The complex integrates a football stadium and a hockey arena inside a single structural envelope, a rare architectural feat in professional sports.
The original Art Deco wall sections from the 1928 stadium were preserved and incorporated into the new modern facade.
The indoor arena is designed with a transformable configuration that allows it to switch from ice hockey to basketball or concert modes in under 24 hours.
The total project area spans over 300,000 square meters.
The arena features a 14,000-seat capacity for the indoor multi-purpose venue.
The outdoor football pitch is positioned precisely where the historic stadium field was located.
VTB Arena is a multifunctional sports and entertainment complex integrated into the historic Dynamo Stadium structure in Moscow. The project preserves the original 1928 wall facades while housing both a modern football pitch and a closed-loop indoor ice arena under one roof. It functions as the home venue for the Dynamo Moscow football and ice hockey clubs. The facility includes the Dynamo shopping and entertainment center within its perimeter. The complex features a glass-covered dome connecting the two main sporting zones. It is designed to host international sports tournaments, concerts, and exhibitions throughout the year. The site sits on the foundations of the legendary Central Dynamo Stadium.
The external corner where the modern glass architecture meets the original 1928 historic stadium wall.
Book guided stadium tours in advance to access the locker rooms and the historic preserved wall sections.
Check the digital schedule ahead of time, as the arena switches between ice-based and court-based layouts depending on the season.
Utilize the underground parking garage to avoid the heavy traffic typical of the Leningradsky Prospect corridor.
Do not attempt to access the training facilities or administrative offices without prior booking or press credentials.
Operations vary significantly based on the sporting calendar; public access to the arena interior is restricted during matches and private events.
Standard arena security protocols apply; bags are inspected, and specific items like professional cameras or large bottles are prohibited during major events.
