Britain is the home of modern football, and for visitors, exploring its iconic stadiums offers a unique way to experience the country’s culture. These aren’t just places to watch matches -they’re where history has been made, legends have played, and unforgettable moments have taken place.
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off on 11 June, discover stadium tours across London and beyond, where visitors can go behind the scenes and step into areas usually reserved for players, coaches and media.
Wembley Stadium (London)
Wembley is arguably the most famous football stadium in England – a venue that has hosted everything from the 1966 World Cup Final to major Champions League matches and global concerts.
A visit here goes far beyond simply seeing the pitch – walk in the steps of football legends through the players’ tunnel, step into the dressing rooms where the greats got ready for major finals, and visit the press conference room where famous quotes were uttered. Plus, take in the scale of the stadium as you stand pitch-side before experiencing the Royal Box where captains lift their new trophies.
The tour also brings Wembley’s history to life through exhibits like the 1966 World Cup crossbar, the Jules Rimet Trophy, and treasures from the archives as far back at the 1920s, giving visitors a deeper understanding of its global significance. A tour of Wembley is not just about football – it’s an experience in sports history.
Arsenal Emirates Stadium (London)
At Arsenal’s Emirates Stadium, the experience is highly immersive and detailed, offering access to both the club’s modern home and its rich past.
Visitors can explore well beyond what a normal match day experience brings – from the players’ entrance and tunnel, home and away dressing rooms, pitch-side area and dugout, press conference and media lounge, plus the Directors’ Box and Diamond Club.
The tour is enhanced by state‑of‑the‑art multimedia handsets, allowing you to relive key moments in Arsenal’s history as you move through the stadium.
The experience also includes the Arsenal Museum, where highlights include memorabilia from the unbeaten ‘Invincibles’ season of 2003-4, historic kits and trophies, plus interactive displays and video theatres to enjoy.
A tour of the Arsenal Emirates Stadium combines the worlds of technology, storytelling and history into one experience.
Chelsea FC Stadium & Museum (London)
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s stadium tour focuses heavily on atmosphere and storytelling, brought to life by knowledgeable and passionate guides.
During the experience, visitors can sit behind the desk of the press room, step inside the home dressing room, walk through the players tunnel and stand pitch-side to take in the full stadium.
You’ll also enjoy entry to the Chelsea FC Museum where you can trace the club’s growth into a global football presence, see major trophies from the Champions League and Europa League, plus learn about Chelsea’s on-pitch successes and off-pitch evolution.
A tour of Stamford Bridge allows you to place yourself directly into magical matchday moments without the crowds – from press interviews to walking onto the pitch.
Liverpool FC – Anfield Stadium
Few stadium experiences feel as emotional or historic as a visit to Anfield, home of Liverpool FC.
This interactive and immersive tour takes you deep behind the scenes, allowing you to touch the iconic ‘This is Anfield’ sign before walking through the players’ tunnel, sit in the manager’s dugout, explore the home and away dressing rooms, before visiting the famous press conference room.
The experience begins in the Main Stand, where multimedia guides share insights into the stadium’s history alongside panoramic views of the Liverpool skyline. Be sure to snap photos in iconic locations and learn about the club’s legacy through interactive technology. A perfect blend of atmosphere and history, a tour of Liverpool’s famous Anfield stadium is an experience to remember – even without a live crowd.
Manchester City – Etihad Stadium & National Football Museum
For a modern football experience, Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium offers a highly interactive guided tour using the latest technology.
Imagine being on the squad as you sit in the dugout seats, stand pitch-side to take in the stadium without the crowds, walk our of the glass players’ tunnel and experience the press room with exclusive interactive elements. Your tour includes state of the art media guides in several languages, including French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Spanish, Korean, Arabic, and Portuguese.
National Football Museum (Manchester)
This experience is complemented by a visit to the National Football Museum, where visitors can explore four themed galleries, interactive football games, seasonal exhibitions and workshops showing the history of the ‘Beautiful Game’.
Take a photo alongside iconic trophies in the Pitch Gallery, learn about the original laws of the game in the Match Gallery and put your own skills to the test in the Play Gallery. Not only will you appreciate the modern side of the game, you’ll be able to explore the history behind it all as well.
Football stadium tours in England offer something for everyone – not just fans. Not only do they provide behind-the-scenes access to the elite sports, they also offer interactive, family-friendly experiences and a deeper understanding of British culture.
Easy to include in a London itinerary, available year-round (outside of match-days), and suitable for ages, they’re a perfect addition to your trip to the UK.
Football is deeply embedded in everyday life in Britain, and visiting its stadiums offers a unique window into that culture. Whether you’re exploring Wembley’s historic halls, stepping into the dressing room at Chelsea, sitting in the Manchester City dugout, seeing never-before-seen footage from Arsenal or walking through the tunnel at Anfield, these experiences bring the game to life in a way that watching alone never could.
If you want to truly experience football in England – don’t just watch it. Step inside it.
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