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This was the jewels in the crown for our 13 year old during our visit to Manchester. Not only did he get invited to use the sensory room facilities but we had also booked him a stadium tour. I will start with the City v Burnley match that we were invited to attend. My son has sensory processing difficulties and as much as he adores football he cannot be in a regular stadium crowd for more than a few minutes at a time before he becomes overloaded. Therefore I requested to join the waiting list for the Etihad Stadiums Sensory room. The wait was not as long as I imagined although maybe longer now. Lucy got in touch 2 weeks before the game and can I just say Lucy is amazing! Such quick responses to any questions I had and it wasn't as if I gave a list of questions and let her respond. I'd message randomly with any questions that popped up and she was very quick and knowledgeable on her response. PK, Bet, Grace and Ross (the accent now has myself and partner in debate whether it was Ross or Russ sorry!) We're all amazing. pK rang me in advance and we made arrangements to meet. I even messaged him on the day to reconfirm everything and ask questions and like when we spoke he was incredibly helpful. We arrived shockingly early due to not knowing the area, arriving on public transport as we would rather be very early than late. Unfortunately the amount of rain falling that night was crazy by the time we arrived we were soaked through. By our meeting point that happened to be an entrance so we asked the staff if we could wait inside and they were so lovely and helpful. Everyone throughout our entire experience was just so happy, lovely, kind warming people. The staff who were greeting guests would come over in-between and speak with my son and ourselves. They said to go over to the reception area screen and he got to watch his hero's arrive to the stadium on there which was amazing for him. The sensory room and team who coordinate it are just the best, everything had been though about accessibility is visible throughout the stadium for those who cannot manage the stairs, allergies catered for. My son is known for autistic masking and the staff seemed to acknowledge that but not make a show of it. The entire time there was based on how my son was, how he felt and what he would like to do, if he wanted to experience the stadium outside there were seats available and he did go out a few times including to see the final whistle he did tell us it was so loud he was struggling but knew to come back inside before everything became too much as he was too frightened to miss a second. The staff, the club did everything and more. The sensory room itself my son was gutted he didn't have more time for because he was just bowled over by the size of the stadium, the amount of people and then ofcourse the match and the players. Thankfully they won! We all got food at half time and before the game the mascots came in and were cheeky and very entertaining a feature we weren't expecting. Moonchester and Moonbeam were a huge hit with my son. The light show prior to the game was something else. My son warmed to the whole experience and said it was the best day of his life. I could go on and on about the whole experience everyone was met, spoke to and spent time with at the game was an absolute pleasure. Our time there was one of the best experience of our lives not just our son. The next day we went on the stadium tour. We arrived late due to getting lost but staff kindly put us on the next tour as there was availability so we did not miss out on anything. We were given lanyards to keep (my son loves a lanyard and now has 2 Man City ones which he thinks is awesome) we had a photo taken with some of the trophies and given a card for other photo opportunities around the tour. We felt the prices for the photos were very reasonable. Our tour guides Steve and Julie were just so much fun they love their job as it visibly shows. Very funny people with what seems like a similar sense of humour to ourselves. They made the experience just the best.
Kay ThompsonKay Thompson
10
While my review will be biased as a city fan, I will do my best to be honest. Firstly,I have only been to a few stadiums. Namely CBSA (Formerly Ricoh arena) , villa park, old Trafford and the Emirates (Not including other sports or venues such as Wembley). The Etihad , in my opinion is the best in terms of hospitality. It feels modern and looks stunning. Parking takes a while to get out ( as with all stadiums if you use Thier car park, which I don't anymore, better to park 15 minutes away and walk). Getting in is very easy and stewards are super helpful and knowledgeable. My only criticism for this stadium is (apart from the south stand), the crowd can feel flat. There are individuals and groups who only celebrate goals, and simply sit silent for the rest of the game. While this is understandable for low stake games, I think the other clubs I've been to were more vocal in games of similar stake. The fans who are vocal however, are exceptional. In the south stand, chants pick up very frequently it's better than the other stands I've sat in. If it's atmosphere you enjoy, try to sit with the south stand, and avoid the family stand. Have no experience with the Colin bell stand. The east stand is somewhere in between and offers the best views. (I assume Colin bell stand will be very similar) Haven't used the food services or merchandise services but aware both are available. Toilets are best used well before the game and should be avoided at half time if possible. Urinals pool and long queues form outside. Best to only use if you are desperate. However this seems to be the case with all stadiums and in fairness, the floor has always been free of urine in my experience (not the case with other stadiums in this city!!!). Ultimately the Etihad is the nicest stadium I've been to, and easily the best football is played here. The atmosphere isn't the issue (the Madrid 4-0 SF 2nd leg game was absolutely surreal, when we score the noise is deafening), its more consistency and having a lively atmosphere in all games for 90 minutes.
Llyods Bank of EnglandLlyods Bank of England
10
Etihad Stadium is definitely impressive, and it's clear a lot of money has been spent to make it top-notch. We had great seats opposite the dugout, with a fantastic view and the added comfort of cushioned seating đ”âœïž. The atmosphere was better than my last visit several years ago, which likely reflects the growing support for Manchester City, although many fans seemed to be "tourist" fans rather than die-hard supporters. Overall, it was a good day out, but the ticket prices were noticeably high compared to Champions League games across the rest of Europe đž. I suppose that's just football in Englandâoverpriced and poorly regulated. What knocked a star off my review was the frustrating experience with stadium security. As a proud Iranian, I was carrying my Iranian flag đźđ·, and the security personnel had no idea what flag it was. After consulting her boss, she was told not to allow the flag in. I was given the option to either take it back to my car, store it, or throw it awayâwhich was infuriating đĄ. I requested to speak with her boss, who explained that no flags were allowed due to the conflict in West Asia. I pointed out that this conflict had nothing to do with me bringing my flag and questioned if this rule applied to other flags, including the UAE flag (given the club's ownership) or even the English flag. After explaining my points, the boss realized I was right and eventually let me in with my flag, but the stress and hassle were unnecessary and definitely soured my experience. All in all, a great stadium and match atmosphere, but the security situation left a lot to be desired đïžđ”.
Mahdiyar N.H.GilaniMahdiyar N.H.Gilani
20
The Etihad Stadium tour was an amazing experience that I recently enjoyed with my best friend and her children, including her son whoâs a big Manchester City fan. From start to finish, the tour was a perfect blend of excitement and behind-the-scenes access that thrilled both the adults and the kids alike. One standout feature was the hologram of Pep Guardiola, where we got to sit as if we were participating in a press conference. This unique and immersive experience made us feel like a true part of the teamâit was incredibly realistic and a brilliant addition to the tour. Seeing the kids light up as they âinteractedâ with Pep was priceless. We also had the chance to step into the menâs dressing room, which was such fun! Sitting where the players prepare before matches, surrounded by jerseys and imagining the buzz of game day, was something weâll never forget. The children especially loved every moment, exploring the stadium and learning about the clubâs history. The tour guides were fantastic, and although I canât remember their names, Iâve attached a video to give them credit. Our guide was hilarious, keeping us all laughing and engaged, and set a great pace for the tour so everyone could enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. Overall, the tour is a must for any City fan (or football fan in general). Itâs informative, interactive, and makes for a memorable outing for families and friends. Highly recommended!
Muna AbdiMuna Abdi
00
We visited the Etihad Stadium on our recent visit to Manchester. We visited both Manchester United and Manchester Cityâs stadiums but only saw the outside of both, however the review is about the area as a whole. I have already reviewed Manchester Unitedâs stadium, but we much preferred visiting the Etihad Stadium, mostly because you could park in the car park, get out and walk all the way around the stadium. This is something thatâs impossible to do at Manchester United (Old Trafford) because there are security stopping you from parking anywhere near it, even when itâs closed! So we really took our time and enjoyed looking around Manchester Cityâs stadium. This was my sons first visit to a stadium like this and he loved it. Even though it was closed and there wasnât a game on, it still felt like you were part of the whole team when walking around it. Iâd like to thank those in charge of the Etihad Stadium for allowing people to walk around it and take photos even when itâs not open. For many people this is the closest well get so to be able walk right up to the doors and be around the statues etc meant a lot. Thank you for allowing the car park to be open and free even when the stadium is closed too, it meant that we could visit easily and create memories my son will never forget. Thank you.
Samantha BSamantha B
10
The Etihad Stadium Tour was amazing value for money. At the beginning of the tour everyone was given a Manchester City Stadium Tour lanyard, which also gave you 10% off in the Club Shop. (A discount is always welcome đ) The tour lasted 80mins and we were told so many facts and interesting information. Our guide Stan was absolutely brilliant, his passion for the club shone through. At no time during our tour were we rushed through, everyone was given plenty of opportunities to take as many photographs as we wanted. To learn the history of the club, and how the club was formed was really heart warming. It was very interesting to learn the powerful effects psychology has on players, before a match, like why the away changing room is set out the way it is, how the away players enter the stadium, the pitch, etc and why the club go to such lengths, The flip side is the positive impact of psychology for players prior to their match. The Home Dressing Room demonstrates a perfect example of this. A lot of attention to detail is invested in the whole Club. If you love football, enjoy learning about a clubs history, this tour is a must. The Etihad Stadium is awesome. Highly recommend making the trip. đ©”âœđ„ đ©”
Ze NehctitZe Nehctit
60
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Basic Info
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Etihad Stadium, Etihad Campus, Manchester M11 3FF, United Kingdom
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+44 161 444 1894
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mancity.com
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The City of Manchester Stadium is the home of Premier League club Manchester City, with a domestic football capacity of 53,400, making it the 6th-largest football stadium in England and ninth-largest in the United Kingdom.
attractions: Co-op Live, Philips Park, Flip Out Manchester Trampoline & Adventure Park, The Manchester City Stadium Tour, restaurants: Cleo's Nashville Kitchen, The Grasshopper place, Maine Road Chippy, The Bakery 2, Hawkins, Spicy Mango, Chick Inn, The Lunch Box, Tony's Stadium Chippy, Meat Me Here

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