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Getting to the AO

Get set for the epic return of Australian Open 2023, from 16–29 January. The world’s favourite sports and entertainment event extends from Federation Square to Richmond Station, with favourites like Grand Slam Oval and Garden Square set to be bigger and better than ever. Plan your day ahead of time to be sure to get the most out of your AO23! 

You can view an interactive version of the map on the AO App. Download the app from the Apple or Google store and start exploring.

Transport Map        Event Map

Getting here

Gate opening times

Gate Date Day Night Twilight
City Entrance
- Garden Square Entrance
- Richmond Entrance
- Grand Slam Oval Entrance

16 - 27 January

10.00am
(16 - 25 January)
11.00am
(27 January)

5.00pm
(16 - 25 & 27 January)

10.00am
(26 January)

Patrons who have purchased a twilight session on 26 January can access the precinct from 10.00am

Garden Square Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy
- Grand Slam Oval Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy

16 - 27 January

10.00am
(16 - 25 January)
11.00am
(27 January)

4.00pm
(16 - 25 & 27 January)

10.00am
(26 January)

Patrons who have purchased a twilight session on 26 January can access the precinct from 10.00am

City Entrance
- Garden Square Entrance
- Richmond Entrance
- Grand Slam Oval Entrance

28 January

 

 

11.00am

Patrons who have purchased a twilight session can access the precinct from 11.00am

Garden Square Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy
- Grand Slam Oval Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy

28 January

 

 

11.00am

Patrons who have purchased a twilight session can access the precinct from 11.00am

City Entrance
- Garden Square Entrance
- Richmond Entrance
- Grand Slam Oval Entrance

29 January

 

 

2.00pm

Garden Square Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy
- Grand Slam Oval Partner & Premium Experience Entrance presented by Marriott Bonvoy

29 January

 

 

2.00pm

 

Ace your day

Small bag

Small bags are fine at AO23, as long as they are able to be stored under your seat.  

Cloaking and lockers

There is no cloaking at AO23. There are lockers available for hire – see the Event Map for locations.  

Hydration and sun smart

The Aussie summer and the AO can be hot! Be sure to apply sunscreen, wear a hat and keep hydrated at the water stations. 

Digital tickets

Download tickets to your mobile device and forward them to each attendee in your party. Collector ticket holders must present their physical tickets.

Plan your journey

Plan your visit to get the most out of AO23. Download the AO App from the Apple or Google store today to start your story!

Cashless

AO23 is a cashless event, please ensure you have a cashless form of payment prior to arriving.  

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