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Beautiful guided tour . Nice , knowledgeable and sociable guide . He explained us a lot about the structure of the stadium and the 'use of spaces . Nice L ' entrance to the field as for the players , the benches on the sidelines , locker rooms and VIP areas with lounges and skyboxes where we were also offered a drink . Highly recommended !
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It was kind of standard stadium tour with all the things you should see during such a tour. The guide was nice and energetic but I think self guided tour would be enough if you are not a huge fan of Ajax, just regular footbal fan :)

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Johan Cruijff ArenA | Home to AFC AJAX

If you're a fan of European football, visiting the Johan Cruijff ArenA should definitely be a part of your bucket list! The Johan Cruijff ArenA stadium has hosted countless important matches, including the 1998 UEFA Champions League Final, and has been a venue for the Dutch national team during crucial international fixtures. This place holds a whopping 55,885 people, and it's the home turf for the Dutch National Football Team and club, AFC Ajax.

Why book Johan Cruijff ArenA tours

Visitors enjoying drinks and a view of the field during a VIP tour at Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam.
Visitors on Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour wearing lanyards, near stadium seating.
Visitors taking a selfie in the Johan Cruijff ArenA locker room during the Classic Tour.
Mural of a football player with number 14 at Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam.
Johan Cruijff ArenA interior with empty red seats and field, Amsterdam.
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Behind the scenes access

Get access to the Players' Dressing Rooms, Mixed Zone, Players' Tunnel, Pitch, Manager’s Dug-out, and Ajax Gallery of Fame. You can also upgrade your tickets to see restricted areas like the Boardroom, Sky Lounge, Royal Lodge & Press Room.

See the home of Ajax FC

The Johan Cruijff ArenA is the home stadium of Ajax, four-time Champions League winners. Touring the arena lets you walk in the footsteps of legendary players, like Johan Cruijff and Frank Rijkaard, and see one of the most famous football grounds.

Behind-the-scenes access

The tour provides exclusive behind-the-scenes access to areas usually off-limits to the public, such as the locker rooms, the players’ tunnel, press rooms, and VIP sections.

Stadium history

Originally called the Amsterdam Arena, it got a name change in 2018 to honor Johan Cruijff, one of the greatest football stars ever.

Unique architecture

Opened in 1996, it was one of the first stadiums in Europe to feature a retractable roof. Designed by Dutch architect Rob Schuurman, the stadium resembles a flying saucer! Inside, the stairwells twist and turn like giant shoelaces. The stadium is also a UEFA-classified Category 4 stadium - a luxury stadium of the highest category.

Which Johan Cruijff ArenA tour is best for you

Classic tour

Duration: 30-60 mins
Guide: Optional upgrade

  • Get a glimpse of the Ajax dressing room, mixed zone, the player's tunnel, the pitch, the manager's dug-out, press room, and the Ajax Gallery of Fame, all within an hour.

Recommended tours:

Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour

VIP tours

Duration: 2 hours
Guide: Yes

  • Join a professional tour guide for a VIP experience and get exclusive access to parts of the Johan Cruijff ArenA as well as a free cold drink and an exclusive scarf.

Recommended tour:

Johan Cruijff ArenA VIP Tour

Combo tours

Duration: Flexible
Guide: No

  • Save time and money on a combo tour which includes a self-guided tour of the Johan Cruijff ArenA and an Amsterdam Canal Cruise, entry to the Heineken Experience, or entry to AMAZE Amsterdam.

Recommended tour:

  • Johan Cruijff ArenA + Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise Tickets
  • Heineken Experience + Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour Tickets

Discounted tickets: Tickets for infants from age 0 to 4 are free, while children under 13 get discounted prices. For more details, please check your tickets before purchasing.

Johan Cruijff ArenA highlights

Players’ Tunnel

Experience the adrenaline rush as you walk through the famous players’ tunnel that Ajax players walk through to enter the pitch. The stadium often plays crowd sound effects as you emerge onto the field, simulating the goosebumps moment of match day. This multisensory touch makes every visitor feel like a star player for a moment.

Pitch & Dugout

Stand pitchside in the 55,000-seat stadium, walk along the grass edge, or even onto the field, and imagine the roar of the crowd. You can sit in the team dugouts where the Ajax coach and substitutes are during matches—a prime photo op with the stadium as backdrop. This unrestricted view of the arena from a player’s perspective is a tour centerpiece.

Home & Away Dressing Rooms

A peek into the Ajax home dressing room showcases the stalls of players, with jerseys hung, including Tadic’s #10 and Alvarez’s #4. Learn about pre-game routines and superstitions. If Ajax’s locker room is in use or being prepared, the tour instead shows a VIP dressing area or the visitors’ locker room for an interesting contrast.

Press Room & Mixed Zone

Try out the hot seat in the press conference room where managers give post-game interviews. Pose with a mock microphone or sit behind the press desk, recreating the feeling of post-match interviews. In the adjacent mixed zone, learn how media meet players after games where global press converge, adding depth to the tour experience.

Ajax Gallery of Fame

Explore the Ajax museum and trophy exhibit to see the club’s history come alive through displays of Eredivisie championship shields, European Cup trophies from the 1970s and 1995 Champions League, and memorabilia like Johan Cruyff’s jersey and boots. See the shrine of silverware and the jersey #14 of Cruijff up close, amongst interactive exhibits.

Skybox

Soak in a bird’s-eye view from a luxury skybox or the Royal Lounge. Accompanied by a complimentary drink with the VIP tour, this stop lets you witness the stadium’s scale and design in comfort and hear stories of VIP guests and even the Dutch Royal Family’s connections, including how the “Royal Box” is used by players’ families.

Plan your visit to Johan Cruijff ArenA

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  • Monday to Friday: 7am to 6pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9am to 6pm

Note: On match days, only visitors with tickets to a match on the same day can go on a Matchday Stadium Tour. Note that the Ajax Dressing Rooms will not be accessible during Matchday tours. On the day of an Ajax match, the stadium opens 1.5 hours before the start, while the main entrance E is open 2.5 hours before the match.

Closed on: Tours are not available on concert days.

Last entry: The last tour departs at 4:30pm

Address: Johan Cruijff Boulevard 1, 1100 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps

  • By bus: 120, 300, 41
    Nearest stops: Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena, Station Bijlmer Arena and Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena (Perron B)
  • By metro: 50 and 54
    Nearest station: Bijlmer Arena station
  • By train: IC & SPR
    Nearest station: Bijlmer Arena station
  • By car: 8.2 kms (From city center)
    Car parking: P1-the Transferium, under the stadium
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  • Toilets: Toilets are present in all sections of the stadium. Accessible toilets are located at main entrance E and near the spaces for people with reduced mobility.
  • First-aid: The stadium has 4 first-aid posts: on the north and south sides of Ring 1 and on the north and south sides of Ring 2.
  • Parking: Paid parking facilities are available in and around the stadium. You can book your parking spaces here.
  • Shop: You can buy merchandise including custom jerseys, mugs, keychains, footballs, and more at the Ajax Fanshop. You can also shop for souvenirs online.
  • Drinks: Visitors can enjoy hot and cold drinks at the lounge.
  • Food stalls: Food establishments available in the stadium are Kick's fresh sandwiches, Catering Club, Mr. Long, Food Salon Snacks, Kiosk drink and bites, and a coffee cart.
  • Escalators: Find escalators at the main entrance E and entrances A, C, G, J, and M.
Visitors seated in Johan Cruijff ArenA, Amsterdam, during VIP tour with scarves.
  • Wheelchair accessibility: This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller-accessible.
  • Lifts: Visitors in wheelchairs can opt for lifts. Lifts go up to the top level. Lifts can be accessed from the Main entrance E and goal-side entrances B and H.
  • Service animals: Guide and service dogs are welcome. You need to request in advance to bring your pet companion. 
Visitors touring the Johan Cruijff ArenA locker room in Amsterdam.
  • Food: Visitors are not allowed to bring food or drinks from outside.
  • Photography: Cameras are allowed for personal purposes, but selfie sticks are banned.
  • Smoking: You cannot smoke inside the stadium. It is a non-smoking zone.
  • Bag policy: Only A4-size bags are allowed inside the stadium.
  • Payments: Ditch the cash - the stadium only accepts card payments.
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Visitor tips

  • The stadium has no locker facility. You can, however, store all your belongings at  Lockerpoint for a fee.
  • Show up 15 mins before your tour starts. If you're extra early, you might snag a spot on an earlier tour (but it depends on how many people are there).
  • Weekdays are less crowded, and visiting during off-peak hours, such as early morning or late afternoon, can offer a more relaxed experience.
  • Wondering what the itinerary for your tour is? First, you'll peek into the locker room, then it's on to the field, where you get to snag a seat on the actual bench where the players sit! After that, you can explore the rest at your own pace. This includes the home dressing room, the press room, a trophy room, and a hall of fame wall celebrating legends. The tour ends at the club shop, because who could say no to souvenirs!
  • The climb to the grandstand is very steep, and the "foot space" to the next row of seats is narrow, so be careful walking here. Wear comfortable footwear so you don’t slip.
  • While the Amsterdam Bijlmer ArenA station is closest to the stadium, Strandvliet may be more convenient and will have fewer crowds, depending on where you enter and exit.
  • When leaving, the first few train compartments from Bijlmer ArenA will be packed because they’re closest to the entrance. Make your way to the back for less crowded compartments.
  • If you’re not exploring much of Amsterdam and you’re only in town for a night or two, stay at a nearby hotel. However, if you are interested in checking out museums and the nightlife, stay in the city center or the Amstel region, as the stadium is well-connected by public transport.

Beyond the Johan Cruijff ArenA

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Enjoy a scenic boat ride through the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam canals with an audioguide explaining the city sights. Perfect for a classic Amsterdam experience that is both relaxing and informative.

Heineken Experience

Go on a multisensory brewery tour of the world-famous brand and see historic brewing vats and guided tastings. Enjoy fun, interactive rides like Brew You, and free samples of this iconic blend.

Moco Museum

Perfect for culture and art seekers who are looking for modern art. See contemporary art by the greats, including Banksy, Warhol, Haring, Basquiat, Kusama, and many more.

Frequently Asked Questions about Johan Cruijff ArenA tours

Absolutely! The tour offers fascinating insights into the architecture, history, and event-hosting capabilities of the stadium, making it an engaging experience for all visitors, not just football enthusiasts.