Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam

The stadium opened as the Amsterdam ArenA on 14 August 1996 and was renamed in 2018 in honour of Amsterdam-born player and coach Johan Cruijff. Its retractable roof introduced that feature to European stadium design.

The official calendar is the best source for the current programme, organiser, ticket route and event-specific visitor information.

On Ajax matchdays, most gates admit visitors 90 minutes ahead of kick-off; Entrance E begins admitting them an hour earlier than that. KNVB matches and concerts use event-specific times.

On non-event days, the official FAQ lists 07:00–18:00 Monday to Friday and 09:00–18:00 at weekends, with access through Main Entrance E. Ajax tickets are sold by Ajax; concert tickets are sold by the organiser named in the calendar item.

The two steep tiers are designed to keep sightlines close to the pitch. The second tier has 27 rows; first-tier row counts differ by section.

Concert productions can use an end stage, an in-the-round stage or a panorama setting. Open the relevant calendar item for the section plan; individual seat numbers are supplied by the ticket seller.

A wheelchair-accessible ticket includes one companion place. The first tier is less steep for visitors who prefer fewer steps. Wheelchair platforms have nearby toilets, while lifts from Entrance E provide access to an adapted toilet at each floor.

Live audio description is available for Ajax matches through ajax.nl/audio. During announced 2026 summer concerts, audio description is offered through the event page; visitors use their own phone and earphones.

Field-ticket holders who meet the eligibility criteria may arrange use of a low-stimulus space on the ArenAdek for a concert. Contact the venue in advance for lift use or individual arrangements.

Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA has train, metro and bus services. Operators may add capacity on large concert nights, so check NS, GVB and the ArenA mobility portal for live changes.

Cyclists can use 1,400 spaces in the zone separating the North C and North D entrances. A secured facility is available near Villa ArenA/Main Entrance E.

P1 is beneath the stadium and is the nearest garage for tours and non-event visits. Event garages have event-specific opening windows, routes and prices; use the mobility portal or Wizzymaps for the recommended garage and entrance.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Alcohol is not served to visitors under 18. Pay by debit card or supported credit card, including contactless; cash is not accepted. Toilets are available throughout the stadium and there are four first-aid posts.

Only bags up to 30 × 21 × 10 cm are admitted after inspection. Larger bags and suitcases are refused. There are no lockers inside and entrances cannot store refused items; paid Lockerpoint locations are nearby above Ziggo Dome and at P5/Villa ArenA.

Smoking is prohibited throughout. Camera, age, power-bank and re-entry rules can change by event, so read the organiser's current information. Helmets are not admitted.

Tour routes can include stairs and escalators, while operational areas such as the Ajax dressing room may be unavailable on match or event days.

Wheelchair users should book first and then contact [email protected] so a suitable guide and route can be arranged. Current times and prices are published in the official tour shop. Phones and small handheld cameras are allowed; professional cameras are not.

The official stadium facts list a height of 78 metres, more than 4,200 solar panels, a 3 MW battery and more than two million visitors in a typical year.

The venue has hosted landmark football matches and major international artists since opening in 1996.