- Capacity
- 50,848
- Opened
- 1969
- Location
- Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Competition
- Women's World Cup 2027
What is Beira-Rio?
The Beira-Rio (Estádio José Pinheiro Borda) is Internacional's stadium on the shore of the Guaíba in Porto Alegre, listed at 50,848 for the 2027 Women's World Cup, where it hosts 7 matches. Rebuilt for 2014 with a distinctive leaf-shaped roof, it is about 3 to 4 km south of the city centre, reachable on foot along the waterfront in 40 to 50 minutes.
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Where should you sit at Beira-Rio?
The Beira-Rio is a two-tier oval under a roof of curved white panels. Club matches are famous for Internacional's supporters behind the goal. At the World Cup, seats are allocated by FIFA category. Southern Brazil is cool in June and July, so evening games can be chilly.
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.
| Setor Oeste (West) | West | Main stand with the tribune; views over the Guaíba behind the opposite stand. |
| Setor Leste (East) | East | Opposite side. |
| Setor Norte (North) | North | Behind the north goal. |
| Setor Sul (South) | South | Behind the south goal; Internacional's supporters' end at club games. |
How do you get to Beira-Rio?
Walk along the Orla do Guaíba waterfront from the centre (40 to 50 minutes), or take a bus or app ride along Avenida Padre Cacique and Avenida Edvaldo Pereira Paiva (15 to 25 minutes). Roads close around the stadium on match days.
Walk along the Guaíba waterfront
About 40 to 50 minutes from the city centre along the riverside park.
City buses
Several lines along Avenida Padre Cacique; 15 to 25 minutes.
Taxi or app ride
15 to 20 minutes from the centre outside traffic.
- From the city centre
- About 40 to 50 minutes on foot or 15 to 25 minutes by bus.
- From the airport
- Porto Alegre airport (POA) is about 10 km north of the centre; allow 25 to 40 minutes by taxi. The Aeromóvel and Trensurb train link the airport to the centre.
- Parking
- Car parks around the stadium complex, restricted on match days.
Can you tour Beira-Rio?
Internacional has offered guided visits to the Beira-Rio, including the dressing rooms and pitchside, and the club museum is at the stadium. Check current availability with the club before visiting.
How do you get tickets for Beira-Rio?
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.
- For Internacional club matches, members (sócios) get priority.
Where to stay and eat near Beira-Rio
Where to stay
Stay in the Centro Histórico, Cidade Baixa or Moinhos de Vento. Menino Deus, next to the stadium, has a few hotels.
See hotels near Beira-RioFood and drink
Porto Alegre is the home of churrasco; Cidade Baixa has the liveliest bars. Try chimarrão, the local herbal tea, sold everywhere.
Area: Menino Deus, Praia de Belas and central Porto Alegre
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Host city guide
Porto Alegre for World Cup visitors
Getting around, where to stay and safety notes.
Frequently asked questions about Beira-Rio
Which 2027 Women's World Cup matches are played at Beira-Rio?
7 matches: 6 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.
What is the capacity of the Beira-Rio?
Beira-Rio, home of Internacional, has a capacity of 50,848 (capacity listed for the 2027 Women's World Cup).
Can you walk to the Beira-Rio from Porto Alegre city centre?
Yes. The Beira-Rio is about 40 to 50 minutes on foot from Porto Alegre city centre, along the Guaíba waterfront park.
What is the weather in Porto Alegre in June and July?
Porto Alegre is cool in June and July, its winter: often 10 to 20°C by day and colder at night. Bring a jacket for evening matches at the Beira-Rio.
Sources
- Sport Club Internacional
- Wikipedia: 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup (venues and schedule)
- FIFA: Brazil 2027 host cities
- Capacity, opening year and coordinates: Wikidata Q1050224
Been to Beira-Rio?
Stamp it in your stadium passport. You can add the date and match later, even for visits years ago.
