San Siro Stadium, also known as Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, is the home ground for two strong Serie A teams, AC Milan and Inter Milan, and is considered a European football sanctuary. It has been recognized by UEFA as one of the 23 European star stadiums. The stadium was designed with English stadiums as a template, and at the time of completion, the four stands could accommodate 35,000 spectators. The inauguration ceremony was held on September 19, 1926, with every corner filled with spectators, and Inter Milan defeated AC Milan 6-3 in the opening match. On February 20, 1927, a national team match was held, with Italy drawing 2-2 with Czechoslovakia. Before 1945, San Siro was always the home of AC Milan, while Inter Milan’s home was located in the city center. Since then, the football theater has undergone several renovations and has become the magnificent building seen today. Stadium tours include a look around the stadium, as well as a guided visit to the locker rooms and interview rooms of both AC Milan and Inter Milan. More excitingly, visitors can enter the field through the players’ tunnel, just like professional football players, to appreciate the scenery of the stadium. Visitors can also sit in the nearby red stands and listen to the guide’s explanation of the history of the football field. Additionally, visitors can explore the football museums established inside the stadium for AC Milan and Inter Milan, which house a comprehensive collection of memorabilia, jerseys, championships, and various derivatives of both teams, satisfying the die-hard fans of these two teams. After visiting the museums, one can purchase officially licensed jerseys and classic merchandise of AC Milan and Inter Milan at the San Siro Store at Gate 14. The stadium is open year-round from 09:30 to 18:00, but stadium tour times may change during matches or events. Please refer to the daily opening status for specific business conditions. Essential tips: 1. You can book a featured guided tour in advance and choose a guide in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Chinese, or Japanese; 2. In the event of matches or activities, the museum opening hours and stadium tour times may change. It is recommended to check the event schedule on the official website in advance.
