Estadio Más Monumental Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
“El Monumental” · “Más Monumental”
Where to sit at Estadio Más Monumental
San Martín platea media, central
Central seats on the main stand at mid-height give the cleanest view of the whole pitch.
Belgrano platea alta, central
The opposite main side upper tier offers a big, elevated view at lower prices than San Martín.
Sívori or Centenario populares
Behind the goal with River's loudest support for the full-throated matchday experience.
Populares upper back, behind the goal
High, packed and end-on, a long way from play.
About Estadio Más Monumental
The Más Monumental holds around 85,018 across four great stands: San Martín (the main west side, the oficial stand), Belgrano (east), plus the behind-goal ends Sívori (north) and Centenario (south). The San Martín and Belgrano sides carry the tiered plateas (bajas, medias and altas), while the Sívori and Centenario ends hold the populares, the standing-spirited home support that generates the wall of noise for River. A new low pitch-level ring, added when the running track was removed, puts front rows closer than ever. It is the home of River Plate and a frequent host of the Argentina national team and huge concerts.
The Estadio Más Monumental, officially Estadio Antonio Vespucio Liberti, is River Plate's giant stadium in the Núñez/Belgrano area of Buenos Aires, opened in 1938 and now the largest stadium in Argentina. A recent renovation removed the athletics track and added a new pitch-level ring, bringing capacity to around 85,000, with a further expansion toward roughly 101,000 planned ahead of the 2030 World Cup.
Estadio Más Monumental in photos
5 outside · 2 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Estadio Más Monumental. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
Football (River home)
River Plate matches fill the bowl to around 85,000, with the loudest support behind the goals in the Sívori and Centenario populares.
Football (Argentina NT / finals)
The Argentina national team and major finals use the full stadium with a more mixed crowd across all four stands.
End-stage concert
As Argentina's largest concert venue, it hosts stadium tours with an end stage over the pitch; the field becomes GA or seated rows and the far end is curtained.
Seating levels explained
Plateas Bajas / new lower ringLower seated rings on the sidelines
The lower seated tiers on the two main sides, now including the pitch-level ring added after the track was removed.
Pros: Closest side views of the pitch, especially the new field-level rows.
Cons: Lower rows have a flatter angle; some views along the touchline.
Plateas MediasMiddle seated rings on the sidelines
The middle seated tiers on the sidelines, a favored balance of height and proximity.
Pros: Excellent central elevated views of the whole pitch.
Cons: Among the more sought-after, pricier seats.
Plateas AltasUpper seated rings on the sidelines
The high upper tiers on the two main stands.
Pros: Sweeping panoramic views across the large bowl.
Cons: High and far from the pitch, especially toward the corners.
PopularesNorth (Sívori) and south (Centenario) ends
The standing-spirited home ends behind the goals that host the most fervent River support.
Pros: The most intense, song-filled atmosphere in the stadium.
Cons: End-on views, dense crowds, and less comfort than the seated plateas.
Best seats at Estadio Más Monumental
Best overall view
San Martín platea media, central
Central seats on the main stand at mid-height give the cleanest view of the whole pitch.
Closest to the action
New lower pitch-level ring, San Martín or Belgrano
The added field-level rows put you right by the touchline after the track's removal.
Panorama on a budget
Belgrano platea alta, central
The opposite main side upper tier offers a big, elevated view at lower prices than San Martín.
Atmosphere and singing
Sívori or Centenario populares
Behind the goal with River's loudest support for the full-throated matchday experience.
First-time visitor comfort
San Martín central plateas / hospitality
The main stand offers the best comfort, sightlines and hospitality access for a first visit.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall view | San Martín platea media, central | Central seats on the main stand at mid-height give the cleanest view of the whole pitch. |
| Closest to the action | New lower pitch-level ring, San Martín or Belgrano | The added field-level rows put you right by the touchline after the track's removal. |
| Panorama on a budget | Belgrano platea alta, central | The opposite main side upper tier offers a big, elevated view at lower prices than San Martín. |
| Atmosphere and singing | Sívori or Centenario populares | Behind the goal with River's loudest support for the full-throated matchday experience. |
| First-time visitor comfort | San Martín central plateas / hospitality | The main stand offers the best comfort, sightlines and hospitality access for a first visit. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Populares upper back, behind the goal: High, packed and end-on, a long way from play.
Platea alta corners: Height plus a corner angle leaves a distant, oblique view of the far goal.
Lower front rows near the corners: Flat angle and touchline obstructions in the foreground.
Concert seats behind an end stage: Curtained off or facing away from the stage.
Accessibility & companion seating
The Más Monumental's recent renovation improved accessibility, adding adapted positions, entrances and facilities, though this remains a very large older stadium with long walks. Wheelchair users should arrange accessible tickets and access through the club's official channels in advance.
Where: Accessible positions are provided at pitch-level and lower areas, primarily on the main San Martín side, reachable without the upper-tier stairs.
Upcoming events at Estadio Más Monumental
River Plate vs Rosario Central
Sun, 2 Aug 2026 · Argentine Primera Division
River Plate vs Argentinos Juniors
Sun, 16 Aug 2026 · Argentine Primera Division
River Plate vs Velez Sarsfield
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 · Argentine Primera Division
River Plate vs Independiente Rivadavia
Sun, 6 Sept 2026 · Argentine Primera Division
River Plate vs Club Atletico Huracan
Sun, 20 Sept 2026 · Argentine Primera Division
Getting there
Transport
The nearest rail is the Belgrano Norte line, and several bus lines serve Avenida Figueroa Alcorta and Avenida Udaondo around the ground; the closest Subte stations are a longer walk or connection away. Matchdays and concerts bring heavy crowds, so allow plenty of time and follow the club's designated access streets by stand.
The area
The stadium sits in a leafy, upscale part of northern Buenos Aires near the Ciudad Universitaria, the River Plate sports complex and the River bank of the Río de la Plata. It is a calmer, more residential setting than La Boca, close to Belgrano's shops and cafes.
Estadio Más Monumental · Buenos Aires, Argentina
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Monumental?
After the renovation that removed the running track and added a pitch-level ring, it holds around 85,018, making it the largest stadium in Argentina. A planned expansion aims to raise it toward 101,000 before the 2030 World Cup.
What are the four stands called?
San Martín is the main west side (the oficial stand), Belgrano is the east side, and the behind-goal ends are Sívori (north) and Centenario (south), which hold the populares.
Where is the best atmosphere?
The Sívori and Centenario populares behind the goals host River's most passionate support and are the loudest areas; the central San Martín stand balances atmosphere with the best views.
Does the Argentina national team play here?
Yes. The Más Monumental is a regular home for the Argentina national team and hosts major finals, alongside being River Plate's home ground.
How do I get to the stadium?
Use the Belgrano Norte rail line or buses along Figueroa Alcorta and Udaondo; the club designates specific access streets by stand, so check your ticket and arrive early.
Is the Monumental used for concerts?
Yes, it is Argentina's largest concert venue and has hosted many of the biggest international stadium tours, using an end-stage layout over the pitch.
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