Allianz Arena: Guide for Visiting Fans

Munich's efficient U-Bahn is by far the easiest way to reach the Allianz Arena. From Marienplatz in the city centre, take the U6 northbound to Fröttmaning station. On any U-Bahn map, Fröttmaning is helpfully labelled with either the word "Arena" or a football icon — you cannot miss it. The travel time from Marienplatz to Fröttmaning is approximately 16 minutes. From Fröttmaning station, it is roughly a 15-minute walk to the stadium, and the route is well-signposted. One important note: Bayern Munich does not include free local transport in the match ticket, so buy a Zone M ticket before you board.

Flying in? Munich International Airport (MUC) is the nearest airport, located about 35 kilometres from the stadium. From the airport, take the S1 or S8 train to Munich Hauptbahnhof (Main Station), then transfer to the U6. Budget around 50–60 minutes total for the airport-to-stadium journey.

Driving? The Allianz Arena is accessible via Munich's A9 motorway — take the Fröttmaning-Nord exit (73) if coming from the north, or München-Fröttmaning-Süd (74) from the south. Rideshare is an option pre-game, but the drop zone is well outside the pedestrian esplanade — you'll still walk 10–15 minutes. Post-game rideshare is near-impossible to get directly outside; see the egress section below.

The Allianz Arena has 9,800 parking spaces and 1,200 VIP parking spaces. For away fans specifically, there is a dedicated away fans' car park in the north of the stadium, open from 10:00 AM on matchday, and access requires presentation of a valid away fan match ticket.

The whole system runs on licence plate recognition — no cash at the barrier. The parking fee is €12 if you register your plate in advance (up to the day before the match) or €15 on matchday. Your registration number must be entered in advance via the Allianz Arena app or registration website. You can pay at on-site machines, but expect a waiting time of about 30 minutes.

The critical caveat: the stadium's own data shows that emptying the parking lots and the departure of some 11,000 cars takes up to 2.5 hours. If you drive, you are essentially committing to being the last ones out of Munich. The U6 is not just more convenient — it's objectively faster. Drive only if you have no alternative.

Don't book near the stadium itself. The Allianz Arena sits in an isolated part of Munich, near residential neighbourhoods, open fields, and a large sewage treatment plant on the other side of the highway. There is nothing to do in Fröttmaning besides go to a football match.

The Allianz Arena is only around 20–30 minutes' travel from the city centre, so a neighbourhood like Schwabing is ideal. Altstadt and Hauptbahnhof are convenient if you want to stay around Marienplatz, whilst Maxvorstadt might be better if you're looking for a trendy, buzzing area. Schwabing in particular puts you on the U6 line with direct access to Fröttmaning, meaning you can roll out of your hotel, hit a Biergarten on Leopoldstraße, and be at the ground in under half an hour.

Price-wise, Munich isn't cheap — budget around €120–200 per night for a decent mid-range option in either neighbourhood. If you are visiting mid-week in the off-season, you can find options closer to €90. Avoid Oktoberfest dates entirely unless you enjoy paying €300 for a broom cupboard.

The honest truth about drinking near the Allianz Arena: the stadium is about 10 km from the city centre and lacks pubs in the vicinity, so most fans opt to enjoy Munich's city centre before heading to the game. The U6 line offers a direct route to the stadium, making it easy to experience the city's nightlife before the match.

Arena-Treff (Kieferngarten): Hop off the U-Bahn at Kieferngarten — the stop just before Fröttmaning — and in 10 minutes you can be enjoying a pre-game beer at the Arena-Treff, which has been a local favourite since 1968. With hearty dishes like Schnitzel and Münchner Schweinebraten and a large screen for match broadcasts, it's a solid place to soak in the pre-match atmosphere. It is a clubhouse, not a trendy bar — wooden benches, Bavarian regulars, no frills — which is exactly right before a Bundesliga match.

Augustiner-Keller (Arnulfstraße, city centre): The best traditional Munich beer hall close to the Hauptbahnhof. Augustiner-Keller on Arnulfstraße is a well-worn recommendation from experienced away fans in Munich — it is quieter than the Hofbräuhaus tourist circuit, the beer is genuinely excellent, and there is a proper outdoor garden. Get there at least 90 minutes before you need to leave for the stadium.

Killian's Irish Pub / Ned Kelly's (Frauenplatz): Ned Kelly's and Killian's are essentially the same operation and, if you're looking to catch international sports, they always have screens going. Located at Frauenplatz in the Altstadt, both are frequented by travelling fans before big European nights and Bundesliga games alike. Not authentically Bavarian, but reliably welcoming and English-speaking.

Hofbräuhaus (Am Platzl): Arguably Germany's most famous brewery, the enormous Hofbräuhaus beer garden and brewery could not be more atmospheric, with a three-story building featuring a beer garden, a ballroom, and local bands playing traditional German music throughout the evening. Yes, it's touristy. Yes, you should still go at least once, preferably the night before the match.

Prohibited items include bags larger than A4 size, professional cameras, large umbrellas, and smoking devices including e-cigarettes. Small, collapsible umbrellas and power banks the size of a phone are permitted. There is no US-style clear bag requirement here — a small backpack at or below A4 dimensions is fine. The standard is enforced; do not roll up with a large backpack and expect to argue your way in.

Gates typically open around 90 minutes before the match. Away fans enter via the north side of the stadium; follow signs for the Gästeblock (guest block). Fan items like flags and drums go through a separate check at Gate 77, with a maximum of five people at a time.

The arena is fully cashless. Bring your debit or credit card, or use mobile contactless payments — cash payment options are not available. If you rely on cash, load an Arena Card with credit at the service points on the esplanade before entering. Food and beverages may not be taken into the stands, but unlike in the UK, supporters are allowed to consume alcohol inside the stadium during the match.

The VdK Bayern disabled persons' association has commended the Allianz Arena management for outstanding disability access planning and implementation at the stadium. There are around 200 special seats for disabled fans on the main level. Accessible parking is available in the dedicated multi-storey car park, which includes 20 parking spaces for disabled people.

The Allianz Arena is equipped with several facilities to ensure disabled fans can enjoy the matchday experience fully. For those requiring accessible parking spaces, permits are available to be requested during the ticket application process, although these are not guaranteed and are on a first-come-first-served basis. Audio-descriptive commentary for those with vision impairments is available at the ground, and there is a wheelchair loan service in place, with several accessibility-dedicated volunteers able to assist on the day. Contact Bayern Munich's ticketing department in advance to confirm arrangements for your specific match.

The away section sits in the third tier of the stadium's northeast corner, across blocks 339–347. Although fans are high up, the stadium's design means you don't feel too far from the action — the view from the away section is actually very good for following the game tactically.

For neutral or home-side tickets, the middle tier is the sweet spot. The lower tier holds up to 20,000, the middle tier up to 24,000, and the upper tier up to 22,000. The lower tier corners convert to standing room for Bundesliga matches — if you want the raw, terrace atmosphere, those blocks are where you want to be (home fans only, realistically). The upper tier is steeply raked, which means genuinely excellent sightlines but a long climb. Avoid the very last rows of the upper tier if you have any issue with heights — it is vertiginous.

The Allianz Arena is intense but not hostile in the way some stadiums in Europe can be. Bayern fans are loud, well-organised, and deeply tribal — the Südkurve ultras are among the best in Germany — but they are not looking for trouble with away supporters as long as you stick to your section and don't do anything stupid in the home end. The one thing that catches visiting fans off-guard is the sheer acoustic force of 70,000 people in a fully covered bowl. The auditorium is fully covered by a roof, under which there are folding blinds to regulate the amount of sunlight. That closed canopy means the noise goes nowhere — it just keeps building. Unlike in the UK, supporters are allowed to consume alcohol in the stadium during the match , which is a pleasant civilisational advance, and means the energy in the away end stays lively. Expect tight stewarding around entry but broadly fair treatment once you are inside.

U-Bahn: The U6 is your best option and your worst option simultaneously. On the positive side, it works. On the negative side, every other person in the stadium has the same idea. Get to Fröttmaning station early — the U6 becomes extremely crowded in the final 30–40 minutes before kickoff , and the same logic applies in reverse post-match. Trains run frequently after games, roughly every 3–5 minutes in the immediate aftermath, but the queues at the station are long. Best strategy: wait 25 minutes after the final whistle — have another beer, watch the stadium clear — then walk to the station and board within two to three trains.

Driving: Emptying the parking lots and the departure of some 11,000 cars takes up to 2.5 hours. The stadium itself recommends guests stay a while after the final whistle and use the post-match offers. Use the München-Fröttmaning-North exit onto the A99 to disperse in any direction. If you need to head back toward the city centre or airport, patience is the only tactic. Leaving at the final whistle means sitting in gridlock for over an hour. Leave 45–60 minutes after the whistle and conditions improve dramatically.

Rideshare: Do not request a pickup outside the esplanade. Uber and Bolt surge significantly after big matches, and drivers cannot physically get close to the stadium. Walk 10–15 minutes south toward residential Schwabing-Freimann, then request your ride. You will pay less and wait less. Realistically, 20–30 minutes after the whistle is the earliest a rideshare pickup works at any reasonable price.

The one tip worth heeding: The U6 with a 25-minute post-match wait beats everything. Every time.

How do I get to Allianz Arena from the city centre?

Take the S-Bahn to Marienplatz, the central transfer hub, then take the U6 underground line in the direction of Garching-Hochbrück to Fröttmaning. Total journey from Marienplatz is around 30 minutes including the 15-minute walk from the station.

How do I get to Allianz Arena from Munich Airport (MUC)?

Munich International Airport (MUC) is about 35 kilometres from the stadium. Take the S1 or S8 to Munich Hauptbahnhof, then transfer to the U6. Allow 60–70 minutes total.

What is the bag policy at Allianz Arena?

No bags larger than A4 size, no professional cameras, no large umbrellas, and no smoking devices including e-cigarettes. Small bags and day-trip sized backpacks within A4 dimensions are fine.

How much does parking cost at Allianz Arena?

Car park spaces cost €12 if booked in advance or €15 on the day. There are machines to pay on-site, but long queues mean you should book in advance via the club's website.

Where do away fans sit at Allianz Arena?

The away section is in the third tier of the stadium's northeast corner, across blocks 339–347. Enter via the north side of the stadium and follow signs for the Gästeblock.

What time do gates open at Allianz Arena?

Gates typically open around 90 minutes before the match. Arrive early — security lines for away fans at Gate 70 can move slowly, especially if you have flags or drums that require separate screening.

Is Allianz Arena cashless?

Yes — the arena is fully cashless. Bring your debit or credit card, or use mobile contactless payments. Cash is not accepted anywhere inside.

Can I drink alcohol during the match?

Unlike in the United Kingdom, supporters are allowed to consume alcohol in the stadium during the match. Paulaner is Bayern's official beer partner, and beers can be bought for around €5.50.