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Johan Cruyff Arena – stadium tour tickets, prices, discounts

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The Johan Cruyff Arena is home to Ajax, Amsterdam’s favorite soccer club.

The stadium was inaugurated in 1996 as Amsterdam Arena, but in 2018, its name was changed to Johan Cruyff Arena to honor the city’s most famous soccer player.

Locals and tourists love to tour Johan Cruyff Arena and learn about the home of Ajax club.

This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for Johan Cruyff stadium tour.

What to expect on the stadium tour

You don’t need to be a soccer player or Ajax fan to go on a tour of Johan Cruyff Stadium in Amsterdam.

During the stadium tour, you will walk through the players’ tunnel like a pro footballer to where it all happens – the pitch, the dug-outs, and the main stand.

You will also visit the Ajax locker and the visitors’ locker room and see where your favorite players get ready for the action on the field.

At Ajax Gallery of Fame, you will meet the past and present Ajax heroes. Here, you will also learn about Johan Cruyff, the greatest footballer produced by the Netherlands.

Do not miss out on the virtual reality experience, which lets you step into the shoes of a professional football player and experience the roar of the crowd in a packed stadium.

During your guided football stadium tour, you will also explore the mixed zone and the press room.

Cruyff Arena Stadium Tours Price
Johan Cruyff Arena Classic Tour €20
VIP Tour of Johan Cruyff Arena €45

Note: The Ajax dressing room is not part of the stadium tour during the Ajax team’s away games. When the Ajax club plays at home, the stadium tour itself is unavailable.


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Where to book tickets

Tickets for Johan Cruyff Stadium Tour can be purchased online or in person at the attraction.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the attraction.

When you buy online, you can avoid the long queues at the ticket counters. 

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot.

Because some attractions sell a limited number of tickets due to their high demand, booking early helps avoid last-minute disappointments.

How do online tickets work

Visit the Johan Cruyff Stadium ticket booking page, select your preferred date, time slot, and number of tickets, and buy the tickets right away.

After making the purchase, you will receive the tickets in your email. 

Ticket printouts are not required.

You can enter the attraction by showing the e-ticket on your smartphone.

Johan Cruyff Arena Tour ticket prices

Tickets for Johan Cruyff Stadium Tour are priced at €20 for visitors aged 13 and above.

Children between five and 12 years get a discount of €6 and pay only €14 for entry.

Children under the age of four can enter for free.

Johan Cruyff Arena Tour tickets

With our exclusive stadium tour, you will have the opportunity to go behind the scenes and explore areas normally reserved for players.

Discover the secrets of the stadium and visit places where the players have been.

This Johan Cruyff Arena ticket gets you access to the players’ tunnel, the pitch, dug-outs, main stand, Ajax locker, Visitors’ locker, Ajax Gallery of Fame, Johan Cruyff’s corner, mixed zone, and the press room.

You will also love the virtual reality experience, which lets you step into the shoes of a professional football player.

This Johan Cruyff stadium ticket also comes with a special discount at the Official Ajax Fanshop and Febo Boulevard.

Ticket Prices

Adult Ticket (13+ years): €20
Child Ticket (5 to 12 years): €14
Infant Ticket (up to 4 years): Free

VIP Tour of Johan Cruyff Arena

On this VIP tour, you can access the most exclusive areas of Ajax Football Club’s home stadium.

Your guide will take you to the Ajax dressing room, where world-renowned players prepare for matches. You will also visit the boardroom, where powerful decisions are made.

Afterwards, you will ascend to a skybox and relish the stunning pitch views while enjoying a free drink.

You will also receive a unique scarf from the Johan Cruyff Arena as a souvenir.

Ticket Prices

Adult Ticket (13+ years): €45
Child Ticket (5 to 12 years): €20
Infant Ticket (up to 4 years): Free

Johan Cruyff Stadium Tour and Canal Cruise

Since the Johan Cruyff Stadium tour lasts 90 minutes to two hours, some tourists prefer to add a Canal Cruise to the day’s itinerary. 

Once you have seen the stadium of AFC Ajax, you board one of the canal cruises and see the UNESCO-listed canal district in Amsterdam.

You will love the elegant houses lining the canals and passing under low, romantic bridges during the cruise.

Adult Ticket (13+ years): €32.50
Child Ticket (5 to 12 years): €21.50
Infant Ticket (up to 4 years): Free

Free entry into the stadium

I Amsterdam City Card helps you enter the Johan Cruyff Arena Amsterdam for free.

When you buy the Amsterdam Discount Card, you get free access to 70 Museums and attractions in Amsterdam, one free canal cruise, and free travel on public transport for a flat fee. 

If you already have the I Amsterdam Card, you do not need to reserve a time slot – reach Entrance E of the stadium and present your valid City Card to enter.

Cost of I Amsterdam Card

24-hours card: €60
48-hours card: €85
72-hours card: €110
96-hours card: €125
120-hours card: €135

When planning a trip to the Johan Cruyff Arena, make sure to check out the De Kuip Stadium tour in Rotterdam.


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How to reach Johan Cruyff Arena

Johan Cruyff Arena is located in the South East area of the city and is easily accessible by train or metro from Amsterdam City Centre.

Address: Johan Cruyff Boulevard 1, 1101 AX Amsterdam, Netherlands. Get Directions.

You can reach Johan Cruyff Arena via both public and private transport.

By Subway

Johan Cruyff Arena is only 5 minutes from the Amsterdam Bijlmer Arena. Take subway services M50, M54.

The Arena is only 5 minutes from the Station Amsterdam Arena. Take subway services M50, M54.

By Car

If you’re traveling by car, turn on Google Maps and get started.

If you are driving to the stadium, you can park in P1 (the Transferium), under the stadium. 

Johan Cruyff Stadium Tour timings

Johan Cruyff Arena tours are available from 9.30 am to 4.30 pm, every day of the week.

On weekdays, guided tours depart every half hour with a maximum of 25 people per tour. 

On Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays, self-guided tours depart every five minutes.

When the Ajax team plays matches at home, the tours aren’t available. 

Tours do not operate on 1st January and 27th April. Opening hours and tour departure times are subject to change on and around event days and match days.

Best time to visit Johan Cruyff Arena

If you’re a football enthusiast and want to experience the electric atmosphere of a live match, attending a game at the Johan Cruyff Arena is the ultimate experience. Check the schedule of AFC Ajax matches and plan your visit accordingly.

For a comprehensive tour of the Johan Cruyff Arena, including access to various stadium areas, consider visiting on a non-match day.

If you prefer a quieter and less crowded experience, consider visiting during weekdays, especially in the morning or early afternoon.

How long does the tour take

A complete tour of Johan Cruyff Arena in Amsterdam takes 90 minutes to two hours.

During this tour, you’ll have the opportunity to explore key areas of the stadium, such as players’ tunnel, the pitch, dug-outs, the main stand, Ajax locker, Visitors’ locker, Ajax Gallery of Fame, Johan Cruyff’s corner, mixed zone, and the press room.


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Johan Cruyff Stadium Tour FAQs

Here are some of the frequently asked questions about the Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium Tour.

What is the cancellation policy to get a full refund of Johan Cruyff Arena tour tickets?

You must cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before the experience begins to get a full refund.

Are there guided tours available, or can I explore the stadium on my own?

Johan Cruyff Arena’s Classic tour is a self-guided experience, while a live guide leads its VIP Stadium tour. At the end of the VIP tour, you also take home a team scarf as a souvenir.

Is the stadium wheelchair accessible for tours?

Johan Cruyff Arena is wheelchair accessible, and arrangements can be made to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges. It’s advisable to contact the stadium in advance to make the necessary arrangements.

Do they offer multi-language tours for international visitors?

All guides leading Johan Cruyff Stadium tours speak both English and Dutch. However, tourists can also use audio guides available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

Is there a cloakroom where I can leave my belongings?

The Johan Cruyff Arena has a cloakroom where you can leave your belongings for a small fee.

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Sources

# Johancruijffarena.nl
# Wikipedia.org
# Tripadvisor.com
# Iamsterdam.com

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