Real Madrid away day guide
Madrid, Spain
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Real Madrid are the most successful club in European football, with 15 European Cups and a stadium that has been transformed into one of the most futuristic venues in the world. The remodelled Santiago Bernabéu — with its retractable roof, sliding pitch and 360° LED ring — is now a destination in itself.
This guide covers how to get Real Madrid tickets, where to stay in Madrid, which airport to use and what to do around a Bernabéu matchday.
Stadium information
- Capacity
- 78,297
- Opened
- 1947 (rebuilt 2024)
- Address
- Av. de Concha Espina, 1, 28036 Madrid
The Bernabéu has always been more theatre than terrace. Big Champions League nights, however, still produce a wall of noise — particularly knockout ties.
Nearby airports
Madrid-Barajas Adolfo Suárez (MAD)
13 km / 15 min by metro (L8) or 25 min by taxi
Where to stay
Salamanca / Chamartín
Walking distance to the Bernabéu, upscale neighbourhood, easy metro.
Centro (Sol / Gran Vía)
Best for nightlife and food; 15-minute metro to the ground on line 10.
La Latina / Lavapiés
Tapas, character and a more local feel — short metro ride to the stadium.
Tickets
Real Madrid sell single-match tickets through their official site roughly 2-3 weeks before each game. Clásico fixtures and Champions League knockouts sell out fastest; mid-table La Liga and Copa games are usually available right up to kick-off.
VIP and hospitality packages, including the rooftop and pitch-side options inside the renovated stadium, are sold via Real Madrid's official partners.
Why visit the Bernabéu
The renovated Bernabéu is the most expensive stadium project in football history. The retractable roof, sliding pitch (so the bowl can host concerts and NFL games), and the 360° LED screen change what a stadium can feel like.
Combine that with 15 European Cups, and a fixture against any opponent in the Champions League knockout rounds is one of the great football trips in the world.
Matchday in Madrid
Take metro line 10 to Santiago Bernabéu station — the entrance is directly outside the stadium. Pre-match drinks happen all over the Chamartín / Salamanca district; the bars on Calle Padre Damián and Plaza de Lima are full on matchdays.
After the game, head down to the centre. Madrid eats late — restaurants in Malasaña, La Latina and Centro stay open until 1-2 am, even on a Sunday.
FAQs
How do I buy Real Madrid tickets?+
Use the official Real Madrid ticket site, which opens single-match sales 2-3 weeks before kick-off. Hospitality is available via official partners.
Which metro do I take?+
Line 10 to Santiago Bernabéu station — directly outside the stadium.
Where should I stay?+
Salamanca or Chamartín for walking access to the Bernabéu, Centro for the best food and nightlife.
Is the Bernabéu tour worth doing?+
Yes — the new tour includes the trophy room, dressing rooms, pitch walkway and the rooftop.
Can I combine Real Madrid and Atlético on the same weekend?+
Sometimes, depending on the fixture calendar. Plan around UCL dates to maximise chances of a double-header.
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