Singapore National Stadium Seating Guide
Where to sit & the best seats
“The Kallang” · “Sports Hub”
Where to sit at Singapore National Stadium
Middle tier along the main side at halfway
A central, elevated view of the whole field or stage.
Upper-tier sections
The cheapest seats, always under the dome, with a complete overview.
Lower tier along the touchline
The best spot for the fast, festival atmosphere of the Sevens.
Lower-tier seats at the far end for football
Distance, and for athletics or cricket the track or boundary pushes you back.
About Singapore National Stadium
The Singapore National Stadium seats around 55,000 under the world's largest free-standing dome, with a retractable roof and movable lower tier that reshape the bowl for different sports. The best all-round views run along the main side at halfway, the upper tier is always under the dome and the best value, and lower-tier blocks are closest for concerts and rugby sevens. Every seat has an individual cooling vent. It hosts football and rugby internationals, the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens, cricket, athletics and major concerts.
The centrepiece of the Singapore Sports Hub, opened in 2014 with the world's largest free-standing dome, a 312-metre retractable roof, and movable lower-tier seating that reconfigures the bowl for football, rugby, cricket, athletics and concerts. Every seat has an individual air-cooling vent.
Singapore National Stadium in photos
3 outside · 4 inside the venue
Seating map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Singapore National Stadium. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
Football / rugby (about 55,000)
The retractable lower tier moves in for rectangular sports, including internationals and the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens.
Athletics and cricket (about 50,000-52,000)
The bowl reconfigures for track and field and for cricket.
Concerts
Major touring concerts under the closed dome, one of Asia's premier concert venues.
Seating levels explained
Lower tier (movable)Level 1 blocks (retractable sections)
The lowest ring, part of which slides to reconfigure the bowl.
Pros: The closest to the pitch or stage, with individually cooled seats.
Cons: For athletics and cricket the track or boundary sets you back.
Middle tierMid blocks and suites
The premium middle band with lounges and suites.
Pros: The best central sightlines and comfort.
Cons: Premium pricing.
Upper tierLevel 3 blocks under the dome
The top ring beneath the domed roof.
Pros: Sheltered by the dome, a full overview, and the best value.
Cons: High and distant from the field or stage.
Best seats at Singapore National Stadium
Best overall
Middle tier along the main side at halfway
A central, elevated view of the whole field or stage.
Best value
Upper-tier sections
The cheapest seats, always under the dome, with a complete overview.
Cover / climate
Any seat with the roof closed, or the upper rows
The dome shelters from rain and heat, and every seat has a cooling vent.
Concert front sections
Lower-tier blocks facing the stage
The closest to the performers for concerts.
Rugby Sevens atmosphere
Lower tier along the touchline
The best spot for the fast, festival atmosphere of the Sevens.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall | Middle tier along the main side at halfway | A central, elevated view of the whole field or stage. |
| Best value | Upper-tier sections | The cheapest seats, always under the dome, with a complete overview. |
| Cover / climate | Any seat with the roof closed, or the upper rows | The dome shelters from rain and heat, and every seat has a cooling vent. |
| Concert front sections | Lower-tier blocks facing the stage | The closest to the performers for concerts. |
| Rugby Sevens atmosphere | Lower tier along the touchline | The best spot for the fast, festival atmosphere of the Sevens. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Lower-tier seats at the far end for football: Distance, and for athletics or cricket the track or boundary pushes you back.
Highest upper-tier back rows: Steep and far from the action.
Seats behind or beside the stage at concerts: A restricted or side-on view of the performance.
Deep corner blocks: An angled view across the field.
Accessibility & companion seating
The National Stadium provides accessible and companion seating on multiple levels with step-free access, lifts and accessible facilities across the Sports Hub. Positions are booked through the ticketing operator, and Stadium MRT offers barrier-free arrival.
Where: Accessible platforms distributed around the lower and upper tiers.
Upcoming events at Singapore National Stadium
Guns N Roses-Kallang, Singapore
Wed, 25 Nov 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Singapore City, Singapore
Thu, 17 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Kallang, Singapore
Thu, 17 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Kallang, Singapore
Sat, 19 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Singapore City, Singapore
Sat, 19 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Kallang, Singapore
Sun, 20 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Singapore City, Singapore
Sun, 20 Dec 2026 · Concerts
BTS-Kallang, Singapore
Tue, 22 Dec 2026 · Concerts
Getting there
Transport
Stadium MRT station on the Circle line is at the door, with Kallang MRT nearby, a short ride from the city centre. Parking is limited, so the MRT is recommended.
The area
In Kallang beside the Kallang Basin and the site of the old National Stadium, part of the waterfront Sports Hub with the OCBC Arena, aquatic centre and shopping.
Singapore National Stadium · Singapore, Singapore
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Singapore National Stadium?
Around 55,000 for football and rugby, about 52,000 for cricket and 50,000 for athletics, as the bowl reconfigures.
Does it have a roof?
Yes, a retractable dome roof, the largest free-standing dome in the world, which can close in about 20 minutes.
Is it air-conditioned?
The seating bowl has a cooling system with an individual air vent at every seat, though it is not fully air-conditioned.
What events are held there?
Football and rugby internationals, the HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens, cricket, athletics and major concerts.
Where are the best seats?
The middle tier along the main side at halfway, or the upper tier for value under the dome.
How do I get there?
Stadium MRT station on the Circle line is at the door, a short ride from the city centre.
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Seating guideSources
- Singapore Sports Hub / The Kallang
- The Stadium Guide: Singapore National Stadium
- Wikipedia: National Stadium, Singapore
Hero image: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0 — via Wikimedia Commons