Stade de France: Guided tour Behind-The-Scenes

About this experience

The Stade de France guided tour is a 90-minute behind-the-scenes visit to France's national stadium in Saint-Denis, north of Paris. Opened in 1998 to host the FIFA World Cup final, the stadium is the eighth-largest in Europe with a capacity of around 81,000. The tour runs in French or English and takes visitors through areas normally closed to the public, including the players' tunnel, the dressing rooms, and the pitch-side areas used by athletes and coaching staff on match days. The visit also includes access to the Stade de France museum, which covers the stadium's history alongside the careers of French sporting figures who have competed here, from the 1998 World Cup-winning squad to athletics world record holders. The museum traces key moments in French sport through photographs, kit, and memorabilia. The tour is fully wheelchair accessible and departs from the stadium entrance in Saint-Denis. Tickets cover the guided tour and museum entry, with timeslots available in both languages. For more things to do in Paris, including other guided tours and attractions across the city, further options are listed by area and category.

Highlights

• 90-minute guided tour inside France's national stadium
• Explore the players' tunnel, dressing rooms and pitch-side areas
• Stadium holds around 81,000 spectators, eighth-largest in Europe
• Built to host the 1998 FIFA World Cup final in Saint-Denis
• Tours run in English and French for all visitors
• Museum visit included, covering the stadium's full history

What is included

• 90-minute behind-the-scenes guided tour of the Stade de France in French or English
• Access to the Stade de France museum

Before you go

Arrival and timing Arrive a few minutes before your booked timeslot so the group can set off promptly. The guided tour runs for 90 minutes in total, so factor that into your plans for the day. During the tour Tours are conducted in French or English, so let the team know your preference when you arrive. The route takes you through behind-the-scenes areas of a large working stadium, so wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking on a variety of surfaces. Keep close to your guide, particularly in restricted areas, and follow any instructions given by staff on site. Photography for personal use is generally welcomed in public areas of stadium tours, but follow your guide's instructions if certain areas are off limits. Food and drink may not be permitted in all areas, so check with your guide before eating or drinking during the tour.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.