Best Bars near Groupama Arena?

Ulloi Street offers an authentic Hungarian bar experience and should be taken in before visiting the Groupama Arena. Zold Villam is located in the concourse at Nepliget metro station and is always packed on a match day as they sell branded Fradi beer. Szoglet is a dream drinking emporium for football enthusiasts and is situated right next to the arena. Street drinking is very much a part of the pre-match routine, if the weather is favourable.

Best Food and Drink at Groupama Arena?

Remarkably, Ferencvaros have their own premium lager – Fradi sor which unsurprisingly is the drink of choice at the Groupama. There are also club branded energy drinks available as well as plenty of Palinka – Hungarian fruit brandy. Langos (a Hungarian speciality) is a deep fried dough, normally topped with cheese or meat and is very popular both at the stadium and generally in Hungary.

Groupama Arena seating?

On the site of the old Albert Florian Stadium, the Groupama Arena was finalised in 2014 and now holds 23,698 people. As with most modern stadiums, there are no bad seats in the house and tickets for domestic league games are easily accessible. Away fans are housed in the south east corner of the ground.

What to expect from the Groupama Arena crowd?

When Fradi's rowdy supporter groups turn up, you will be in for a cracker - the atmosphere for the local derby against Ujpest is always electric but at other times the atmosphere can lack bite. As the Groupama is now home to the Hungarian national team too, the atmosphere for home games is often phenomenal with the 22,000 capacity regularly being reached.

Safety at Groupama Arena?

Best Insider tip at Groupama Arena?

Ferencvaros have a reputation for containing a slight hooligan element and as such, there is some pretty tight security around the ground so come prepared to be searched. Unlike other Hungarian first division teams (where a passport normally suffices), visitors will need a Ferencvaros Supporter Card to enter the stadium - this is available at the ground itself from the ticket office and should obtained in addition to the match ticket.Groupama ArenaThe Groupama Arena is the largest stadium in Hungary and plays host to both the legendaty Ferencvaros and the Hungarian National football team.Renovated in 2014, on the site of the old Albert Florian Stadium, the Groupama Arena is a sight to behold with its striking green exterior and now holds over 23 thousand people.The stadium is widely regarded as one of the most modern in European football and has been selected as one of the host grounds for the European Championships in 2020.

Groupama Arena parking?

Things to check out around Groupama Arena?

The Fradi museum on the stadium complex offers a fascinating insight into the Hungarian national team as well as local heroes Ferencvaros. Budapest offers a great deal for tourists from all over the globe and the world renowned Szechenyi Thermal Baths are a must for anyone visiting the city with their medicinal qualities and their booze-filled parties.

How do I get to the Groupama Arena?

The Groupama Arena is situated 5 kilometers south-east of the city centre and is quickly accessible from the centre of Budapest – travelling on the metro to Nepliget station - it should take no more than 20 minutes from most central stations. There are plenty of car parking spaces at the stadium but with its city centre location, public transport may be the best option.

Best restaurants near Groupama Arena?

Petrus Restaurant is located within a 5 minute walk of the arena and is regularly packed – particularly after the match, offering traditional Hungarian cuisine. Likewise, the Veranda Grill & Wine Restaurant is an upmarket option for pre or post-match fayre and is ideally located to put the game to rights over some food.