Solidarnost Samara Arena
Stadium Samara football stadium used during 2018 World Cup
Samara’s Solidarnost (Samara Arena) sits near the Volga and hosted 2018 World Cup matches; visitors attend games, stadium tours and riverside promenades.
Solidarnost Samara Arena is a football stadium in Samara Oblast built to host matches for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, with a capacity of around 44,000 spectators. Its distinctive exterior and riverside siting make it a prominent feature on the Samara waterfront.
The stadium’s design provides uninterrupted views of the pitch from a single-tiered bowl and includes public plazas and access routes aligned with nearby transport links. The riverside location offers external viewpoints over the Volga from the stadium precinct.
Constructed in the lead-up to the 2018 World Cup, the venue remains in use for domestic football and events and serves as one of the city’s major sports facilities.
The stadium stands on the Volga River’s bank within Samara city limits and is accessible from Samara’s urban transport network.
- Capacity and event history: Capacity is approximately 44,000 and the stadium was completed for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
- Riverside setting: The venue sits on the Volga River's banks, giving the stadium a prominent riverside location in Samara.
What to See #
- Main bowl: The main spectator bowl seats roughly 44,000 spectators and was built to host several matches during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
- Embankment and promenades: A riverside embankment and public promenades lie near the stadium, offering views toward the Volga and cityscape from the outside concourses.
How to Get to Solidarnost Samara Arena #
The stadium is located on the banks of the Volga in Samara; from Samara city center it is reachable by local bus or taxi-expect a 15-25 minute trip depending on traffic. Check local transit options on event days.
Tips for Visiting Solidarnost Samara Arena #
- Match and concert schedules determine access-check with the stadium operator in advance.
- The arena is in the Kirovsky district-use public transport to avoid event-day congestion.
- Nearby cafés and parks are good spots to see the stadium façade without entering the complex.
Best Time to Visit Solidarnost Samara Arena #
Visit in late spring through early autumn for the most pleasant conditions.
Weather & Climate near Solidarnost Samara Arena #
Solidarnost Samara Arena's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (537 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of -3°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 25 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (42 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 70 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly overcast skies.