Santiago Bernabéu Stadium
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Real Madrid's home ground, rebuilt into a gleaming steel-skinned arena with a retractable pitch. The self-guided tour (from about €35) covers the trophy room, pitch-side views, and the museum. If you love football, it's a pilgrimage; if you don't, that's a steep ticket for a stadium walk — spend the money on the Prado instead.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon–Sat 09:00–19:00 Sun–Sun 09:30–18:30 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Metro Santiago Bernabéu (L10), at the stadium door |
| Time needed | 1-1.5 hours for the tour |
| Best time to go | Weekday mornings; check the fixture list — tours are cut short or closed on match days |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.3/10- Value6.0
- iconic8.0
- Freshness9.1
- Crowd level5.5
- Authenticity7.0
- Accessibility9.0
Frequently asked questions
- How do I get to the Bernabéu?
- Metro line 10 to Santiago Bernabéu station puts you directly outside. It's about 15 minutes from the centre; buses along Paseo de la Castellana work too. Don't drive — parking is miserable.
- What's changed since the Bernabéu renovation?
- Nearly everything: a new wraparound steel facade, a fixed roof, a 360-degree video board, and a retractable pitch that slides underground so the venue can host concerts and NFL games. It's now as much an events arena as a football ground.
- Can I watch a match at the Bernabéu?
- Yes — general-sale tickets for most La Liga games go up on realmadrid.com a couple of weeks out, typically from around €40-60 for lesser opponents and far more for big matches. Beware resale sites; buy official.
- How long does the Bernabéu tour take?
- Most people take 60-90 minutes, and there's no time limit once inside. Add time for the megastore, which is enormous and priced accordingly.
- What do you see on the Bernabéu tour?
- The trophy museum (all fifteen European Cups, yes), panoramic views over the pitch, the presidential box area, and interactive exhibits on the club's history. Dressing-room and tunnel access depends on which ticket you buy and the day's schedule.
- How much is the Bernabéu tour?
- The standard self-guided Tour Bernabéu runs about €35 for adults and €25 for kids 6-14 when booked online; guided versions with extra areas cost more, up to around €57. Under-5s go free. Book on realmadrid.com — third-party sites add markup.
- Is the Bernabéu tour open on match days?
- Partially — the tour runs a reduced route until about five and a half hours before kickoff, and pitch-view areas close first. Check Real Madrid's fixture list before booking; a Champions League week can scramble everything.
- Is the Bernabéu tour worth it if I'm not a Real Madrid fan?
- Honestly, only if stadiums themselves excite you — the renovated building is genuinely impressive and the trophy room is absurd. But €35 buys a lot elsewhere in Madrid. Football-curious kids tend to love it regardless.
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