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Old Trafford Stadium Tours

Treat your favourite Red Devil with our fantastic collection of Old Trafford tours, or head behind the scenes of the ‘Theatre of Dreams’ yourself with our range of Manchester United stadium tours. Walk in the footsteps of Man United football heroes and immerse yourself in the club’s history. With tours for one, two or even families, we’ve got all bases covered for Man United gift experiences.

Manchester United Stadium Tour for Two Adults

• 1 hour 10 minute tour of Old Trafford for two adults
• Entry to the MUFC Museum
• Selected dates throughout the year

Manchester United Stadium Tour and Meal in the Red Café for Two

• Take an informative and immersive tour of Old Trafford for two adults
• Enjoy a tasty meal for two in the Manchester United Red Café
• See the Alex Ferguson Stand, players’ tunnel, home team dugout and more

Manchester United Stadium Tour for One Adult

• Take a tour of Old Trafford and visit stadium parts normally only seen by the players
• Relive over 130 years of Manchester United history with included entry into the stadium museum
• Have all of your burning Man United questions answered by a knowledgeable tour guide

Manchester United Family Tour

• 1 hour 10 minute stadium tour for two adults and two children

Manchester United Stadium Tour for One Adult and One Child

• Take a tour of Old Trafford and visit stadium spots normally only seen by the players

Manchester United Stadium Tour and Meal in the Red Café for One Adult and One Child

• Bring your little Man U fan along for a great day out touring Old Trafford
• Picture yourselves as players through the changing rooms, dugout, player’s tunnel and more
• Fill up with a meal for two at the Manchester United Red Café in the Alex Ferguson Stand

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“ Utterly fantastic ”

Took my son for his 18th birthday gift. I didn’t think I’d enjoy it half as much as I did. It was just so good and worth every minute. Our guide Dan was a great guy, informative and knowledgeable. Again absolutely amazing day, thank you

Maxine Allen

“ Mamchester United stadium tour ”

Absolutely mind blowing - incredibly well organised so impressive and even if you dont support MU after visiting the club you leave wanting to support it ! Amazing !!!!

“ Absolutely amazing from start to finish ”

The stadium tour was amazing it opened my eyes as to what have happened in the years then the meal in the red cafe was lovely definitely worth doing if you ever get the chance ..

Ayesha Wooden

“ Fab day ”

Great experience, my little boy loved it.

“ Maravilloso Old Trafford ”

Todo perfecto, muy recomendable.

“ Reece Birthday ”

Had a lovely time lovely hotel really enjoyed the tour it was amazing we were on the 11 10 and our male tour guide was really good made it very interesting would highly reccomend very well organised my son was in his element. Wil return to stay at hotel.

Tracey and Reece

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in a man united stadium tour.

A Man United stadium tour typically includes a guided tour of the stadium, access to the dressing rooms, pitch-side photo opportunities, and a visit to the museum and trophy room.

How long does an Old Trafford stadium tour last?

An Old Trafford stadium tour usually lasts between 70 to 90 minutes.

Can I book an Old Trafford stadium tour in advance?

Yes, you can book an Old Trafford stadium tour in advance. Once you’ve purchased your voucher from us, we’ll provide you with all the booking information.  It's recommended to book in advance to secure your preferred time slot.

Are Old Trafford stadium tours wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Old Trafford stadium tours are wheelchair accessible. However, it's recommended to inform them in advance to ensure that they can accommodate your needs.

Can I bring a camera on the Old Trafford stadium tour?

Yes, cameras are allowed on the Old Trafford stadium tour. You can take pictures throughout the tour, including in the dressing rooms and on the pitch.

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Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour at Old Trafford

• Access parts of Old Trafford that are usually off-limits on a stadium tour
• An ideal choice for families and soccer fans
• Benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide
• Choose from several departure times throughout the day
• Professional guide
• 75-minute stadium tour
• Entry/Admission - Old Trafford
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
• Wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• IMPORTANT: Once confirmation is received customers must phone the museum to book their preferred time slot on +44 161 868 8000 (option 3)
• Please note: Your preferred time slot is subject to availability
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Walk in the footsteps of your heroes at Old Trafford.

Visit manchester united for a day out with a difference the museum & stadium tour at old trafford takes you behind the scenes at the ‘theatre of dreams’ for a great day out..

Go behind the scenes at one of the world’s most popular and most successful football clubs on a Manchester United Stadium Tour. Since the club’s formation in 1878 Manchester United have won 64 trophies, with Old Trafford stadium at the heart of their success.

The stadium is one of the world’s most recognisable venues and the largest club football stadium in the UK. The Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour gives you the opportunity to discover the story of the club and to see inside the spectacular 76,000 capacity stadium. Find your favourite player’s seat in the dressing room, walk in their footsteps towards the pitch through the players’ tunnel and take the Manager’s seat in the dugout.

The museum blends historical exhibits with state-of-the-art interactive experiences. Discover the stories of the club’s most famous players, including Bobby Charlton, George Best, Eric Cantona, David Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Wayne Rooney. Find out about the remarkable managers, including Sir Matt Busby and Sir Alex Ferguson.

The Stadium Tour lasts for 80 minutes and includes the players’ dressing room and the chance to emerge from the tunnel into the Theatre of Dreams. Whether you’re a lover of the beautiful game or not, this is a classic Manchester experience not to be missed.

All tickets for the Museum & Stadium Tour are valid for an entire year, giving you 12 months of football fun. Your Annual Pass will give you the opportunity to come back as often as you like for the next 365 days!

*Must include at least one adult or senior.

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Price includes:

• Manchester United Museum
• Guided Stadium Tour
• Certificate
• Free re-entry to the museum for 1 year

Adult: £25.00

Child (5-15 years): £15.00

• Souvenir Guide Book
• Exclusive Gift

Adult: £36.00

Child (5-15 years): £26.00

• 1-course meal in Red Cafe
• One drink with meal

Red Cafe opening times – 7 days a week, except home matchdays: Restaurant 11.00-16.00

Adult: £45.00

Child (5-15 years): £35.00

Timings and prices

• Tours run daily* from 9.40am to 4.30pm (3.30pm on Sunday). *Except match days. The tour is subject to changes at short notice depending on operational requirements.
• Tours must be booked 3 days before date of visit

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Red Cafe opening times – 7 days a week, except home matchdays:  Restaurant 11.00-16.00

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Real Madrid fans brutally snub Man City for tour of Old Trafford as Man Utd fans say ‘they know who the biggest club is’

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• Published : 16:11, 17 Apr 2024
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REAL MADRID fans took a tour of Old Trafford ahead of their crunch Champions League clash against Manchester United's neighbours City.

The Spanish giants are looking to claim a record 15th European Cup this season, while the defending champions are after just their second.

Carlo Ancelotti 's side were held 3-3 Pep Guardiola 's Treble winners in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final last week.

And Madrid will hope to fare better in Manchester than they did last season, when they were routed 4-0 by City at the Etihad in the semi-finals.

And as they dream of overcoming City, their travelling fans headed to the Theatre of Dreams.

Madrid supporters did the ever popular tour of Old Trafford before heading across the city to the Etihad.

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Video footage from by the side of the pitch this afternoon showed Real fans chanting and waving a flag.

Journalist Andy Mitten also reported sighting Madrid fans inside the stadium.

He said: "Been in Old Trafford’s museum - it’s full of travelling Real Madrid fans."

Reacting to the video, one fan said: "They came to watch the game in Manchester. But went to visit the main bigger club in Manchester. When you are big you are big."

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A second said: "Lol. Man City ain’t big enough to accommodate opponents 😂."

A third added: "Hope they loved the [Cristaino] Ronaldo and [David] Beckham's catalogue.

Another said: "Make sure we have Garnacho and Kobbie locked away this weekend. No one from the Real Madrid organization should come near those two."

A fifth said: "They probably wanted to see what a real Treble looked like…"

Amazon recently revealed a trailer for a three-part documentary series behind the 1999 Man Utd Treble , which was a previously never-before seen achievement in English football.

The exclusive status lasted until last year, when City won a Treble of their own, with their own documentary on the season being aired on Netflix.

You can follow all the coverage from tonight's game with SunSport's live blog here .

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Old Trafford discussions underway

T he Old Trafford Regeneration Task Force has held its first meeting since it was set up by new Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe last month to explore ways of incorporating a new stadium for the club as part of an ambitious development project around Old Trafford.

Task Force chair Seb Coe said it was "too soon" to know where the journey will end, although Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has previously told BBC Sport a decision could be reached at some point from the middle to the later months of 2024.

Coe, who led the successful 2012 London Olympic bid which transformed the whole Olympic Park area in Stratford, said he was "excited" to be part of the project.

“This meeting marked the start of a multi-stakeholder process to explore options for the stadium and surrounding area,” he said.

“We are at the start of this journey and it is too soon to know where it will lead. But we will consult closely with fans and local residents and keep everyone informed of progress.”

Manchester United Museum and Stadium Tour at Old Trafford

• Access parts of Old Trafford that are usually off-limits on a stadium tour
• An ideal choice for families and soccer fans
• Benefit from the insider knowledge of a guide
• Choose from several departure times throughout the day
• Professional guide
• 75-minute stadium tour
• Entry/Admission - Old Trafford
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
• Wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• IMPORTANT: Once confirmation is received customers must phone the museum to book their preferred time slot on +44 161 868 8000 (option 3)
• Please note: Your preferred time slot is subject to availability
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Manchester united’s player of the year is bruno fernandes.

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MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 24: Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United celebrates scoring a goal to ... [+] make the score 3-2 during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Sheffield United at Old Trafford on April 24, 2024 in Manchester, United Kingdom. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)

At the end of last season Manchester United were spoilt for choice when he came to anointing their player of the year.

In the end, it was Marcus Rashford who earned the title and the club’s Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year award, after scoring a career-high 30 goals to help United finish third in the Premier League and win the Carabao Cup.

Rashford faced strong competition from a host of other players, including two new signings, Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro, who bolstered United with their calm and composed presence in defence and midfield, as well as Luke Shaw, who enjoyed a another brilliant season at left-back.

In contrast a year later, as we approach the end of this season, the shortlist of candidates to succeed Rashford is looking alarming small.

For several months the consensus was Diogo Dalot had been United’s best player, and though the Portuguese international has been in exceptional form, cementing his position in the side with a succession of impressive performances, it would also be emblematic of this struggling side if the award was to be won by a right-back.

But in recent weeks Dalot’s claims have been overtaken by his international team-mate Bruno Fernandes, who has scored seven goals in his last six Premier League games, and proven himself to be United’s most influential player this season.

Manchester United's Portuguese midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (C) celebrates with Manchester ... [+] United's Portuguese defender #20 Diogo Dalot (R) after scoring their second goal from the penalty spot during the English FA Cup third round football match between Wigan Athletic and Manchester United at the DW Stadium in Wigan, north-west England on January 8, 2024. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 75 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

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Amid a disappointing season, which has seen United fall out of the Champions League at the group stage, and throw away their chance to return to the competition next season by sliding down the table, where they are likely to finish sixth or seventh, Fernandes has been a beacon, providing leadership, assists and goals.

The playmaker might spilt opinion, and often attracts the ire of opposition fans, but it is obvious he has stopped United enduring an even worse season, and made it possible that they could even finish with a trophy.

It is difficult to imagine this United side without Fernandes, partly because he has an incredible record and plays in virtually every game, but mainly because he always offers something; a spark of genius, a defence-splitting pass or a crucial goal.

After scoring two goals in United’s 4-2 victory over Sheffield United on Wednesday, Fernandes become the club’s leading scorer with a total of 15 goals this season.

These have included a match-winning penalty against Nottingham Forest, a superbly struck volley to defeat Burnley, a dramatic last minute winner against Fulham, a strike from near the halfway line against Liverpool, and a crucial goal against Coventry City in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley last weekend.

LONDON, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 04: Bruno Fernandes of Manchester United celebrates after scoring the ... [+] team's first goal during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Manchester United at Craven Cottage on November 04, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Fernandes also has a healthy amount of assists, 11 in all competitions, to give him a total of 26 goal contributions this season, which is greater than Martin Odegaard (20), Kevin De Bruyne (19), Bernardo Silva (16) and James Maddison (11).

And in contrast to all his competitors Fernandes has done it in a struggling side on course for possibly their worst ever Premier League season.

Fernandes is not without his faults; he can be rash, and petulant, and often tries to do too much, and be everywhere on the pitch, but there is a reason the United manager Erik ten Hag made him his captain this season.

He remains a leader on the pitch, who does not shirk responsibility and refuses to give up, constantly imploring his team-mates to keep going in games.

“He showed his leadership in this game, but also with his energy, his transition both ways is very important and he always tries to encourage the team,” Ten Hag said this week after the win over Sheffield United. “He is doing very well and we are very pleased with his performances and his attitude.”

On Wednesday night at Old Trafford, Fernandes showed these leadership skills when he pulled aside United’s 18-year-old striker Ethan Wheatley, who was making his first team debut as a substitute, and said, “I’ve got nine minutes to get you a goal.” Alas, it didn’t happen, but it showed how Fernandes can be a selfless player and want the best for the team.

It is just one of the many reasons why Fernandes deserves to be United’s Player of the Year for the third time since he arrived at Old Trafford in 2020.

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Why Mata is back in a United shirt again

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Juan Mata is back in a Manchester United kit again, as he promotes this summer’s Tour 2024 match against Real Betis in San Diego, USA.

Our former playmaker made 285 appearances and scored 51 goals during nine seasons as a Red, winning the FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League.

It’s fair to say the Spaniard became an incredibly popular figure at Old Trafford thanks to his unique ability on the pitch and kindness off it. 

We think you’ll agree, it’s amazing to see Juan back in our kit…

The crest is back on his chest

Don't miss these images of Juan Mata spreading the word about United in San Diego, USA.

Mata left Old Trafford in 2022 and went on to win titles with Galatasaray in Turkey and Vissel Kobe in Japan. 

The 35-year-old is considering his next move in football and, to our delight, he is currently spreading the word about United in America. 

Juan arrived in San Diego earlier this week and spent Thursday in the community, speaking to the media, visiting a local YMCA centre, training with youngsters and even seeing the air base.

“We are visiting some soccer schools, hospitals, we are trying to do as much as we can in these three or four days that we will be here," said Juan.

“Because it's very important for a football player to actually get to know where we are and connect with the soccer fans, and for Manchester United too, so it is a great opportunity for both the club and myself. I'm really excited about being in San Diego, which is a lovely place. I'm also looking forward to the game.

“It's going to be a nice game against a Spanish side that I know very well. It is going to be a competitive game, although it is pre-season and there's no points, but I'm sure that both teams will bring the best teams they can and hopefully there's great entertainment for the fans. It's always been great to play in front of the US fans for United. I remember many fantastic stadiums and many fantastic memories with them, so hopefully it's going to be one of those.”

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Juan has been joined by Real Betis legend Tab Ramos and, together, they are promoting this summer’s Tour 2024 fixture at the impressive Snapdragon Stadium. 

Tickets for the game are available to buy online here .

Look out for more content from Mata’s trip to the USA in the coming days. 

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