The stadium was originally inaugurated in 1993, replacing the historic Atotxa Stadium.
The 2019 renovation included lowering the pitch level to accommodate the new lower-tier seating.
The stadium's exterior is covered in ETFE (ethylene tetrafluoroethylene), the same material used on the Allianz Arena in Munich.
The stadium complex houses the official Real Sociedad museum and club store.
The structure is designed to function as an enclosed bowl, significantly increasing the acoustic intensity during matches.
Reale Arena hosted the semi-finals of the 2019-2020 UEFA Women's Champions League.
Anoeta Stadium, commercially known as Reale Arena, is the home ground for La Liga club Real Sociedad. The stadium underwent a major renovation concluded in 2019, removing the athletic track to bring seating closer to the pitch. It features a continuous bowl design and a translucent facade that lights up at night. The seating capacity is approximately 40,000 spectators. The stadium is located in the Amara district of San Sebastián. It serves as a multi-purpose venue for both football matches and high-profile music concerts. The pitch uses a hybrid grass system to maintain playing surface quality throughout the season.
From the exterior perimeter to capture the illuminated ETFE facade or from the highest point of the stands during a museum tour.
Book a tour of the stadium and museum in advance to see the changing rooms and player tunnel.
Visit the 'Realzale' shop located at the stadium for official merchandise.
Check the match calendar before visiting, as stadium access is restricted on game days for ticket holders only.
Do not attempt to enter restricted stadium areas without a booked tour or valid match ticket.
The museum and stadium tours are closed on match days and Mondays.
No specific dress code, though fans typically wear club colors (blue and white) on match days.
