Stadium Information
The Stadio Olimpico, shared by Roma and Lazio, is one of Italy’s most historic and recognisable sporting venues. Located within the Foro Italico complex in northern Rome, it opened in 1953 and has been repeatedly modernised, most notably for the 1990 World Cup. Its elliptical bowl, sweeping concrete curves and iconic roof structure make it a symbol of Italian sporting architecture.
With a capacity of more than seventy thousand, the stadium features a natural grass pitch and seating that rises in a broad, shallow gradient, giving the venue a distinctive visual identity that contrasts with the steeper stands seen elsewhere in Serie A. Matchdays for Roma are steeped in emotion and tradition. Supporters gather across the Tiber bridges, the Foro Italico avenues and surrounding piazzas before moving toward the Curva Sud, the beating heart of Roma’s fanbase.
The atmosphere builds steadily as chants echo beneath the stadium’s wide roof. When illuminated for evening fixtures, the Olimpico takes on a dramatic presence, with the pitch glowing beneath the circular canopy and the stands filled with flags and banners. Concourse areas have been incrementally improved, offering food kiosks, modernised facilities and expanded walkways. Reaching the stadium involves a combination of tram services, local buses and walking routes, as well as main road connections like the Lungotevere. Parking is available in designated zones around the Foro Italico but fills quickly, making public transport or rideshare options popular on matchdays. Accessibility features include step‑free paths, ramps, elevators, adapted toilets and marked wheelchair seating sections throughout the bowl.
The surrounding district includes sports complexes, parks, statues and riverside areas that form part of the matchday ritual. For Roma, the Stadio Olimpico is not just a venue but a central stage for the club’s identity, passion and history.
