Estádio da Luz Tour + Benfica Museum: Tickets

Estádio da Luz Tour & Benfica Museum - Tickets and Visitor Information

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What is the Estádio da Luz Tour & Benfica Museum?

• The Estádio da Luz Tour is one of Lisbon's most popular attractions for football fans, offering behind-the-scenes access to the home of S.L. Benfica, Portugal's most successful football club.
• Opened in 2003 ahead of UEFA Euro 2004, the 64,000-seat stadium has hosted major international matches, including the UEFA Euro 2004 Final and the 2014 UEFA Champions League Final.
• Visits also include entry to the Benfica Museum (Museu Benfica – Cosme Damião), where hundreds of trophies, historic memorabilia and interactive exhibits tell the story of Benfica's success since the club was founded in 1904.

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Quick Information

• Address: Estádio da Luz & Museum, Av. Eusébio da Silva Ferreira, 1500-313, Lisbon
• Opening Hours: Daily from 09:30 - 19:00
• Suggested Visit Duration: 2-3 hours
• Ticket Options

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Is the Estádio da Luz & Museum Tour Worth It?

If you're a football fan, it is well worth a visit, yes.

• The tour gives you access to areas normally reserved for players, including the tunnel, pitchside, VIP areas and changing rooms, while the Benfica Museum shows more than a century of club history through trophies, interactive displays and memorabilia.
• Even if you're not a Benfica supporter, it's one of the best stadium tours in Portugal and an excellent attraction for sports fans visiting Lisbon.

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What You Can See During The Tour

• Explore the Estádio da Luz and the Benfica Museum.
• Walk through the players' tunnel and stand pitchside.
• Visit the away team's dressing room.
• See the VIP hospitality areas and Presidential Box.
• See Benfica's trophies, memorabilia and interactive museum exhibits.

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About the Estádio da Luz Tour

Estádio da Luz, meaning "Stadium of Light", is one of Europe's largest football stadiums and has been the home of S.L. Benfica since 2003. With seating for more than 64,000 spectators, it regularly hosts Portuguese league matches, international fixtures and major UEFA competitions.

The stadium tour takes you behind the scenes, while the Benfica Museum tells the story of the club through more than 120 years of history through trophies, multimedia displays and football memorabilia.

History of Estádio da Luz

The original Estádio da Luz opened in 1954 and served as Benfica's home for almost 50 years. The current stadium was built nearby and officially opened in 2003 ahead of UEFA Euro 2004. Since then, it has hosted the UEFA Euro 2004 Final, the 2014 UEFA Champions League Final and matches during the UEFA Champions League Final Eight tournament in 2020.

Highlights On The Stadium Tour

• Dressing Rooms - See the away dressing rooms where players prepare before matches.
• Press Room - Experience the area where the post-match interviews and press conferences take place.
• Pitch Side - Get up close to the pitch, and even walk through the players' tunnel to feel the atmosphere as the players do.
• VIP Areas - See the exclusive areas, including the executive boxes and presidential box.
• ‍Benfica Museum (Museu Benfica - Cosme Damião) - Named after one of the club's founders, Cosme Damião, the museum offers a look at Benfica's history, achievements, and cultural impact.

Exhibits At The Museum:

• Trophies and Awards: See some of the numerous trophies won by Benfica, including domestic league titles, Portuguese Cups, and European honours.
• Historical Artefacts: See items from the club's past, including famous old jerseys, match balls, and photographs.
• Interactive Displays: Enjoy the multimedia exhibits around the museum which provide fun and interesting facts about the club's history.
• Hall of Fame: Highlights some of the greatest players and managers in Benfica’s history, including Eusébio, one of football’s all-time greats!
• Club’s Evolution: Follow Benfica's journey from its founding in 1904 to the present day through exhibits that show the club's growth, achievements and impact on Portuguese football.
• Temporary Exhibits: Rotating exhibits that focus on specific themes, players, or events related to the club.

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