Football Ground Map
Football Ground Map
England is the home of football. So, therefore, it's the place to be for the best experiences and stadium tours. But, if you're an avid football fan from the UK or beyond, there are places and experiences that you must check out at least once, and we have the best of them below.
The birthplace of football has never been contested, with it renowned for being in England. And fans have the opportunity, whenever the mood takes them, to head to the pub where the English Football Association first convened to discuss the sport, the rules they had in mind, and how things would progress. The pub, located in Covent Garden in London, is called The Freemason's Arms. And there's plenty of football memorabilia on site, and games are shown live regularly.
When Spurs moved into their new home, they included the Dare Skywalk for fans to enjoy, which involved climbing up the roof of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with an excellent view of the pitch, and a chance to see the Golden Cockerel. It's one of UK football's best attractions, and the tour at what is a multi-purpose stadium is fantastic too. Thousands flock to the venue, be it for football or now that it's England's home of the NFL. And traditionally, match betting on NFL games has always been part of the whole matchday experience, which is made possible thanks to in-stadium wifi.
Manchester United may not be the force they were under Sir Alex Ferguson, but Old Trafford, lovingly known as the Theatre of Dreams, is still one of, if not the most iconic footballing venue in the UK and potentially in Europe and the world too. The stadium tour at Old Trafford is something that everyone should experience at least once, even if they're not fans of Manchester United. From the tunnel in the corner of the ground to the dugout and beyond, it's a tour like no other.
While in Manchester for a tour of Old Trafford, there's also the opportunity to visit the National Football Museum. For some people, museums can be pretty dull, but this one is perfect for football fans, as it celebrates the sport and all its history in the greatest way possible. There are interactive displays, match-worn shirts from over the years, and everything you need to know and see about England's 1966 World Cup triumph. The National Football Museum is a must-visit, and as the content is regularly updated, it's perfect to head back to as time passes.
One of the great things about being a football fan and living in England is that in most cities, there are things to see and do relating to the sport. And, because there are so many attractions and stadium tours, you'll never get bored or stuck doing the same thing repeatedly.
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