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About Royal Melbourne Golf Club
The Royal Melbourne Golf Club, located on Cheltenham Road in Black Rock (Victoria 3193), is one of Australia's premier golf venues, renowned for hosting major championships such as the Presidents Cup and recent Australian Opens, including the 2025 edition. With the West Course designed by Alister MacKenzie and the East Course by count Russell, plus a Composite Course used for major events, RMGC delivers a prestigious backdrop for spectators and players alike. While there isn’t a public seating chart, spectators view from on-course roped areas, with grandstands, viewing platforms, and hospitality spaces positioned to maximize sightlines during big events.
Whether you’re planning to attend a tournament day or simply visiting the club, this page covers seating options, parking and transport specifics, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you secure your seats with ease. Think of us as your friendly connection in the market—we've got you covered for a straightforward ticket experience at RMGC.
Venue details: Royal Melbourne Golf Club sits in Black Rock, part of Melbourne's southern bayside area. The West Course (MacKenzie) and East Course (Russell) provide complementary layouts for top-level competition, and the Composite Course handles major-event configurations. For major events, expect large crowds—Australian Open daily attendance has reached around 33,400, with multi-day totals exceeding 100,000. On the day of play, seating is primarily on-course roped areas, with accessible grandstands and hospitality zones.
Parking and transport: There is no onsite spectator parking at RMGC. Guests typically park at Sandy Golf Links via Tulip Street and use a dedicated offsite shuttle for major events. The nearest rail is Cheltenham Station on the Frankston Line, with free shuttle services operating between Cheltenham Station and the course during major events. This makes rail access a convenient choice for travelers coming from Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.
Nearby hotels and dining: For lodging, Beaumaris Bay Motel is a convenient option about 4 km from RMGC, with additional Melbourne-area hotels accessible near Cheltenham and Sandringham. When you’re ready to dine, there are multiple nearby cafes and restaurants in the Cheltenham and Sandringham areas offering a range of cuisines. For guests seeking curated recommendations, we highlight partner hotels and restaurants that frequently accommodate event attendees and offer reliable arrangements for trophy-hunters and spectators alike.
Tip: If you’re securing tickets, consider preferred partner recommendations for hotels and dining to streamline your trip—we’re here to help you find convenient stays and easy dining to complement your event day at RMGC.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: The Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Cheltenham Road, Black Rock (Victoria 3193), Australia.
- Courses: West Course (MacKenzie), East Course (Russell), plus a Composite Course used for major events.
- Notable events hosted: Presidents Cup (1998, 2011, 2019) and Australian Open (recent editions, including 2025).
- Seating/chart: No public seating chart; viewing is via on-course roped areas, with grandstands/viewing platforms and hospitality areas for big events.
- Capacity: Highest crowds at RMGC for the Australian Open have reached about 33,400 on a single day (2025 data); four-day attendance can exceed 100,000. Parking: No onsite spectator parking; parking is at Sandy Golf Links via Tulip Street; offsite shuttle from Cheltenham Station.
- Transit: Nearest rail is Cheltenham Station (Frankston Line); free shuttle services run between Cheltenham Station and the course for major events.
- Nearby hotels: Options include Beaumaris Bay Motel (about 4 km away); other Melbourne-area hotels are available near Cheltenham/Sandringham.
- Renamed/demolished: The club has not been demolished or renamed.