Access restricted areas on a behind the scenes tour of the Melbourne Cricket Ground, explore the National Sports Museum, the Champions Racing Museum and Gallery and visit the Living Legends property. Built in 1853, The MCG has a marvelous history that compares favourably with any in the world. Known colloquially as the ‘G’, Australia’s favourite stadium is the birthplace of Test cricket and the home of Australian football, holding more than 80 events annually and attracting close to four million people. Delve further into the history of Australian sports at the National Sports. The collection has a wide focus and includes all sports played in Australia by our diverse set of communities. In the afternoon, visit the ‘Living Legends', host to the favourited retired champion racehorses and your opportunity to meet them.