Champions League Away Days: The Best Cities To Visit
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Attending a Champions League match is the perfect way to admire the best players in European football whilst visiting some of the continent’s best cities. Whether it’s for a group stage fixture or a knockout showdown, in the following cities you are guaranteed to have an amazing experience.
From our experience, here are some of the best European cities to visit for UEFA Champions League away games.
Madrid, Spain
According to the latest financial reports by Forbes, the Spanish capital is the home of Real Madrid; the world’s most valuable football club. This vibrant city is no stranger to exciting football matches such as Champions League games. Real Madrid plays at the historic and updated Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The venue has been transformed recently, making it one of Europe’s top football venues.
If you’re visiting Madrid for a Champions League fixture, the city has many things to explore. Spain’s capital city has a mix of cosmopolitan vibes and traditional Spanish culture. The second-largest metropolis in Europe has world-leading art museums and some of Spain’s most iconic architecture. If you have the opportunity to watch Real Madrid in the Champions League, we highly recommend it.
Teams: Real Madrid. Atletico Madrid
Barcelona, Spain
During the current season, the iconic Nou Camp stadium is being totally refurbished, the designs will make it one of the best in world football. Even so, Barcelona is still one of Europe’s premier football destinations.
Barcelona is one of the most unique cities in Europe, we highly recommend a trip. The locals are extremely proud of their Catalonian identity and will be happy to explain to the tourists when asked. The city is located on the Mediterranean and is located next to sandy beaches. Barcelona is one of the only European destinations that will allow visiting fans to soak up the sun in the afternoon and head to the stadium in the night. Key destinations to visit in Barcelona are The Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas. For the football fans that want to experience nightlife after the match, Barcelona boasts some of Europe’s best night clubs on the continent.
Team: FC Barcelona
Munich, Germany
Few German cities can rival the football history of Munich. The Bavarian capital is home to the Bundesliga’s most successful club; FC Bayern Munich. Their home ground, the Allianz Arena, is one of the world’s best stadiums.
Of course, football isn’t Munich’s only calling card. The city is globally renowned for its brilliant beer halls. Munich also has some of Germany’s most beautiful buildings along with fantastic museums, art galleries, and parks. To make the most of Munich, book a longer trip and spend plenty of time exploring the city before the game.
Team: Bayern Munich
Paris, France
Paris is undoubtedly one of Europe’s most picturesque and passionate cities. The French capital is also the home of Paris Saint-Germain, one of the country’s top teams. PSG’s Parc des Princes stadium is part of an international sporting hotspot that also includes the Roland Garros complex.
Paris enjoys outstanding high-speed transport links to many European cities, making it an easy day trip for many fans. Before the game, fans can wander the streets and enjoy a traditional pastry and coffee in one of Paris’s many cafes or brasseries. Paris also has hundreds of world-class bars, museums, and landmarks.
Team: PSG
Rome, Italy
Rome is a primarily known for being world-famous destination for history buffs and art lovers. However, the Eternal City is also one of the best European cities for football fans to visit. The famous Stadio Olimpico plays host to one of Italy’s most enduring sporting rivalries; the Derby della Capitale (Rome Derby) between AS Roma and Lazio. For those fans in the city and can also manage to watch a tickets can cost around 140 which is great value for such an iconic match.
Rome’s football fans are incredibly passionate, which is only natural in a city that has the Colosseum. As such, UEFA Champions League games in Rome provide an incredible atmosphere, especially in the latter stages of the competition. Fans can also enjoy some of Italy’s finest cuisine and tour the local bars for a pre-game aperitivo.
Milan, Italy
Like Rome, Milan is also the epicenter of one of Italian football’s most intense rivalries. The city’s two teams; AC Milan and Inter Milan, are yearly contenders for both the Serie A title and Champions League glory. The team’s both share the San Siro stadium which is always full and amplified by the passionate atmosphere.
Known for being one of the fashion capitals of the world, Milan is located in northern Italy and can be reached easily from many of Europe’s main cities. We recommend arriving in the city a day early to explore the city. The centre of Milan is the Cathedral which is where most away fans congregate on game day.
Teams: AC Milan, Inter
For those fans outside of the UK, we highly recommend London as another destination to visit for the Champions League. Whether it is Arsenal in the Champions League, Chelsea or Tottenham, the city is one of the best in the world. If you have the opportunity to be in the capital of England and the United Kingdom as well as watch European football, be sure to do so, London will not disappoint.
