- Capacity
- 61,038
- Opened
- 2002
- Location
- Manchester, England
- Competition
- Premier League
What is Etihad Stadium?
The Etihad Stadium is Manchester City's home ground in east Manchester, with about 61,000 seats after the North Stand was expanded and renamed the Pep Guardiola Stand in 2026. Built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games and City's home since 2003, it is a 5-minute walk from the Etihad Campus tram stop and about 30 minutes on foot from Piccadilly station.
By Leo Nagano · Fact-checked
Quick facts
- Capacity
- 61,038
- Opened
- 2002
- Club
- Manchester City
- Address
- Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF Open map
Capacity per the 2026–27 season listing; opening year and coordinates from Wikidata; checked 2026-10-21.
Etihad Stadium
Photo: Arne Müseler, cropped by Blackcat, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
Where should you sit at Etihad Stadium?
The Etihad is a three-tier bowl with spiral access towers. The Pep Guardiola Stand (the expanded North Stand, opened in May 2026) sits behind one goal. The South Stand behind the other goal holds both City's liveliest supporters and the away section. The Colin Bell and East Stands along the sides give the best views.
Best seats for views
- Colin Bell Stand near the centre circle
- East Stand near the centre circle
Best seats for atmosphere
- South Stand, home half next to the away fans
Where do away fans sit?
Away fans sit on the right-hand side of the South Stand, behind one goal, across all three tiers. The allocation is usually about 3,000 and can double for cup ties. Entry is through turnstiles L1 to L3 depending on tier.
| Pep Guardiola Stand | North | The expanded former North Stand, opened May 2026, with a hotel, food hall and large upper tier. |
| South Stand | South | City's liveliest home fans on the left half; the away section on the right half across three tiers. |
| Colin Bell Stand | West | Three tiers along the side; formerly the West Stand. |
| East Stand | East | Three tiers opposite the Colin Bell Stand; central blocks give excellent views. |
How do you get to Etihad Stadium?
The Metrolink tram is the most direct route. Take an Ashton-under-Lyne line tram from Piccadilly to the Etihad Campus stop, which is right next to the stadium. After the match, the Velopark stop one further along can be quieter. Many fans walk the 30 minutes from Piccadilly.
Etihad Campus tram stop (Ashton line)
About 5 minutes' walk; around 8 minutes by tram from Piccadilly.
Velopark tram stop
One stop further east and about 10 minutes' walk; usually quieter after the match.
Ashburys station
About 15 to 20 minutes' walk, with local trains from Piccadilly.
Walk from Piccadilly station
About 30 minutes along Ashton Old Road and Pollard Street.
- From the city centre
- About 10 minutes by tram from Piccadilly or 30 minutes on foot.
- From the airport
- Take the train from Manchester Airport to Piccadilly (about 20 minutes), then the tram. A taxi takes about 30 minutes outside match traffic.
- Parking
- Official car parks around the Etihad Campus must be pre-booked on match days. Streets in Beswick and Bradford are permit-only.
Can you tour Etihad Stadium?
- Price:
- £26 adult off-peak, £30 peak
The Manchester City Stadium Tour covers the home dressing room, tunnel club, pitchside and press room. Tours do not run on match days.
How do you get tickets for Etihad Stadium?
City sells most tickets to season ticket holders and Cityzens Matchday members, but tickets for some league and cup games do go on general sale.
- Cityzens Matchday membership gives priority access to match tickets.
- Tickets returned through the official Ticket Exchange go on sale to members.
- General sale is available for some domestic cup matches.
- Hospitality packages are sold directly by the club.
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.
Where to stay and eat near Etihad Stadium
Where to stay
The Pep Guardiola Stand includes a hotel overlooking the pitch. Otherwise, Piccadilly, the Northern Quarter and Ancoats are 10 to 30 minutes away and full of hotels.
See hotels near Etihad StadiumFood and drink
The food hall and fan zone in the Pep Guardiola Stand open before kick-off. Ancoats, a 20-minute walk towards town, has some of Manchester's best restaurants and bars.
Area: Etihad Campus, Ancoats and Manchester city centre
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Frequently asked questions about Etihad Stadium
What is the capacity of the Etihad Stadium?
The Etihad Stadium, home of Manchester City, holds about 61,000 since the Pep Guardiola Stand (the expanded North Stand) opened in 2026.
Where do away fans sit at the Etihad?
Away fans at the Etihad Stadium sit on the right-hand side of the South Stand, across all three tiers. The usual allocation is about 3,000.
What is the nearest tram stop to the Etihad Stadium?
Etihad Campus on the Ashton-under-Lyne Metrolink line, right next to the stadium and about 10 minutes from Piccadilly.
Is the Etihad Stadium the same as the City of Manchester Stadium?
Yes. The City of Manchester Stadium is the ground's official name; Etihad Stadium is the sponsored name used since 2011.
How far is the Etihad from Old Trafford?
The Etihad Stadium is about 5 miles from Old Trafford. By Metrolink tram the trip takes 35 to 45 minutes, with a change in Manchester city centre.
What is the Pep Guardiola Stand?
It is the Etihad's North Stand, expanded with a third tier, hotel and food hall and renamed after the City manager. It opened in May 2026.
Sources
- Manchester City: Etihad Stadium
- Transport for Greater Manchester
- Football Ground Guide: Etihad Stadium
- Capacity, opening year and coordinates: Wikidata Q48159
Been to Etihad Stadium?
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