Estadio Alberto José Armando
CA Boca Juniors • Buenos Aires • Argentina
- Address
- Brandsen 805, C1161 Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires, Argentine
- Inauguration
- 25 May 1940
- Capacity
- 57,200 spectators
- Pitch type
- Natural grass
About the stadium
With room for about 57,000 spectators, it is a relatively compact stadium, but that very tightness is what gives it its character. The stands sit close to the pitch, the acoustics are sharp, and the seating is steeply raked. Together, it can make the whole ground feel like it's shaking. The famous saying "La Bombonera doesn't tremble, it beats" is no exaggeration.
On matchdays, and especially during the Superclásico against River Plate, the atmosphere reaches a level few grounds can match: nonstop chants, blue-and-gold tifos, and the famous La 12, the ultras who set the tempo for the entire stadium.
The experience is all the more striking because Boca no longer sells tickets to the general public. The stadium is filled almost entirely by socios, so visitors have to go through specialist agencies to get in.
La Bombonera is also a place of pilgrimage because of its close ties to Diego Maradona. He shone here in 1981, was given a standing ovation at his testimonial in 2001, and when he died, his box was left lit all night while supporters gathered outside to pay tribute.
The stadium tour takes in the stands, the dressing rooms and the Museo de la Pasión Boquense, which traces the careers of great xeneize players such as Maradona, Riquelme and Palermo.
With its unusual architecture, its central place in the story of El Pibe de Oro and its reputation as the most fevered arena in South America, La Bombonera is a must for any groundhopping fan.
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Opens at 10:00
Museo de la Pasión Boquense
Closed · Opens at 10:00
Museo de la Pasión Boquense
- Monday 10:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday 10:00 – 18:00
- Wednesday 10:00 – 18:00
- Thursday 10:00 – 18:00
- Friday 10:00 – 18:00
- Saturday 10:00 – 18:00
- Sunday 10:00 – 18:00
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Visitor reviews
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Visitor reviews
Visiting the Museo de la Pasión Boquense was a deeply moving experience that stirred countless memories. It is more than just a football museum; it is a profound journey back to the golden era of "artistic football." Walking through these halls, I was vividly reminded of the legendary Diego Maradona and the glorious age he defined with his unparalleled skill and spirit. The exhibits capture the soul of Boca Juniors, reflecting a history rich with passion and academic-level dedication to the sport. Seeing the tributes to Maradona’s brilliance evokes a powerful sense of nostalgia for a time when football was a true art form. This storied sanctuary of sports history is a must-visit for anyone who wishes to relive the magic of a bygone era and honor the icons who shaped the beautiful game.
It's a nice place to visit, but the staff is not friendly and the "tour in English" is in fact 100% in Spanish.
Must visit for all family The tour take 2 hours and you get the Athmosfir and the team vibe
I specifically asked if the tour was available in English, and was told “yes, the guide speaks English and Spanish.” That was… technically true, but very misleading. We were about 20 people. The guide asked if anyone only spoke English, around six of us raised our hands, he asked where we were from – and that was basically the only part done in English. The rest of the tour: 2–4 minute monologues in Spanish at each stop, followed by a quick “any questions?” in English. Hard to ask questions when you haven’t understood anything he said. It felt more like an all-Spanish tour with a tiny English add-on, not an actual bilingual tour. Definitely 36000 undeserved pesos
Boca Juniors is one of the most successful soccer teams in the world and is by far the most important team on this side of the world. The Bombonera has been voted the best soccer stadium in the world for building, passion and historical place in soccer
I'm not personally a football fan but it was obvious that not just the local people are but also so many tourists. The place was very busy and certainly geared up for all the tourists, with so much to see. Lots of souvenir shops and photo opportunities. Local police keeping the roads clear for all the tourist traffic.
Got internet ticket but still have to wait to enter the premises then in line to “exchange” the voucher to a paper ticket. Same price- except that peso plummeted so I might have saved some money if I got it today instead of in advance. But amazing display. My late father adored Diego. I’m glad I visited when he didn’t have the chance.
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