Australian Open

Australian Open

Australian Open
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After non-stop action and entertainment? Head to Melbourne and get ready for the most thrilling and highly anticipated events of the summer at the Australian Open. Over two adrenaline-charged weeks, see the world’s best tennis players hit the global stage at Melbourne Park to battle it out for the ultimate glory. With more entertainment, food and family friendly options than ever before, there’s something for everyone at the AO. * Watch the biggest sporting stars put it all on the line at Rod Laver Arena * Entertain the kids with a huge range of fun activities at the AO Ballpark * Kick back watching some of the best bands on the Aussie and international circuit at the AO Live Stage * Enjoy world-class dining at the tennis at the various restaurants and food precincts Don’t miss out on the ultimate Summer experience at the Australian Open.
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Laura the traveller
Australia37 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Couples
I recommend doing a day ground pass and then get tickets to a night session at Rod Laver or Margaret Court. There are lots of food and drinking options within the area. Prices are as expected more expensive than a normal cafe/takeaway venue.

You can take food and drink bottles (there are heaps of water stations to fill up). A hat is a must the Melbourne sun is heavy. At night the temperatures drop so I recommend a jacket. Tram to and from the games is free. Walking from the CBD (Flinders station area) is flat and easy.

It gets very busy in the drinking area out on the grounds. It is hard to get a seat and 80% here are here to drink and enjoy the vibe of the games. If you want space and to concentrate on the game I recommend getting seated tickets in one of the arenas.
Written January 18, 2025
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FBaird
Spokane, WA111 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
What a fun party! The tennis was amazing, the entry price very reasonable, and the entire place is one big party! We bought tickets to Rod Laver Arena and those cost a bit more--but still pretty reasonable for a Grand Slam event.
Written January 29, 2024
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,718 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020
Tennis has four Grand Slams, only one tournament is in the Southern Hemisphere -- the Australian Open, held each January at Melbourne Park. It's also known as the Grand Slam of the Asia-Pacific. The world's top players attend, in pursuit of the elusive Grand Slam. It's a great carnival. It's easy to gain entrance to the outer courts, where the price to view the preliminary rounds is quite inexpensive. Many spectators turn up every year. As it is in the Australian summer, you are unlikely to get cold. By the way, you can walk to Melbourne Park from the City or take the tram, which takes around 5 or 10 minutes.
Written August 23, 2020
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goldfinchUK
London, UK87 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
Tournament scheduling was appalling. No conlsideration for either players or fans. The late starts for some matches were completely unacceptable. The main courts may be better of course but watching tennis on the big screens in the grounds is a miserable experience. Huge advertising screens distract from the matches. This is abour commercial gain not tennis. Poor commentary does not help. Not worth the ground ticket price. Recommend fans watch at home and save their money unless they can afford the seat prices on the show courts - and the time when the matches run in the early hours because of the absurd scheduling.
Written March 16, 2024
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Tyrone
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Friends
The Australian Open now uses dynamic pricing. Our tickets cost $200 more for each ticket when we bought the tickets weeks ago. On the event day the tickets are $200 less. Just a joke and feel so ripped off!
Written January 20, 2023
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Dee f
Mentone, Australia4 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Friends
Arrived to hear staff yelling directions at people waiting to get, appeared to be lack of signage/organisation, security was poor, I had a bag and while attempting to open and place on table for inspection I was told don’t worry about it and just keep walking!!
Once inside there was a sea of pop up shops advertising and selling alcohol. However if you want something to eat, those establishments are well hidden and you’ll have to go hunting for food. Paid $20 for a disgusting, cold chicken burger which ended up in the bin.
I arrived around 11am and the crowd was manageable, line ups bearable. By mid afternoon it was apparent to me that way too many ground passes sold, while people continued to flood through the gates and the amount of people severely impaired experience.
Encountered several young staff members that had no idea what they were doing.
A disappointing experience.
Written January 16, 2025
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lanaeybers
Midrand, South Africa1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2024 • Couples
Terrible terrible!!! Australian open scheduling is pathetic. It is disrespectful to players and fans. We flew from Perth to see our favourite Djokovic in the quarterfinals. We arrived and learned he was moved to the day session and we paid (a premium) to watch the night session. Because they started late we could only go into Rob Laver after 9pm. To watch the women’s quarter final. In the end we watched about 40 min of tennis then went to our over priced hotel . A total waste of money. Melbourne park won’t see us again
Written January 27, 2024
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Dunnos
Christchurch92 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Couples
We love Rod Laver arena and the AO is an awesome event, but you can imagine our disappointment when we arrived at our seats and found the couple in front of us had wide brimmed hats. I mean it is really hard to look past people in front with wide brimmed hats. And it was the evening session!! I mean fair enough to wear a hat when you are in the sun but surely not at night. You wouldn’t wear a wide brimmed hat to the movies or a concert. Some people’s lack of self awareness in those situations is really disappointing and really ruined our experience especially for my wife who is already not the tallest and struggled to properly follow the rallies. The AO should look to discourage spectators who want to wear wide brimmed hats in the evening sessions.
Written January 25, 2025
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Kate C
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Business
Went with company after work, after waiting for 10 minutes, security was rude and wont let me go inside because there is a small spoon in my lunch box? While others with me are carrying sharp keys, perfume bottles, and different types of huge cameras and bags with metal on it. He said either throw away my belonging or cloak it. I walked out the line to the cloak room and staff told me there is a 15.20aud fee. Seriously. what the hell??? Inside was crowded and rooms didn’t have air con. Never coming back again
Written January 16, 2025
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Peanuts23kiwi
39 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Couples
Fantastic epic amazing it was so so good. Whether you love tennis or not there's plenty of entertainment for everyone. We had the best week and got to see big name players and up and coming future stars we had it all including epic nearly 6hr thriller with Andy Murray coming from behind so glad we were there to see this! If you haven't experienced AO then do yourself a favour and go! Can't wait to go back next year!
Written February 12, 2023
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