Best Tennis Venues In Australia
October 7th, 2011 | 
Author: One of the top tennis venues in Australia is the Rod Laver Arena, formally known as Centre Court. It is part of the Melbourne Park complex in Melbourge, Australia. Since 1988, it has been the tennis Australian Open’s main venue. It got its current name in 2000 for Rod Laver, one of the world’s great tennis players who has won the Australian Open three times. The Arena seats 14,820 people and attracts more than 1.5 million visitors annually. The Arena sports a retractable roof, which allows competitors to play in a variety of weather conditions. In addition to tennis, the Arena hosts music concerts, super-crosses, conferences, WWE events, gymnastics, and ballets.
In addition to Rod Laver, Melbourne Park houses Hisense Arena, its second largest court, and three show courts, including the Margaret Court Arena. Margaret Court is another Australian tennis great who has won more Grand Slam titles than any other tennis player to date, male or female. Melbourne Park is right next to the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Yarra Park. The two areas are linked by several pedestrian bridges. The park is accessible by the Richmond and Jolimont railway stations as well as the tram (route 70). It just a 10 minute walk from the center of the city.
For those looking for accommodation near Rod Laver Arena, there are a number of hotels within 2 km that range from $100 to $200 per night, including Medina Executive Flinders Street, Rydges Melbourne, Punthill Manhattan, and Quest Southbank – Melbourne. Those looking for additional accommodation near Rod Laver Arena should consult www.quickbeds.com.
For anyone looking for something beyond a standard hotel, there are a number of options slightly further out, including apartments and bed and breakfasts.
Additional notable tennis venues in Australia include Queensland Tennis Centre, NSW Tennis Centre, Burswood Entertainment Complex, and Memorial Drive Park. There is a new tennis venue in construction in Perth, Australia called Perth Arena. With impressive features, it will be a sought after venue for sporting events and concerts. It is scheduled to open mid-2012.
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