Pubs to watch Sport in Melbourne

Sport in Melbourne

Where to cheer, drink, eat and soak in the atmosphere—all in Melbourne style.

1. P. J.O’Brien’s – Southbank

This beloved Irish pub has been a Melbourne fixture for nearly 30 years. Expect warm hospitality, live music Tue–Sun, and classic pub meals paired with Guinness flowing, whisky, beer, and a curated wine list.
Watch live AFL, NRL & more sport on our screens around the venue, settle into P.J.O’Brien’s.

2. Hophaus – Southbank

Riverside, modern, relaxed. Hophaus offers sweeping views of the Yarra and a contemporary beer‑hall style experience. Footy action on big screens, while you set yourself up among beer garden tables with city views.
Perfect for fans who want a footy day out with atmosphere, a range of draught beers worldwide to choose from, and the warmth of a great riverside location—a great spot to watch the AFL & NRL Grand Finals.

3. Temperance Hotel – South Yarra

A South Yarra local pub with a chilled, friendly vibe. Known for its solid pub meals (Parma nights, Sunday roasts), beer garden and curb side seating, & pub friendly atmosphere. 
Watch the AFL & NRL and more live at Temperance in a relaxed pub setting.

4. Ludlow Bar – Southbank

A buzzy, riverside venue with city & river views, beer garden terrace, and a public bar where you can watch AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens bar side.
Enjoy the game then kick back at Ludlow Bar and enjoy a meal and drinks with friends.

5. The Precinct Hotel – Richmond

A vibrant spot in Richmond, close to the Melbourne Sports Precinct.  Live sport across multiple screens, great atmosphere and classic pub energy.  Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.
Close enough for friends heading to the MCG stop in for a pre‑ or post‑game pint, and be in the heart of footy‑fan territory at The Precinct Hotel.

Where to cheer, drink, eat and soak in the footy atmosphere—all in Queensland style.

1. P.J.O’Brien’s Irish Pub – Cairns

P.J.O’Brien’s Irish Pub is your go to traditional Irish pub, beer gardens, footy on screens, cold pints of Guinness & local beers, pub food & friendly crowd.  Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.

2. The Crown Hotel – Cairns

The Crown Hotel offers all‑day live sport, a true Aussie pub atmosphere with beers and cheers. Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.

3. The Pier Bar – Cairns

Join us at The Pier Bar perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.

4, 5 & 6. Rattle n Hum Bar & Grill – Cairns, Palm Cove, Port Douglas

At any one of our Rattle n Hum Bar & Grill locations enjoy Pizza, Casual dining, live sport and lively ambiance.  Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.

7. Paddy’s Irish Pub – Port Douglas

Another crowd favourite traditional Irish pub, Paddy’s Irish Pub offers beer gardens, footy on screens, cold pints of Guinness & local beers, pub food & friendly crowd.  Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.

8. Beaches Bar & Grill – Airlie Beach

Beaches Bar & Grill offers live sport, footy fever with a coastal twist.  Perfect for watching AFL & NRL and heaps more local & International Sport on our screens.