Home of Manchester City, with a tour of the players' areas, tunnel, pitchside and the club museum.
The Etihad Stadium, on the Etihad Campus in East Manchester, is the home ground of Manchester City Football Club and one of the largest club stadiums in England. The Stadium and Club Tour takes visitors behind the scenes of a Premier League venue. A typical route includes the players' tunnel and dressing rooms, the dugouts and the pitchside seats, the press conference room and the stadium's viewing areas, with a guide explaining the club's history and the stadium's transformation from the 2002 Commonwealth Games athletics venue into a football ground. The City Football Academy lies nearby on the same campus, and the surrounding Etihad Campus includes the club shop and the Manchester City museum displays covering trophies, kits and memorabilia from the club's history. The tour takes about 90 minutes to two hours and runs in the daytime on most days, but it does not operate on match days, so booking ahead for a non-match date is essential. Adult tickets start at about £25, with child tickets at about £15, though prices vary by season and tour type. Morning tours tend to be less crowded, and match-day weeks may have limited availability. Visitors interested in photography will find the pitchside seats and the tunnel the most popular viewpoints, and cameras are normally permitted on the tour. The Etihad Campus tram stop on the Metrolink is a three-minute walk from the stadium and about 15 minutes by tram from Piccadilly station, making this a straightforward half-day trip from the city centre. Football fans of any allegiance generally find the tour a good introduction to how a modern top-flight club operates. Supporters of other clubs are welcome, and guides usually mix club history with stories about players, managers and famous matches played here. The club shop sells shirts and souvenirs, and the surrounding campus has food outlets for a meal before or after the tour. Visitors should arrive about fifteen minutes early to collect tickets and pass through the entrance checks.
| Admission | Adult Stadium and Club Tour from about £25 (~$34) for adults · Child About £15 (~$20) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Tours usually run daily in the daytime; no tours on match days; book ahead |
| Typical visit | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time | Non-match days, morning |
| Getting there | Metrolink to Etihad Campus (3-minute walk); about 15 minutes by tram from Piccadilly |
| Address | Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF |
Location
Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF
53.4831, -2.2004 View on map
Highlights
- Walk through the players' tunnel and visit the dressing rooms
- Sit pitchside and in the dugouts of a Premier League stadium
- Club museum displays of trophies, kits and memorabilia
- Learn how a 2002 Commonwealth Games venue became a football ground
Tips for visiting
- Book in advance; tours do not run on match days.
- Choose a morning slot on a non-match day for smaller groups.
- Take the Metrolink to Etihad Campus, about 15 minutes from Piccadilly.
- Check the website for current prices and tour variations.
- Allow around two hours including time in the club shop.
When to visit
Mornings on non-match days are quietest. Avoid match days, when tours do not run.
Accessibility
The stadium is designed with step-free routes and lifts, and the tour is generally suitable for wheelchair users. Visitors should contact the club ahead of booking to confirm arrangements.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does the stadium tour take?
The Stadium and Club Tour typically lasts 90 minutes to two hours.
Are tours available on match days?
No, tours do not run on match days, so visitors should check the fixture list before booking.
Is it worth it for kids?
Children who follow football usually enjoy the tunnel and pitchside, and child tickets cost less than adult tickets.
Is photography allowed?
Photography is generally allowed on the tour for personal use, though restrictions may apply in some areas.