Zayed Sports City Stadium is a major sports and event venue in Abu Dhabi, hosting football, concerts and festivals. It sits within Zayed Sports City, a complex of sports facilities and event spaces; you can plan your visit by checking the event’s entry rules, route and parking arrangements before setting out.
- Address: Main Football Stadium Ramp 50/51, P.O. Box 862, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- From Andalus Al, the stadium is about 18 minutes by car.
- Free on-site parking is available throughout the complex.
- Ticket prices and event-specific arrangements depend on the event.
The stadium and its location
Zayed Sports City Stadium is part of a multi-venue sports and events complex in Abu Dhabi. The wider site includes a tennis centre, bowling centre, ice rink, training pitches and event spaces, so check the facility and entrance named for your event.
The stadium hosts sporting, cultural and entertainment events, including football, concerts and festivals. Capacity figures vary by description: the venue gives a seated capacity of 40,000 and up to 60,000 guests for standing events, while an event-planning brochure lists 44,260 individual seats and 13,300 standing-room-only places at pitch level.
Use the official address, Main Football Stadium Ramp 50/51, P.O. Box 862, Abu Dhabi, UAE, when planning your route. The venue’s Visit ZSC page also provides a property map and a Google Maps directions link.
How do you get to Zayed Sports City Stadium?
From Abu Dhabi centre, follow Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed al Maktoum Road, also called Old Airport Road or Old Road 2. From Al Ain or the Western Region, take the Abu Dhabi–Al Ain road toward Abu Dhabi, then continue toward Abu Dhabi/Dubai.
- From Abu Dhabi centre, turn right at the light after Carrefour toward KFC, then continue straight through the roundabout to Gate 6.
- From Al Ain or the Western Region, after crossing the bridge, take the third right onto the access road; Gate 16 is the first right.
The venue’s Visit ZSC map and directions link can help you locate the relevant gate.
Tickets and event-day entry
Ticket prices and ticketing arrangements vary by event, so use the event’s own listing for current details. The official calendar provides event listings with “More Details” links, but there is no single general ticket price or ticketing provider for all stadium events.
For ticketed events, the general policy allows guests to enter and exit the facility only once; re-entry is not permitted. If you are unsure whether a particular event follows this policy, ask staff.
Food and beverages are not permitted through the gates during events. The event guide also asks guests to wear modest clothing in good taste, with shirts on and shoulders and midriffs covered. At events that require pat-downs, separate gates for women and families will be set up, but gate locations vary by event.
Parking and arrival timing
Free on-site parking is available throughout Zayed Sports City. Event-specific parking arrangements are not covered by the general parking information, so check your event details for any instructions before you travel.
Gate locations and entry procedures can differ by event. Check your ticket and event information so you know which entrance to use, and keep in mind that leaving the facility means you cannot re-enter under the general ticketed-event policy.
What to check before an event
Check the official site before you go for event details, facility hours and any event-specific instructions. Opening hours vary by facility and activity, so there is no single schedule for the entire complex.
Public areas are designed to be accessible for guests with disabilities. For general inquiries, contact the venue at 02 403 4200.
FAQs
Where is Zayed Sports City Stadium?
The stadium is at Main Football Stadium Ramp 50/51, P.O. Box 862, Abu Dhabi, UAE, within the Zayed Sports City complex.
Is parking free at Zayed Sports City?
Yes. Free on-site parking is available throughout the complex, though event-specific arrangements are not covered by the general parking information.
Can you re-enter after leaving a ticketed event?
The general policy for ticketed events does not allow re-entry after you leave. Ask event staff if you are unsure about a specific event.
Are stadium hours the same every day?
No single schedule applies across the complex. Opening hours vary by facility and activity, so check the official site before visiting.