Seven cities across Australia will host games at Men's Rugby World Cup 2027. Check them out below.
Sydney | Gadigal
Sydney | Gadigal is Australia’s gateway and its only truly global, multicultural city. With something for everyone, it boasts dynamic neighbourhoods that celebrate diversity, golden beaches and breathtaking National Parks, cutting-edge dining and retail, a vibrant arts scene, and an ever-evolving calendar of world-class events.
As the major events capital of the Asia Pacific, Sydney | Gadigal plays host to exclusive international sporting competitions, Australian premieres of blockbuster musicals, and an impressive lineup of cultural events, including the iconic Sydney Festival, Mardi Gras, Biennale of Sydney, and the world-renowned Vivid Sydney.
Brisbane | Meeanjin
With the iconic Brisbane River at its heart, Brisbane | Meeanjin has sport pulsing through its veins and sets the stage for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 like no other. Fans and teams will relish the famous atmosphere of ‘the cauldron’ – Australia’s premier rectangular stadium – just a short journey from the city centre via Brisbane’s iconic Caxton Street precinct.
Visitors can explore trendy cafés, lush parks and a vibrant arts scene, or venture further to discover epic islands, national parks and World Heritage rainforests. Idyllic spring temperatures see the city’s jacarandas trees burst into bloom and allow for plenty of outdoor exploration and enjoyment of the city’s attractions and alfresco dining.
Perth | Boorloo
Perth | Boorloo has successfully hosted sell out Bledisloe Cups, Wallabies' test matches and is the Australian home to the SVNS series. With weather as welcoming as its friendly locals, Australia’s sunniest capital city of Perth offers adventures for everyone. You can relax on one of Perth’s 19 pristine beaches, explore the historic and bohemian port city of Fremantle | Walyalup, swim with playful wild dolphins, or cruise to Rottnest Island to meet quokkas, the world’s happiest animal.
Add a thriving metropolis of luxury hotels, shopping precincts, rooftop bars and waterfront dining at Elizabeth Quay | Goomup, and it’s easy to see why Perth | Boorloo is where dream events happen.
Melbourne | Narrm
Melbourne | Narrm is a diverse city that knows how to live. A city that's jam-packed with things to see and do, from our roaring sports stadiums to our labyrinth of colourful laneways. Choose from high-end cuisine to basement rock gigs, plays, festivals and blockbuster sporting events – all happening across a city full of parks, gardens and historic architecture. There's always something exciting happening in Melbourne | Narrm, whatever your taste.
Explore historic arcades and laneways lined with fine dining restaurants, chic cafes, hidden bars and fashion boutiques or head to one of the many lush gardens throughout the city.
Adelaide | Tarntanya
Adelaide | Tarntanya, South Australia, is a vibrant hub of culture, flavours, events, and entertainment. Just an hour from the city, you’ll find world-renowned wine regions like McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills, perfect for indulging in premium wines. Back in the city, savour award-winning cuisine at top restaurants nestled in the heart of Adelaide | Tarntanya.
From the bustling Adelaide Central Market and the serene Adelaide Botanic Garden to pristine metropolitan beaches, there’s something for everyone in South Australia’s capital. For sports enthusiasts, the iconic Adelaide Oval RoofClimb offers breathtaking views and a unique way to explore the city’s rich sporting history.
Newcastle | Awabakal-Worimi
Newcastle | Awabakal-Worimi revolves around the water, whether you’re swimming in gem-like ocean pools, surfing reliably good waves, or just gazing out over the harbour from a scenic waterside perch. It is also Australia’s second-oldest colonial city, with bountiful cultural attractions taking you from the cosmopolitan heart of town – with its atmospheric neighbourhoods and historic sites – to buzzing new precincts distinguished by cutting-edge architecture and blazing street art.
Newcastle | Awabakal-Worimi is a two-hour drive north from Sydney | Gadigal along the Pacific Highway. Newcastle Airport is a 30-minute drive from the city centre, and there are regular daily flights from Sydney | Gadigal.
Townsville | Gurambilbarra
As the gateway to the wonders of North Queensland, Townsville | Gurambilbarra invites you to experience the thrill of Men’s Rugby World Cup against a backdrop of sun-kissed beaches and lush rainforests.
Visitors can explore the Great Barrier Reef’s clear waters and vibrant marine life or hop on a ferry to Magnetic Island for secluded beaches and wildlife encounters. October coincides with the start of the mango season and seafood lovers can indulge in a feast of freshly caught barramundi, coral trout and mud crab.