Arena de Pernambuco

Recife, Brazil

Capacity: 45,440
Opened: 2013
Location: Recife, Brazil
Competition: Women's World Cup 2027

What is Arena de Pernambuco?

Arena de Pernambuco is the 2027 Women's World Cup venue for Recife, listed at 45,440 and hosting 8 matches. Built for the 2014 World Cup, it stands in São Lourenço da Mata, about 19 km west of Recife's beaches, so plan the journey: allow at least an hour from Boa Viagem.

By Leo Nagano · Last checked 21 October 2026 · draft awaiting fact-check

Quick facts

Capacity: 45,440 (capacity listed for the 2027 Women's World Cup)
Opened: 2013
Address: Recife Open map

Capacity per the 2026–27 season listing; opening year and coordinates from Wikidata; checked 2026-10-21.

Where should you sit at Arena de Pernambuco?

A modern, fully covered two-tier bowl with clear sightlines from every seat. With no regular club tenant it is usually quiet, but it fills for major events. Seats are allocated by FIFA category; Category 1 is along the sides.

Home sectionsSchematic, not to scale

Best seats for views

Lower tier along the sides

Best seats for atmosphere

Behind the goals

Where do away fans sit?

World Cup matches have no away section; seats are allocated by FIFA ticket category.

View every stand

Stands at Arena de Pernambuco

Setor Oeste (West)	West	Main stand with the tribune and media.
Setor Leste (East)	East	Opposite side.
Setor Norte (North)	North	Behind the north goal.
Setor Sul (South)	South	Behind the south goal.

How do you get to Arena de Pernambuco?

The Recife metro's Centro line runs to Cosme e Damião station, from where match-day shuttles and a long walkway lead to the arena. Allow at least 1 hour from Boa Viagem. Taxis and app rides take 40 to 60 minutes, more on match days.

Cosme e Damião station (Linha Centro)

Then a shuttle bus or walkway to the arena; check match-day arrangements.

Match-day shuttle buses

Special services are usually laid on from Recife for big events.

Taxi or app ride

40 to 60 minutes from Boa Viagem, longer after the match.

From the city centre: About 45 minutes to 1 hour by metro and shuttle from central Recife.
From the airport: Recife airport (REC) is close to Boa Viagem. The metro's Aeroporto station connects to the network; allow 1 hour 15 minutes to the arena.
Parking: Large car parks at the arena, restricted on match days.

Can you tour Arena de Pernambuco?

No regular public tour is advertised. Check with the arena before visiting.

How do you get tickets for Arena de Pernambuco?

World Cup 2027 tickets are sold only through FIFA's official platform.

Buy only from FIFA's official site or official resale platform.
Tickets are personal; bring matching ID.

Official ticket office

Where to stay and eat near Arena de Pernambuco

Where to stay

Stay in Boa Viagem for beachfront hotels, or Recife Antigo and nearby Olinda for history. There is little accommodation near the arena.

See hotels near Arena de Pernambuco

Food and drink

Boa Viagem and Recife Antigo have the best restaurants. Try tapioca and bolo de rolo, Pernambuco specialities.

Area: São Lourenço da Mata and Recife

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Host city guide

Recife for World Cup visitors

Getting around, where to stay and safety notes.

Frequently asked questions about Arena de Pernambuco

Which 2027 Women's World Cup matches are played at Arena de Pernambuco?

8 matches: 7 group-stage matches and 1 round-of-16 match. The group stage runs 24 June to 8 July 2027; teams are confirmed at the final draw on 11 December 2026.

Where is Arena de Pernambuco?

Arena de Pernambuco is in São Lourenço da Mata, about 19 km west of Recife's Boa Viagem beach, so allow at least an hour to get there from the seafront hotels.