The Giuseppe Meazza Stadium — popularly known as San Siro — is home to both Inter and AC Milan, and one of Europe's most storied venues. Its three stacked tiers and helicoidal towers give it a unique silhouette. With 75,923 seats it is Italy's largest stadium and a must-visit for any football fan.
History and architecture
It opened in 1926 as Stadio San Siro and was renamed Giuseppe Meazza in 1980 in honour of the two-time world champion. The 1990 World Cup expansion added the third tier hung from four cylindrical towers and the metallic roof that frames the venue today. A new stadium designed by Foster + Partners and Manica is planned as its replacement.
Iconic moments
This ground has hosted European Cup and Champions League finals (1965, 1970, 2001, 2016), 1934 and 1990 World Cup games, and nights of Herrera's Inter, Sacchi's Milan and the 2010 treble. The Derby della Madonnina — Inter vs Milan — is one of the most intense matches of the year. It has also staged historic concerts by Springsteen, U2 and Taylor Swift.
Getting there and matchday tips
Best option is Metro line M5 (lilac), San Siro Stadio station, exiting directly onto the concourse. Trams 16 and 24 also run from central Milan. Avoid driving: traffic and parking are limited. Arrive 45 minutes early; third-tier access requires long spiral ramps.
Where to sit and what to eat
For Inter games, Curva Nord is the nerazzurri ultra heart. Primo anello lateral offers the best close view. Secondo anello balances price and panorama. Skybox hospitality packages include catering and bar. Concourse: mortadella paninis, pizza al taglio, arancini, espresso and Peroni.