Seating plan
Luzhniki Stadium is the largest football arena in Russia and one of the biggest stadiums in Europe. The venue boasts increased capacity after its renovation in 2013. The reconstruction made it possible for the stadium to become a flagship when it comes to upgrading facilities, playing conditions and advanced visitors’ experience. The arena traditionally hosts all major UEFA tournament matches featuring the Russian National team.
Luzhniki arena has a typical stadium structure. The shape of a bowl with several entrances makes it easy for visitors to get to their seats effortlessly. All seats are divided into four main categories regardless of the upper or lower row, although the price is often lower when it comes to upper-row seats.
- Sector 1 is the main part of the stadium that hosts most of the long-side seats.
- The Southern sector is for local supporters. It refers to tickets categories 2, 3 and 4.
- The northern sector is for guest visitors. It also includes three ticket categories from 2 to 4.
- The section with the main entrance hosts seats for the VIP and special guests as well as so-called sky-box category seats with maximum comfort and servicing.
Note: smoking and drinking alcohol is prohibited. You can buy only non-alcoholic drinks and snacks inside the stadium bowl.
Tickets
If you prefer visiting the official website of the stadium, here you can find schedules and match timetables. The page includes a simple online ordering form where you can fill in the contact information and send a request.
The website features a live chat widget as well as 24/7 customer support accessible by phone +7 (495) 120 31 68. Visitors can use box offices to get tickets. They are open from Monday to Sunday. The working hours are from 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. Feel free to contact ticket offices directly to make sure the tickets are on the stock:
- +7 (495) 637-0262;
- +7 (495) 637-0223;
- +7 (495) 637-0036.
The ticket prices range depending on the tournament type. Once you decide to visit an exhibition game, prepare to pay from £449 to £7375 for the VIP and skybox seats. Regular ticket prices are more affordable:
- Category 1 tickets range from £89 to £166;
- Category 2 tickets range from £63 to £107;
- Category 3 tickets range from £35 to £71;
- Category 4 tickets range from £17 to £63.
As for Category 4 tickets, they are usually sold out. So, you need to specify their availability using the contact information above or by visiting the official website.
Hotels near
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Cheapest offers
- Hostel Mint – is a good option for those who value a great location and stadium accessibility. It takes 18 minutes to walk from the venue to the arena. Gorky Park and Ploshchad Gagarina metro station on the central circle sound nice for only £6 per night.
- Guest House Slava Luzhniki – another great alternative for those who want to put an ease on the wallet. A separate double room will cost you £63 per night. The stadium is about 10 minutes walk from the hotel. Cathedral of Christ the Saviour and some other places of interest are nearby as well.
Highest-rated
- Blues Hotel is certainly worth spending £101 per night. The price includes a superb breakfast in addition to 24/7 reception, free Wi-Fi, and a great location. The hotel is right next to Sportivnaya metro station.
- Hotel Olimp looks promising considering only £59 for a one-night stay in a double room. Breakfast is already included in the price while the stadium is about 10 minutes walk from the venue.
- Hotel Korston Moscow – the hotel offers great breakfasts and multi-lingual staff available 24/7. Guests do not have to rush to the dining room early in the morning. They serve breakfasts until 5 p.m. £139 per night looks more than reasonable.
- Khamovniki Spektr Business Hotel – is a good place to stay for a night and get access to all major attractions and places to see. It will take you about 10 minutes to get to elite Moscow-City district, Expo Center and other popular spots. One night in the hotel will cost you £92 along with a superb breakfast.
How to get to
The stadium is a part of the Luzhniki Sports Complex facilities and has the same address. The arena is located 3 miles south-west of the city centre. Surrounded by Moskva River and parklands, the arena boasts a great location accessible from two different metro lines.
By Tube – visitors can use two different metro stations:
- Sportivnaya metro station is the closest spot to the stadium;
- Vorob’yovy Gory station is an alternative for those who want to walk about 15 minutes enjoying the scenery.
Both stations refer to the red metro line 1. It will take you about 10 minutes to reach them from the city centre (Okhotny Ryad or Biblioteka metro stations). One metro ride will cost you about £1, no matter where you need to go.
By Bus – taking a bus will hardly be a good option. It will be more time-consuming considering traffic jams. The tube is still a better alternative unless you need to get to the stadium from Kievsky railway station or Belovezhskaya street. Buses #157 and 132 will take you directly to the Luzhniki Stadium. The ticket costs £1 (the price is equal to metro tickets).
By Taxi – once you want to travel by taxi, the average price to get to the arena from the city centre is about £12. It may range depending on the service you choose as well as routes. However, the average price per hour is about £12. This is how much you will need considering traffic jams and congested roads, especially on the matchday.
By Train – Moscow welcomes its visitors who arrive at any of nine major railway stations. Three of them are located in downtown next to metro stations.
By Plane – Moscow boasts five airports. Three of them accept international flights daily. They include Vnukovo, Domodedovo, and Sheremetyevo. Once you arrive, you can take a special train or bus that will take you right to the city centre. The price of Airexpress tickets ranges from £8 to £121 depending on the category. You can check the available tickets and prices on the official website. And make sure you book your ride in advance using the fast and simple registration form.
Parking
A large parking zone is available for the fans on a matchday right at the venue. However, if you cannot park there for whatever reason, there is always an alternative solution. The approximate matchday paid parking price near the sports ground in Moscow is £4.
Eating out nearby
Moscow offers a diverse selection of venues including restaurants with Russian national cuisine in addition to Asian-style and European cafes, sports pubs and other places to eat out right near the stadium.
Pubs, bars & cafes
- Red Woody – is a good place to have a snack before the match. The venue serves a selection of burgers and pizzas. It also boasts a fine selection of local and imported beers. The customers appreciate cosy design and professional staff.
- Choice Moscow – a loft-style venue features an open terrace where you can benefit from an amazing 360-degree rooftop view. It will take you not more than 10 minutes to get to the venue from the stadium.
- ShtirBeer – is a traditional pub that highlights a wide selection of local and foreign beers. Visitors appreciate a selection of crafts and beer snacks. It’s a perfect place for a company of football fans. The venue also offers special coupons and discounts to put ease on the wallet.
Restaurants
- SOHO – one of the most glamorous and posh Moscow restaurant chains. SOHO rooms are the place where local and foreign celebrities spend time enjoying premium-quality cuisine delivered by the best chefs.
- Golubka – you would hardly find a cosier place near the stadium. The venue welcomes guests to try authentic Russian cuisine in addition to branded meals prepared by local chefs. Professional staff, affordable prices, and great interior will certainly make your day.
- Bavarius Restaurant – is a place for true beer lovers. The venue reminds of good old German beer restaurants featuring a long list of beers in addition to traditional Bavarian snacks and main courses.
Things to see at the stadium
The arena traditionally hosts major sports events in addition to music shows, festivals and more. At the same time, visitors can benefit from several types of stadium tours. You can choose from a selection of sports activities and try yourself playing tennis or visiting the local aqua complex.
Tour
The stadium tour includes two major programs. The first one is a full-scale excursion letting you visit all the sacred places. Guests will have a chance to feel themselves real players and walk through the changing rooms. The guide will take you to commentator’s boots and to the pitch itself. The tour includes tons of interesting facts and information about major games, trophies and famous athletes who played at Luzhniki Stadium. The second program is a shortened version of the major tour. The price range depending on the type of program:
- Shortened stadium tour lasts 30 minutes. Adult tickets cost £4, children – £3.
- Major excursion usually takes about 90 minutes. Adult tickets cost £9, children – £7.
Museum
The museum opened its doors to first visitors in 1957. For more than five decades, it has been keeping the sports heritage of several generations. The museum is currently located next to the VIP seats. Here you can learn more about the biggest sports achievements in the Russian and Soviet history, meet legendary athletes and show respects to the monument of people who died in stadiums across the world.
The museum is open from Sundays to Mondays. The working hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Foreign visitors should pay £4. For Russian residents, the price is £1.
Things to do in Moscow
Moscow is a modern city with an intensive life rhythm. Nevertheless, it still reserves some space for enlightening through historical places of interest, galleries, museums, monuments, and attractions for any taste. Start to explore the city with a general sightseeing tour and keep in touch with the most popular places in Moscow.
Sightseeing tour
Tourists appreciate hop-on-hop-off tours that are available in many cities around the world. Moscow is not an exception. It is a good way to learn more about the city as well as its main places of interest, main streets, and beautiful squares. The price starts at £14. As a rule, programs include free walking guides in addition to 60 minutes of top open bus explorations. The tour is available between April and October, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. You will visit the bend of the Moskva River near the Kremlin, drive through the First and Second sluice bridges and hop off at the Red Square.
Top 3 places to visit
The Red Square – it is the heart of not only Moscow but also Russia. It is one of the most visited places in the country. It is surrounded by architecturally stunning buildings, towers, and constructions. Once used to be a market square, the place now is the centre of Russian history and culture.
The Kremlin – it is one of the biggest existing fortresses in Europe that is still in action. Here you will come across 18 different buildings to explore. They are hidden behind the 2,235 meter-long Kremlin walls. The place hosts 20 different towers featuring cannons and the biggest bell in the world.
Arbat Street – it is the main and yet the oldest street in Moscow. It has become a #1 tourist attraction over the years. It looks both elegant and historically attractive. Guests can watch street performers, enter cosy souvenir stores, visit theatres and witness major monuments.
Key facts
| Address | Khamovniki District, Luzhnetskaya Embarkment 24, Moscow, Russia |
| Postcode | 119048 |
| Capacity | 81,000 seats |
| Club | Russian National Team |
| Build Date | 1956 |
| Architect | PA Arena, Gmp Architekten and Mosproject-4 |
| Average Attendance | 49,300 |
| Record Attendance | 102,538 (USSR-Italy, 13 October 1963) |
| Stadium Cost | £314 million |
| Roof | Yes |
| Who is the owner of Luzhniki Stadium? | Government of Moscow |
| Pitch Size | 108 m by 68 m |
| Where is Luzhniki Stadium located? | 55°42′57.56″N 37°33′13.53″E |
| Nickname | Grand Sports Arena |
| Surface | Grass |
FAQ
Luzhniki Stadium is located in Moscow, Russia. It’s situated in the Khamovniki district of the city, on the banks of the Moskva River.
The stadium was originally built in 1956. It has undergone several renovations since then, with the most recent major reconstruction completed in 2017 for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
After the 2017 renovation, the stadium’s capacity is 81,000 spectators for football matches.
Luzhniki Stadium has a bowl-shaped design with two tiers of seating that wrap around the entire pitch. The stadium is divided into four main stands: North, South, East, and West.
The stadium is divided into several sectors:
A: Lower tier behind the goals (North and South stands);
B: Lower tier along the sidelines (East and West stands);
C: Upper tier behind the goals (North and South stands);
D: Upper tier along the sidelines (East and West stands).
Each sector is further divided into numbered sections for easier navigation.
Yes, Luzhniki Stadium offers VIP boxes and premium seating options. These are primarily located in the West Stand and offer the best views of the pitch, along with additional amenities.
A and C sectors (behind the goals): Offer a straight-on view of the action in front of the goals but may be farther from play on the opposite end of the pitch.
B and D sectors (along the sidelines): Provide excellent views of the entire pitch, with D sectors having a higher, more panoramic perspective.
Lower tier seats (A and B) are closer to the action but may have slightly obstructed views when players are near the touchline.
Upper tier seats (C and D) offer a better overall view of the pitch and game tactics but are farther from the action.
Generally, Luzhniki Stadium offers good views from most seats due to its modern design. However, seats in the very corners of the upper tier might have slightly restricted views of the opposite corner of the pitch.
Yes, Luzhniki Stadium is equipped with facilities for spectators with disabilities. There are dedicated wheelchair spaces with companion seats in various sectors of the stadium, as well as accessible entrances and elevators.
Luzhniki Stadium offers a range of facilities including:
concession stands for food and beverages;
restrooms on all levels;
merchandise shops;
first aid points;
information desks.
Yes, Luzhniki Stadium offers guided tours that include visiting the dressing rooms, players’ tunnel, pitch-side areas, and a museum showcasing the history of Russian sports and the stadium itself.
While Luzhniki Stadium is an open-air venue, it features a partially covered roof that protects most of the seating areas from rain and snow. However, some seats, particularly in the lower tiers, may be exposed to weather conditions.
