El Museo River Plate (The River Plate Museum)
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River Plate The River Plate and Stadium Tour is a must for football aficionados.
El Museo River Plate is dedicated to the history of one of Argentina's biggest football teams. Located next to El Monumental Stadium, it is the largest museum of its kind in the world. Purpose-built and opened in late 2009, El Museo River Plate is very modern and takes visitors on a journey through River Plate's history via a time tunnel. On display are many trophies, club shirts, and memorabilia, as well as dedications to the club's legends like Enzo Francescoli and Alfredo di Stefano.
The museum is packed with videos and large screens, including a 360-degree cinema screening a 25-minute film about the club's history. Within the entrance to the museum, there is a club shop and a restaurant.
Why visit the River Plate Museum and take the Stadium Tour?
A visit to the River Plate Museum is a must for football and sports enthusiasts. The modern and impressive museum provides a clear understanding of the ups and downs experienced by the club. A tour of the stadium is included in the price of the museum admission fee. Visitors are taken to see all the main areas within the stadium before ending up next to the sacred pitch.
Where is the River Plate Stadium?
For those wondering "where is River Plate located" it is situated near Avenida Figueroa Alcorta. The River Plate Stadium, also known as El Monumental, is located in the northern suburb of Núñez in Buenos Aires. It is accessible via multiple transportation options.
Opening Times:
Museum: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Open daily. On match days, opening times are subject to change)
Stadium Tour: Tours depart daily every hour between 11:00 AM and 5:30 PM. On match days, times are subject to change.
You can visit the River Plate Tour and Museum Website for more information.
if you are a keen football fan, you may in interested in also visiting La Bombonera Stadium. It is home to Boca Juniors and also has the Boca Juniors Museum and Stadium Tour.
Did you know?
It is said that when the club was formed in 1905, they took their name from a crate that arrived on a ship from England. The crate apparently had the words "River Plate" written on the side of it.
If you're interested in more popular places to visit in Buenos Aires, take a look at our Best Attractions in Buenos Aires.
How to get to River Plate Stadium:
The River Plate Stadium is located in the northern suburb of Núñez. It is approximately 20-25 minutes by cab from downtown Buenos Aires. Alternatively, you can take the Mitre Line train from Retiro Station. Make sure to take the train that terminates in Tigre and get off at Núñez Station. The journey takes roughly 20 minutes. From Núñez Station, the River Plate Stadium is approximately a 20-minute walk away.
Bus: The following bus routes pass close by: 28, 29, 42, and 130.
To find out more about using public transport in Buenos Aires, including details on buses, subways, trains, taxis, ride-sharing services, and how to obtain and use the SUBE card, visit the Best Way to Get Around Buenos Aires section.
Address: Avenida Figueroa Alcorta 7597
