Premier League away days
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The Premier League is the most-watched football league in the world. 20 clubs play 380 matches between August and May, with travelling supporters following their teams across England and Wales every week.
This guide covers how to plan a Premier League trip — when to come, which clubs are easiest for tickets, and how to make the most of weekend football in England.
Stadium information
- Capacity
- Old Trafford 74,310 (largest) · Bournemouth Vitality 11,329 (smallest)
- Opened
- Multiple eras — from Anfield (1884) to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (2019)
Premier League grounds combine modern infrastructure with traditional matchday culture — wide range of atmospheres from Anfield's Kop to Brighton's modern Amex.
Nearby airports
London Heathrow (LHR)
Hub for London-area clubs
Manchester (MAN)
Hub for Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield clubs
Birmingham (BHX)
Hub for West Midlands clubs
Where to stay
City centres
Almost every Premier League city has a compact, walkable centre with good transport to its ground.
Near stadium districts
Stay near the ground for an immersive matchday — Anfield, Stretford, Tottenham, etc.
Tickets
Top-six clubs (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Man City, Man Utd, Tottenham) operate membership ballots and rarely have public sale. Mid-table and recently promoted clubs (Brentford, Fulham, Bournemouth, Crystal Palace) are more accessible.
Hospitality through each club's official site is the most reliable way to guarantee a Premier League ticket as a visiting fan.
The Premier League calendar
The season runs August to May, with 380 league matches plus FA Cup, EFL Cup and European fixtures. Boxing Day football (26 December) is a long-standing English tradition and one of the best travel weekends of the year.
International breaks (September, October, November, March) pause the league. Plan around those — and around the festive period — when booking flights.
Which club to visit first
If you want atmosphere, target Anfield, St James' Park (Newcastle) or Villa Park. For modern facilities, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Etihad and the Amex (Brighton). For history, Old Trafford, Goodison Park (until Everton's move) and Anfield.
Lower-priced tickets are usually at recently promoted clubs and the newer London stadiums (Brentford, Fulham). Cup ties are also a more affordable way into big-club grounds.
FAQs
When does the Premier League season run?+
August to May, with a winter break and international breaks built in.
How do I get Premier League tickets?+
Memberships unlock club ballots; hospitality on official sites is the easiest guaranteed-seat option.
Which is the biggest Premier League ground?+
Old Trafford (Manchester United) at 74,310.
What's the best Premier League weekend to plan a trip?+
Boxing Day (26 December), the festive period or a derby weekend.
Can I combine multiple Premier League games in one trip?+
Yes — staggered kick-offs on Saturdays and Sundays usually allow two matches in a weekend.
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Plan your Premier League trip
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