During your stay in Barcelona, would you like to visit Camp Nou? Dive into the world of FC Barcelona through the visit of one of the most mythical stadiums in the world!
The largest stadium in Europe and the third largest stadium in the world, Camp Nou is a must-see during your stay in the Catalan capital! Barça resident club, it is the scene of many international games, including several Champions League finals. Outside the game days, visitors have the opportunity to visit Camp Nou through a tour and discover the most iconic corners, as well as the FC Barcelona Museum.
Whether you're a football enthusiast or an occasional amateur, the stadium tour will not fail to marvel! Discover in this article everything you need to know to make your visit: history of Camp Nou, access, schedules, rates, etc.
History of Camp Nou
FC Barcelona is one of the world's most qualified and popular teams and accumulates a lot of prestigious trophies. Existing since 1899 , the club was marked throughout its course by Spanish history, resistant to the darkest periods of the country despite its great difficulties. This social and political dimension always resonates in its motto: “Mes que un club”, in Catalan “more than a club”, which has been registered on every seat in the stadium since 1968.
Because of the special importance of the club in Catalan history and identity, but also the famous rivalry between the Barça and the Real Madrid Camp Nou is one of the most visited places in Barcelona. We could even consider it as the second temple of the city after the Sagrada Familia .
The Camp Nou is built in concrete and iron by architects Francesc Mitjans Miró, Josep Soteras Mauri and Lorenzo García-Barbón during a very fast time for the club. It is inaugurated the 24 September 1957 a Mass and a blessing from the Archbishop of Barcelona. He is then soberly called FC Barcelona Stadium and replaces the former Los Cortes field. It will only be in 2000 that he will take the name Camp Nou after a popular consultation that will bring together more than 30,000 voters.
Initially, the stadium has a very honorable capacity of 93,000 spectators. It is set up to accommodate 120,000 in 1982 during the World Cup in Spain and, in order to comply with new EUFA standards (Union of European Associations of Footbal) which prohibit standing places, it passes to 98,772 places between 1993 and 1998. This is Europe’s first biggest stadium!
♪ 1984 the FC Barcelona Museum opens its doors. Camp Nou is one of the most important tourist attractions in Barcelona and is now one of the most visited stadiums in the world. Technically, it is classified as category 4 in the UEFA stadiums and FIFA-approved classification, allowing it to receive all competitions internationally.
What to see and what to do at Camp Nou in Barcelona?
Of course, you can go to a game if you take it in advance and it coincides with your dates. In addition to attending a football game, visiting Camp Nou in Barcelona offers you the opportunity to attend basketball, handball, futsal or roller hockey games. Otherwise, the stadium is open to visits.
A classic tour includes a tour of the stadium and the museum. You can follow the course freely: visit changing rooms , with personal lockers and even jacuzzis, then take the path of the player tunnel to the field! A breathtaking entrance that, placing you in the skin of the greatest players, will not fail to make you feel real strong sensations. If you can't crowd the lawn, you can sit on the benches.
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Then visit the Press conference room , interview room post-match and even consulting of commentators , which offers a beautiful view on the ground. Small curiosity of the visit, you can see the chapel of the stadium , present since its construction in 1957.
The FC Barcelona Museum is a real gold mine for enthusiasts. You can admire many trophies: prestigious cuts such as the Champions League, gold shoes, Lionel Messi gold balloons. But also objects (maillots, crampons, etc.) and images and videos that marked the club’s history. At the end of the visit, the boutique allows you to take a souvenir with you and bring a gift to your passionate football friends.
Visiting Camp Nou in Barcelona is also an opportunity to relive the best moments of the club’s history. For 6€ , experience a virtual reality experience with VR glasses: sit in the stands and dive into the most beautiful memories and the most spectacular goals of FC Barcelona!
How to get to Camp Nou?
By public transport
- By metro
Camp Nou is approximately ten minutes Underground stations Palau Reial or The Corts (Line 3) and CollBlanc or Badall (line 5).
For a ticket, count 2,20€ for a simple ride.
- By bus
Otherwise, to visit the Camp Nou in Barcelona you can enjoy the multi-stop bus service that connects the different tourist sites of the city.
In addition to the metro, many bus lines serve Camp Nou: D20, H6, H8, 7, 33, 54, 56, 57, 59, 63, 67, 68, 70, 75, 78, 113, 157 and L12.
Some lines—such as N2, N3, N12, N14— even work all night.
Note : FC Barcelona’s game days, there is a special ticket to use the buses serving Camp Nou. Count 3,10€ The ticket.
- In Tram
To ten minutes On foot from Camp Nou you will find two tram stops served by the T1, T2 and T3 lines: Pius XII and Avinguda de Xile
Schedules & Rates of Camp Nou
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Schedule
Outside the game days, here are the schedules to visit Camp Nou in Barcelona:
- For the following dates: 2 January/6 January; 14 April/13 October; 16 December/31 December
From 9.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m. Monday to Saturday and Sunday
- For the following dates: 7 January/13 April; 14 October/15 December
From 10 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. Monday to Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. Sunday
Note : The stadium is closed on 1 January and 25 December.
Rates
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Basic Tour (tour du Camp Nou et visite du musée) : from 26 €
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Cam Nou Tour Plus (In addition to virtual experience and audio-guide): from 35 €
Note Preferential rates exist for children, students, the elderly and persons with disabilities.
QUESTIONS
- Should we speak Spanish to visit Camp Nou in Barcelona? No need to speak Spanish to visit Camp Nou! The tour is clear and you can freely explore the different points of interest. If you choose the tower with audio-guide, you have available 12 languages (French, Catalan, Spanish, English, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese (mandarin), Dutch, Arabic and Russian). Guided tours are in Spanish or English. – How long does the visit last? To visit Camp Nou, plan between 1:30 and 2:00 visiting. The most passionate of you, who will want to enjoy in full and why not taste the VR experience, will be able to prolong the pleasure until 4h visiting. - Is there a guided tour of Camp Nou? Those who want to know the most about FC Barcelona’s history and want to hear crispy anecdotes can visit Camp Nou accompanied by an expert. Book your guide on the official site of the stadium if you are suitable for Spanish or English. For a guided tour in French, you will find guides on the internet. - Should we reserve in advance? It is highly recommended to book in advance to visit Camp Nou, and it is all the more true for special activities and extras, which are very quickly complete. In addition, rates are more interesting if you book online. - Is the visit to Camp Nou in Barcelona included in a pass? You can find the visit of Camp Nou in the Barcelona Pass. - Is the visit to Camp Nou accessible to persons with disabilities? People with a physical disability (travelling) will be able to visit the museum and admire a panoramic view of the stadium from the second home. Because of the many stairs, they will not be able to access the rest of the visit. Get a proof of disability to enjoy a adapted rate.
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