San Siro Stadium Tour: Guide, Prices & Tips
Visit one of the world's most legendary football stadiums. Here's everything you need to know about the San Siro Stadium Tour and Museum experience.
Overview
The San Siro Stadium Tour (officially "Casa Milan & San Siro Experience") gives visitors access to areas normally reserved for players and staff at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. Whether you're a lifelong AC Milan or Inter fan, or simply someone who appreciates world-class sporting architecture, this tour is an essential San Siro experience.
What's Included in the Tour
The standard stadium tour includes:
- The Museum: a shared Inter & Milan museum featuring trophies, historic shirts, photographs and multimedia exhibits tracing the history of both clubs
- The Stands: access to the first tier with views across the entire pitch โ the scale of the 75,000-seat arena is breathtaking from the inside
- The Tunnel: walk through the players' tunnel where legends like Maldini, Zanetti, Kakรก and Ronaldo walked onto the pitch
- The Dressing Rooms: see where the teams prepare before matches (availability depends on the day)
- The Pitch Edge: get up close to the pristine playing surface
- The Press Room: sit where post-match conferences happen
Prices (2026)
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult (full tour + museum) | โฌ18 |
| Reduced (children 6โ14, over 65) | โฌ13 |
| Children under 6 | Free |
| Museum only | โฌ10 |
| Guided group tour (min 15 people) | โฌ22 per person |
Prices may vary. Check the official website for the most current information.
Opening Hours
- Standard days: 10:00 โ 17:00 (last entry 16:30)
- Match days: the tour is closed on days when matches are played at the stadium
- Day before matches: the tour may close early or offer reduced access
- Closed: 25 December, 1 January
Important: Always check availability before visiting, especially during the Serie A season. Match days and concert days mean no tours.
How to Book
You can purchase tickets in several ways:
- Online: book via the official San Siro Tour website or through platforms like GetYourGuide and Viator for skip-the-line options
- On-site: tickets available at the Gate 14 ticket office (subject to availability)
- Tour operators: many Milan city tours include the stadium as part of wider itineraries
We recommend booking online in advance, especially during weekends, holidays and the football season. Tours can sell out, particularly in the morning slots.
How to Get There
From our San Siro apartments, the stadium is just a 5โ8 minute walk. For those coming from elsewhere in Milan:
- Metro M5 (lilac): San Siro Stadio station โ right at the stadium
- Tram 16: from the city centre to Piazzale Axum
- Bus 49: from various western Milan locations
Tips for the Best Experience
- Go in the morning: the first slots (10:00โ11:00) are less crowded
- Allow 90 minutes: the tour itself takes about 60 minutes, plus museum browsing time
- Wear comfortable shoes: you'll cover a lot of ground including stairs
- Bring a camera: photography is allowed throughout (no flash in the museum)
- Check the match calendar: no tours on match days โ plan around the Serie A schedule
- Combine with a walk: after the tour, explore the area โ Parco di Trenno or grab lunch in the neighbourhood
- Gift shop: the official store sells Inter and Milan merchandise โ great for souvenirs
The Museum Highlights
The San Siro Museum is a treasure trove for football enthusiasts:
- Champions League trophies: replicas and memorabilia from Milan's 7 and Inter's 3 European Cup victories
- Historic shirts: original match-worn jerseys from legends of both clubs
- Interactive exhibits: multimedia installations letting you relive iconic moments
- Photography collection: black-and-white images from the stadium's earliest days through to the modern era
- Ballon d'Or corner: celebrating the many winners who played at San Siro
Match Day vs Tour Day: When to Visit
If you want to see a match, that's a completely different experience (and one we highly recommend โ check our Serie A schedule guide for details). The stadium tour is for days when no match is scheduled and offers a calm, unhurried exploration of the venue. Both experiences are worthwhile โ ideally, do both during your stay!
Is It Worth It?
Absolutely. Even if you're not a hardcore football fan, the sheer scale and atmosphere of the 75,000-seat San Siro makes the tour impressive. Standing in the players' tunnel, looking up at the towering stands, and understanding the history of Italian football from inside this cathedral of sport โ it's a genuinely memorable experience. The stadium's unique architecture with its 11 spiral towers adds an extra dimension of visual interest.
Stay Steps from San Siro Stadium
Visit the stadium tour in the morning, explore Milan in the afternoon. Our apartments put you right at the heart of the action.