Aviva Stadium
Stadium Modern Dublin stadium hosting rugby and football
The Aviva Stadium in Dublin hosts rugby internationals, football matches and concerts; matchday crowds gather around Lansdowne Road and in nearby pubs.
Aviva Stadium is a purpose-built sports stadium in the Ballsbridge district of Dublin, Ireland, opened in 2010 on the site of the former Lansdowne Road. It is the national venue for Rugby Union and also hosts association football internationals and concerts.
The bowl holds about 51,700 spectators and features a two-tier stand arrangement with corporate facilities and hospitality suites. The stadium is configured to host both rugby and football, and its transparent roof and seating layout give relatively close sightlines to the pitch.
The stadium was developed to replace the old Lansdowne Road ground and was designed by the architectural teams that included Populous and Scott Tallon Walker. Construction finished in 2010 and the stadium has been the home venue for Ireland rugby and the Republic of Ireland football team since opening.
Aviva Stadium stands in Ballsbridge, roughly south-east of Dublin city centre, adjacent to Lansdowne Road and within walking distance of central Dublin. The site is near the River Dodder and is well connected by the coastal DART rail line.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 51,700, configured for rugby and association football with a bowl layout and four covered stands.
- Transport: Located in Ballsbridge, it is served by Lansdowne Road DART station and multiple Dublin Bus routes, making public transport the usual arrival method on match days.
How to Get to Aviva Stadium #
The stadium is a short walk from the city centre. Use the DART to Lansdowne Road station (one stop from Pearse Street) or the Luas tram to St. Stephen’s Green and walk ten minutes. On matchdays extra trains and services run.
Tips for Visiting Aviva Stadium #
- If attending rugby or international football, book tickets well in advance - the Aviva sells out quickly for big fixtures.
- The stadium is directly adjacent to Lansdowne Road and is best reached by DART (suburban rail) to Lansdowne Road station or by Luas (tram) to nearby stops.
- For architecture lovers, the stadium's bowl and seating geometry make for excellent photos from the northbank; go early for unobstructed light.
Best Time to Visit Aviva Stadium #
Visit for matches or events; the stadium's calendar defines the best time to go.
Weather & Climate near Aviva Stadium #
Aviva Stadium's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (714 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with 71 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with 71 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.
