- Capacity
- 66,658
- Opened
- 1965
- Location
- Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Competition
- Women's World Cup 2027
What is Mineirão?
The Mineirão (Estádio Governador Magalhães Pinto) is Belo Horizonte's main stadium, next to Lake Pampulha, listed at 66,658 for the 2027 Women's World Cup, where it hosts 8 matches including a quarter-final. Home to Cruzeiro, it is about 10 km north of the city centre and has no metro link, so fans travel by bus, taxi or app ride.
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Quick facts
- Capacity
- 66,658 (capacity listed for the 2027 Women's World Cup)
- Opened
- 1965
- Club
- Cruzeiro
- Address
- Belo Horizonte Open map
Capacity per the 2026–27 season listing; opening year and coordinates from Wikidata; checked 2026-10-21.
Mineirão
Photo: Governo Federal Brasileiro, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Where should you sit at Mineirão?
The Mineirão is a classic oval bowl in two tiers under a ring roof, with a large esplanade around it. The upper tier is steep and gives a full view. At World Cup matches, FIFA allocates seats by category; Category 1 is along the sides.
Best seats for views
- Lower tier along the West or East sides
Best seats for atmosphere
- Behind the goals, where organised supporters gather at club games
Where do away fans sit?
World Cup matches have no away section; seats are allocated by FIFA ticket category.
| Setor Oeste (West) | West | Main side with the tribune and media. |
| Setor Leste (East) | East | Opposite side; Category 1 and 2. |
| Setor Norte (North) | North | Behind the north goal. |
| Setor Sul (South) | South | Behind the south goal. |
How do you get to Mineirão?
Buses and app rides are the main options. Special match-day bus lines run from the city centre and Savassi to the stadium, about 30 to 45 minutes. Allow extra time: traffic around Pampulha is heavy before kick-off.
Match-day bus lines
From the city centre and main hotel areas; 30 to 45 minutes.
Taxi or app ride
About 20 to 30 minutes from Savassi outside peak traffic; drop-off points are set back from the stadium.
BH Metrô to Pampulha area
The metro does not reach the stadium; some fans combine it with a bus.
- From the city centre
- About 30 to 45 minutes by bus, or 20 to 30 minutes by taxi outside traffic.
- From the airport
- Confins (CNF), the international airport, is about 35 km north; allow 45 to 60 minutes by taxi or airport bus. Pampulha Airport is close to the stadium but has few flights.
- Parking
- Some parking around the esplanade, closed or restricted on big match days.
Can you tour Mineirão?
The Mineirão runs guided tours, especially in school holidays, covering the dressing rooms, press box and other areas normally closed to the public, plus an on-site football museum.
How do you get tickets for Mineirão?
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.
Where to stay and eat near Mineirão
Where to stay
Stay in Savassi or Lourdes for restaurants and bars, and take a bus or taxi to the stadium. Pampulha has a few hotels near the lake.
See hotels near MineirãoFood and drink
Belo Horizonte is known as Brazil's bar capital. Savassi and Santa Tereza have the best choice of botecos; try pão de queijo and feijão tropeiro, which is also sold at the stadium.
Area: Pampulha and central Belo Horizonte
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Host city guide
Belo Horizonte for World Cup visitors
Getting around, where to stay and safety notes.
Frequently asked questions about Mineirão
Which 2027 Women's World Cup matches are played at Mineirão?
8 matches: 6 group-stage matches, 1 round-of-16 match and 1 quarter-final. 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 Mineirão?
Mineirão, home of Cruzeiro, has a capacity of 66,658 (capacity listed for the 2027 Women's World Cup).
Is there a metro to the Mineirão?
No. There is no metro to the Mineirão; use match-day buses, taxis or app rides from Belo Horizonte city centre, about 10 km away.
Who plays at the Mineirão?
Cruzeiro play their home games at the Mineirão. Atlético Mineiro, the city's other big club, moved to their own Arena MRV in 2023.
Sources
Been to Mineirão?
Stamp it in your stadium passport. You can add the date and match later, even for visits years ago.
