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Your seating map and chart: where to sit, the best seats and the view from your seat
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Where to sit at Principality Stadium
The best seats at Principality Stadium are Middle tier along the touchline at halfway for the view. For value, choose Upper-tier ends and corners. For atmosphere, head to Lower tier behind the posts. Avoid Front rows of the lower tier behind the in-goal. Principality Stadium seats 73,931, home of Wales national rugby union team and Welsh Rugby Union (WRU).
Middle tier along the touchline at halfway
A central, elevated view of the whole pitch.
Full detail Best valueUpper-tier ends and corners
The cheapest seats with a full overview.
Full detail Best atmosphereLower tier behind the posts
Among the loudest Welsh supporters for tries and the anthem.
Full detail Where to avoidFront rows of the lower tier behind the in-goal
A flat angle to the far end of the pitch.
Full detailAbout Principality Stadium
The Principality Stadium holds around 74,000 in three steep tiers close to the pitch, the home of Welsh rugby. The best views run along the halfway line in the middle tier, the loudest support is in the lower tier behind the posts, and the upper corners are the best value. Its retractable roof, often closed for internationals, traps and amplifies the noise. It hosts Wales Test matches including the Six Nations, plus football finals, concerts and other events.
Wales's national stadium in the heart of Cardiff, opened in 1999 with the first fully retractable roof in the UK. Three steep tiers rise close to the pitch, and with the roof closed it becomes a deafening indoor cauldron, one of the loudest atmospheres in world rugby.
Principality Stadium seating plan
General seating reference for Principality Stadium, also known as the Principality Stadium seating map, seating chart or seat plan. Check your selected event for its exact configuration.
Principality Stadium seating capacity and layouts
The Principality Stadium seating capacity is about 73,931 seats. The number in use changes with the layout, so here is how each set-up works.
Rugby internationals
Wales Test matches including the Six Nations and autumn series; the roof is often closed for a huge indoor atmosphere.
Football / domestic finals
Has hosted FA Cup finals, Welsh football and other finals when needed.
Concerts / events
Major stadium concerts, speedway and events, usually with the roof closed.
Seating levels explained
Lower tierBlocks around the ground at pitch level
The steep lower ring close to the touchlines and in-goal.
Pros: Close to the pitch and the wall of noise.
Cons: A lower angle behind the posts.
Middle tierHospitality and premium middle blocks
The middle band along the sides, holding much of the hospitality seating.
Pros: Central, elevated sightlines.
Cons: Premium pricing on the halfway line.
Upper tierHighest blocks around the ground
The very steep top ring wrapping the ground.
Pros: A panoramic view, the best value, and always covered when the roof is closed.
Cons: Steep and high, and distant from the play.
Principality Stadium view from your seat
Lower tier, sideline
L4 to L14 (Westgate Street side) and L25 to L35 (River Taff side)Along the touchlines closest to the pitch, side on at low height. The front rows are close to play but give a flatter view of the far touchline, and the view improves a few rows back.
Tip: For WRU events, seats with extra handrails for ambulant fans are in L12 and L27.
Lower tier, behind the posts
South end L16 to L23, north end L37 to L42 and L1 to L2End on, looking straight down the pitch, with tries and kicks at your end right in front of you and the far end a long way off.
Tip: The north end sits under the two tier North Stand, which holds the WRU's 4,200 seat alcohol free zone. Check whether your block is in it before you buy.
Middle tier, sideline
M4 to M14 (Westgate Street side) and M25 to M35 (River Taff side)A raised, side on view across the full width of the pitch. Seats between the 22 metre lines are widely seen as the best in the stadium for rugby.
Tip: For the most central view, choose the blocks in the middle of each side, roughly M8 to M10 and M29 to M31.
Middle tier, ends and corners
South end M15 to M24, north corners M1 to M3 and M36 to M38A raised end on or corner view, higher than the lower tier behind the posts, so depth down the pitch is easier to judge.
Tip: The North Stand has no middle tier across its centre, only the corner M blocks.
Upper tier, sideline
U4 to U14 (Westgate Street side) and U25 to U35 (River Taff side)The top ring of the bowl, with a high, panoramic side on view of the whole pitch and the roof. The tier is big and steep, so the back rows are a long climb and far from play.
Tip: The fan zone is in U9 and U10, so expect more activity round those blocks before kick off.
Upper tier ends and the North Stand
South end U15 to U24, north corners U1 to U3 and U36 to U38, North Stand N1 to N4 and UN1 to UN4A high, end on view down the length of the pitch. The North Stand is the surviving part of the old National Stadium and has two tiers instead of three, with N1 to N4 and UN1 to UN4 above the lower L blocks.
How Principality Stadium seat numbers work
Blocks use a letter for the tier and a number for the position: L1 to L42 is the lower tier, M1 to M38 the middle tier and U1 to U38 the upper tier, and the North Stand also has N1 to N4 and UN1 to UN4. On the stadium plan, L1 is at the Castle Street end on the Westgate Street side, and the numbers run along Westgate Street, round the Wood Street end, back along the River Taff side and round the Castle Street end. The M and U tiers follow the same pattern. Your block, row, seat, aisle and entry gate are all printed on your ticket.
Reading a ticket: Block U21: U means the upper tier, and 21 puts you at the Wood Street end behind the posts. Follow the aisle printed on your ticket, and use the entry gate printed on it too, because gates are allocated per ticket.
Principality Stadium floor plan for concerts
The stadium has a curtain system that sets capacity for smaller shows, and the layout changes with each tour, so check the plan for your event. Some tours go in the round: for Ed Sheeran in 2022 the stadium describes a 360 degree stage in the centre of the floor, with all three tiers sold and standing tickets on the floor.
The floor: The pitch is usually general admission standing. It is flat, so a tall crowd in front can block your view.
For an end stage show, the Westgate Street and River Taff sideline blocks give a side on view, the end opposite the stage gives the straight on but most distant view, and seats round and behind the stage may be closed or sold as restricted view depending on the tour.
Best seats at Principality Stadium
Best overall / halfway
Middle tier along the touchline at halfway
A central, elevated view of the whole pitch.
Best value
Upper-tier ends and corners
The cheapest seats with a full overview.
Best atmosphere
Lower tier behind the posts
Among the loudest Welsh supporters for tries and the anthem.
Roof-closed occasions
Any tier when the roof is shut
The closed roof traps and amplifies the noise for a spine-tingling atmosphere.
Premium
Middle-tier halfway hospitality
The best sightlines with lounge and dining access.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall / halfway | Middle tier along the touchline at halfway | A central, elevated view of the whole pitch. |
| Best value | Upper-tier ends and corners | The cheapest seats with a full overview. |
| Best atmosphere | Lower tier behind the posts | Among the loudest Welsh supporters for tries and the anthem. |
| Roof-closed occasions | Any tier when the roof is shut | The closed roof traps and amplifies the noise for a spine-tingling atmosphere. |
| Premium | Middle-tier halfway hospitality | The best sightlines with lounge and dining access. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Front rows of the lower tier behind the in-goal: A flat angle to the far end of the pitch.
Highest upper-tier back rows: Steep and far from the action.
Seats behind stage rigging at concerts: For concerts, some blocks sit behind or beside the stage.
Deep corner blocks: An angled view across the pitch.
Accessibility & companion seating
The Principality Stadium provides wheelchair and accessible seating with companion spaces on multiple levels, plus accessible entrances, lifts and facilities. Positions are booked through the WRU and venue, and its central location is well served by step-free transport.
Where: Wheelchair spaces are on Levels 3, 4 and 6, and seats with extra handrails for ambulant fans are in blocks L12 and L27 for WRU events.
Food & drink at Principality Stadium
Principality Stadium's concourse catering has been overhauled under a new partnership with Aramark UK, with a stronger emphasis on Welsh suppliers and a trader-residency scheme for local vendors. Pies remain the staple — Celtic Welsh pies feature on the menu — joined by newer additions such as salt and chilli chicken tenders with curry sauce and samosa chaat, plus doughnuts from local maker Planet Doughnut. Beer on the concourses is lower-strength 4.1% Amstel, which the WRU phased in to replace 5% Heineken.
Bars operate the Challenge 21 age-verification policy, and a permanent 4,200-capacity alcohol-free zone runs in the North Stand. Free drinking-water stations are provided throughout the stadium.
Worth seeking out
- Celtic Welsh pies on the concourses
- Salt and chilli chicken tenders with curry sauce
- Samosa chaat from the new Aramark menu
- Planet Doughnut treats from a local vendor
- Alcohol-free family zone in the North Stand
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Fixtures & tickets at Principality Stadium
All upcoming events at Principality Stadium
Wales vs Japan
Sat, 7 Nov 2026 · World Rugby Nations Championship
Wales vs New Zealand
Sat, 14 Nov 2026 · World Rugby Nations Championship
Wales vs Australia
Sat, 21 Nov 2026 · World Rugby Nations Championship
Wales vs Ireland
Sat, 20 Feb 2027 · Six Nations
Wales vs England
Sat, 6 Mar 2027 · Six Nations
Andrea Bocelli-Cardiff, Wales
Sat, 8 May 2027 · Concerts
Hotels near Principality Stadium
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How to get to Principality Stadium
Transport
Cardiff Central station is about a five-minute walk, and the stadium is so central that most fans arrive by train or on foot. City-centre parking is very limited and roads close on match days.
The area
On the banks of the River Taff in central Cardiff, surrounded by the city's pubs, shops and restaurants, one of the most central major stadiums in Europe.
Principality Stadium · Cardiff, Wales
Principality Stadium parking
The closest car park to Principality Stadium is NCP Cardiff Stadium Car Park, 218 m away. Here are 6 car parks nearest the venue, each marked with a blue P on the map above. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving.
- NCP Cardiff Stadium Car Park12 Westgate Street, Cardiff218 m
- Cardiff Westgate StreetWestgate Street, Cardiff221 m
- YourParkingSpace - ParkingCity Centre, Cardiff259 m
- Cardiff Central Station Car ParkGreat Western Lane, Cardiff388 m
- Car parking52-54 Saint Mary Street, Cardiff408 m
- Marriott car parkCardiff486 m
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Principality Stadium?
Around 73,931 seats for rugby, making it Wales's largest stadium.
Does it have a roof?
Yes, a fully retractable roof, the first in the UK, often closed for internationals to boost the atmosphere.
What was it called before?
It opened in 1999 as the Millennium Stadium and was renamed the Principality Stadium in 2016.
Where are the best seats?
The middle tier along the halfway line for the best view, or the lower tier behind the posts for the atmosphere.
Is the atmosphere really that loud?
With the roof closed the noise is trapped inside, and it is regarded as one of the loudest venues in world rugby.
How do I get there?
Cardiff Central station is about a five-minute walk; the stadium is right in the city centre and best reached by train or on foot.
Which seats are best for concerts at Principality Stadium?
Major stadium concerts, speedway and events, usually with the roof closed.
How do section numbers work at Principality Stadium?
Section numbers at Principality Stadium follow the seating tiers. Lower tier: Blocks around the ground at pitch level; Middle tier: Hospitality and premium middle blocks; Upper tier: Highest blocks around the ground.
Does Principality Stadium have a seating plan with seat numbers?
Yes. Principality Stadium's seating plan is split into numbered sections across its tiers (Lower tier Blocks around the ground at pitch level; Middle tier Hospitality and premium middle blocks; Upper tier Highest blocks around the ground), with individual seat numbers running within each section. Check the seating plan on this page or the official chart for exact seat numbers.
What is the view like from the seats at Principality Stadium?
The best views at Principality Stadium are from Middle tier along the touchline at halfway — A central, elevated view of the whole pitch. The weakest are Front rows of the lower tier behind the in-goal: A flat angle to the far end of the pitch. For a seat-by-seat view, see the view-from-seat photos and the seating plan for Principality Stadium.
Where should I sit at Principality Stadium with kids?
With kids at Principality Stadium, pick aisle seats near a concourse so exits and toilet runs are easy. Note that the Upper tier is steep, so young children and anyone uneasy with heights are better lower down.
Where are the wheelchair-accessible seats at Principality Stadium?
The Principality Stadium provides wheelchair and accessible seating with companion spaces on multiple levels, plus accessible entrances, lifts and facilities. Positions are booked through the WRU and venue, and its central location is well served by step-free transport. Locations: Wheelchair spaces are on Levels 3, 4 and 6, and seats with extra handrails for ambulant fans are in blocks L12 and L27 for WRU events..
What are the stands at Principality Stadium?
Principality Stadium is made up of 2 main stands: Lower tier; Middle tier.
What is the view like from the seats at Principality Stadium?
For the best view at Principality Stadium, aim for Middle tier along the touchline at halfway (A central, elevated view of the whole pitch.); Upper-tier ends and corners (The cheapest seats with a full overview.). The view is most restricted from Front rows of the lower tier behind the in-goal (A flat angle to the far end of the pitch.).
Where can I park at Principality Stadium?
Car parks near Principality Stadium include NCP Cardiff Stadium Car Park, Cardiff Westgate Street, YourParkingSpace - Parking, Cardiff Central Station Car Park and more. The closest is NCP Cardiff Stadium Car Park, about 218 m from the venue. On event days public transport is usually quicker than driving, so check the transport options too.
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