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Melbourne Cricket Ground
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About Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known locally as the 'G, is a multi-purpose stadium located in Yarra Park in the suburb of East Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The stadium primarily hosts Australian rules football and cricket as the home ground of multiple teams in the Australian Football League (AFL), as well as the Melbourne Renegades and the Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League (BBL) and the Victorian cricket team in the Sheffield Shield. It also frequently hosts the Australian national cricket team. The ground was established by the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) in 1853, who continue to manage and operate the site. The stadium itself is owned by the Victorian Government through its appointed MCG Trust.
Getting there
🚉 Public transport
- MCG Gates 4Tram stop270 m · 4 min walk
- Rod Laver Arena/MCG Gates 1Tram stop380 m · 6 min walk
- JolimontTrain station400 m · 6 min walk
- Jolimont StationTram stop420 m · 7 min walk
- Simpson St/Wellington Pde (East Melbourne)Tram stop490 m · 8 min walk
- Olympic Boulevard (Melbourne City)Tram stop550 m · 9 min walk
Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Wikidata (CC0)
🛏️ Hotels near Melbourne Cricket Ground
Check prices ↗- Pullman Melbourne On the ParkHotel460 m · 7 min walk
- Quest JolimontHotel490 m · 8 min walk
- Mantra on Jolimont MelbourneHotel500 m · 8 min walk
- Quest East MelbourneHotel590 m · 10 min walk
- 381 CremorneHotel790 m · 13 min walk
- Hotel Lindrum Melbourne - MGalleryHotel990 m · 16 min walk
🛏️ Hotels near Melbourne Cricket Ground
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Melbourne Cricket Ground: FAQs
What's on at Melbourne Cricket Ground?
There are no upcoming events listed at Melbourne Cricket Ground right now.
Where is Melbourne Cricket Ground?
Melbourne Cricket Ground is located at 120 Brunton Avenue, East Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Melbourne, VIC.
How big is Melbourne Cricket Ground?
Melbourne Cricket Ground has a capacity of around 100,024.
What is the nearest station to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
The nearest station is MCG Gates 4 (Tram stop), about 270 m from Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Which hotels are closest to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
The closest places to stay are Pullman Melbourne On the Park (460 m), Quest Jolimont (490 m), and Mantra on Jolimont Melbourne (500 m).
When did Melbourne Cricket Ground open?
Melbourne Cricket Ground opened in 1853.
Which teams or companies are based at Melbourne Cricket Ground?
Melbourne Cricket Ground is the home of Australia national cricket team, Melbourne Cricket Club, Collingwood Football Club, Melbourne Football Club, and +2.