Europe's top football stadiums

The Puskás Aréna in Budapest is still a newcomer among Europe's major stadiums: it only opened in 2019. Named after Hungarian soccer idol Ferenc Puskás, the stadium is the country's largest public building. It was a venue for the 2021 UEFA European Football Championship and will now be used for the UEFA Europa League final on May 31. It can hold up to 67,215 spectators.

The home of Borussia Dortmund Football Club since 1974 has interesting tours for fans who want to learn more about the club's history and achievements. The stadium also boasts the "Yellow Wall" — the largest area for standing spectators in Europe. Fans also love the Borusseum club museum with black and yellow exhibits in honor of the team's colors.

Allianz Arena, home to FC Bayern Munich, is known for its innovative design and color-changing exterior made of over 2,800 light panels. Tourists can also take behind-the-scenes guided tours, which include access to dressing rooms, the players' tunnel, the club museum, and a view of the pitch. Holding around 75,000 spectators, it's the second-largest stadium in Germany.

Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, completed in 1947, has been the home of Real Madrid for over 70 years. Currently, the stadium is being renovated, so visits are limited. However, you can still visit the presidential box, the locker rooms and the museum. With a capacity of over 81,000 people and modern facilities, the stadium is a prominent landmark in the city.

Nothing represents Camp Nou in Barcelona more than the mosaic for its team FC Barcelona "Més que un club" (More than a club). It points to the team as a place of community and excellent sportsmanship. Built in 1957, it holds around 100,000 people and is Europe's largest stadium. Due to renovation work, Barça will move to Barcelona's Olympic Stadium for the 2023/24 season.

Wembley: the name of this London stadium is legendary in the football world 100 years after its opening. Its fame hasn't dimmed despite the fact that the original arena, where England won its only World Cup, was demolished in 2003 and replaced by this larger one (pictured) with its distinctive steel arch. In addition to various sporting events, it also holds concerts.

Old Trafford is also referred to as the 'Theatre of Dreams,' as former Manchester United player Bobby Charlton called it. During the Second World War, Old Trafford was used by the military as a depot, and was heavily damaged by a German bombing raid in 1941. These days, it's a home away from home for Manchester United fans and seats around 75,000 people.

Recently renovated Anfield, home of FC Liverpool Football Club, can hold up to 54,000 spectators. Every part of the stadium holds a story, especially the iconic "This is Anfield" sign which players typically touch once they have a big win. If you choose to go on the tour, you can also see the dugout and behind-the-scenes places roamed by the players.

Even though the arena is officially called Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, everyone calls it by its old name: San Siro. With a capacity of 75,000 people, it is the home of both Milan teams: AC Milan and Inter Milan. The almost 100-year-old stadium, which resembles a large spaceship, is slated to be demolished — a decision which has sparked controversy.

The largest stadium in France was built in 1998 for the World Cup and has a unique roof that shades all 80,000 seats. It not only hosts sporting events such as football and rugby matches and athletics competitions, but also major concerts. In preparation for the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, the stadium in the suburb of Saint-Denis will be modernized starting in 2024.