ARSENAL STADIUM TOURS ULTIMATE GUIDE
Open: Mon-Sat: 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sundays: 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Time Needed: 3 hours
Price: £30
From tours hosted by famous football legends to a self-guided audio tour that lets you explore Emirates Stadium at your own pace, it’s no wonder the Arsenal Stadium Tour has become such a popular attraction for sports fans visiting London.
The origins of Arsenal Football Club date back to 1886, but over the years, the team has experienced many name and location changes. Arsenal FC moved to the Emirates Stadium in Holloway in 2006, the same year the stadium was officially opened to the public.
With 60,260 seats, the Emirates Stadium cost an impressive £390 million to complete. The stadium is also home to the Arsenal Museum, featuring two video theatres and 20 large displays dedicated to the history of Arsenal FC.
Arsenal Stadium Tours Highlights
There are four different Arsenal Stadium Tours to choose from, which include:
- Stadium Tour: Visitors can wander through the Emirates Stadium at their own pace with audio handsets available in 10 languages. The tour includes access to the Directors’ Box, both home and away changing rooms, the Players’ Tunnel, the pitchside, and areas typically off-limits to the public.
- Take to the Pitch Tour: This tour allows visitors to step onto the pitch and take part in pre-match drills, experiencing what players do before a match. Visitors need to bring their own football boots and shin pads.
- Legends Tour: Led by former Arsenal players like Charlie George, Nigel Winterburn, and Perry Groves, this tour includes a guided walk around the Emirates Stadium. The legends answer questions about their playing days, take photos with visitors, and may even share their thoughts on the current team.
- VIP Legends Experience: This 4-hour private tour with Nigel Mitchell includes a stadium tour, lunch, and a meeting with a legendary Arsenal player.
Complimentary access to the Arsenal Museum is included in all the experiences.
Special Tips
In the past, some people have complained that the self-guided audio tour was a bit impersonal, as there is no one to really guide you around the stadium (although members of staff are always at hand to answer your questions). So if you're a true-blue hardcore Arsenal fan, it may be worth the money to upgrade to a personalized tour.
If you plan on taking a tour on a match day, be aware that the Arsenal Stadium can get incredibly busy both before and after the game. To avoid the crowds and if you plan on using the underground, try going to the Finsbury Park, Highbury, and Islington stations instead.
A visit to this stadium might be the perfect conclusion to a free walking tour around London with a local guide.
Getting There
Address: Hornsey Rd, London N7 7AJ, United Kingdom.
By Tube: The nearest station is Arsenal station, which is a three-minute walk away. Other nearby stations include Finsbury Park, Highbury & Islington, which are around a ten-minute walk away.
By coach: There are coach parking sites located on Queensland Road and Hornsey Road, which are a few minutes' walk away from the stadium.
By Bus: You can reach Emirates Stadium via routes 4, 19, 29, 43, 91, 106, 153, 236, 253, 254, 259, 263, 271, and 393. There are bus stops located at Holloway Road, Nag's Head, Seven Sisters Road, Blackstock Road and Highbury Corner.
By car: Be aware that only car owners with resident's permits are allowed to park on the streets near the stadium.
Visiting The Arsenal Stadium Tours
For the Stadium Tour, no pre-booking of time and dates is required, and the tickets can be used anytime within three months from the date of purchase. The stadium has disabled facilities, including lift access to all levels.
On the Take to the Pitch Tour, visitors need to bring their own football boots: moulded boots or astroturf trainers are accepted; no boots with studs, screw-ins, or blades are allowed. The experience lasts approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, with 40 minutes spent on the pitch. Advanced booking is required, and this experience is non-refundable.
The Legends Tour tickets must be booked in advance and visitors should arrive at the tour entrance ten minutes before the departure time. Tickets can be cancelled and refunded up to 7 days before the tour date.
For the VIP Legends Experience, limited dates are released throughout the year, and advanced booking is necessary.
Ticket prices and Opening hours
The Stadium Tour opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (last entry at 5:00 p.m.) and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last entry at 3:00 p.m.). Note that on some days, there are events that may close certain areas.
For the Stadium Tour, ticket prices cost:
- £30 for adults
- £25 for seniors over 65, students and disabled persons
- £20 for children between 5-15
- Free for children under the ages of 5
- Group bookings of 15 or more people will receive a 10% discount off ticket costs.
For the Take to the Pitch Tour, tickets generally cost:
- £150 for adults
- £100 for children between 6-15
For the Legends Tour, ticket prices cost:
- £50 for adults
- £40 for seniors over 65, students and disabled persons
- £30 for children between 5-15
- Free for children under the ages of 5
For the VIP Legend Experience, ticket price costs £375 for adult over age of 16.
If you want to visit the Museum without going on a tour, tickets cost:
- £10 for adults
- £7 for children under the ages of 16
- £8 for seniors over 65 and students
- Free for children under the ages of five
- Group bookings of 15 or more people will receive a 10% discount
The Museum’s opening hours are:
- 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday (with last entry at 6:15 p.m.)
- 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sundays (with last entry at 4:15 p.m.)
- 10:00 a.m. to one hour before-kick off time on Match Days.
Souvenir programmes are also available for £4.69 - £5.69. For more information, check out their official website.
If you want to visit the Emirates Arsenal Stadium, you might want to consider checking out the numerous free tours in London that operate daily.
