Puskás Aréna
Stadium Major Budapest stadium, Hungary's national football venue
Puskás Aréna in Budapest serves as Hungary’s national stadium, hosting international football matches, club fixtures and large concerts; visitors attend games, national events and occasional stadium tours.
Puskás Aréna is the national stadium of Hungary located in Budapest and is named after the Hungarian footballer Ferenc Puskás. The modern venue opened in 2019 and serves as a primary stadium for national team fixtures and large-scale events.
The arena offers a seating capacity of about 67,215 and is configured for football matches and concerts, with broad concourses and hospitality areas for corporate and spectator use. Matchdays and major concerts attract the largest crowds, and the stadium is equipped with contemporary broadcast and spectator facilities.
It was built on the site of the older Népstadion and was intended to provide a modern national venue meeting international standards. Since opening it has hosted major domestic and international fixtures and is used for occasional cultural events.
The stadium sits on the Pest side of Budapest in the city’s 14th district, close to the Hungexpo fairgrounds and accessible by Budapest public transport links.
- Capacity: Seating capacity is approximately 67,215, making it Hungary's largest stadium by capacity.
- Opening and name: Opened in 2019 and named after Ferenc Puskás, the stadium replaced the older Népstadion on the same site in Budapest.
What to See #
- Main bowl: The main spectator bowl that surrounds the pitch with a seating capacity of about 67,215 and modern sightlines for football and concert events.
- Hospitality and public spaces: Hospitality suites, conference rooms and public foyers used for corporate events and matchday hospitality; these areas are integrated into the stadium's outer concourse.
How to Get to Puskás Aréna #
Take Budapest Metro lines M2 (red) or M4 (green) to the Puskás Ferenc Stadion station - the station serves the arena directly and it’s only a short walk (roughly 200-400 m) from the stop to the stadium entrances. By car the arena sits off Dózsa György út / Hungária körút east of the city centre; from Deák Ferenc tér it’s about a 10-15 minute drive (around 3-5 km) with matchday parking and event traffic management in place.
Tips for Visiting Puskás Aréna #
- Use Budapest public transport: the stadium is served by the Puskás Ferenc Stadion metro stop (M2) and multiple trams/buses-public transport is usually faster than driving on match/event days.
- Arrive 60-90 minutes before kick‑off to clear security and find your gate; turnstiles and queues peak in the 30 minutes before kick‑off.
- Book stadium tours or special event tickets in advance-guides and the on‑site exhibition sell out on match weekends; day tours are quieter on weekday mornings when no events are scheduled.
Best Time to Visit Puskás Aréna #
Plan visits around the arena's event calendar - attend for matches or concerts, or go on non-event days for lower crowds and easier access.
Weather & Climate near Puskás Aréna #
Puskás Aréna's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Continental - Hot-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 28°C. Moderate rainfall (533 mm/year).
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. The driest month with just 28 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. The wettest month with 63 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (50 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 4°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.