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Museums #7 in Manchester

Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour

4.7 · 7,983 reviews
Energetic and historically immersive
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0RA, United Kingdom
Interesting facts
1

Old Trafford is nicknamed 'The Theatre of Dreams,' a moniker coined by Bobby Charlton.

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The stadium's South Stand was renamed the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand in 2016.

3

The museum contains the original 1909 FA Cup trophy won by the club.

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The pitch is heated by a complex underground system to ensure playability throughout winter.

5

The players' tunnel area features authentic turf from the historic pitch.

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The site hosts a dedicated exhibition space for the Busby Babes generation.

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Old Trafford was used as a venue for the 1966 FIFA World Cup and Euro 96.

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The museum holds over 140 years of club archives, including match-worn jerseys from historic finals.

Overview

The Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour at Old Trafford offers access to the home of one of the world's most successful football clubs. Visitors can explore the trophy room, which houses the club's extensive collection of domestic and European silverware. The stadium tour includes access to the players' dressing room, the tunnel, and the pitchside technical areas. The museum features interactive exhibits documenting the club's history from its founding as Newton Heath in 1878 to the present day. The experience highlights significant events including the 1958 Munich Air Disaster and the treble-winning 1999 season. The stadium capacity exceeds 74,000, making it the largest club football stadium in the United Kingdom. Exhibits include personal memorabilia from legendary players and managers. The tour route provides a behind-the-scenes view of match-day operations within the stadium infrastructure. The venue is located on Sir Matt Busby Way, serving as a focal point for Manchester's sporting heritage.

Photo spot

The player's tunnel entry point and the dugout benches facing the pitch.

Insider tips

Book stadium tours well in advance, especially during match weeks, as they fill up quickly.

Wear comfortable footwear, as the tour involves walking across multiple levels and stadium sections.

Visit the megastore after the tour to view exclusive items not available in the museum exhibit.

What to avoid

Do not attempt to walk on the pitch or touch restricted items in the museum displays.

Good to know

Tours are subject to suspension or alteration on match days and during major stadium events.

Etiquette

Respect all memorial areas, particularly the Munich Tunnel and the statue tributes.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Weekday mornings, as match days limit access to parts of the stadium tour.
Address
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0RA, United Kingdom
53.464, -2.292
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Details
Key exhibits1999 Treble Trophies, Munich Air Disaster memorial, and historic jerseys.

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Weekday mornings, as match days limit access to parts of the stadium tour..

The player's tunnel entry point and the dugout benches facing the pitch.

Close by you'll find Old Trafford, Lowry, IWM North.