Home to football titans A.C. Milan and F.C. Internazionale since the mid-twentieth century, the San Siro is the ultimate sporting facility in Milan.
Practical details
- Name: San Siro Stadium
- Address: Piazzale Angelo Moratti, 20151 Milano MI, Italy
- Official website: www.sansirostadium.com
- Opening hours: On normal days, the San Siro stadium tour runs from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm, with the last tour beginning at 6:15 pm. During game or event days, the stadium visit times may change.
Tickets and prices
The Stadium Tour and Museum tickets are around €30 for adults or €23 for children under 14 years and elders over 65 years. Children under 6 years and the disabled enter for free.
Why should I visit?
If you’re a die-hard football fan, touring this stadium is an experience you don’t want to miss.
During a tour, you will see a selection of jerseys won by some of the legends who played for the Milan teams, visit the locker rooms, walk in the footsteps of champions in the players’ tunnel, and get an on-field view of the field from the pitch itself, sideline, and benches.
At the end of your tour, you can visit Italia 110 & Lode, an exhibition of original memorabilia by the Italian National Football team.
How to get to San Siro Stadium
Tram
Take the Route 16 tram, boarding at the tram station west of Piazza Duomo, you’ll get to the stadium in 30 minutes.
Metro
Take an M5 metro train from Duomo metro station, you’ll get to the stadium in a little under 20 minutes.
Taxi
Taking a taxi is in your best interest if you’re not necessarily near the boarding stations. Download the taxi app FREE NOW or hail a taxi at one of the many taxi ranks.
Background of San Siro Stadium
The San Siro was an initiative of the then AC Milan president, Piero Pirelli. Designed by the architect responsible for the Milan Central Station, Ulisse Stacchini, this stadium was officially opened on 19th September 1926.
A.C. Milan was the sole occupant of San Siro till 1945. They were joined by Inter that year, but Inter started playing its fixtures consecutively at the stadium two years later.
Over the years, the stadium has hosted four European finals, the most recent being the 2016 UEFA Champions League final between Spanish giants Real and Atletico Madrid, and two FIFA World Cups.
Who should visit?
The San Siro Stadium is the perfect destination for football lovers, especially on game days when supporters fill up the stadium. Please note that if it is a game day parts of the stadium tours won’t be available.
Should I book in advance?
You can purchase San Siro Stadium tour tickets at the stadium. Although this option is cheaper, it’s riskier as you’re not guaranteed to get a ticket.
Booking in advance is advisable. It guarantees your spot on a guided tour and helps you plan your time accordingly.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit San Siro stadium for a tour would be between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm. This period averages the lowest number of visitors.
For a match, try to reach the stadium at least an hour before kick-off. Doing so will ensure you have adequate time to get past the security gates, purchase your preferred snacks and drinks, and find your seat.
Is it accessible?
San Siro Stadium is accessible to all. To cater to disabled guests, it features up to 20 accessible toilets on the 1st tier of the stadium, 200 wheelchair-user spaces, 50 easy-access seating spaces, accessible parking spaces on Via Tesio in Park D, and a wheelchair-accessible gate.
Top tip for a first-time visitor
Prior to booking a tour to San Siro stadium, check out the events going on to note if the event may hinder you from getting the best experience. Also, note that online ticket holders skip the entrance queues.
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Disclaimer: prices and information are correct as of 14.06.2023 and may vary with time.
