Emirates Stadium

Arsenal

Capacity: 60,704
Opened: 2006
Location: London, England
Competition: Premier League

What is Emirates Stadium?

The Emirates Stadium is Arsenal's home ground in Holloway, north London, with about 60,700 seats. It opened in 2006, a few hundred metres from Arsenal's old Highbury stadium, and is served by four Tube stations within a 10-minute walk.

By Leo Nagano · Fact-checked 21 October 2026

Quick facts

Capacity: 60,704
Opened: 2006
Club: Arsenal
Address: Hornsey Road, London N7 7AJ Open map

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

Where should you sit at Emirates Stadium?

The Emirates is a continuous oval bowl in three tiers, so sightlines are good from almost every seat. The North Bank and Clock End sit behind the goals; the West and East Stands run along the sides. The lower tier is closest to the action, the middle Club Level is hospitality, and the upper tier gives a full tactical view.

Home sections Away fansSchematic, not to scale

Best seats for views

West or East Stand lower tier near halfway (rows 15 and above)
Upper tier along either side for a full view of the pitch

Best seats for atmosphere

North Bank lower tier
Clock End lower tier, where rail seating (safe standing) arrives for 2026–27; the North Bank follows in 2027–28

Where do away fans sit?

Away supporters are in the lower tier of the south-east corner, between the Clock End and the East Stand. The upper tier overhangs the back rows, which can cut the view of high balls. The allocation is just under 3,000 for league games and about 6,000 for cup ties.

View every stand

Stands at Emirates Stadium

North Bank	North	Behind the north goal, named after Highbury's famous terrace. One of the two main home singing ends.
Clock End	South	Behind the south goal, with Highbury's clock on the exterior. Rail seating is being installed for 2026–27. The away section is in the corner next to the East Stand.
West Stand	West	Side stand with the dugouts and directors' box.
East Stand	East	Side stand opposite the dugouts. Good views from the upper tier.

How do you get to Emirates Stadium?

The Tube is the simplest way to reach the Emirates. Arsenal (Piccadilly line) and Holloway Road are closest; Finsbury Park and Highbury & Islington are 10 to 15 minutes' walk and the best bets after the match, when Holloway Road is closed.

Arsenal (Piccadilly line)

The closest station, a few minutes' walk. Crowded before and after the match.

Holloway Road (Piccadilly line)

A few minutes' walk, but closed after matches to manage crowds.

Finsbury Park (Victoria and Piccadilly lines, Great Northern, Thameslink)

10 to 15 minutes' walk. Main-line trains from King's Cross take 5 minutes.

Highbury & Islington (Victoria line, Overground, Great Northern)

About 15 minutes' walk and a good option for getting away.

From the city centre: About 15 minutes by Tube from King's Cross St Pancras to Arsenal or Finsbury Park.
From the airport: From Heathrow, take the Piccadilly line direct to Arsenal (about 1 hour). From Stansted or Luton, take the train to Tottenham Hale or St Pancras and change to the Tube.
Parking: There is no general parking at the stadium, and a match-day controlled parking zone covers the surrounding streets. Use public transport.

Check train times and fares

Can you tour Emirates Stadium?

Price:: £30 adult for the self-guided tour

Arsenal runs self-guided audio tours and guided legends tours most days of the year, with a reduced timetable on match days. You visit the home dressing room, tunnel, dugouts, press room and Directors' Box, and tickets include the Arsenal Museum.

Book a tour Official tour page

How do you get tickets for Emirates Stadium?

Arsenal Premier League tickets sell almost entirely to season ticket holders and members.

Red or Silver membership is needed for priority access to most match tickets.
Season ticket holders can resell their seats through the official Ticket Exchange, where members can buy them at face value.
Cup matches are sometimes available to a wider audience.
Hospitality packages are sold by the club and are the most reliable route for visitors.

Buy from the club or its official resale exchange. Reselling football tickets without the club's permission is a criminal offence in England and Wales.

Official ticket office

Where to stay and eat near Emirates Stadium

Where to stay

Islington and King's Cross have plenty of hotels within 15 minutes of the ground by Tube. Budget options cluster around Finsbury Park and Holloway Road.

See hotels near Emirates Stadium

Food and drink

Holloway Road and Blackstock Road are lined with cafés, chip shops and pubs, though many pubs are home-only on match days. Upper Street in Islington has a wider choice of restaurants. Away fans often meet near King's Cross.

Area: Holloway, Highbury and Islington

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Frequently asked questions about Emirates Stadium

What is the capacity of the Emirates Stadium?

The Emirates Stadium, home of Arsenal, has a capacity of about 60,700, the fourth-largest club ground in England after Old Trafford, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Anfield.

Where do away fans sit at the Emirates?

Away fans sit in the lower tier of the south-east corner of the Emirates, between the Clock End and the East Stand. The allocation is just under 3,000 for league games.

What is the nearest Tube station to the Emirates Stadium?

Arsenal and Holloway Road on the Piccadilly line are a few minutes' walk. Holloway Road closes after matches, so Finsbury Park and Highbury & Islington are better for leaving.

How much is the Emirates Stadium tour?

The Emirates Stadium self-guided audio tour costs about £30 for adults and includes the Arsenal Museum. Legends tours led by a former player cost more.