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Old Trafford

Manchester United's "Theatre of Dreams", with a museum and behind-the-scenes stadium tour.

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Time needed
2 hours
Entry
Paid (tour)
Best time
Non-match days
Area
Trafford

Manchester United's "Theatre of Dreams", with a museum and stadium tours.

Where it is & how to get there

Address: Sir Matt Busby Way, Stretford, Manchester M16 0RA

  • Tram: Metrolink to Old Trafford or Exchange Quay stops, 5–10 minutes' walk.
  • Tours: Stadium tour and museum tickets should be booked in advance.
  • Match days: Tours do not run on match days.

The story of Old Trafford

Old Trafford has been the home of Manchester United since 1910. With about 74,000 seats, it is the largest club stadium in the United Kingdom, nicknamed the "Theatre of Dreams".

The tour visits the dressing room, the players' tunnel and the pitch-side dugouts, while the museum tells the story of the club, including the 1958 Munich air disaster remembered at the stadium.

Best time to visit

Best season

August to May for matches; tours all year.

Best time of day

Morning tours are quieter.

Match tickets

Buy only from official channels.

Tips before you go

  • Book the stadium tour ahead. Tours don't run on match days.
  • Book the stadium tour online to secure your slot.
  • See the Munich Memorial and clock outside the stadium.

Best hotels near Old Trafford

Well-known hotels within easy reach. Check prices and availability for your dates.

The Lowry Hotel

Riverside luxury hotel near the city centre.

See prices

Hotel Gotham

Art-deco hotel in a former bank.

See prices

Kimpton Clocktower Hotel

Hotel in a Victorian red-brick landmark.

See prices
All hotels near Old Trafford

What's around Old Trafford

  • Salford Quays10 minutes away.
  • Lancashire Cricket GroundNearby stadium.
  • Trafford CentreHuge shopping centre.
  • Manchester city centre15 minutes by tram.

Questions travellers ask

Can I tour Old Trafford?

Yes, except on match days.

How big is it?

About 74,000 seats.

How do I get there?

By Metrolink tram.

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