A football tour with real backstage energy. You get a player tunnel walk and a peek into the press conference room, plus enough behind-the-scenes access to make RB Leipzig feel real, not like a museum. One catch: it isn’t wheelchair friendly, so this is best for visitors who can handle the walk and stairs.

If you like football culture, not just stadium photos, this is a strong pick. The tours run 1 to 1.5 hours, guides speak German, and you’ll spend time in the parts of the ground where matchday staff and routines matter. It’s also great value at around $18, especially because the route includes multiple photo moments and downloadable digital content.

Key moments you’ll remember

• Player tunnel + changing-room peek for that proper backstage feeling
• Press conference room with film screening that sets context fast
• Catacombs and mixed zone where matchday nerves make sense
• Pitch access + high public viewpoints for your best “I’m really here” photos
• Night Tour LED Gate and light shows if you want the stadium with electricity
• RBL Wall-of-Fame and VIP areas for the culture side, not just the action

Why this Red Bull Arena Leipzig tour feels special

Red Bull Arena Leipzig has a personality. It’s modern, purposeful, and you can feel the club’s focus on performance and presentation in how the tour is staged. Even if football isn’t your whole identity, you’ll likely enjoy the mix of places: media rooms, player corridors, and the stadium’s big public vantage points.

What I like most is how the tour doesn’t stop at the pitch and “look, a trophy.” You get actual football workflow areas, like the mixed zone and stadium interior spaces where media and staff do their jobs. Second, the guide-led storytelling tends to land because it connects the building to the club culture and wins—so you’re not just walking through concrete.

A practical note up front: drinks aren’t allowed, and bags/backpacks are restricted. That means you’ll travel light, and you’ll probably skip big camera bags or anything that looks like it’ll slow the group down.

Pick the right tour length and style (60, 90, Night, Warm-up, Match day)

The basic idea stays the same—guided walking through the stadium with a behind-the-scenes route—but the exact stops change by tour type. If you want maximum value, choose based on the vibe you’re chasing: history, atmosphere, or matchday action.

You’ll see options in the 60- and 90-minute ranges, plus a Night Tour. The “highlights” routes are built around specific stops:

• 60-minute tour tends to hit the core: press conference room (with film screening), catacombs, mixed zone, home cabin, stadium interior/playing field time, highest public point, and the RBL Store area outside Sundays/holidays.
• 90-minute tour adds more variety: RBL Wall-of-Fame, sector B, crew cabins, VIP area, and an expanded interior walk.
• Red Bull Arena at Night Tour shifts the whole mood: media production spaces, Stadionblick & Musiksaal, and the LED Gate plus light shows and matchday-style screens.

Then there are match-specific versions:

• Warm-up tour is built for energy before kickoff, with the old main building featuring the Maradona tunnel concept, plus you can watch players warming up from the centre line area.
• Match day tour is basically the stadium in full setup mode—lights and boards up, screens showing matchday content, and staff busy with preparation.

If you’re traveling with kids or just want a smooth “see the important stuff” visit, the shorter tours make sense. If you’re a detail person—media rooms, corridors, architecture, club culture—go longer or pick Night/Warm-up.

Entering the stadium: where the story starts

Your first step is finding the right meeting spot. You’ll meet at the old north main building, to the right of the main entrance (Am Sportforum 3, 04105 Leipzig). This matters because you’ll likely be checked in quickly and ushered into the first part of the walk without a lot of waiting time.

Tours start with context. You’re not just let loose; you’re guided. That’s important here, because Red Bull Arena Leipzig isn’t “old stadium with ghosts”—it’s a newer venue, and its logic is easier to enjoy once someone explains how the club uses the space.

You’ll also want to note the language: tours are guided in German. If your German is basic, don’t panic. Stadium tours are visual, and you’ll still follow the flow even if you miss a few sentences. Still, if you prefer full understanding, bring basic football vocabulary or use translation on your phone.

Press conference room and film screening: the matchday mind-set

One of the best early stops is the press conference room with a film screening. This is a simple idea—show you matchday media culture—but it works because it resets your expectations. Instead of walking corridors like a tourist, you start thinking like you’re entering a working arena.

From here, the tour gets more directional. Guides typically connect what you’re seeing to what RB Leipzig is trying to communicate: performance, identity, and the club’s culture. If you care about football as a story, this is where you’ll start feeling it.

A small consideration: because this is a media room moment, there may be more instructions around standing/sitting and photo angles. You’ll get chances to shoot, but don’t plan on free wandering in this section.

Catacombs and mixed zone: where football tension becomes real

Next you move into the stadium’s backstage spine: stadium catacombs and the mixed zone. This is where the tour stops being “pretty walking” and starts feeling like a match is about to happen.

The catacombs area matters because it’s the transition zone—players, staff, media, and movement paths. You’ll see the kinds of routes clubs build so everyone knows where to go. The mixed zone is the contrast: it’s built for interaction, and it’s where post-action questions and quick exchanges happen.

What I find useful about these stops is that they teach you how a modern matchday flows. You stop imagining the game as a single 90-minute event and start seeing it as a whole system: preparation, movement, media rhythm, then kickoff.

If you’re the type who loves architecture and “how things work,” don’t rush your photos here. The angles and corridors help you understand the stadium’s layout. Also, you’ll likely hear the guide talk about the club’s approach to media and culture because these areas naturally invite that kind of explanation.

The player tunnel and changing rooms: the walk that sells it

The tour’s headline moment for a lot of people is the walk through the player tunnel and the chance to take a peek into the players’ changing-room area. This is the part that turns the building into a football set.

Walking the tunnel helps you grasp what players feel at that exact moment—sound, focus, and the shift from privacy to public view. Even if you’re not a die-hard fan, it’s one of those experiences where your brain clicks: this place was built for drama.

There’s also a practical reason the tunnel stop lands: it’s easy to visualize yourself in the scene. If you’ve ever watched football on TV, this is one of the fastest ways to translate the broadcast into physical space.

One note from common tour experience: you may get a chance to sit in the trainer bank / bench area as part of the stadium interior segment. It’s the kind of detail that turns photos into memories because it’s interactive, not just observational.

Home cabin, stadium interior, and the best public viewpoints

Now you’re into the stadium’s interior zones. Depending on the tour length, you’ll get time around:

• Home cabin
• Stadium interior with access to the playing field
• The highest public point in the stadium

This part is where your value depends on expectations. If your goal is simply to stand on the pitch and grab photos, you’ll feel satisfied. If your goal is to understand the full “home-field” layout—places for staff, sight lines, and the way spectators experience the stadium—going longer usually helps.

The highest public point is especially worth it because it helps you appreciate the stadium’s geometry. In a modern arena, that vertical viewpoint makes a huge difference. Suddenly, you’re not thinking about seats; you’re thinking about the bowl and how the club’s presentation style fills the space.

Also, the playing field time is your big reality check. You’ll see how the stadium floor looks up close, and you’ll understand why it photographs the way it does.

And yes, there are many photo spots during the route. The tour is paced so you don’t constantly feel like you’re missing the “best” angle because the group is moving too fast. Bring a steady hand and plan for quick, practical shots.

RBL Wall-of-Fame, VIP areas, and sector time

If you pick the 90-minute format, you’ll likely spend time around the RBL Wall-of-Fame and a VIP area stop. You’ll also hear more about sector placement and stadium identity through stops like Sector B (on the longer tour).

This is where the tour becomes about RB Leipzig as a brand and a club culture, not just a place where games happen. The Wall-of-Fame type stops give you anchors—names, achievements, and a sense of continuity.

VIP areas can feel like a “cool for photos” detour, but they’re still useful. They show you the contrast between public and private stadium life. You get a sense of how the stadium is built to host different roles: players, staff, partners, media, and fans.

If you prefer staying strictly in football spaces (tunnel, pitch, mixed zone), you can still enjoy this part. Just expect it to be less “action” and more “context.”

Night Tour: the LED Gate, light shows, and media production

If you’re choosing only one special option, the Red Bull Arena at Night Tour is the most dramatic. This is the route built around atmosphere—light shows, matchday-style screens, and the stadium feeling like it’s in performance mode.

Key stops on the Night Tour include:

• Stadionblick & Musiksaal
• media production
• the LED Gate
• an extended vibe of light shows and technical matchday content

Two details matter most here. First, light shows only happen on the Night Tour, so if you care about that spectacle, don’t settle for the daytime routes. Second, the LED Gate is only during the Night Tour, which makes it a genuinely unique moment rather than just another corridor photo.

The media production area and technical content are useful if you enjoy how modern arenas run. You start to see the stadium as a production machine, not just a bowl for fans.

And for many people, this night timing is also a comfort factor: the stadium can feel less intense than matchday chaos, while still delivering the show.

Warm-up and Match day tours: watching the stadium at work

If you can time it, Warm-up and Match day versions add a layer most tours can’t match: you’re watching the stadium prepare itself.

Warm-up tour

The Warm-up tour includes the old main building with the Maradona tunnel concept, plus the press conference room (with a matchday prediction game) and then time to watch players warming up. You can experience this from the centre line area with direct access to the stadium whether you have tickets for the upcoming match.

This option is ideal if you like the pre-game mood: focused, quiet energy, and small moments that are easy to miss from TV.

Match day tour

The Match day tour is built around stadium readiness. You’ll move through areas like the press conference room (with matchday prediction game) and see the stadium interior as everything comes alive: lights on, boards up, screens running matchday content, and plenty of staff working.

There’s something satisfying about this. It’s like stepping behind the curtain early and watching the crew do their jobs before the crowd takes over.

One caution: match day versions are more “alive,” which can mean tighter pacing and more operational movement around you. If you’re sensitive to crowds, consider this when choosing your tour time.

What the $18 price really buys you

At around $18 per person, this tour sits in the “good value” zone for stadium access. The value isn’t just the pitch photo—it’s the range of spaces you’re allowed to see in a guided format.

You’re getting:

• arena access
• a guided route (45-, 60-, 75-, or 90-minute options)
• multiple behind-the-scenes zones like catacombs and mixed zone
• photo opportunities across the route
• digital content as part of the experience

And there’s no claim of meet-and-greet players. That matters because it keeps expectations honest. You won’t be waiting for autographs; you’ll be focused on the spaces and the story.

Also, the tour is described as suitable for all ages, which usually means you won’t need special stamina planning beyond regular walking. Just remember the restrictions: no drinks, no bags/backpacks, and no baby carriages.

Tour pacing, your best strategy, and small rules that matter

These tours are guided walks through a working venue. That means your best strategy is simple:

• show up on time for the meeting point
• travel light (no bags/backpacks, and drinks aren’t allowed)
• bring a camera plan: short shots at each key stop, then move on

Because the guide is German, it can help to learn a couple football words so you can follow the story beats. Even if you don’t, the physical route does a lot of the teaching.

Also, the tour rules include restrictions like no wheelchair access and no baby carriages. So if mobility is a concern, you’ll need to plan another option rather than forcing this one.

Who should book this RB Leipzig stadium access tour

This is a good fit if you want:

• behind-the-scenes football access in one guided package
• tunnel and pitch time without buying a match ticket
• a club-culture explanation alongside the physical tour
• a chance to experience the stadium’s show side on the Night Tour

If you’re the kind of visitor who likes to understand a venue—how it’s laid out, where media works, where players pass through—this tour is built for you.

If you want a fully accessible experience, this may not be right because it’s not suitable for wheelchair users.

Should you book this tour?

I’d book it if you’re in Leipzig and you like your sightseeing with purpose. For the price, you get more than a quick lap: you get real matchday zones like catacombs, mixed zone, and the player tunnel, plus pitch access and high viewpoints. If your dates allow, the Night Tour is the best choice for atmosphere because it’s the only one with light shows and the LED Gate.

Skip it only if mobility access is an issue for you, or if you don’t want to follow stadium rules about bags and drinks. Otherwise, this is one of those “football fans and casual fans both get something” experiences.

FAQ

How long is the Red Bull Arena Leipzig stadium tour?

The guided walking tours run for about 1 to 1.5 hours, with tour options listed as 45, 60, 75, or 90 minutes depending on the route you book.

Where do I meet for the stadium tours?

You meet at the old north main building to the right of the main entrance to the stadium (Am Sportforum 3, 04105 Leipzig).

What do I see on the 60-minute tour?

The 60-minute highlights include the press conference room with film screening, stadium catacombs, mixed zone, home cabin, stadium interior with playing field access, the highest public point in the stadium, and the RBL Store stadium forecourt (not on Sundays or public holidays).

What’s different about the 90-minute tour?

The 90-minute tour includes the same basic core stops as the shorter option, plus additional areas such as the RBL Wall-of-Fame, Sector B, crew cabins, VIP area, and more time in stadium interior spaces.

What’s included on the Night Tour?

The Night Tour includes the press conference room with film screening, stadium catacombs, mixed zone, crew cabins, stadium interior with playing field access, VIP area, Stadionblick & Musiksaal, media production, and the LED Gate plus light shows and matchday-style content.

Is there food or drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included.

Can I bring a backpack, bag, or baby carriage?

No. Backpacks and bags are not allowed, and baby carriages are not allowed.

Are players available for meet and greet?

No meet-and-greet is included. The information states that all players will be off-site during opening hours.

What cancellation options do I have?

Free cancellation is listed up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.