enjoyed the whole tour. I guide was knowledgable, informative and we learnt a lot about the history of the club. The museum is also well worth a visit with lots of cricket memorabilia.
A worthwhile visit for cricket lovers (and non cricket lovers to tag along).
I have to admit I thoroughly enjoyed the whole tour. I guide was knowledgable, informative and we learnt a lot about the history of the club. The museum is also well worth a visit with lots of cricket memorabilia.
A worthwhile visit for cricket lovers (and non cricket lovers to tag along).
Written 21 February 2020
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Lisa W
Callala Bay, Australia203 contributions
Apr 2021
The MCG is such an iconic AFL location that it really is a must do when visiting Melbourne. It is such a better game experience BECAUSE of the people who go & are religious about their teams. That was the fun part about taking the kids - getting them to see that enthusiasm & the emotions people voice in the crowd.
Written 21 April 2021
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Born_free1986
Melbourne, Australia74 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
Went to see Australia take on the Kiwis for the 2019 Boxing Day Test match. Hats off the architects, engineers who staff who built this modern day Colosseum. This is an arena that Melbourne will be always proud of. With seating capacity of over 100,000 patrons, the staff is always ready to service big crowds as well. The day was well spent with friends
Written 3 January 2020
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Swisshen
Perth, Australia2,354 contributions
Dec 2019
Went here with my husband and daughter to watch the famous Boxing Day Test. Easily accessible by public transport. Great views of the pitch. As on a par of most areas and Sports grounds the food and drink is a little pricey.
Written 10 February 2020
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Alice G
12 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
A fantastic experience! We visited the MCG and toured the ground with our excellent guide Graeme. Graeme was helpful, knowledgable and enthusiastic about the MCG and found we learnt a lot about the grounds history. The ticket was reasonably priced with entry to the sports museum included which was great for young children. We fully enjoyed our time at the MCG
Written 17 October 2023
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cdscons
Brisbane, Australia261 contributions
Dec 2019
First day against the Kiwis. Atmosphere fantastic with 80,000 plus in attendance. Weather conditions ideal. Food and beverage facilities more than acceptable, prices as you would expect for this type of event (Would make Ned Kelly blush!)
Had a great time with my son and son-in-law, next to a bunch of Kiwis so had plenty of banter. Easy access to the venue by bus, tram and train. Well organised entry and egress. Outstanding venue.
Had a great time with my son and son-in-law, next to a bunch of Kiwis so had plenty of banter. Easy access to the venue by bus, tram and train. Well organised entry and egress. Outstanding venue.
Written 3 January 2020
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Simon D
Auckland, New Zealand826 contributions
Dec 2022
We were here for the Billy Joel concert in Dec 2022. It was an easy walk (about 20 mins) from our Southbank accommodation. Trains and trams are also nearby. A big crowd was attending (71,000+) and some big crowds at the gates, but all flowed smoothly considering the volume being managed.
Outside the stadium are a number of statues of some of the Australian cricket greats. Once inside we headed to the top level where our seats were (escalators made this easy and flowed pretty quickly) with food and beverage vendors on site and clean restrooms.
Seating in our area (Q51) was well under cover from the elements and although a long way up, the view was great of the field and stage/screens. The only downside are the seats are quite small and close together and the ground under my feet was 'sticky' from spillages at some stage.
It was great to be at this iconic venue with a huge crowd and to soak up the atmosphere. Worth a visit if you get the chance!
Outside the stadium are a number of statues of some of the Australian cricket greats. Once inside we headed to the top level where our seats were (escalators made this easy and flowed pretty quickly) with food and beverage vendors on site and clean restrooms.
Seating in our area (Q51) was well under cover from the elements and although a long way up, the view was great of the field and stage/screens. The only downside are the seats are quite small and close together and the ground under my feet was 'sticky' from spillages at some stage.
It was great to be at this iconic venue with a huge crowd and to soak up the atmosphere. Worth a visit if you get the chance!
Written 15 December 2022
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Hi, I have tickets for the semi AFL final between the pies and dockers this Saturday night, I could only get tickets in Q section ponsford stand. Can I use the lifts to get up there please as I get anxious on steps.
Written 5 September 2022
Sorry, I don't know. I suggest you contact the Melbourne Cricket Club and ask them.
Written 5 September 2022
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
Written 10 July 2021
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
Written 9 January 2021
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.
Written 12 March 2021
Are tours still happening currently or have they been suspended?
Written 14 March 2020
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.
Written 16 March 2020
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
Written 13 January 2020
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.
Written 13 January 2020
Can you access the MCG shop without having a ticket to a match or paying to enter the stadium? Only have 30 mins but would like to buy my son a gift!
Written 24 September 2019
on non match days you can yes.
Written 25 September 2019
I do not know about that I am sorry
Written 18 September 2019
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