Sydney Cricket Ground: Behind the Scenes Walking Tour

Summary

Walk the historic SCG, hear legends’ stories, and step inside sporting history

You’ll step onto the legendary Sydney Cricket Ground with a local guide who brings its stories to life—walking through player tunnels, exploring the SCG Museum’s treasures, and standing pitch-side where legends played. Expect real moments: laughter, history you can touch (almost), and that strange thrill of being somewhere you’ve only watched from afar.

What’s the experience like?

“You can almost smell the grass from here—don’t worry, we’ll get closer,” our guide Rob grinned as we shuffled past a wall of old photos at the Sydney Cricket Ground. I’d only ever seen this place on TV, so actually being here—with that faint scent of cut grass and sunscreen in the air—felt weirdly exciting. Rob knew every corner; he pointed out where Steve Waugh scored his last century and told us how the stands used to shake when a big six was hit. There were kids in our group asking about cricket rules, and Rob didn’t miss a beat—he even mimed bowling an over right there in the corridor. I tried not to laugh but failed.

The behind-the-scenes bits were my favorite. We ducked through tunnels where players walk out (I swear it felt narrower than on screen), and you could see little scuffs on the walls—probably from nervous hands or maybe just someone carrying too many bats at once. The SCG Museum had these battered old bats and jerseys behind glass, but what stuck with me was a faded cap that looked like it had seen more sun than I ever will. Someone’s granddad next to me whispered, “That belonged to Bradman.” I don’t know if it was true, but it made me look twice.

There was a moment when we stood pitch-side, just for a minute. The sky was that washed-out Sydney blue, and you could hear distant traffic but mostly just our group’s quiet chatter. Rob let us linger before moving on—he seemed to get that people wanted to soak it up. The tour finished back near where we started; I kept thinking about all those matches played right here while we shuffled out into the afternoon light.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sydney Cricket Ground guided walking tour

• Join behind the scenes walking tour
• Explore Sydney Cricket Ground precinct
• Visit the SCG Museum

Top questions

How long is the Sydney Cricket Ground walking tour?

The guided walking tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.

Is this SCG tour suitable for families with children?

Yes, all ages are welcome; infants can use prams or strollers.

Does the tour include access to Allianz Stadium?

No, Allianz Stadium is excluded due to redevelopment until 2022.

Are there any accessibility options for wheelchairs?

About 90% of the tour is wheelchair accessible.

What should I wear for the SCG walking tour?

Wear comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing; parts of the tour are outdoors.

Is public transportation available near Sydney Cricket Ground?

Yes, there are public transport options nearby.

Do I need to arrive early for my booked tour?

You should arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time and present your ticket.

What’s included

Your day includes a guided behind-the-scenes walking tour of Sydney Cricket Ground with an expert local guide who shares stories along the way; entry to both outdoor precincts and indoor museum exhibits; plus flexibility for prams or wheelchairs so everyone can join in comfortably.