Short answer: Etihad Stadium in Manchester has a capacity of 61,038 according to the Premier League, and Manchester City have played there since 2003. Adult match tickets cost £20 to £60 in 2026/27 and need a club membership, from £38 a year. Trams stop next to the stadium at Etihad Campus.
Etihad Stadium, in Manchester, has a capacity of 61,038 according to the Premier League, following recent expansions. It is Manchester City’s home, and the club moved there in 2003.
This guide covers 2026/27 ticket prices, membership, how to buy, getting there, tours and the new North Stand. The stadium was originally known as the City of Manchester Stadium.
What are the key facts about Etihad Stadium?
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 61,038 (Premier League, 26 September 2026). The club says only “over 61,000” in its 22 May 2026 announcement. |
| Address | Etihad Stadium, Manchester, M11 3FF (club Access Statement) |
| Opened | Built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games; Manchester City moved in during 2003 |
| Name | City of Manchester Stadium until it was renamed Etihad Stadium in 2011 |
| Club | Manchester City |
How much do Etihad Stadium tickets cost in 2026/27?
Manchester City sells match tickets in four categories, A to D. The club’s 2026/27 price table shows:
| Category | Adult | 18-21, over 65, disabled | Under 18 |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | £40 to £60 | £30 to £45 | £20 to £30 |
| B | £35 to £55 | £26.25 to £41.25 | £17.50 to £27.50 |
| C | £30 to £50 | £22.50 to £33 | £15 to £23 |
| D | £20 to £40 | £15 to £30 | £10 to £20 |
The club’s 13 July 2026 article says all adult Official Member general admission tickets are priced between £20 and £60, and under-18 tickets between £10 and £30. Category D is new for 2026/27. The club’s April announcement said the new mid-week category started “from £25 for adults”; we use the later and more specific £20.
Season tickets. Per the club’s 2026/27 Gold season ticket price map, adult Gold season tickets run from £425 (South Stand Level 3) to £1,080, excluding “93:20 Premium Seats”, which cost £1,425 to £1,600 for adults. The North Stand has separate prices for existing and new members. Check your stand on the map for exact figures. The club’s 24 April 2026 announcement says season ticket members renew at the same price for a third consecutive season, and introduces 4,000 new Flexi-Season Tickets, half ringfenced for juniors.
How to buy tickets
You need a membership. The club’s membership page lists:
- Matchday Membership: £38 per year, excluding postage, with £5 off Premier League home match tickets
- Premium Membership: £65 per year
- Junior Membership: £20 per year (ages 0-12 and 13-17)
Premier League home tickets went on sale to Premium, Matchday and Junior Members on 21 July 2026. For some games, including those against Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Leeds United, priority went to Official Members who bought three or more home Premier League fixtures across 2024/25 and 2025/26, with one ticket per member. A further release takes place several weeks before each fixture, including tickets listed on the club’s official Ticket Exchange. The club ringfences 100 to 500 tickets per match for local residents, allocated by ballot. Use only official channels.
How do you get to Etihad Stadium?
- Tram: the Etihad Campus stop is next to the stadium, outside the North Stand. From Piccadilly Station it takes 8 to 10 minutes. From the city centre, journeys take around 10 to 15 minutes. Trams are run by Transport for Greater Manchester.
- Walking: about 35 minutes from the city centre. From Holt Town tram stop there is an accessible 15-minute route. Ashburys station is a 5-minute train ride from Piccadilly and a 20-minute walk from the stadium.
- Bus: several Bee Network buses stop outside on Ashton New Road, every 4 to 8 minutes from the city centre (around 20 minutes).
- Park and ride: free Metrolink park and ride is listed at Ashton Moss (183 spaces) and Ashton West. For 2026/27 the club adds a bookable option from Co-op Academy Belle Vue.
- Parking: season ticket members can book parking 10 days before a match, and remaining spaces go to match-by-match buyers 24 hours later.
Post-match shuttle buses wait for Ashton New Road to reopen, which the club says is likely to be 25 minutes after full time. Sources: the club’s Access Statement, tram page and 2026/27 travel update.
How much does an Etihad Stadium tour cost?
In its article of 26 October 2026, the club said tour prices start from £28 for adults and £18 for under-16s, with family packages from £75. Book on the club’s tours page.
What is being redeveloped at Etihad Stadium?
The expanded North Stand, in development since late 2023, opened fully for the final home game of 2025/26 against Aston Villa and was renamed the Pep Guardiola Stand, according to the club’s 22 May 2026 announcement. The surrounding development includes Medlock Square, a 401-room hotel, a new club museum, retail, offices, restaurants and bars. We found no further expansion announced.
A short history
The stadium was built to host the 2002 Commonwealth Games and was known as the City of Manchester Stadium. Manchester City left Maine Road and moved in during 2003, and the ground was renamed Etihad Stadium in 2011. See how the naming deal compares in our list of stadium naming rights deals.
At 61,038, it is one of the larger grounds in the league; compare it in our list of the biggest Premier League stadiums.
How we built this
We used the Premier League stadium guide for capacity and history, and Manchester City’s own pages for prices, membership, travel, tours and the North Stand. We did not use estimates or media reports. Figures were checked on 28 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Etihad Stadium capacity?
The Premier League gives the capacity as 61,038. The club itself says “over 61,000”.
How much are tickets at the Etihad in 2026/27?
Adult match tickets are priced between £20 and £60 for Official Members, according to Manchester City. Adult Gold season tickets run from £425 to £1,080.
How do I buy tickets for Manchester City?
Join as a Matchday (£38), Premium (£65) or Junior (£20) member and buy in the member sales. Use only the club’s official channels, including its Ticket Exchange.
What is the nearest station to the Etihad?
The Etihad Campus tram stop is next to the stadium. From Piccadilly Station the tram takes 8 to 10 minutes, per the club.
How much is the Etihad Stadium tour?
Prices start from £28 for adults and £18 for under-16s, according to the club on 26 October 2026.
Sources
- Premier League: All you need to know about the 20 Premier League stadiums
- Manchester City: Etihad Access Statement 2025/26
- Manchester City: 2026/27 season ticket pricing, 24 April 2026
- Manchester City: 2026/27 match ticket prices
- Manchester City: Premier League tickets on sale soon, 13 July 2026
- Manchester City: Gold season ticket pricing map 2026/27
- Manchester City: Memberships
- Manchester City: Travelling by tram
- Manchester City: Travelling to the Etihad 2026/27 update
- Manchester City: Stadium tours, 26 October 2026
- Manchester City: Etihad Stand renaming, 22 May 2026
