Your Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia travel experience starts here.
The excitement is building as Australia gears up to host the 11th edition of Rugby World Cup in 2027. Australia will be the first nation to host the tournament three times, having previously co-hosted with New Zealand in 1987 and held it exclusively in 2003.
This upcoming Rugby World Cup is the centrepiece of a golden decade of rugby in Australia. The fixtures kick off with the British & Irish Lions series in 2025, followed by the men’s Rugby World Cup in 2027, the women’s Rugby World Cup in 2029, and the Olympics in 2032. In between these events, there will be plenty of other international fixtures and series to look forward to.
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Wallabies legend George Gregan could barely hide his excitement as the Rugby World Cup returns to Australian soil, hoping they can replicate the incredible ‘festival’ of 2003.
Australia is the perfect host nation for RWC 2027. Our diverse country is home to vibrant cities, picturesque coasts, lush hinterlands, ancient deserts and cultural experiences that will entice visitors from around the world. Mix in unique attractions, world-class cuisine, fine wines, and plenty of adventure destinations and the next Rugby World Cup promises to be the best yet. It’s also the perfect opportunity for Australians to explore their own backyard and support their team, whether it’s the Wallabies or another nation on the global stage.
Mark your calendars for October and November 2027, as host cities across the country prepare for this exciting event. Stay tuned for updates as they become available by joining the waitlist.
We look forward to welcoming you to Rugby World Cup 2027, which will be our 9th World Cup Campaign since 1995, off the back of Japan 2019 and France 2027 as an official travel agent.
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As we gear up for our ninth Rugby World Cup, it’s a journey that began back in 1995 in South Africa. Since then, we’ve had the privilege of helping thousands of fans explore the world, rally behind their teams, and experience first-hand rugby’s joyful camaraderie. We recently ventured to Japan in 2019 and France in 2023, and now we’re eagerly looking forward to welcoming familiar faces back to Australia in 2027.
For the 11th edition of the Rugby World Cup, we bring to the table decades of experience, attention to detail and expertise to present a range of travel options that we’re confident will entice you to join us on this rugby adventure, right in your own backyard.
Our team are already planning and formulating a range of packages and tours to get you there. All our travel products will include guaranteed official match tickets, luxury accommodations, and flexible travel services; covering everything from flights and transportation to travel insurance and unforgettable sightseeing experiences. For those seeking deeper immersion, we’ll be offering small group tours with exclusive functions, game-day experiences and more.
Australia 2027 is the perfect excuse to step out and explore your own backyard, whether it’s a staycation in your state, a long weekend getaway, or a few weeks of discovery in Australia, following the pool stages or knockout rounds.
Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia promises to unite the nation and presents a travel opportunity you don’t want to miss.
Secure your spot on the waitlist to be notified when more information is announced, and when packages and tours go on sale.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Glenn Hedley,
Director, Events Travel
There are 12 stadiums that will host RWC 2027 matches as follows:
| Stadium | City | State | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Queensland Stadium | Townsville | Queensland | 25,000 |
| Canberra Stadium | Canberra | Australian Capital Territory | 25,011 |
| Robina Stadium | Gold Coast | Queensland | 27,400 |
| Western Sydney Stadium | Parramatta | New South Wales | 30,000 |
| Newcastle International Sports Centre | Newcastle | New South Wales | 30,500 |
| Melbourne Rectangular Stadium | Melbourne | Victoria | 33,000 |
| Sydney Football Stadium | Moore Park | New South Wales | 45,000 |
| Docklands Stadium | Melbourne | Victoria | 47,000 |
| Lang Park | Brisbane | Queensland | 52,500 |
| Adelaide Oval | Adelaide | South Australia | 52,500 |
| Perth Stadium | Perth | Western Australia | 65,000 |
| Stadium Australia | Sydney | New South Wales | 83,500 |
12 teams have automatically qualified for RWC 2027 based on their RWC 2023 results. The remaining 12 teams will need to qualify. The qualified teams are:
| Region | Team | Qualification method | Previous best result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | South Africa | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (1995, 2007, 2019, 2023) |
| Asia | Japan | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (2019) |
| Europe | England | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (2003) |
| Europe | France | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Runners-up (1987, 1999, 2011) |
| Europe | Ireland | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (eight times) |
| Europe | Italy | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Pool stage (ten times) |
| Europe | Scotland | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Fourth place (1991) |
| Europe | Wales | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Third place (1987) |
| Oceania | Australia | Hosts | Champions (1991, 1999) |
| Oceania | Fiji | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (1987, 2007, 2023) |
| Oceania | New Zealand | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (1987, 2011, 2015) |
| South America | South America | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Third place (2007) |
Rugby World Cup 2027 Australia is confirmed to start 1 October 2027 and finish 13 November 2027.
Rugby World Cup 2027 will be hosted by Australia for the third time. They previously co-hosted with New Zealand in 1987 and held it exclusively in 2003.
In 1987, the first World Cup had 16 teams. The most recent World Cup in France had 20 teams. For Rugby World Cup 2027 in Australia there will be 24 teams. World Rugby and unions have made this change to increase the competitiveness of the global game in addition to increasing reach, impact and value of international rugby.
The next Rugby World Cup after 2027 in Australia will be Rugby World Cup 2031 in the United States. It will be the second World Cup to be held outside the traditional heartland of the sport, the first being Japan 2019 which was the biggest World Cup at the time.
Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets and packages will go on sale at different times. Official travel packages and tours will likely go on sale in 2025, approximately two years before the tournament begins, while tickets will go on sale approximately one year before the tournament begins.
There will be two ways to buy official Rugby World Cup 2027 tickets.
There are 12 stadiums that will host RWC 2027 matches as follows:
| Stadium | City | State | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Queensland Stadium | Townsville | Queensland | 25,000 |
| Canberra Stadium | Canberra | Australian Capital Territory | 25,011 |
| Robina Stadium | Gold Coast | Queensland | 27,400 |
| Western Sydney Stadium | Parramatta | New South Wales | 30,000 |
| Newcastle International Sports Centre | Newcastle | New South Wales | 30,500 |
| Melbourne Rectangular Stadium | Melbourne | Victoria | 33,000 |
| Sydney Football Stadium | Moore Park | New South Wales | 45,000 |
| Docklands Stadium | Melbourne | Victoria | 47,000 |
| Lang Park | Brisbane | Queensland | 52,500 |
| Adelaide Oval | Adelaide | South Australia | 52,500 |
| Perth Stadium | Perth | Western Australia | 65,000 |
| Stadium Australia | Sydney | New South Wales | 83,500 |
12 teams have automatically qualified for RWC 2027 based on their RWC 2023 results. The remaining 12 teams will need to qualify. The qualified teams are:
| Region | Team | Qualification method | Previous best result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa | South Africa | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (1995, 2007, 2019, 2023) |
| Asia | Japan | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (2019) |
| Europe | England | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (2003) |
| Europe | France | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Runners-up (1987, 1999, 2011) |
| Europe | Ireland | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (eight times) |
| Europe | Italy | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Pool stage (ten times) |
| Europe | Scotland | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Fourth place (1991) |
| Europe | Wales | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Third place (1987) |
| Oceania | Australia | Hosts | Champions (1991, 1999) |
| Oceania | Fiji | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Quarter-finals (1987, 2007, 2023) |
| Oceania | New Zealand | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Champions (1987, 2011, 2015) |
| South America | South America | Top 3 in 2023 RWC pool | Third place (2007) |
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