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Why Visit the Benfica Stadium?
- Biggest Stadium in Portugal: Benfica Stadium is renowned all over the world for hosting numerous important matches. It is the biggest stadium in Portugal.
- Guinness World Record: Benfica Stadium made the Guinness World Record in 2009 for “the most widely supported football club”. It has witnessed many important historical wins.
- Hosts Notable Matches: The Benfica stadium was built for the Euro 2004 Championships. Now, it boasts of hosting hundreds of matches since that fateful inauguration. Make sure to look at the magnificent two eagles at the stadium that fly over the fans at the beginning of each game.
- Most Beautiful Stadium in Europe: Benfica Stadium has been recognized as the most beautiful stadium in Europe in 2014. SL Benfica holds the record for earning 37 league titles and 26 cups. Benfica Museum showcases several such trophies.
- Historical Significance: Learn more about the teams and stadium with more than 20,000 documents and images stored at the museum. Look out for its enormous collection of European Club cups.
Your Benfica Stadium Tickets Explained
SL Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour Ticket
- Book the SL Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour ticket to visit Portugal’s largest stadium with a bilingual guide. You can choose to visit either the Museum or the Stadium or both.
- The SL Benfica Stadium and Museum tour tickets are valid for a year after their purchase.
- You can cancel your SL Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase.
- Get an insider’s view of life as a sportsman in Benfica Stadium’s press conference room and dressing room.
- Make sure to visit the Eclectic Pride, a structure that displays the club’s trophies.
- If you have reduced mobility, you can admit one guardian for free with this ticket, however, you have to provide supporting documents at the entrance.
- Explore the legacy of the Benfica club with a record 37 league titles and 26 cups with the SL Benfica Stadium and Museum Tour ticket.
Super Flexible Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your SL Benfica Museum tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund on your purchase. These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of your purchase. Make sure to check these details before purchasing and do not miss out on exploring one of the biggest museums in the world dedicated to football.
Benfica Stadium Highlights
Benfica Trophies Collection
Take a tour and watch the hundreds of trophies won by Benfica teams over all these years. There are two sections Portuguese titles and European titles. See the 26 cups displayed won between 1939 and 2017 at the “Portuguese Cup” area. See the 2 champions league cups in the European section.
Cosme Damiao
The legacy of Cosme Damiao is stored at the Benfica Museum. It is near the stadium and was opened to the public in 2013. Cosme Damiao was one of the founders and is known as the Father of Benfica FC. It was declared to be the best Portuguese Museum and turned into a Football fan club record in 2014.
Benfica Virtual Lift
The Benfica Virtual lift with a large video screen is the main attraction of Benfica Stadium. The lift transports the visitors to the three floors of the stadium. Take a tour of 5 minutes to relive some of the club’s most historic moments. With 120 screens of 47 inches each, it is one of Europe’s largest video walls.
Benfica Museum
Opened in July 2013, the Benfica Museum covers a 4000 square ft area. The museum shows the history of Benfica stadium, as well as Lisbon and Portugal. The museum was named after Cosme Damiao (1885 - 1947), who was one of the founders and football coach-player of Benfica.
Plan Your Visit To Benfica Stadium
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- Timings
Monday to Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM (May vary on Match Days) - Closed On: 25 December and 1 January
Duration of the Visit: 2 to 3 hours
Best Time To Visit: March to May and September to October are the best months to visit Portugal. The days are long and offer clear weather. There are plenty of cultural activities, especially during Holy Week, Porto’s St. John’s Day celebrations, and Lisbon’s June festivals. If you want to avoid crowds, plan a visit during the morning hours.
Address: Av. Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, 1500-313 Lisboa, Portugal
- By Metro: Blue (“Azul”) Line
Nearest Stop: Colégio Militar or Luz station - By Bus: Lines 750, 754, and 768
Nearest Stop: Colégio Militar bus terminal - By Car: The distance between the Lisbon airport and Benfica Stadium is 7.2 km
Nearest Parking: Parques de Estacionamento Benfica Estádio and Colégio Militar
- Photography: You can click pictures inside the Benfica Stadium.
- Guided Tour: The Benfica Stadium tickets include a bilingual guide to make your experience personal and memorable.
- Toilets: There are washrooms available for visitors inside the Benfica Stadium.
- Accessibility: The Benfica Stadium has wheelchair-accessible bathrooms, handrails, ramps, and elevators. The visitors can rent wheelchairs at the reception counter.
- Service Animals: Service animals are allowed inside the Benfica Stadium.
- Jeronimos Monastery: Jeronimos Monastery is a 500-year-old architectural masterpiece, known for being the final resting place for King Manuel I and his family. The architecture of the monastery is influenced by the Manueline style.
- Moorish Castle: The Moorish Castle is an ideal viewpoint to enjoy the views from Sintra to the ocean. The Moorish castle dates back to the 8th century to the early days of Moorish.
- Belem Towers: The Belem Towers are known to be 500 years old and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. Set on the northern banks of the Tagus River, the towers offer a great view from the terrace.
- National Palace of Sintra: The National Palace is known as the best-preserved medieval royal palace in Portugal. The palace belongs to the 15th century and the architecture of the palace is influenced by gothic style architecture.
- Wear Comfortable Clothes: It is advised to wear comfortable clothes, as the Benfica tour involves a lot of walking.
- Keep Cool: Carry a water bottle, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a cap as the temperatures run quite hot in the mornings.
- Children Must be Accompanied by a Guardian: All children under 10 years old should be accompanied by their parents or guardians.
- Closed on International Match Days: Note that the stadium remains closed to visitors on international match days. When there is a league match, the stadium tour only takes place in the morning.
- Wheelchair Accessible: Benfica Stadium is accessible to visitors with reduced mobility.
- Security Cameras: All the areas are equipped with security cameras to ensure security.
- Pet Policy: Animals are not allowed inside the stadium. However, service animals are allowed.
Beyond Benfica stadium
Alcobaca Monastery
Stunning UNESCO World Heritage site known for its impressive Gothic architecture and rich history, notably housing the tombs of King Pedro I and his beloved Inês de Castro.
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Batalha Monastery
Masterpiece of Manueline architecture, celebrated for its intricate stone carvings and as a symbol of Portuguese national identity, especially for its role in commemorating the victory at the Battle of Aljubarrota.
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Pena Palace
Whimsical UNESCO World Heritage site, blending Romanticism, Moorish, and Manueline architectural styles, offering breathtaking views and enchanting visitors with its colorful façade and lush surrounding gardens.
Explore Pena PalaceAll Your Questions About Benfica Stadium Answered
Where can I buy Benfica Stadium tickets?
You can buy Benfica Stadium tickets online.
What is the cost of Benfica Stadium tickets?
The Benfica Stadium tickets will cost you around €19.99. There are multiple other ticket options at different price ranges, with each offering unique features and inclusions.
Can I buy Benfica Stadium tickets online?
Yes, you can buy Benfica Stadium tickets online.
Can I get a discount on Benfica Stadium tickets?
Yes, you can book the Benfica Stadium tickets online to get amazing discounts and offers.
Why is Benfica Stadium famous?
The Benfica Stadium is the largest football stadium in Portugal and is known for hosting the home games of SL Benfica, its owner, and other association matches. When you visit the Stadium, do not forget to take a tour of the Benfica Museum, which showcases their trophies and titles. Benfica has a record of 37 league titles and 26 cups.
How can I get access to Benfica Stadium?
You can easily book the Benfica Stadium tickets online to get access to the stadium. If you have purchased a Benfica Stadium ticket, you can easily upgrade it to include the Museum tour.
Where is Benfica Stadium located?
The Benfica Stadium is located at Av. Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, Lisboa in Portugal.
What are some of the highlights of Benfica Stadium?
The Benfica trophies collection, its virtual lift, and the Benfica Museum are the highlights of Benfica Stadium. The visitors can see hundreds of trophies, learn about the history of the construction of Benfica Stadium, and explore the legacy of world-renowned SL Benfica.
How to reach Benfica Stadium?
You can take a metro (Blue Line) or bus (lines 750, 754, and 768) to the nearest station to reach Benfica Stadium by public transportation. However, if you want to reach there by private transportation, you can choose a taxi.
What are the timings of Benfica Stadium?
The Benfica Stadium opens to visitors from 10 AM to 06 PM from Monday to Sunday.
What facilities are available in Benfica Stadium?
The Benfica Stadium offers support for people with reduced mobility, wheelchair facilities, stroller, accessible washrooms, a gift shop, and much more.
Is Benfica Stadium wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Benfica Stadium is wheelchair accessible. If you have reduced mobility, you can include a guardian in your ticket for free, however, you have to produce the necessary documents at the entrance.
Is photography allowed in Benfica Stadium?
Yes, photography is allowed in Benfica Stadium.
Is Benfica Stadium worth visiting?
Yes, Benfica Stadium offers a rich history of football. The Benfica Stadium also has a museum where visitors can learn about the city, the stadium, and its founders.