Accessibility Information Accessibility Information

A free accessible car park is located at the Smithfield Road entry for patrons with DDA stickers. A wheelchair accessible shuttle bus departs regularly from this car park to take you to the main entry.  

RIDESHARE

Drop-off for patrons choosing to arrive at Flemington by rideshare is available at all three main Entrances (The Main Gate, The Elms Gate and The Hill Gate). Rideshare is a suitable option for drop-off only.  All patrons should consider other transport options before choosing rideshare for their trip home. The only designated rideshare pick-up zone will be located adjacent The Nursery, near The Birdcage pedestrian overpass.

LIMOUSINE / LICENSED HIRE CARS (VHA/B/C)

Limousines and licensed hire cars have access to drop off at all three main entrances. No limousines or hire cars are permitted to enter Flemington Racecourse without a pre-organised booking.

Members Car Park / Main Taxi Rank
All vehicles should enter via Stables Drive Entrance off Smithfield Rd. VHA/B/C cars and limousines returning at the end of the day to collect patrons will be directed to park in the limousine holding area within the main Members Car Park (Wetlands) and will be called down to the patron collection point when their client is ready to depart.

Riverbank Precinct
Access to The Elms Gate will be via a one-way road from Smithfield Road (at Lynch’s Bridge Entrance) to the designated drop-off area at the Riverbank Precinct, then exiting via a left
turn at Fisher Parade. VHA/B/C cars and Limousines returning at the end of the day to collect patrons will enter via Lynch’s Bridge Entrance and will be directed to the limousine holding area and will be called down to The Elms patron collection point when their client is ready to depart.

Hill Gate
Access to the designated drop-off area (adjacent the rear of VIP Carpark) is via Gate 7a of the Showgrounds off Langs Rd. VHA/B/C cars and limousines returning at the end of the day to collect patrons will be directed to a holding area within the Showgrounds located a short walk from the VIP carpark. Drivers will need to exit via Gate 7c and follow the one-way road down Leonard Crescent on to Fisher Parade.

Accessible taxi ranks are conveniently located at:

• The main taxi rank near the Phar Lap Statue via Stables Drive (entry via Smithfield Road)
• The Hill Gate via Leonard Crescent

To book an accessible taxi, contact:

• Central Booking Line: (03) 8413 7202
• Yellow Cabs: (03) 9277 3877
• CABiT: 13 22 22

Private Hire Vehicles and Uber
VHA/B & C cars and Rideshare services, including Uber, can access Flemington via Hill Gate (entry via Leonard Crescent).

Trains
All train services are wheelchair accessible. If you need assistance boarding, please wait near the front of the train on the platform.
Flemington Racecourse Train Station has access at platforms 1 and 2.

Trams
Extra tram services will run along Route 57. Please note, low-floor trams do not operate on Route 57, so passengers using mobility aids are advised to take the train to Flemington Racecourse.

Buses

• Route 472: Travel from Williamstown, Footscray, or Moonee Ponds to Fisher Parade, and enter via the Riverbank entrance.
• Route 404: Travel from Footscray or Moonee Ponds to Smithfield Road, and enter via the Stables Drive entrance.

For more information on Melbourne’s trains, trams, and buses, visit ptv.vic.gov.au or call 1800 800 007 (6am-midnight daily). TTY users can call (03) 9619 2727.

The recommended location for private drop off and collection is the Hill Gate entrance via Leonard Crescent.

Public Areas

All public areas are accessible. If you are seeking the most accessible route to your destination, the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival Digital Map will navigate you from A to B.

You can also enquire at one of the Information points at any main entry.

VRC Members & Corporate Hospitality

The Grandstand: Members with limited mobility can access Levels 1 (The Forum), 2 (The Atrium), 4 (The View), and 5 (The Peak) via the eastern lift from The Betting Ring. Level 1 (The Forum) is also accessible through the main entrance opposite the railway station.

Skyline Dining: Please request assistance in getting through the Grandstand from a member of staff, who will be able to contact the DAS Team.

Chairman's Club: Members and guests with limited mobility may enter via the Eastern lift in The Grandstand to Level 3 (Chairman's Club).

For assistance or more information, please reach out to Victoria Racing Club on 1300 727 575 prior to the Melbourne Cup Carnival, or a member of the Disability Assistance Support team when on course.

Public Areas

TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar: A limited amount of accessible viewing areas are available at the eastern end of the TAB Saintly Place Sports Bar.

Reserved Seating

The Hill Stand: Racegoers who have a reserved seat in The Hill Stand can access it via The Grandstand lifts.

VRC Members

The Grandstand Level 4, The View: Wheelchair bays available

The Club Stand Levels 1, 2 & 3: Wheelchair bays available

For a comprehensive view of accessible bathrooms on course and directions to each location, we recommend using the 2025 Melbourne Cup Carnival Digital Map. 

Public Areas 

• Horse Stalls/Parade Ring
• The Elms
• The Park
• Club Lawn
• Hill Road - on Railway Platforms 1 & 2 (Platform 2 accessed from Hill Gate)
• Eastern end of the Central Breezeway (female)
• Central Breezeway beside accessible lift
• Saintly Place/ Hill Square
• Front Lawn/ Breezeway - male toilet next to breezeway
• Flemington Heritage Centre and Eastern end of the Betting Ring 

VRC Members 

• The Nursery Car Park
• The Grandstand – Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
• The Club Stand - Levels 1, 2, 3 & 4
• Members Betting Ring
• Members Lawn 

Restaurants, Marquees, and Enclosures 

• Parade Lounge
• The Birdcage
• 350 Collective
• The Infield (TAB Clubhouse)
• The Terrace Restaurant
• The Hill Stand, Level 3 (outside The Skyline)
• The Grandstand - Accessible lifts to Levels 1 (The Forum), 2 (The Atrium), 4 (The View), and 5 (The Peak) from The Betting Ring.
• The Hill Stand - Access via western lift in The Grandstand to Level 4 (The View) and then dedicated wheelchair lift. Also accessible via Level 2 (The Atrium) through the Hill Stand Ground Level
• Chairman's Club - Access via the Eastern lift in The Grandstand to Level 3 (Chairman's Club) 

A Prayer Room is located for all patrons in The Park, opposite the Lawn Stand. A Prayer Room is also available in The Domain for staff and suppliers to utilise.

Friend in Me sensory spaces have been set up in The Park and The Nursery for patrons who need a break or chance to regulate.