Hotels for Melbourne Cricket Ground
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Best neighborhoods to stay
- East Melbourne is the stadium’s immediate neighborhood, with leafy streets and access to Fitzroy Gardens.
- Richmond combines stadium access with restaurants, pubs and shopping along Swan Street and Bridge Road.
- Melbourne CBD offers a broad choice of accommodation, dining and public transport connections.
- Southbank suits visitors who want riverside dining and access to Melbourne’s arts precinct alongside their stadium visit.
Getting there: transit & shuttles
- Jolimont station serves the MCG via the Mernda and Hurstbridge train lines.
- Richmond station provides another stadium approach, with services on lines including Belgrave, Lilydale and Glen Waverley.
- Tram routes 48 and 75 run along Wellington Parade, north of the MCG.
- Tram route 70 runs along Swan Street, south of the stadium precinct.
Nearby dining
- Swan Street in Richmond has pubs, casual restaurants and cafes for meals around a match.
- Bridge Road in Richmond offers additional cafes and restaurants.
- Chinatown around Little Bourke Street in Melbourne CBD is known for Chinese and other Asian dining.
- Southbank Promenade and Southgate offer riverside restaurants and bars.
Frequently asked questions
Where should I stay near Melbourne Cricket Ground?
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How should I plan airport transport to Melbourne Cricket Ground?
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When should I book hotels near Melbourne Cricket Ground?
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