Piccadilly and tram
Use central Manchester, then take the East Manchester line to Etihad Campus.
Premier League · Manchester
Manchester City
Etihad Stadium · Ashton New Road · M11 3FF
More than 60,000 after North Stand expansionstadium capacity
South Stand, entrances L1-L3visiting supporters
Ground directionsMake a day of it
Plan your Manchester City away day
The Etihad is an easy city-centre-to-stadium trip by tram or foot. A good day uses central Manchester first, then moves east with enough time for the correct South Stand level.
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Signed walk
Walk 25-30 minutes from Piccadilly, avoiding the post-match tram queue on the return.
Pre-booked driver
Use the official colour-coded car park, Belle Vue Park & Ride or a verified private space and follow the booked gate.
A sensible 3pm plan
11:30 - arrive at Piccadilly and use the recommended central area.
13:15 - take the tram or begin the signed walk to the Etihad Campus.
13:45 - identify South Stand entrance L1, L2 or L3 and clear security.
17:00 onwards - follow any hold, then choose the tram queue or walk back towards Piccadilly.
Food and pubs
The Townley is mapped check-first because its admission can vary. Mary D's, The Grove Inn and The Corner Shop are home-only, Piccadilly and the Northern Quarter form the recommended wider area, and the South Stand concourse is the reliable post-entry option.
Things to do
The National Football Museum, Manchester Art Gallery and Northern Quarter suit a city-centre start. The Etihad Campus itself is best treated as the final match destination rather than the main pre-match pub area.
Hotels near the stadium
These options keep the final matchday journey relatively short. Compare event-night prices, parking and cancellation terms before booking.
Central hotels
A central base is usually better for the station, food and the evening after the match.
Travel, parking, ticket allocations and stadium procedures can change by fixture. Check the latest information from both clubs and the relevant operator before travelling. Guide checked 3 October 2026.