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The guides of the Johan Cruyff ArenA know the stadium like no other. They will walk you through the entire stadium tour and really bring the stadium alive with their colorful and extraordinary stories.

Furthermore, you are granted access to areas usually reserved for players and staff. For instance, have a look into the official dressing room of Ajax, take a seat in the dugout and so much more.

What will you see?

✓ Dressing room Ajax ✓ Dressing room opponent ✓ Mixed zone ✓ Players tunnel ✓ Pitch ✓ Manager's dug-out ✓ Press room ✓ Ajax Gallery of Fame ✓ Guide

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Practical information

How long does the classic tour take? 75 minutes

When can you do a stadium tour? 7 days a week, between 9.30h and 16.30h

Be advised: the Ajax dressing room is not always available during away games due to the room being used by our team. During home games days there are limited to no stadium tours available. This differs per game, check the availability   here.

Address and travel info Johan Cruyff ArenA - Johan Cruijff Boulevard 1, 1100DL Amsterdam, the Netherlands. From Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, it’s a 5-minute walk to the entrance of the Johan Cruyff ArenA. Parking is available in the P+R Johan Cruijff ArenA garage under the stadium.

Accessibility The Johan Cruijff ArenA is well accessible for the disabled. The stadium has enough elevators, escalators, and ramps for wheelchairs. Visitors who are bound to a wheelchair can specially reserve a stadium tour by sending an email to: [email protected] .

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Our guides bring the stadium alive with their colorful and extraordinary stories.

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Have a look inside exclusive areas like a skybox and the Royal Lodge.

Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam

Guide to stadium tour and events.

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Johan Cruijff ArenA (formerly Amsterdam ArenA) is the home of AFC Ajax football club and is the largest sporting stadium in the Netherlands. Located at the south-eastern part of the city the stadium is open to the public for various guided tours. Book Johan Cruijff Arena Classic Tour tickets here

The Johan Cruijff ArenA hosts Ajax home games as well as occasional Netherlands football internationals and big concert/dance events.

The Stadium: The ArenA was completed in 1996 and has a retractable roof which can be closed during bad weather. The total capacity (all-seater) is 56,120 for football matches and up to 71,000 for concerts.

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Music concerts from the likes of artists Michael Jackson, U2, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Ed Sheeran and Robbie Williams have been held.

The ArenA was used for 5 matches during the Euro 2000 tournament including the Netherlands-Italy semi-final; it has also hosted the UEFA Champions League final of 1998 and the UEFA Europa League final of 2013 .

The stadium was recently refurbished and hosted 4 matches in June 2021 as part of the delayed Euro 2020 tournament.

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In 2018, the stadium was renamed Johan Cruijff ArenA in honour of the legendary Ajax and Dutch footballer Johan Cruyff (1947-2016). There is a bronze statue of Johan Cruijff near the main entrance, just outside of the Ajax store. It was designed by artist Hans Jouta and was unveiled in 2020.

johan cruyff statue at arena in amsterdam

There is also a bust of Cruijff at the escalators when you enter the stadium tour.

johan cruijff bust at arena escalators

The Club: AFC Ajax is the most famous and successful Dutch club having won the European Cup / UEFA Champions League 4 times and the Dutch Eredivisie 36 times. Their peak years came during the early 1970s.

Although Ajax had Eredivisie title wins in 2018-19, 2020-21 and 2021-22, it has lost some form of late and the 2023-24 campaign has been poor by past standards. Ajax has an average attendance of around 54,000 at the ArenA.

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Watching Events: Try to see a game of the Netherlands Football team ( Nederlands-elftal ) if at all possible. The Dutch fans adorned in orange are one of the most colourful sights in world football. The Dutch national side has a rich footballing history including World Cup runners-up in 1974/1978/2010 and winning the 1988 European Championship with Ruud Gullit and Marco Van Basten.

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Not all international home games are played in Amsterdam – the occasional game is also played at Rotterdam’s De Kuip and the Philips Stadium in Eindhoven – all are easily accessible via public transport.

Tickets are available online from the Dutch FA (KNVB) – the big games do sell out so buy your tickets well in advance. You could consider getting tickets for friendly matches – these are not so popular and are cheaper – priced from around €30.

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Ajax tickets are only available to verified Ajax account holders. Non-resident visitors can purchase ticket packages to games though these cost around €450 and include a hotel stay.

De Toekomst is Ajax’s training complex and can be found by walking a few hundred metres west past the Ziggo Dome, over the foot bridge and across the car park.

ajax de toekomst training complex

Ajax Women, Ajax juniors (A1) and Young Ajax (Ajax 2) teams also train and play matches at De Toekomst.

The area around the ArenA also contains a multiscreen Pathé cinema complex, the AFAS Live and Ziggo Dome (concert halls), the Woonmall Villa Arena (furniture mall) and a number of large stores such as Decathlon / Perry Sport (sporting goods), Prenatal (baby gear) and MediaMarkt (big electronic retailer).

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There is an official Ajax Fan Shop selling club merchandise at the stadium (Arena Boulevard 1-3).

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Convenient hotels for the Bijlmer ArenA area are: Jaz Amsterdam , Hampton by Hilton (these 2 are closest to the stadium) and not far away at all are the Holiday Inn ArenA Towers , Holiday Inn Express ArenA Towers and the Courtyard by Marriott

Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium Tours Essential Info

The Johan Cruijff ArenA offers various stadium tours either by a guide or a self-guided tour. It includes walking through the tunnel to see the pitch, the dug-outs and the main stand. You also get to see the mixed zone, press room and Ajax Gallery of Fame. The dressing rooms are accessible when Ajax are not playing.

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The Johan Cruijff ArenA VIP guided tour takes 2 hours and you also get access to the Boardroom and Skybox. It includes a free drink and ArenA scarf.

Johan Cruijff ArenA , ArenA Boulevard 1, Main Entrance E, 1101 AX Amsterdam T: +31(0)20 311 1333, johancruijffarena.nl

Last updated 24 January 2024. This article was first published in 2008 and has been regularly updated.

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The Ajax Arena

The home stadium of A.F.C. Ajax (Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax), the most famous Dutch soccer club, is impressive in its architecture. World of Ajax Tours have been organized especially to visit the ArenA stadium, which is located in South East suburb of the city.

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Arena serves not only as the home stadium of Ajax, but is also the biggest and most modern hall of the Dutch capital, where often important concerts and other mass events are organized. Like many modern stadiums, ArenA has a retractable roof, which can be opened when it does not rain. After its construction in 1996, the 51 thousand seats stadium appeared already too small and has been not always lucky for Ajax. There were also some problems with the natural grass pitch of the stadium – it had to be changed four times a year, as the grass did not grow well without a natural wind. Nowadays huge fan ventilators create artificial wind and additionally special grass seeds were developed, which grow better inside the stadium.

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The Ajax Logo

World of Ajax Tour last 1hr 45 minutes and leaves every day at 11:00 12:15 12:45 13:30 14:45 16:00 17:00 There are different tours times in the off season period. Please consult their website for the changed tour times.

Official Ajax Fan Shop

A big (620 sq. m.) shop of Ajax clothes, sports equipment and gadgets is open at the ArenA. The shop may print your own name or the name of your favorite player, as well as your favorite number on an Ajax shirt.

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Arena Boulevard 1-3 1101 AX Amsterdam Zuidoost please consult their website for the opening hours, as they change with different times of the year: Ajax fan shop website: http://english.ajax.nl/The-Stadium/Official-Fan-Shop.htm

How to get to Amsterdam Arena

By car: from the ring A10 take A2 South direction Utrecht and soon exit at the Transferium. Park your car in the Transferium. Walk to the E entry of the ArenA. By metro: lines 50 and 54, from the Central Station take metro to the Amsterdam-Bijlmer-ArenA. Exit the station direction Arena Boulevard. Walk away from the station through the modern commercial centre. You will see the ArenA on your right, with the entry to the famous violent supporters F sector. Walk further, along the Perry Sport shop to see the E entry to the ArenA. By bus: lines 29, 158, 174, 177, 178, exit on a stop Station Bijmer Arena, walk direction the metro statioon and later direction Arena Boulevard.

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AJAX Stadium: Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium Tour Amsterdam

Welcome to a journey through the hallowed halls of Ajax Stadium , known officially as the Johan Cruijff ArenA – a modern coliseum where the spirit of Dutch football lives and breathes. Nestled in the bustling city of Amsterdam, this stadium is not just an architectural marvel but a sanctuary of sports history that has witnessed the rise of football legends.

The legacy of Johan Cruijff

Ajax vip experience tour, included with the ajax stadium vip tour, price and how to get your ticket, available stadium tours:, location ajax stadium tour.

Before we delve into the tour, let’s pay homage to the man behind the name: Johan Cruijff . A figure synonymous with Dutch football, Cruijff revolutionized the game with his philosophy and playing style. This stadium, bearing his name, is a tribute to his legacy and a beacon for future generations.

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Visit the home stadium of Ajax Football club, named after their most legendary player. Johan Cruijff ArenA is the largest stadium in the Netherlands, and this tour gives you access to the most exclusive areas.

Follow your guide to the Ajax dressing room, where world-renowned players get prepared on match day. Head to the boardroom, where powerful decisions are made and an area that is only accessible to management during matches.

Ascend to a skybox and enjoy the most fantastic views of the pitch alongside your free drink. Head home with a unique scarf of the Johan Cruijff ArenA.

The Gallery of Fame is also part of this exciting tour. This will guide you through the history of Ajax, starting with the European domination in the seventies, the following league titles and maybe even a glimpse of the future.

During your Ajax stadium tour you can buy the best Ajax stuff in the official Ajax fan shop.

  • 2 hour guided tour
  • Visit the stadium as a VIP and see exclusive areas.
  • Unique Johan Cruijff ArenA scarf
  • Enjoy a free soft drink in an exclusive skybox.
  • Explore the official dressing room of Ajax.
  • 10% discount at the Ajax Fanshop
  • 10% discount on typical Dutch snack at Febo Boulevard

The Ajax Stadium tour is very populair in Amsterdam and you will have to buy your tickets online. You will have to choose your day and time for your ticket.

You will not need to print your ticket. You get entrance with your smartphone.

The Arena Stadion VIP tour is a popular activity in Amsterdam. As a result, the tour is often sold out. Below, you can see in the calendar whether there is still availability and book your tour directly.

Enter the Johan Cruijff Arena at Main Entrance E. If you come by public transport, take metro line 50 or 54, stop Bijlmer ArenA

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Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium Tours, Amsterdam – Home of Ajax Football Club

Last Updated on November 17, 2023

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Introduction

Football  (soccer if you are American) is the most popular sport in Europe and this also holds true for the city of  Amsterdam .

Amsterdam is home to one of Holland’s top football clubs, Ajax Football Club , one of the most successful teams in Dutch footballing history.

Ajax are particularly famous around Europe because of their development of younger players, and what is named the ‘Ajax Youth Training Program’.

Ajax is also known for its female football team, which is one of the best-run female football clubs in the world.

1. About the Stadium

The stadium used to be known as ‘Amsterdam Arena’.

It was rebranded and renamed in 2018 to honor one if not the most famous players ever to play for Ajax, Johan Cruyff .

The stadium serves as the iconic home stadium for the renowned football club, AFC Ajax.

But this stadium is more than just a venue; it’s a shrine where football dreams come to life.

2. Photos from Our Visit

Ajax Football Club press room

I always get Valeria to sit in the press room area when we visit stadiums around the world and this is Valeria in the press room of Ajax Football Club.

Make sure to do the tour on non-matchdays, if you can, in order to have access to this room on the tour.

During the tour, you will be guided into the main pitch area and have a chance to sit in the main stadium seats and walk to the edge of the pitch.

Sitting in the Amsterdam Arena football seats

You are also given 5 minutes or so to sit in the stadium and enjoy a fan’s view of the pitch and inner stadium area. It’s a good photo opportunity.

VIP seats in the stadium

It was especially interesting to see and hear about the VIP seating area in the Johan Cruyff stadium.

Apart from extremely comfortable leather seats, as a VIP you can expect precision temperatures around your seat thanks to smart sensors.

The stadium is very much a ‘Smart’ stadium technologically speaking with:

  • More than 4000 solar panels on the roof
  • Smart sensors on and around the pitch to monitor the temperature
  • Its own windmill nearby that generates power for the stadium
  • Sustainable heating

Amsterdam Arena was the first stadium in Europe with a sliding roof, a design that quickly caught on and is now visible in many stadiums around the country.

You can read in more detail about the sustainability of the stadium here .

Pitch view inside the Johan Cruyff Stadium in Amsterdam

The Johan Cruyff Stadium is one of the smaller stadiums in Europe for Champions League teams and it has a capacity of just under 56,000.

What I really love about this stadium though, even more than the likes of the Nou Camp , Millenium Stadium , or Wembley Stadium , is that this stadium creates a sense of real unity and togetherness because of its compactness.

I have been in the stadium also for a match and the atmosphere can be electric with the noise so loud in the stadium!

This stadium in terms of atmosphere reminds me a lot of seeing RCD Espanyol play at home in Barcelona.

RCD Espanyol is a small club compared to FC Barcelona but I prefer the amazing atmosphere at the RCD at their Stage Front Stadium , an atmosphere that resembles that of Ajax.

Paul’s Thoughts on the Tour

I genuinely really enjoyed this tour and it is actually one of the best stadium tours I have been on, partly because I found the information about the technology and how they have developed the stadium, fascinating.

I wouldn’t travel to Amsterdam especially to see the stadium to be honest (like any stadium) but if you are going to be in Amsterdam anyway and are a sports fan, then 100% I would recommend it.

3. Booking a Tour of the Johan Cruyff Tour

Where to stay in amsterdam.

There are so many accommodation options as a visitor to Amsterdam but I always use bookings.com to find accommodation.

I have visited Amsterdam many times over the years and these are two hotels I have stayed in and enjoyed.

Ibis Amsterdam Stopera

For people who like staying in comfort, this hotel offers rooms with beginning prices of Euros 150. It’s in a great central location and is near to lots of good bars, restaurants, and the main attractions. The hotel can be found at Valkenburgerstraat 68.

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Hotel Pulitzer Amsterdam

One of my go-to hotels, i.e. my favourite place to stay in Amsterdam as I love the location and I find it decent value.

It provides excellent accommodation although it is a little expensive, so you might want a more budget option if staying for several days in Amsterdam.

FAQs on the Stadium Tour

When can i do the tours.

The Johan Cruyff Arena offers tours on both matchdays and non-matchdays, each providing a unique perspective.

Matchday tours allow you to witness the stadium’s transformation as it comes alive with the energy of thousands of passionate fans.

On non-matchdays , you can explore the stadium in a more serene setting, appreciating its architectural brilliance and history.

To see the stadium itself I would actually recommend making sure you do it on a non-match day so that you can see areas such as the press room and changing rooms.

Getting to the Stadium

To get from the center of Amsterdam to the Johan Cruijff Arena (formerly known as Amsterdam Arena), you have several transportation options:

The most convenient way to reach the Johan Cruijff Arena is by taking the metro. Follow these steps:

Start at Amsterdam Central Station, which is the main train station in the center of Amsterdam.

Head to the metro station located directly under Amsterdam Central Station.

Take Metro Line 54 (Gein) or Line 50 (Isolatorweg) towards Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena Station.

The Johan Cruijff Arena is adjacent to Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena Station.

You will see the stadium as you walk out of the station exit.

If you prefer to take a train, you can take a sprinter train from Amsterdam Central Station to Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena Station.

The journey is short, and the station is within walking distance of the Johan Cruijff Arena.

You can also take tram line 54 from Amsterdam Central Station to the Johan Cruijff Arena. It’s a slightly slower option compared to the metro but offers a scenic route.

Amsterdam is a bicycle-friendly city, and you can rent a bicycle to get to the Johan Cruijff Arena.

It’s a pleasant ride, and there are bike racks available near the stadium for parking.

5. Taxi or Ride-Sharing

The journey is relatively short so it will not be that expensive if you use Uber or a taxi.

If you enjoy walking, it is certainly possible to walk to the Johan Cruijff Arena from some parts of the city center.

However, it will take you approximately 45 minutes.

Location of the Johan Cruyff Stadium

Here’s a map for locating the stadium, which is located in Zuid-Oost, Amsterdam.

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Johan Cruijff Arena

The Johan Cruyff Arena , until 2018 called the Amsterdam ArenA, is the largest stadium in the Netherlands. It is located on ArenA Boulevard in an area full of shopping venues, restaurants and clubs 10 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam.

The stadium, designed by architects Rob Schuurman and Sjoerd Soeters and opened in August 1996, is not only the home of the football club AFC Ajax but also hosts concerts and numerous other events.

The impressive Amsterdam ArenA has a movable roof , it was the first European stadium to be equipped with one, and its architecture is based on 2 crossed arches connected by longitudinal beams.

The Amsterdam ArenA is easily accessible by public transport, train and metro, as well as by car.

Sightseeing tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena

To visit the Ajax Stadium, you can take part in a classic tour or the exclusive VIP tour. The advice is to book online before you go, as on certain days of the year, e.g. in connection with matches, the tour is not allowed.

If you have purchased the I Amsterdam City Card , you get a 25% discount at the ticket counter.

Classic tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena

If you buy a ticket for the classic tour , you can walk through the stadium on your own along all the highlights; there are guides along the way who will tell you all about the venue.

VIP tour of the Johan Cruijff Arena

In contrast to the classic tour, with the VIP tour you will be a maximum of 12 people, a guide will accompany you throughout the entire tour and you will have a drink included in the skybox. The duration of the tour is approximately 2 hours.

Concerts and events at the Johan Cruijff Arena

To find out about all the concerts and events taking place at the Johan Cruijff Arena and to purchase tickets, see the website below:

Useful information

Entrance ticket.

  • Monday: 7:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 7:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 7:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Thursday: 7:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Friday: 7:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM  -  6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM  -  6:00 PM

Metro stops

  • Amsterdam, Strandvliet (373 mt)
  • Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA (446 mt)
  • Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer ArenA (500 mt)
  • Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena (528 mt)

Where is located Johan Cruijff Arena

How to save on transport and entrance fees.

City Card allow you to save on public transport and / or on the entrances to the main tourist attractions.

Attractions around

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  • Airport parking

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In the ArenA

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Ajax - PEC Zwolle

Sunday December 17 2023

Would you like to be present at a home match of Ajax? You can order tickets via the Ajax website.

AFC Ajax and PEC Zwolle have only played 43 competition matches against each other, of which Ajax has won 33. The last match the two clubs played against each other on April 30, 2022, was won by Ajax with 3-0.

Driving together

Help reduce the carbon emissions during the Ajax - PEC Zwolle match! Share your empty car seats with other fans or choose a ride to join. Driving together is more fun, better for your wallet and better for the environment. Click on the button below for more information.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • House rules

On the day of a football match or concert The stadium opens 1.5 hours before the start of an Ajax match. Main entrance E opens 2.5 hours before the start of an Ajax match. Different opening hours apply for KNVB matches and concerts. Check our event calendar for current times.

On days without events The Johan Cruijff ArenA is open from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 6 pm. On weekends we are open from 9 am to 6 pm. You enter the stadium via main entrance E.

Plan the fastest journey with our Mobility Portal . Enter your departure address and arrival date and time and immediately see the best trip to the stadium.

Matches With Wizzy Maps you can easily find the closest parking garage and your entrance for your seat. Finding your way in our stadium has never been easier!

Concerten Via Wizzy Maps vind je de locatie van jouw ingang. De ingang op jouw ticket is de juiste ingang waar je gebruik van kan maken. Het is niet mogelijk om via een andere ingang naar binnen te gaan.

To move easily through the stadium, you can use several escalators. Depending on your entrance, these go up to the first or second ring. The escalators are located at several entrances: main entrance E and entrances A, C, G, J and M.

The first ring of the main stand contains sections 001 to 111, each with 21 rows. The remaining sections on the first ring, 012 to 129, contain 31 rows. The numbering of the rows starts at the bottom: row 0 is closest to the field, row 29 is at the top.

The second ring contains 27 rows. The numbering of the rows starts at the bottom: row 1 is closest to the field, row 27 is at the top.

For all information about the accessibility of the stadium, please refer to our Accessibility page.

You can see the various sections on the map. Click on an event in the Calendar . Seat numbers are not visible on our website.

The range of food and drinks varies per section. If you would like to know what is available in your section, go to our event calendar , select your event and section number and check what is on offer.

No, at this moment there aren't any rules or measures.

In this stadium we work with e-tickets and mobile online tickets. Mobile only tickets can only be scanned from your phone since they cannot be printed. E-tickets can be scanned from both your phone and as a printed version.

If you have an e-ticket, we advise you to bring a printed version of your ticket, in case your phone battery cuts out.

Ajax Tickets Ticket sales for Ajax matches can be bought via the website of Ajax . For questions about these tickets, please contact the fancare of Ajax .

KNVB matches Tickets for a KNVB match in the Johan Cruijff ArenA, if still available, can be bought through the ticket shop on our website. Please make an account before purchasing tickets.

Event / concert tickets Ticket sales for an event go through the event organizer and not through the Johan Cruijff ArenA. For questions about the sale of tickets, please contact the relevant organiser. The organiser for a concert is mentioned in the appropriate calendar item.

Every visitor to a concert or football match in the Johan Cruijff ArenA must have a valid admission ticket. If you have lost your ticket or the ticket has been damaged so that the barcode is no longer legible, please report this to the ticket organization from which you bought your ticket. If you still have your ticket, it will have the name of the ticket organization concerned printed on it.

If you are a certificate holder of the Johan Cruijff ArenA and you bought your admission tickets through the Johan Cruijff ArenA, please contact the Front Office department.

House rules and policy

There are no lockers in the stadium. You can, however, store all your belongings at Lockerpoint for a fee.

For more info go to the Lockerpoint site.

Lost and found items that have not been collected will be returned to the hospitality desk at main entrance E after the event. Within 36 hours, we will place found items on the iLost website.

Visitors are not allowed to bring food and drinks into the stadium. There are plenty of food and beverage outlets in the stadium. We give confiscated (unopened) food and drinks to the food bank project in Amsterdam Southeast.

Cameras are allowed when the footage is not used for commercial purposes and does not bother other visitors. The use of a selfie stick in the stadium is not allowed.

Helmets are not allowed in the stadium. You can store your helmet at Lockerpoint for a fee. You can find Lockerpoint at the entrance of Ziggo Dome. There are a limited number of lockers available.

For more information please visit the website of Lockerpoint .

Alcohol is served during an event. Please note that no alcohol is served to visitors under the age of 18.

The Johan Cruijff ArenA is a non-smoking zone so there is a smoking ban throughout the entire stadium.

Bags of A4 size (30 cm x 21 cm x 10 cm) or smaller are allowed into the stadium after a security check. Bigger bags, suitcases or items are not allowed inside. Bags, suitcases and items that are not allowed inside cannot be stored at the entrances of the stadium. Bags bigger than A4 size will be denied at entry.

If you have bags or suitcases you want to store away in a locker, you can do this at the lockers of Lockerpoint . There are two Lockerpoint locations. Click on the links below for more information about the Lockerpoints.

  • Lockerpoint ArenApoort above the Ziggo Dome .
  • Lockerpoint ArenApoort P5 at Villa ArenA .

In the stadium we do not take cash. You can pay only by PIN debit card (also contactless), Mastercard, Visa, Visa Electron, AmEx and VPay.

Can't see your question?

If you can't find the answer to your question among these frequently asked questions or on one of the other pages, please use the contact form to get in touch with us. We are happy to help you with your questions about visiting the Johan Cruijff ArenA!

House rules

Read all practical information here so that your visit can run smoothly.

Bag policy

Bags of A4 size or smaller may be taken into the stadium after inspection. Larger bags will be refused at the entrance.

No alcohol < 18

No alcohol < 18

We do not serve alcohol to visitors under the age of 18.

Smoking ban

Smoking ban

The Johan Cruijff ArenA believes that smoking and sports do not go together. That is why a smoking ban applies throughout the stadium.

Paying in the stadium

Paying in the stadium

In the stadium you can pay only by card, with PIN (also contactless), Mastercard, Visa, Visa Electron, AmEx and VPay. We do not accept cash.

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Ajax - FC Twente

Ajax - FC Twente

On Sunday April 14th, 2024, Ajax will play against FC Twente in the Johan Cruijff ArenA.

Ajax - Excelsior Rotterdam

Ajax - Excelsior Rotterdam

On Sunday April 24th, 2024, Ajax will play against Excelsior in the Johan Cruijff ArenA.

Ajax - Almere City

Ajax - Almere City

On Sunday May 12th, 2024, Ajax will play against Almere City FC in the Johan Cruijff ArenA.

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  1. Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium Tour

    Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium Tours. Are you visiting Amsterdam? Come visit the Johan Cruyff ArenA and step into the shoes of an Ajax player. Book a stadium tour and discover the world of Ajax. You are granted access to exclusive locations which are usually reserved for players and staff on game days. Book now.

  2. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    Levy Europe new public caterer at the Johan Cruijff ArenA. 28 November 2023. The Johan Cruijff ArenA has selected Levy Europe as its new public caterer. Renowned market leader in stadium catering and part of Compass Group, Levy Europe and the ArenA have partnered together to offer the ultimate experience to its two million visitors annually.

  3. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    The Johan Cruijff ArenA is taking the next step on its journey towards making itself sustainable: being Net Positive by 2030. This means that we will be giving back more than we use. Net Positive in 2030

  4. Johan Cruijff ArenA Guided Stadion Tour

    Johan Cruyff ArenA - Johan Cruijff Boulevard 1, 1100DL Amsterdam, the Netherlands. From Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA, it's a 5-minute walk to the entrance of the Johan Cruyff ArenA. Parking is available in the P+R Johan Cruijff ArenA garage under the stadium. Accessibility. The Johan Cruijff ArenA is well accessible for the disabled.

  5. Stadiontour

    Studio & Hybride. A combination between live events and studio settings. With or without guests in the room at a safe 1.5 meters distance. Experience the safe and responsible way in which we organize events,using the latest technology to broadcast live to a wider audience.

  6. Classic Tour Full Experience

    From Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena it is a 5 minute walk to main entrance E. The tour starts at main entrance E. With your ticket you skip the line and start your Tour right away. You can walk through the stadium at your own pace. Experience all the exclusive areas, including the Ajax Gallery of Fame.

  7. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    Visit the ArenA. Visit the ArenA. In the ArenA; Reachability; Accessibility; ... At the end of the Stadium Tour you will see all the prizes that Ajax has won, you can take your time for this and then walk to the fan shop. ... The entrance for the Heineken Experience is on the street side, at Stadshouderskade 78 in Amsterdam.

  8. Johan Cruijff ArenA in Amsterdam

    Johan Cruijff bust at ArenA escalators. The Club: AFC Ajax is the most famous and successful Dutch club having won the European Cup / UEFA Champions League 4 times and the Dutch Eredivisie 36 times. Their peak years came during the early 1970s. Although Ajax had Eredivisie title wins in 2018-19, 2020-21 and 2021-22, it has lost some form of late and the 2023-24 campaign has been poor by past ...

  9. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    The world of AFC Ajax. Step into the world of AFC Ajax with a visit to the Johan Cruijff ArenA! Take an hour-long tour of the stadium in Amsterdam Zuidoost with an experienced guide, to learn all about the ins & outs of the legendary football club. Amsterdam football heroes. Smell the grass, enter the dugout.

  10. Classic Tour

    During the Classic Tour you see the most exclusive hotspots. Feel where only the players walk during Match Days. - EUR 20.00 ... Take a look into the official dressing room of Ajax. Know before you go. From Central Station Amsterdam you take metro 50 or 54 to Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA. From Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena it is a 5 minute walk to main ...

  11. Amsterdam ArenA Tours

    Amsterdam ArenA Tours. The home stadium of A.F.C. Ajax (Amsterdamsche Football Club Ajax), the most famous Dutch soccer club, is impressive in its architecture. World of Ajax Tours have been organized especially to visit the ArenA stadium, which is located in South East suburb of the city.

  12. See Ajax live in the Johan Cruijff ArenA

    Amsterdam Football Club (AFC) Ajax was founded in March 1900 and is historically one of the most successful clubs in the world, one of just five clubs to have earned the right to keep the European Cup. True fans can take the World of Ajax tour and check out the Ajax Museum at the stadium to see the Holy Grail. Email: [email protected].

  13. AJAX Stadium: Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium Tour Amsterdam

    Get to see the inside of the Ajax Stadium in Amsterdam. Visit the home stadium of Ajax Football club, named after their most legendary player. Johan Cruijff ArenA is the largest stadium in the Netherlands, and this tour gives you access to the most exclusive areas. Follow your guide to the Ajax dressing room, where world-renowned players get ...

  14. Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium Tours, in Amsterdam. Ajax Football

    To see the stadium itself I would actually recommend making sure you do it on a non-match day so that you can see areas such as the press room and changing rooms. Getting to the Stadium. To get from the center of Amsterdam to the Johan Cruijff Arena (formerly known as Amsterdam Arena), you have several transportation options: 1. Metro

  15. Johan Cruijff Arena (former Amsterdam Arena), the Ajax stadium

    The Johan Cruyff Arena, until 2018 called the Amsterdam ArenA, is the largest stadium in the Netherlands.It is located on ArenA Boulevard in an area full of shopping venues, restaurants and clubs 10 kilometres from the centre of Amsterdam. The stadium, designed by architects Rob Schuurman and Sjoerd Soeters and opened in August 1996, is not only the home of the football club AFC Ajax but also ...

  16. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    Welcome to the website of the Johan Cruijff ArenA! We want your online experience to be just as good as it is in the stadium. We have placed cookies to ensure you have a smooth visit to the website. The home base of Ajax and the Dutch national team. An iconic location for events and concerts. Unforgettable experiences arise here.

  17. Johan Cruyff Arena

    The Johan Cruyff Arena (Dutch: Johan Cruijff Arena [ˈjoːɦɑŋ ˈkrœyf aːˌreːnaː]; officially stylised as Johan Cruijff ArenA) is the main stadium of the Dutch capital city of Amsterdam and the home stadium of football club AFC Ajax since its opening. Built from 1993 to 1996 at a cost equivalent to €140 million, it is the largest stadium in the country.

  18. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    Visit the ArenA. Visit the ArenA. In the ArenA; Reachability; Accessibility; Reserve your parking spot. ... On Sunday May 12th, 2024, Ajax will play against Almere City FC in the Johan Cruijff ArenA. More information. 24/5 2024 Buy tickets. Concert. Toppers in Concert: 2024.

  19. Johan Cruijff ArenA

    The stadium opens 1.5 hours before the start of an Ajax match. Main entrance E opens 2.5 hours before the start of an Ajax match. Different opening hours apply for KNVB matches and concerts. Check our event calendar for current times. On days without events The Johan Cruijff ArenA is open from Monday to Friday from 7 am to 6 pm.

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    Studio & Hybride. A combination between live events and studio settings. With or without guests in the room at a safe 1.5 meters distance. Experience the safe and responsible way in which we organize events,using the latest technology to broadcast live to a wider audience.

  21. [Video] David James Davis on LinkedIn: #cbrepartnerevent #ironmountain

    Exciting day at the Ajax Amsterdam Arena for the CBRE partner event! Iron Mountain is proud to be a preferred supplier of CBRE, delivering successful solutions worldwide.

  22. USWNT Call-Up 16-Year-Old Ajax Starlet Lily Yohannes For First ...

    [+] Maria Caputi during the UEFA Women's Champions League 2023/24 Quarter Final Leg One match between AFC Ajax and Chelsea FC at the Johan Cruijff ArenA on March 19, 2024 in Amsterdam, Netherlands ...