Who can you see?
Guide to Wembley Stadium
Going to Wembley Stadium? Here's where to eat, drink and stay
London is one of the best places in the world to see the biggest global stars live on stage. We've created a group of posts looking at the most famous live music venues in London - and where you can eat, drink and visit nearby. Having hosted some of the most famous gigs of all time, like Live Aid in 1985, Wembley Stadium rightly takes its place in the list.
Who can you see?
You know you have made it in music when you can shout out the famous words "Hello Wembley". Due to the sheer size of the venue, only the biggest names in music play here - and the huge sets and lighting shows make it a spectacular experience. Headline acts in 2022 include Coldplay, Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles.
Sporting events on offer are the FA Cup semi-finals and final and the England football team's home games. Rugby League and Union along with American Football games will also grace the turf.
Capacity
The new Wembley reopened in 2007 and now has 90,000 seats. Its design means there are no obstructed views. For concerts the pitch is covered by specially designed protective panels which means a maximum of 25,000 fans can stand and dance along to the music without damaging the hallowed turf.
Did you know? Spanning 315 metres, the arch can be seen right across London and it is the longest single span roof structure in the world.
What's the sound like?
The acoustics change with the roof closed and the new design means you all sit in a single bowl rather than four separate stands - making for a more consistent sound and atmosphere. The acoustics and sound systems were designed using computer modelling and crowd noise from the 1999 FA Cup Final and three blasts of white noise put out during the England v Poland game in 2000 - to get the right balance.
Eating and drinking
There is little chance of going hungry at the Stadium as it has eight restaurants, 98 kitchens and 688 food and drink outlets. The venue also has 34 bars. Some events let you take in a small quantity of food, but bottles and cans are not allowed and there is a strict ban on taking in alcohol.
- The nearby London Designer Outlet has loads of places to eat and drink so you can get your chicken (Nando’s), pizza (Pizza) Express and noodles (Wagamama's)
- Wembley Tandoori, which is under the Wembley Stadium Arch is a good call if you want to stay closer to the astadium - try their Nepalese dishes.
- If you come into Wembley Central, try Ealing Road for a range of curry houses.
- The Green Man Pub & Hotel has a large beer garden if you fancy sitting outside for some pub grub and drinks - while The Torch is a well-known sports pub.
FUN FACT: It is estimated that during half time at a major game c40,000 pints of beer can be served up to thirsty fans.
Getting there
- Tube: Wembley Park Station: Jubilee & Metropolitan lines, Wembley Central Station: Bakerloo & London Overground.
- Train: Wembley Stadium Station (Trains from Marylebone)
- Buses: Nos 18, 83, 92 and 224 serve the stadium
- Car: Official car park with limited space
Down for a day? Here is what you can do near Wembley
Start with finding out more about the home of English Football by taking a behind-the-scenes tour of Wembley Stadium. You can follow in the footstep of famous footballers by climbing the steps to the Royal Box and go and sit in the dug-out for the manager's view of the pitch.
The London Designer Outlet in Wembley Park has big-name store outlets offering deals than you can't generally find on the High Street. Sports brands like Nike and Adidas are well represented and M&S, H&M and Superdry have outlets in the complex.
This is also the place to head for restaurants with Nandos, Ping Pong and Prezzo among the well-known chains with branches here.
If you are visiting with the kids, the leafy King Edward VII Park Wembley is a few minutes walk away. It holds a Green Flag Award has a playground and outdoor gym.
WEMBLEY STADIUM FACT: The old stadium had just 39 steps to negotiate to get a trophy, now when you visit you will have to clamber up 107.
Staying there: Hotels nearby
We have put together a few hotels near Wembley Stadium for you to choose from as well as an additional option if you want to be closer to the centre of London.
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