Seating plan
The home ground of Leicester City FC was opened in 2002. Despite the club’s relegation from the Premier League and £30 million debt, the Foxes managed to rise like a phoenix from the ashes very soon. Thai billionaire Vichai Raksriaksorn acquired Leicester City in 2010. Four years later, the Foxes promoted back to the Premier League. On May 7, 2016, they sensationally won the 2015–16 Premier League trophy. Following this earth-shattering success of Leicester, the club’s management drew up preliminary plans to expand the ground’s capacity, functionality, and comfort which should happen in the nearest future.
The East Stand and the West Stand of King Power Stadium are its longside stands. The shortside stands are North Stand (Family Stand) and South Stand (the Kop). All corners of the ground with the enclosed design are filled with convenient seats. The categories are listed below:
- East Stand seats with the most perfect views;
- West Stand seats with some of the best views and less convenient corner seats at A1 and C2 blocks;
- The Kop seats;
- Family Stand seats.
King Power Stadium hosted its first ever UEFA Champions League match in September 2016 following the club’s Premier League trophy winning season. Leicester City reached the quarter-finals of the competition becoming one of eight best football clubs in Europe in 2016–17 season. The football ground in Leicester also hosted four international friendly matches including two home matches of the England national team in 2003 and 2018.
Tickets
Due to the constantly rising popularity of Leicester City, fully packed King Power Stadium is a common thing to experience. Therefore, buying tickets in advance is highly recommended for the home matches of the Foxes. Ticket-Compare is an excellent timesaving solution which will help you whenever you decide to buy tickets to watch football in Leicester. The prices are normally quite reasonable and the service is running like clockwork. If you want to try buying tickets at the official price, opt for the following ways:
- The official website of the Foxes;
- Call the ticket office 0344 815 5000 (Option 1);
- Go directly to the ticket office located at the ground.
All matches that take place at King Power Stadium are divided into two categories. Category A matchday tickets usually cost £32-54, while Category B matches are priced £28-51. The most expensive seats are located at the East Stand, while the cheapest ones are Family Stand seats.
Hotels near
There are so many reasons to visit Leicester that I don’t even know where to start. Amazing historical artefacts, plenty of outdoor activities, unique museums, and the urban art dedicated to Leicester City’s heroic achievements are definitely among them. Below you’ll find the list of the city’s best and most affordable hotels. Hopefully, this will help you to have a fantastic football trip.
Cheapest offers
- Campbells Guest House – is located fairly close to Leicester’s football ground – only 1 mile away. This guest house features a stylish design and cosy rooms starting at £38. There are also many great places to eat out nearby.
- Stoneycroft Hotel – can be found less than 2 miles away from King Power Stadium. It neighbours with University of Leicester, Victoria Park, and a bowling club among the other things. The rooms are small but it’s still a very decent deal for the budget accommodations in Leicester costing £49 per night.
- Grafton House – is located less than 1.5 miles away from Leicester’s football ground and very close to the city’s main railway station. It features very functional, convenient, and bright rooms for £58.
Highest-rated
- The Villare Hotel – this centric hotel features a magnificent terrace with a one-of-a-kind city view and a lovely shared lounge zone. At £63 you can hardly imagine a better place to stay in Leicester and especially only within a 1-mile distance from the stadium.
- Belmont Hotel Leicester – is a very elegant family-run hotel which will exceed your expectations. You can walk from there to the ground or take a quick ride. The hotel is also around a 5-minute walk away from the railway station. The rooms cost £100 per night.
- Holiday Inn Express Leicester – this is a perfect solution for the football fans who want to avoid the transportation issue and to stay just in front of the football venue. Enjoy the rooms of premium class and exceptional hospitality at £120 per night.
How to get to
Leicester is not an incredibly large city. The estimate of its population is 350,000. There are plenty of transport options, although if you stay in the city’s centre you can often walk to the ground. Most of the necessary objects of infrastructure can be also found in the area of Leicester’s historical centre. If you still need some transportation tips for your cosy stay in Leicester, here we go.
By Bus – depending on your starting point, a number of various bus routes can be used. The examples are lines 20, 47, 47a, 49, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, and 88a, which all serve the area of King Power Stadium.
By Train – if you can handle a 25-minute walk from Leicester Railway station to King Power Stadium, I bet you’ll enjoy it. Of course, you can always take a bus or a cab to get from the station to the city’s main football ground.
By Car – a quick ride from Leicester’s centre at the eastern bank of the River Soar will bring you to the venue without any problems. Hopefully, you’ve got a satnav or Google maps in your smartphone. The stadium’s address is Filbert Way, Leicester, LE2 7FL.
By Plane – Leicester Airport is located only 5.8 miles away from King Power Stadium but it currently doesn’t operate public transport services. Therefore, the city is mostly served by Birmingham International and London Luton airports. They are linked with Leicester via trains and the road from each of these airports to the stadium can take from 1:40 to 2 hours. You can also fly at either Heathrow or Gatwick. They have direct buses to Leicester which are cheaper than trains. However, the bus trips are more time-consuming.
Parking
Visiting fans cannot park their cars at Leicester’s stadium due to the limit of spaces. However, there is always a solution. The approximate matchday paid parking price near the sports venue in Leicester is £4-12.
Eating out nearby
Leicester is located in central England and has a rich history which influenced its culinary map. Gourmets will certainly have lots of mouth-watering dishes to try during their stay in this city. You’ll find a variety of options from raw food to beef cheeks, steaks, prawns, traditional English pies, and exclusive things like Peruvian coffee and Persian desserts.
Pubs, bars & cafes
- Blues Bar & Grill – is one of the best BBQ places in Leicester with amazingly tasty ribs and wings. This bar has a very welcoming atmosphere and is situated next to the football stadium in Leicester.
- Sir Robert Peel – is approximately a 10-minute walk from King Power Stadium. They have a variety of excellent snacks and real ales. It’s definitely one of the city’s best pubs so it gets very busy on football and rugby matchdays. Nevertheless, it’s more of a quiet pub with a good crowd.
- The King’s Head – is located 1 mile away from Leicester’s ground. They have a great choice of real ales, ciders, porters, etc. Soups and snacks are served at a very low price.
Restaurants
- Shakespeare’s House – is a relatively new venue located about 1.5 miles from the stadium. Many of their dishes feature fantastic combinations and Shakespeare-inspired names such as “Much to Malibu about Nothing”. The menu is rich but you’ll also love the forest-themed interior of this restaurant and a sky-themed bar.
- Casa Romana – is a wonderful little Italian restaurant tucked away down a side street in the centre of Leicester. The distance from there to the football ground is about 1 mile. Even some local people don’t know about this hidden gem but they only have a few tables so make sure to book your table in advance.
- Teli’s Spicy – is only 7 mins’ walk from the ground. It’s an atmospheric Indian restaurant with big portions. All dishes taste better than expected while the service is also amazing.
Things to see at the stadium
The home of the Foxes is a relatively new football venue but it already boasts a rich history. There are enough interesting things to see there including guided tours and special events such as Legends Stadium Tour which usually features complimentary food in Blues Bar and Q&A sessions with the club’s legendary players.
Tour
It’s recommended to take this tour and to see Leicester City’s memorabilia and to track its thrilling historical events including the club’s eye-popping 2015/16 Premier League triumph. Leicester’s stadium tour costs £16 and features the tunnel, home changing rooms, media suite, reception, and pitchside areas.
Fan store
In 2018, a new Foxes Fanstore was opened right next to King Power Stadium. It’s a very modern venue where you can find all sorts of great gifts and accessories related to the club. For more information about the opening hours, visit the official website. Speaking about Leicester City’s online shop, it’s also full of exclusive authentic products. You can find it here.
Things to do in Leicester
Today the city is known all around the world thanks the magnificent Premier League triumph which took place several ago. In fact, Leicester is worth a visit for a number of other reasons too. Incredible history, great transport connection with the other major cities including the English capital, cultural activities, festivals, natural beauty, and Leicester Market are among those things.
Sightseeing tour
Visiting the old part of Leicester is fun all-year-round. While there are currently no classic double-decker bus tours available in the city, you can actually make your own walking tour in the compact city centre. However, you can always join the group and enjoy the museums and galleries of Leicester. Or you can take an inspiring Historical Tour of Leicester featuring the city’s valuable historical monuments and learn about its deep medieval history.
Top 3 places to visit
King Richard III Visitor Centre – is an incredible historical place and no trip to this city is complete without unravelling the story behind it. It’s delightful how this visitor centre allows everyone to travel back through ages and discover a large number of medieval mysteries.
National Space Centre – if astronomy, spacecraft, and distant galaxies are among your interests, you’ll definitely love the time spent in this wonderful museum. The planetarium often features shows dedicated to historical events such as Apollo landing anniversaries and takes the visitors to the virtual space journeys.
Abbey Park – located 10 mins’ walk from Leicester’s centre is a lovely riverside oasis. Prepare to see the remains of the twelfth century Leicester Abbey and the other chin-dropping ruins. You’ll also have a chance to rent a boat and enjoy calmness of the lake, have fun at the play area, and see the miniature railway.
Key facts
| Address | Filbert Way, Leicester, England |
| Postcode | LE2 7FL |
| Capacity | 32,312 seats |
| Club | Leicester City F.C. |
| Build Date | 2002 |
| Architect | Holmes Miller Architects |
| Average Attendance | 31,805 (Season 2017 – 2018) |
| Record Attendance | 32,533 (Leicester Tigers – Bath Rugby, April 1, 2006) |
| Stadium Cost | £37 million |
| Roof | The raised roof covering all seating areas |
| Who is the owner of King Power Stadium? | Leicester City F.C. |
| Pitch Size | 105 m × 68 m |
| Where is King Power Stadium located? | 52°37′13″N 1°8′32″W |
| Nickname | Filbert Way or Leicester City Stadium. Walkers Stadium – former name from 2002 to 2011. |
| Surface | Desso GrassMaster |
FAQ
The King Power Stadium has a seating capacity of 32,261.
The stadium has four main stands:
North Stand;
East Stand;
South Stand (The Kop);
West Stand (The Spion Kop).
Yes, the Family Stand is located in the East Stand. It offers a more relaxed atmosphere suitable for families with children.
Away fans are typically seated in the corner between the North and East stands, with allocation depending on the match.
Yes, the stadium provides wheelchair spaces and easy access seats in various locations around the ground. Companions can be seated adjacent to wheelchair users.
While this can be subjective, many fans prefer the West Stand (Spion Kop) for its central location and good elevation.
Yes, the stadium offers various hospitality options:
Executive boxes in the West and East stands;
The Legends Lounge in the West Stand;
The Champions Club in the East Stand.
The legroom is generally considered good for a modern stadium, but it can vary slightly between stands.
There are very few obstructed view seats at King Power Stadium due to its modern design. However, seats in the very front rows or corners might have slightly limited views.
Seat transfers are generally not allowed for individual match tickets. For season ticket holders, seat moves are possible during the renewal period, subject to availability.
Typically, turnstiles open 90 minutes before kick-off, allowing plenty of time to find your seat and soak in the pre-match atmosphere.
Yes, seat and row numbers are clearly marked. Stewards are also available to assist if you have trouble locating your seat.
