Melbourne: MCG Stadium Tour & Behind-the-Scenes Access

Summary

Walk the MCG’s hidden halls, touch history and city views

You’ll step right onto the arena at Melbourne Cricket Ground, wander legendary halls like the MCC Long Room, peek into player change rooms and catch city views from City Terrace. With stories from a local guide and behind-the-scenes access included, you’ll feel both small and part of something big—there’s nothing quite like it.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me was the hush — not silence, exactly, but that stadium kind of quiet when you’re standing in the middle of something huge before the crowds arrive. Our guide, Dave (he wore a battered MCC cap), waved us through Gate 3 like we were old friends. I could smell fresh grass somewhere under all that concrete. He told us this is where legends have walked out, and I sort of believed him — it felt bigger than just cricket. There was a group from Mumbai with us; one guy kept grinning at the Sir Donald Bradman portrait like he’d met an old hero.

We wandered into the MCC Long Room (I tried not to touch anything but honestly, those polished wooden banisters are hard to resist). The air was heavy with history — or maybe just furniture polish. Dave pointed out a tapestry I’d never have noticed on my own, stitched with moments from matches older than my dad. In the player change rooms, someone joked about sneaking a selfie in Steve Smith’s spot. You could almost hear echoes of old team talks bouncing off the tiles. The day trip to MCG from central Melbourne only took about 15 minutes by tram, but it felt like stepping into another world.

I didn’t expect to be so taken by the City Terrace view — Melbourne’s skyline looked sharp against some late afternoon clouds. There was this moment where everyone just went quiet for a second (even the kids), staring out at all that glass and steel beyond the stands. On our way out, Dave told us how he once saw Shane Warne bowl here as a kid; his face lit up in this way that made me wish I’d seen it too. So yeah, if you’re even half curious about what makes Melbourne tick, this guided MCG tour is worth your time — even if you can’t tell your wickets from your googlies.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided tour of Melbourne Cricket Ground

• Join guided MCG tour
• Visit MCC Long Room
• Walk on the arena
• See MCC Library
• View MCG tapestry
• Explore player change rooms
• Visit cricketers' viewing room
• See Ron Casey media centre
• View portraits of Bradman and Tendulkar
• Explore Cricket Victoria Bill Lawry Centre
• Enjoy City Terrace skyline views

Top questions

How long does the MCG tour take?

The guided MCG tour lasts approximately 75 minutes.

Is there wheelchair access on the MCG tour?

Yes, all areas and surfaces on the tour are wheelchair accessible.

Where does the MCG tour start?

The tour starts at Gate 3 of Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Are children allowed on the MCG tour?

Yes, children can join but must be accompanied by an adult.

Is public transport available to reach MCG?

Yes, there are public transportation options nearby for easy access.

Are service animals permitted on the tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the guided tour.

What highlights are included in this guided MCG tour?

You’ll visit areas like MCC Long Room, player change rooms, viewing room, media centre and City Terrace.

Does this include entry to Australian Sports Museum?

No, entry is only for the guided MCG stadium tour unless otherwise specified.

What’s included

Your experience includes a 75-minute guided walk through Melbourne Cricket Ground with access to iconic spaces like the MCC Long Room and player change rooms; tours depart daily from Gate 3 and are fully wheelchair accessible for all travelers.