Australian Open 2023

Melbourne Park map (to be updated for AO2023)

Fast facts

• The first match ever played at Australian Open (1905) was played on a cricket field, which has since been converted into a Tennis Centre – Albert Tennis Centre
• Upwards of 50,000 tennis balls are used over the two-week tournament
• AO Racquet stringers use over 60kms of string throughout the tournament, restringing upwards of 5000 racquets
• Over 700 journalists and photographers cover the tournament, with more than 100 press conferences taking place

Schedule

All packages include Upper Baseline tickets by default. These are the best seats available in the Upper Level. From here, you can upgrade to Lower Level tickets and Super Row tickets (limited availability) to be even closer to the action.

You can also add additional tickets to your package (Grounds Passes, Margaret Court Arena and Melbourne Arena tickets.)

Grounds Passes

A Grounds Pass ticket gives you access to Melbourne Park from 10am, where you can watch play on the outer courts and non-reserved courts, as well as enjoy entertainment and many other attractions.

Reserved tickets

If you have a reserved ticket for any of the three main arenas, including Rod Laver Arena, you get access to Melbourne Park and access to your reserved seat in the arena on a per session basis. If you have a DAY session, the arena is emptied and cleaned between sessions, but you can still stay within Melbourne Park. If you have a NIGHT session, you can only get access to Melbourne Park in the late afternoon and your reserved seat in the arena when the session begins. See entry times on the schedule.

Seating maps

RLA Seating Map

On request:

Margaret Court Arena seating map
Melbourne Arena seating map
Melbourne Park venue map

Ticket upgrades

For ticket upgrade prices, please see the individual package pages for bundle pricing (to upgrade all tickets in the package.)

To upgrade individual tickets (e.g. one of three), please request a quote from a Travel Consultant.

• If you want to see your favourite players up close and personal then opt for a first week package. This is a great option to enjoy the best of Melbourne Park, where seeded and non-seeded players can be seen on outer courts and warm-up courts, accessible with a Grounds Pass or reserved ticket on Rod Laver Arena or other arenas.
• Second week packages are where you’ll see the biggest matches – a Rod Laver Arena reserved ticket is a must.
• If you have a DAY session reserved ticket, after the session concludes, you can remain in Melbourne Park to enjoy the evening festivities and action on the outer courts. If you choose a reserved ticket for the NIGHT session, you can only arrive after 5:00 pm, so if you want to explore Melbourne Park by day, add a Grounds Pass to your package. Grounds passes give you access to Melbourne Park, outer courts and warm-up courts.
• If you’re looking for a premium experience, entertaining friends, colleagues or clients, add a Premium Experience to your package. From AO Dining experiences and Behind The Scenes tours to Rod Laver Arena walk-on experiences there are many options to level-up your AO experience.

Melbourne

Melbourne is a dynamic cosmopolitan city both stylish and forward-thinking, yet laid back and care free. The city is renowned for creative arts, world-class dining, amazing galleries, cafes, shops and spectacular sports and events. In the CBD, you will find hidden laneways brimming with street art, while just north you’ll find bohemian shopping strips and some of the best Italian food outside of Italy. Just outside the CBD, a short stroll or free tram ride away, is the world-famous MCG and Melbourne Park, host of the Australian Open. Intrepid travellers will adore this city for the endless opportunities that await; just one or two hours away lie wineries, National Parks, alpine towns and coastal roads. Melbourne has something for everyone and is the perfect host for your dream Grand Slam experience.

Climate

January is summer in Melbourne. Average highs are 26ºC and lows are 19ºC. Rainfall is limited and you can expect hot sunny days. We recommend choosing shaded seats for day sessions and Lower Bowl seats for night sessions. On exceptionally hot days, Rod Laver Arena’s roof will be closed and the arena will be air-conditioned, so there’s nothing to be concerned about; it’s all part of the summer tennis experience!

Customised packages

Create your own customised package from scratch or add extra travel services to an existing package. Customised packages are available for individuals, groups and corporates.

Request a quote today.

Extra travel services

Flights: Fly from all domestic cities and major international hubs on all carriers with stop-overs and multi-flight journeys available. We ticket flights in-house as an IATA Agency, accessing the best available fares and managing your flight itinerary from start to finish.

Accommodation: Whether you’re after a hotel, apartment or private rental, we’ve got access to leading hotels, contracted rates and can help select the right hotel for you. Extra nights and room upgrades available on request.

Transport: We can provide transport solutions for individuals and groups. Whether it’s as simple as car hire or an airport transfer, or more complex with coaches and multi-day trips, we’ve got your transport needs covered.

Sightseeing: Often the best attractions sell out well in advance. If you have a must-see experience, it pays to book early and add tickets to your initial booking. We can also book day trips and multi-day tours with our partners.

Travel insurance: We recommend travel insurance for all trips big or small. We’ve partnered with Cover-More to offer comprehensive travel insurance policies so you’re covered. Australian residents can make use of our 15% off base policy discount.

FAQs

Please refer to the brochure for FAQs.

Terms

Full Booking Terms and Conditions.

Summary of important terms listed below:

• Prices are listed per person in AUD.
• Prices and availability are subject to change at any time.
• All payments are non-refundable in case of cancellation (we strongly recommend all customers purchase travel insurance at the time of booking.)
• Changes to bookings may incur amendment fees per change, plus any applicable fees from suppliers (e.g. airlines).
• Extra travel services may be subject to different payment requirements to be confirmed on quoting.
• Full cancellation applies.
• There are no refunds for unused services.
• Events Travel are IATA, ATAS and AFTA accredited and members of ASTA and IAGTO.
• Images are used for marketing purposes only and are not a representation of the event and your actual travel experience and are used as a comparative representation only.
• Content and information contained within this product brochure was accurate at the time of publishing, however may be out of date at any time after.
• Events Travel is an Official Travel Agent for Australian Open and Tennis Australia, authorised to sell travel packages with official tickets.

Payments

Deposit to confirm your booking is 20%, plus any ticket upgrades in full. Balance of your booking is due by 17 Nov, 2022.

If your booking includes extra travel services, different payment terms may apply.

Payment methods

We accept bank transfers, credit card payments and cheques. For domestic bank transfers to our Australian bank account there are no fees. For international bank transfers to our Australian bank account, there is a $20 transaction fee. We accept payment via Visa and Mastercard with a 1.5% merchant fee. Payment instructions will provided after booking.

COVID-19 Guarantees

Full details of our COVID-19 Guarantees can be found within our Booking Terms and Conditions.

If the event is cancelled, postponed or held without spectators, all customers will be able to change their booking to the following year without penalty, hold money paid as credit towards a future Events Travel booking or can choose to cancel and receive a full refund less a $95 pp administration fee. New packages offered may not be identical and other terms apply.

Travel insurance

We recommend all customers purchase travel insurance at the time of booking to cover the duration of their trip and for every trip whether domestic or international.

We recommend and can issue policies with Cover-More, but you can purchase a policy from any other provider you like, please be sure to check that the relevant PDS documents meet your needs prior to purchasing.

If you would like a quote from Cover-More, we need your departure/return travel dates and each travellers date of birth as well as any pre-existing medical conditions. After receiving this we will send you through a quote and more information for you to accept. After accepting we will send you an invoice to make payment and issue your policy through Cover-More. Please read through the Cover-More PDS documents available on request and for COVID-19 cover please see pages 72-80.

Please note, we are not authorised or able to provide any health or travel insurance advice, we can only provide general advice. We are acting only as a sales agent for Cover-More and are not directly affiliated in any way. We can only issue travel insurance policies through Cover-More to Australian residents. Please also note that Cover-More do not provide COVID-19 cover for close contacts who have to isolate. If you have a medical issue or concern we recommend that you consult with your doctor prior to travelling.