A first visit to Atlético de Madrid starts before you reach the stadium. A little club history gives the museum exhibits context; checking the ticket carefully helps you distinguish a match from a stadium tour.
Header image: an archive digital illustration of an imaginary stadium. It is not a photograph of the real Metropolitano or a record of a match.
From 1903 to the Metropolitano
Founded by Basque students on 26 April 1903, the club played at Retiro before O’Donnell. Its official history also traces its time at the old Metropolitano and Vicente Calderón before the present stadium.
The current official ticket listings use the commercial name Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Older material refers to Wanda or Cívitas. When following directions, check that the information applies to the visit you have booked.
Read trophy totals with a date attached
The club’s April 2025 history listed two Spanish Super Cups for the men’s first team, correcting the three previously stated here. That historical account should not be treated as a running total for the current season.
A match, the museum or a stadium tour?
The club sells several Tour & Museum options. Read the particular product description: museum admission should not be assumed to include a match, and experiences tied to matchday can have their own conditions. Access to dressing rooms, the pitch or additional services should only be expected where the chosen option explicitly includes it.
- Match the date, confirmed time and venue on the listing to your ticket.
- Check the final price, children’s conditions and required documents.
- Confirm any step-free access or assistance you need for that particular experience before booking.
- Keep the confirmation and read the change and cancellation terms.
Choose the visit that suits you
A museum visit can help a new supporter put names and seasons in order. A regular fan might prefer a particular fixture. Decide what you want to see before setting your budget; the option with the most extras is not automatically the right one.
If you are visiting around 12 October, our guide to Spain’s National Day explains what to check when planning a holiday outing.
Sources consulted
Sources checked: 23 September 2026.
