Why go

For football fans the Santiago Bernabéu is a pilgrimage. Home of Real Madrid since 1947 and named after the club president who built it, the stadium has been transformed by a major rebuild, with a new steel skin and a retractable roof. The Tour Bernabéu lets you walk through the stands, the museum and, on most days, the players’ areas of one of the most famous grounds in the world.

You do not need to be a Real Madrid supporter to enjoy it. The scale of the stadium, the views from the top tier and the sheer number of trophies make it one of the most visited attractions in the city.

What to see

  • The panoramic view. The tour opens high in the stands with a view across the whole bowl.
  • The museum. Interactive and audiovisual displays on the club’s history, with legendary players and great nights recreated on screen.
  • The trophy room. Row upon row of silverware, including the club’s European Cups and Champions League trophies.
  • The changing rooms and tunnel. Where the players prepare, open on most days.
  • The benches. Sit pitchside in the dugout, when the area is open.
  • The shop. The tour ends at the official club store.

Plan your visit

The tour runs every day of the year except 25 December and 1 January. From Monday to Saturday it opens from 9am to 7pm, and on Sundays and public holidays from 9.30am to 6.30pm. On match days it closes 5 hours 30 minutes before kick-off, and some areas, such as the changing rooms and benches, can be closed on other days for events or maintenance. Check the official calendar for your date before you book.

Prices change with demand. The classic self-guided tour starts at €37 online and €40 at the ticket office. A flexible-time ticket, which lets you turn up at any time on the day, starts at €44 but is not available at weekends, on holidays or on match days. Guided tours start at €56 online. Booking online is cheaper and guarantees your slot.

Allow about an hour and a half to two hours, including the shop. Arrive a few minutes before your time slot, and travel light. The route has many staircases, so check the accessibility information if you have reduced mobility.

Seeing a match

Match tickets are sold by the club and are separate from the tour. La Liga kick-off times are often confirmed only a week or two ahead, so keep your plans flexible if you hope to see a game.

Getting there

Metro line 10 to Santiago Bernabéu station leaves you beside the stadium on the Paseo de la Castellana, about 15 minutes from Sol by Metro with one change, or a direct ride from Tribunal or Plaza de España.

Nearby

The stadium sits in the business district along the Castellana. The Museo Sorolla, the former home of the painter Joaquín Sorolla, is a short Metro ride or a 25-minute walk away, and the shops of the Salamanca district are to the south. If you are in town for a while, Atlético de Madrid’s Metropolitano stadium, on the eastern edge of the city, also runs tours.