Visit Santiago Bernabéu Stadium: one of Spain's greatest sport venues

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium Tours and Museum

The Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is one of the most prestigious stadiums in Europe and the home ground of Real Madrid football club. Many world-class teams have competed on its hallowed turf.

First built in 1947, the stadium, set in the Chamartín district nowadays, is named after legendary former player and team president Santiago Bernabeu, and is one of the most famous football stadiums in the world. It is one of the only stadium in Europe that has hosted a UEFA Champions League Final in 2010, and part of the Copa Libertadores Finals in 2018. 

Over the decades, the stadium has hosted many events besides football. It has been the venue for iconic performances from huge musical acts, including U2, Bruce Springsteen, and the Rolling Stones. Taylor Swift herself performed there as part of her Eras Tour. 

Moreover, American football made its debut at the Santiago Bernabéu in November 2025 with a game between the Miami Dolphins and the Washington Commanders, marking a significant moment as the stadium hosted this sport for the very first time.

Table of contents

• Santiago Bernabeu´s Tour and Museum
• Catching a Match
• The New Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
• Frequently Asked Questions

Santiago Bernabeu´s Tour and Museum

The Santiago Bernabéu stadium has approximately 80,000 seats for fans, and many games played here have full attendance. The attendance figures reveal that an average of 75,000 fans attend Real Madrid games , the second-highest average in Spain's La Liga after FC Barcelona's Camp Nou.

The club also provides guided tours of the Bernabéu stadium, which include a walk around the pitch and a glimpse of the trophy room and dressing rooms, as well as the tunnel, dugouts, and technical areas.

Also located at the Bernabéu Stadium is the Real Madrid museum, a journey through the great club's triumphant history. Highlights of note include 15 European Cup wins as well as plentiful domestic honors. The museum is full of cups and trophies that Real Madrid teams, including its basketball teams, have won in bygone eras. Admission to the museum is included as part of the Real Madrid stadium tour. The museum also features sweeping views of the entire stadium.

Catching a Match at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

If you wish to witness the Bernabéu in its full glory, you need to get a ticket for a Real Madrid game. Tickets are snapped up quickly, and prices vary depending on the stadium stand and from game to game. We recommend you to book in advance to get the best offer. 

Big-time matches are hosted here regularly, including the Clasico against Barcelona, Derbi (vs. Atletico Madrid), UEFA Champions League games, and even World Cup qualifying matches can be seen here when the Spanish National team plays in Madrid. 

The New Santiago Bernabéu Stadium 

Planning your trip to Madrid? Check out our special package including a tour of the stadium, or our best city center hotels in Madrid.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best way to watch a football match at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium?

Tickets to matches are available online or at the stadium itself. They sell fast, so plan ahead and purchase your tickets as early as you can. 

How do I get to Santiago Bernabéu Stadium?

The easiest way is by metro. Take line 10 to the Santiago Bernabéu station.

When can I visit the Real Madrid Museum?

The stadium is open most days, off-season or not. The best time to visit the museum is during the day when there is no match scheduled.