Seating plan
Although Camp Nou construction was launched in 1954, the stadium was opened to the public only ion 1957. It was built to replace FC Barcelona’s former arena also known as Camp de les Corts. The original stadium was too small to host over 60 000 of Barcelona supporters. For this reason, it was decided to build a brand new stadium that initially got a name of Estadi del FC Barcelona. However, club’s fans preferred Camp Nou for short. The nickname became extremely popular and quickly turned into the official arena’s name.
Camp Nou is Europe’s largest stadium hosting over 90 000 supporters. It is also the world’s second-biggest associated football arena. However, the structure is pretty simple with plenty of entrances to get to a particular tier and seat. Camp Nou’s seating plan generally consists of 6 main categories:
- Category 1 Premium with the most expensive seats.
- Category 1 Superior for VIPs and Press.
- Category 1 seats occupying the upper tier above Premium seats.
- Category 2 Longside seats occupying the upper tier above Premium seats opposite Superior Cat.
- Category 2 seats for both home and away supporters.
- Category 3 seats occupying the upper rows above Cat 2 with the cheapest tickets.
Side seats are the best bet if compared with top-tier seats. They provide a better overview of the arena. At the same time, they are the most expensive ones.
Tickets
Considering the fact that ticket prices may go higher when it comes to matches like El Classico or later UEFA Champions League legs, StubHub is your handy tool to buy tickets in advance at the most reasonable price. Make sure you will get to one of the biggest matches featuring FC Barcelona with just a few clicks.
Fans can also opt for the official ticketing service. If you decide to opt for this variant, please, note that tickets are mostly sold out. I recommend buying them 2-3 month before the matchday.
As for the price, Camp Nou offers several major pricing categories depending on the seats and tiers:
- The cheapest tickets range between £45 and £62 for top tiers;
- Lower tier seat price varies from £54 to £98;
- The best side seats will cost you about £98-179.
Note that the prices may change in accordance with the game status.
Hotels near
Barcelona is a home of great football and hundreds of amazing things to see and hear. I have reviewed and tested dozens of hotels near Camp Nou to save your time and provide the leat of cheapest and most-rated offers. I hope it will help you.
Cheapest offers
- Camp Nou Home – the hotel boasts small but cozy and elegant rooms. Moreover, it is located not far from the biggest European football arena. A standard twin room is more than affordable considering only £41 per night.
- Hostal Sans – located next to the Sants Railway Station, this place offers clean rooms in addition to a versatile breakfast. Please, note that breakfast here is optional. It will cost you £9 per person in addition to £48 for a twin or double room with a shared bathroom.
- Cool & Chic Hostel – the venue is a good pick for those who want to be near the stadium and the city center. It will take you about 20 minutes to walk to Barcelona downtown while the Collblanc Metro Station is only 5-minutes’ walk. You can choose a bed in the shared room for only £12 or a twin room with a shared bathroom for £41.
Highest-rated
- Catalonia Rigoletto – apart from an outdoor pool and spacious rooms, the hotel has a great location, which is only 500 meter from the stadium. It will take you about 5 minutes to get to Maria Cristina Metro Station by foot. A night in a double room will cost you £190.
- Hostal Conde Güell – it is the cheapest offer in our least of highest-rated hotels near Camp Nou with the price of £61 per night and convenient location right next to FC Barcelona arena.
- NH Barcelona Stadium – the hotel has a conference hall, private bathrooms, spacious rooms and air conditioning. It is 10-minutes’ drive from the airport overlooking the legendary Camp Nou. The price is affordable enough. One night here will cost you £132.
- Hotel Madanis – built in 2007, the hotel boasts modern and well-equipped spacious rooms that face the stadium. It is actually the closest accommodation to the arena with the price per night starting from £68.
How to get to
Located next to the historical city center of Barcelona (about 3 miles), Camp Nou is only a few steps from the city’s major artery, which is called Avenida Diagonal. It crosses Barcelona from one side to another providing plenty of ways to get to the arena by tube or by bus. Numerous museums, galleries and places of interest surround the arena. You will always have many entertaining opportunities before or after the match.
By Tube – Les Corts is the nearest metro station to Camp Nou. All you need is to take a train following the metro line 3 right from the downtown. It will take you less than 25 minutes to get to the nearest station. Badal and Collblanc tube stations are also very close to the stadium. They follow metro line 5 located 7-minutes’ walk from Camp Nou.
By Bus – you can choose from numerous bus lines that go through the stadium. Some of them are operating round the clock making it easy to get home even at night after the late match. 24/7 bus lines include N2, N3, N12, N14.
By Tram – Pius XII and Avinguda de Xile are the nearest tram stations located about 10-minutes’ walk from the stadium.
By Plane – El Prat is the major international airport that welcomes Barcelona guests and tourists from different countries. It is located not far from the arena.
Parking
The best car park options are always unavailable near Camp Nou because of the high popularity of this magnificent stadium. However, there is always a solution. The approximate matchday paid parking price near the sports venue in Barcelona is about £8.
Eating out nearby
The stadium is surrounded by museums and other places of interest. The area here is pretty dense, which means plenty of venues to eat out. They include cafes and restaurants that serve traditional Spanish cuisine as well as European meals for different tastes.
Pubs, bars & cafes
- Kitty O’Sheas – a typical Irish pub right next to the football arena. The venue features great atmosphere in addition to an authentic Irish interior. A great destination to have a pit or two with fish and chips and other traditional beer snacks.
- Café BERLIN – located not far from the stadium, the venue is more like a cocktail bar. Here you can order from a selection of wines and straight alcohol in addition to a variety of refreshing cocktails. A cosmopolitan design is certainly another advantage in favor of this café.
- Bar-Cafeteria La Xicoia – the venue represents a traditional type of Spanish bistros with a selection of fast snacks and meals to enjoy. Here you can try traditional Spanish soups and main courses at an affordable price.
Restaurants
- Futballárium Barcelona – the venue is divided into two major zones. The first one is for football fans who want to watch a game in a great atmosphere with a pint of beer. The second one is actually a restaurant serving a wide selection of meals for all tastes.
- Tapas 24 Camp Nou – a great outdoor venue with its own terrace serves a selection of pizzas, traditional Spanish pies as well as more mundane meals.
Things to see at the stadium
FC Barcelona home stadium offers numerous touring programs that range from self-guided excursions to advanced virtual experience using VR glasses. Are you looking for an individual approach? No problem. Camp Nou has some private tours to offer. Do not miss your chance to visit local music and megastore located next to the arena.
Tour
All stadium tours are divided into several categories. They include:
- General or self-guided stadium tours that last usually from 90 to 120 minutes. You can get a discount if you book tickets online. They will cost you £22. If you buy them in a ticket office, they will turn £1,2 higher.
- CAMP NOU TOUR PLUS is a digital tour with VR glasses to provide the best virtual experience. You will see everything from the players’ tunnel to dressing rooms and pitch with players’ eyes.
- VIP tours include visiting places reserved only for Barcelona players and special guests. The price starts from £107.
Check for more stadium tour offers or book tickets online on the official page.
Museum
The local museum meets the highest technological requirements. It can certainly exceed visitors’ expectations with a variety of stands and things to see:
- FC Barcelona museum depicts the glory of the team highlighting its trophies, pictures, types of uniform and other things you may find interesting.
- Messi Space showcases player’s overwhelming career highlights.
- Multimedia Installations provide an award-winning digital experience.
Check for details and opening hours on the official page of Camp Nou museum.
Fan store
FC Barcelona Official Store sells different stuff merchandised in the official club’s colors. Here you can choose from over 3, 000 different goods including accessories, watches, school books for kids, training kits, footwear and other staff. All products can be shipped to any part of the world. You can order them online 24/7.
Opening times
- From Monday to Sunday: from 10.00 to 20.00.
- Match Days: until kick off time.
Things to do in Barcelona
Barcelona has so many great things to see and hear that you will certainly feel like you have missed something when going home. From outdoor activities and cultural events to historical places of interest, major tourists’ attractions, monuments, and museums – the city has so many great entertainments to offer for any taste. So, let’s get started knowing Barcelona closer.
Sightseeing tour
Bus tours are the best bet whenever you come to Barcelona for the first time. They will let you see the main places of interest and feel the atmosphere of the city. Some offers let you discover Barcelona within a day visiting the historical center as well as main tourists’ attractions. The bus makes over 40 stops at places like Sagrada Familia, Park Güell, La Pedrera, The Museum of the History of Catalonia, FC Barcelona arena and more. The price usually starts from £26 depending on the route you choose.
Top 3 places to visit
Montjuïc Mountain – climb the mountain to get amazed by scenic views of the city from above. Although it will require some footwork, it is certainly worth it. Moreover, the area has some other popular attractions like the Olympic stadium, the Botanic Gardens, and Palau Sant Jordi.
Park Güell – brought to life by Gaudi, this place will amaze you with its impressive colors and architecture. It combines outdoor gardens with living areas and architectural masterpieces. You feel like you got to a fairy tale.
Sagrada Família – Gaudí´s temple in Barcelona looks amazing both from the inside and outside. It has already turned into the city’s main signature and represents the unique Gaudi’s architectural heritage.
Key facts
| Address | C. d’Aristides Maillol, 12, Barcelona, Spain |
| Postcode | 08028 |
| Capacity | 90,354 seats |
| Club | FC Barcelona |
| Build Date | 1957 |
| Architect | Francesc Mitjans |
| Average Attendance | 70,568 (Season 2017 – 2018) |
| Record Attendance | 120,000 (FC Barcelona vs Juventus, European Cup quarter finals, season 1985-86) |
| Stadium Cost | $1.92 million |
| Roof | Covers all seats |
| Who is the owner of Camp Nou? | FC Barcelona |
| Pitch Size | 105m by 68m |
| Where is Camp Nou located? | 41.38087°N 2.122802°E |
| Nickname | Estadi del FC Barcelona |
| Surface | GrassMaster hybrid grass |
FAQ
After the stadium’s completion in 1957, the ground was called Nou Camp, which means the “New Field”. It is the Catalonian version of the name, while the Spanish call it Campo Nuevo.
The distance between the stadium and Barcelona airport is 8.5 miles. One can take a tram or taxi that will cost between £10 and £15.
The distance between the stadium and Las Ramblas is 3.3 miles. You can take a direct L3 tram that will get you to the ground in 25 minutes.
Camp Nou has a seating capacity of 99,354, making it the largest stadium in Europe and the fourth largest football stadium in the world by capacity.
The stadium is divided into several main areas:
Lower Tier (Primera Graderia);
Middle Tier (Segunda Graderia);
Upper Tier (Tercera Graderia);
Lateral (side stands);
Gol (behind the goals);
Tribuna (main stand).
One of the most popular stadium’s stands depicts the club’s main motto, which says “Més que un club”. In English, it means “more than a club”.
“Gol baix” category is the section for the most hardcore fans, where the sun rises over. Sections called “Gol 1 y 2” are the main stand for families and fans. It is located further away from the pitch.
The best seats are generally considered to be in the Tribuna section, particularly in the middle tier. These offer an excellent view of the entire pitch. However, the Lateral sections also provide great views.
While there aren’t necessarily “bad” seats, the upper tiers (Tercera Graderia) are quite high and far from the pitch. The corners of the upper tiers have the most distant views.
Camp Nou offers several VIP options:
VIP boxes (Palcos);
Presidential Tribune;
Roma 2009 seats (premium seats with extra comfort).
Yes, away fans are usually seated in a small section of the upper tier in the northwest corner of the stadium.
Yes, Camp Nou provides accessible seating for disabled visitors. These are located in various areas of the stadium, primarily in the lower tier.
Seats are numbered from the center outwards. Even numbers are on the right side when facing the pitch, and odd numbers are on the left.
This depends on where you purchase tickets. The official FC Barcelona website and some authorized resellers allow you to choose specific seats, while others may only let you select a general area.
Some seats in the very front rows of the lower tier might have slightly restricted views due to advertising boards or team benches. Additionally, seats behind the goals may have obstructed views of the opposite end of the pitch.
Fans can bring only small containers that do not exceed 500 ml. Visitors are not allowed to bring luggage or any other bulky objects including baby strollers. It is better to leave them at the hotel before leaving for the game.
