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San Siro guide: a match in Milan
San Siro is home to both AC Milan and Inter, and one of Europe's easiest big grounds to reach: the metro takes you right to the gates. Here's how to plan your match, from the airport to your seat.
- ≈ 75,000capacity
- 2 clubsAC Milan and Inter
- M5metro to the ground
- Namedbring photo ID
Getting to Milan
Milan has three airports and one of Europe's best-connected stations. Head for Milano Centrale or Cadorna first; the metro takes you on to the ground.
| Arriving at | Into the city | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|
| Linate airport | M4 (blue) metro to the centre | ≈ 15 to 20 min |
| Malpensa airport | Malpensa Express to Cadorna or Milano Centrale | ≈ 40 to 50 min |
| Bergamo (Orio al Serio) | Direct coach to Milano Centrale | ≈ 1 h |
| By train | Milano Centrale, linked to Turin, Venice, Rome, Zurich, Geneva and Paris | varies |
For an evening kick-off (often 8.45pm in Serie A), the last trains and flights leave before the final whistle. Plan a night in Milan.
From the centre to the ground
San Siro has its own metro station, the terminus of the M5 (lilac) line.
- From Milano Centrale: M2 (green) to Garibaldi FS or M3 (yellow) to Zara, then M5 to San Siro Stadio. Allow 30 to 40 minutes.
- Via the M1 (red): get off at Lotto and walk about ten minutes. For 2026/27, Inter recommends the M1 for the orange, green and red sections, and the M5 or tram 16 (Stadio Meazza stop) for the orange, blue and red sections.
- Transport ticket: from the machines, the ATM app, or just tap your contactless card at the barrier.
After the match the platforms are packed. If you're not in a hurry, grab a drink nearby and let the first wave pass. If you drive, the Lampugnano car park (M1) avoids the traffic around the ground.
Buying an official ticket
Both clubs share the stadium but sell tickets separately. Always buy through official channels: resale sites often charge far more, with no guarantee of entry.
AC Milan
- Online at booking.acmilan.com, at the Casa Milan box office or the Milan Store on Via Dante.
- For big games (derby, Juventus, Champions League) sales come in phases: season ticket holders and Cuore Rossonero card holders first, then general sale if seats remain.
Inter
- Online through the official site inter.it, tickets section.
- Same phased approach for big games: sign up to the club newsletter to know the sale dates.
Named tickets: in Italy your ticket carries your name. Keep your ID card or passport on you; checks can happen at the gate. If you buy for a friend, enter their name.
Where to sit at San Siro
San Siro has three tiers (anelli). The first is close to the pitch but low; the second is often the best mix of view and atmosphere; the third, very high, is the cheapest and gives a spectacular view of the whole bowl.
- Curva Sud: AC Milan's ultras end. Maximum noise, standing and singing all match.
- Curva Nord: Inter's ultras end.
- Side stands (red and orange): pricier, best view of the game, ideal for a first visit or with kids.
At a derby each side takes its own curva: that's where the famous choreographies of the Derby della Madonnina happen.
Typical budget
Prices swing a lot depending on the opponent and when you book. What to budget for a match weekend:
- Getting to Milan (much cheaper booked early);
- Your match ticket: from the third tier for an ordinary game to the side stands for a derby, the range is huge;
- A night in Milan (prices jump on derby nights and during trade fairs);
- Metro, food and a pre-match beer.
We'll publish our real costs here, receipt by receipt, after our next trip to San Siro.
Matchday tips
- Arrive at least an hour before kick-off: security takes time and the atmosphere builds early.
- Your ticket shows a recommended gate. Some gates are compulsory for certain sections, so read it carefully.
- Banned items: large umbrellas, lighters, flares, unauthorised banners, professional cameras. No smoking inside.
- A panino con la salamella from the vans around the ground is part of the ritual.
Good to know: both clubs bought San Siro at the end of 2025 and plan a new stadium right next door, expected around 2030-2031. The old ground stays in use until then, so now is the time to go.
FAQ
How do I get from Milano Centrale to San Siro?
By metro: M2 to Garibaldi FS or M3 to Zara, then the M5 to the San Siro Stadio terminus. Or take the M1 to Lotto and walk about ten minutes. Allow 30 to 40 minutes.
Which airport is best for San Siro?
Linate is closest, 15 to 20 minutes from the centre on the M4. Malpensa and Bergamo are further out but often served by low-cost airlines.
Where can I buy official San Siro tickets?
For AC Milan at booking.acmilan.com, Casa Milan or the Milan Store on Via Dante. For Inter at inter.it. Tickets are named, so bring ID.
Is San Siro being demolished?
The two clubs bought the stadium and its land at the end of 2025 and plan a new stadium right next to it, expected around 2030-2031. San Siro stays in use until then.
Why is San Siro also called Giuseppe Meazza?
Since 1980 the stadium has officially been named after Giuseppe Meazza, world champion in 1934 and 1938, who played for both Inter and AC Milan.
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