The Santiago Bernabeu is one of the most iconic stadiums in the world and one of the most popular destinations in Europe for a weekend football trip. Below, we’re going to take a look at how to buy Real Madrid tickets.
How to buy tickets for Real Madrid matches online
There are two main options for buying tickets online for Real Madrid home games. Subject to availability, you can purchase via the club. This is the official channel and the safest option, but you’ll typically need to wait until around a week before the game to try to secure a seat. Alternatively, you can also find tickets on third-party resale websites or other official partners.
1. Buy via the club
Tickets are sold on the official Real Madrid website. Head to their ticketing page and you will see which matches, if any, are currently on sale.
By default, you should see upcoming fixtures for the men’s team. However, you can use the filters to also see Real Madrid women and reserve-team fixtures. The availability tends to be much greater for those games.
Getting a seat at the Bernabeu to catch the men in action is more challenging and certainly more costly. Typically, regular match tickets are available to purchase around 7-10 days before kick-off.
Club members will have priority first. Madridista Premium card holders (€35/year) will then get the opportunity to buy tickets. If there are any left, they’ll then be made available to the general public. For games with high demand, there is no guarantee that regular tickets will reach the final phase on the official website.
Real Madrid VIP tickets are available further in advance. If the next home game is a long way off, only hospitality tickets may be available. At the time of writing, VIP tickets are available for every home La Liga fixture and all league-phase games in the Champions League.
2. Buy via ticket exchanges
Higher profile matches such as El Clasico always attract greater demand. Seats for even some of the less glamorous fixtures can also quickly get snapped up, leaving many visitors to the Spanish capital disappointed. Champions League games, particularly in the knockout stage, also often sell out.
That means if you’re not a club member, you may need to use other means to buy tickets. There are various online ticket exchanges and resale websites which you can use. Prices can rise and fall quickly subject to demand, so it’s worth checking regularly.
Buying tickets via this method goes against the club’s guidelines and is done at your own risk. However, many exchanges have fairly strong refund/ticket replacement policies in the event of any problems on matchday. Read any relevant terms and conditions before completing your purchase.
Hellotickets and StubHub are two of the best options. They have availability for all La Liga and European fixtures, with tickets available for purchase in advance of the official club release.
In addition, there are partners such as SportsBreaks that offer Real Madrid ticket + hotel packages. These are available for La Liga games only, and can sometimes work out good value (at least compared to VIP tickets) factoring in that accommodation costs are also covered.
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Real Madrid schedule – Home fixtures in 2026/27
| Date | Opponent |
|---|---|
| Saturday 21st November 2026 | Celta Vigo |
| Tuesday 24th November 2026 | PSV (UCL) |
| Saturday 28th November 2026 | Alaves |
| 12th/13th December 2026 | Osasuna |
| 2nd/3rd January 2027 | Getafe |
| 9th/10th January 2027 | Levante |
| Tuesday 19th January 2027 | LASK (UCL) |
| 23rd/24th January 2027 | Real Betis |
| 13th/14th February 2027 | Athletic Club |
| 27th/28th February 2027 | Valencia |
| 13th/14th March 2027 | Espanyol |
| 3rd/4th April 2027 | Atletico Madrid |
| 20th-22nd April 2027 | Elche |
| 8th/9th May 2027 | Barcelona |
| 15th/16th May 2027 | Racing Santander |
| 29th/30th May 2027 | Deportivo La Coruña |
Real Madrid will play 19 home fixtures in La Liga 2026/27 as they bid to regain the title they last won in 2023/24. At the time of writing, only their next two home league matches have fixed time-slots, while the others will be confirmed nearer the time, usually around a month before.
Weekend matches can take place any time between Friday and Monday, although Real Madrid fixtures are almost exclusively played on Saturdays or Sundays. Los Blancos will also host Elche in midweek in April. That game could take place at any point between Tuesday and Thursday with an evening kick-off.
Their European campaign will see Madrid play two more home midweek Champions League fixtures between now and January 2027. They could also play up to four knockout home games between February and May 2027, depending on their progress in the competition.
The other competition that you may be able to catch Real Madrid in is the Copa del Rey, with one or more home cup games possible (but dependent on progress and the draw) between January and March 2027. These usually attract lower demand and should be easier to purchase tickets for, although it does depend on the opponent.
In addition, you can catch Real Madrid Femenino, who usually play their Liga F and UEFA Women’s Champions League games at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano in the north of the city.
The Santiago Bernabeu
The Real Madrid stadium has been the Santiago Bernabeu since December 1947. Located on the Paseo de la Castellana, one of the city’s major thoroughfares, the famous home of Los Blancos has gone through considerable changes through the decades, the most recent of which have recently been completed.
Extensive redevelopment of the stadium’s exterior is now complete, giving the Santiago Bernabeu a shiny, modern feel from the outside. Less has changed in terms of the interior, which has a capacity of more than 80,000, but there is now a retractable roof, a futuristic 360-degree video scoreboard and more hospitality seating.
Read our Santiago Bernabeu stadium guide for the full lowdown on Real Madrid’s famous home.
Stadium tours, club museum & more
Stadium tours are a popular activity for football fans visiting Madrid. Tours of the Santiago Bernabeu of various different lengths can be purchased and prices start at €37. They run throughout the year, including during the off-season.
You can find all the info about tours here. All of them include a visit to the club museum and a panoramic view inside the stadium. Guided tours start at €56.
For a glimpse of the pitch and stadium interior, you can always grab a drink or something to eat in Plaza Mahou, which is accessible via Gate 54, even on most non-matchdays. It is Spain’s first in-stadium microbrewery and serves beer and tapas. This is the most affordable option, but there are also more upscale dining options at the stadium, including Arzabal Bernabeu and Puerta 57.
Real Madrid tickets – FAQs
How easy is it to get tickets for Real Madrid matches in La Liga?
A few years back, it was not that difficult to get Real Madrid tickets for La Liga matches via the official website. It was only really bigger fixtures, such as matches against Barcelona and Atletico Madrid, that tended to sell out or get close to capacity.
However, things have unquestionably got a lot tougher over the past two years, and increasingly non-members are needing to turn to unofficial channels to secure tickets. Note that recent official attendances well below capacity can be misleading, as season-ticket holders don’t show up to every game.
The late official release dates also leave visitors with a dilemma. In short, you shouldn’t count on definitely being able to purchase tickets through the club, particularly a big group of seats together, for any weekend La Liga fixture.
To maximise your chances through the official channel, be online right when they are released for general sale. If you have no initial luck, note that Real Madrid season ticket holders do still have the option to release their seats for sale. Therefore it is worth continuing to check the website throughout the week, even if there initially appears to be none left. More availability may appear as the match nears, particularly for single tickets, but this is not guaranteed.
One strategy can be to wait for the general sale and only turn to exchanges if you’re unable to secure tickets via the club. For more advanced tickets, the club’s VIP options or resale sites such as Hellotickets and StubHub may be your best bet.
How easy is it to get Real Madrid Champions League tickets?
While there are fewer tourists in Madrid during midweeks, demand for Champions League tickets remains very high. You may be able to secure tickets for some league-phase matches through the club website, such as the LASK game in January 2027, which is likely to attract less demand.
The knockout stages can be a different story, though. This is a club that is largely defined by its long history of brilliant runs in the competition. The Santiago Bernabeu is at its busiest and noisiest on big European nights, and getting a ticket as a non-member is much more challenging for the big games after the initial phase. You will still likely have options on third-party resale sites, but expect prices to soar.
How much do Real Madrid tickets cost?
Ticket prices will vary according to the calibre of the opponent, importance of the game and time/date of the match.
Starting prices are usually around €70-80 these days against even the weakest opponents in La Liga, and that’d be for tickets up in the gods, a long way from the pitch. For better seats in the bigger matches, you can expect to pay over €100. The club’s official VIP tickets are typically €275+.
Resale prices are harder to predict. In general, they are likely to be slightly higher than the club’s official prices when booking fees are taken into account, although they can fluctuate depending on supply and demand.
How do you get to the Santiago Bernabeu?
Taking the Madrid metro to the Santiago Bernabeu station is usually the most direct way to reach the stadium. The metro station is on Line 10 and is located just a stone’s throw from the ground. However, it will be closed for much of the 2026/27 season, with replacement bus services in operation.
The Santiago Bernabeu is located in a northern district of Madrid, although it can be reached from the centre in 20 minutes or less by public transport. An alternative option is to take a faster Cercanias train to Nuevos Ministerios and then walk around 15 minutes to the stadium. These services are running throughout this season. You’ll need to buy a separate ticket for these trains, as the T-10 red transport cards aren’t valid.
The Bernabeu is also served by buses, while a taxi from Sol, in the heart of Madrid, should only set you back around €10-15. Walking from Sol may take around an hour and is highly recommended. You’ll pass through many vibrant districts, with plenty of eating/drinking options for a quick pit stop.
Do you have to print tickets?
No, you can download all tickets to your mobile and show your QR code at the gates.
Can you buy Real Madrid tickets at the stadium or via other offline means?
The latest guidance from Real Madrid is that ticket offices no longer operate on matchdays, with all sales now done online.
Hotels can also sometimes secure match tickets, although typically at a premium. If you arrive in Madrid without a ticket, it’s certainly worth asking the question, although online purchases are advisable.
You may also find touts outside the ground offering to sell tickets on matchday. Buying via this method clearly comes with risks and isn’t recommended.
Can you drink alcohol in the Santiago Bernabeu?
No, alcohol is not permitted inside any football ground in Spain, with the exception of certain VIP lounges and hospitality experiences. The Bernabeu is well located in a busy area of the city, so there are loads of bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity if you fancy a pre-match or post-match drink.
That includes the aforementioned options at the stadium itself, although stalls inside the ground will only serve alcohol-free beer.
Where is the “singing section”?
Real Madrid have a designated singing section in the bottom section of the South Stand (Fondo Sur). There are strict rules on who can buy tickets here, but if you want to experience the best of the atmosphere, it may be worth buying tickets near this section.
Can you sit in the home end as an away fan?
It is fairly common practice in Spain for away fans to sit in home sections, although officially Real Madrid discourages this and warns that visiting fans can be expelled or denied entry. In practice, you’re unlikely to have any issues, especially if you’re not wearing club colours and are respectful.
How far in advance do Real Madrid tickets go on sale?
People wondering how to get tickets for Real Madrid are often left confused by the lack of availability of advanced match tickets. If the game is more than a week or two away, chances are you won’t be able to buy any yet directly via the club. The only exception is with hospitality tickets, which go on sale earlier.
Third-party sites also sell tickets further in advance. However, depending on your travel plans, there can be a risk when buying more than a month ahead of the game, as it’s likely the exact date and time of the fixture will not have been confirmed by La Liga yet.
Tickets bought on resale sites are also often only delivered in the days before the match, even if they’re purchased much earlier.
Daniel is a Spanish football lover. He has an extensive knowledge of LaLiga history and closely follows current events in the Spanish top flight.