Estadio Malvinas Argentinas, Mendoza

Name: Estadio Malvinas Argentinas
Address: Parque General San Martín, Mendoza, Argentina
Telephone: +54 261 443-9100

#1 among attractions in Mendoza

Sport venue, Sport, Football, Arenas and stadiums

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Facts and practical information

The Estadio Malvinas Argentinas stands as a prominent sport venue located in the picturesque city of Mendoza, Argentina. This stadium, with a seating capacity of over 40,000 spectators, serves as a key location for football matches and various other sporting events. Nestled in the foothills of the Andes mountains, it offers a breathtaking backdrop for both players and fans alike.

Constructed in 1978, the Estadio Malvinas Argentinas was one of the host venues for the 1978 FIFA World Cup, an event that marked a significant moment in Argentina's football history. Its design reflects an era when large, concrete structures dominated stadium architecture, and it has since undergone renovations to modernize its facilities and improve the comfort of its visitors.

The stadium is named in remembrance of the Malvinas Islands (Falkland Islands), reflecting Argentina's historical connection and claims to the archipelago. As the largest stadium in the province of Mendoza, it is home to local football clubs and has been a stage for international matches and concerts, further establishing its position as a cultural and sporting hub in the region.

Alternative names: Opened: 1978 (46 years ago)Capacity: 40.3 thous.Coordinates: 32°53'23"S, 68°52'48"W

Address

Parque General San MartínMendoza Argentina

Contact

+54 261 443-9100

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Day trips

Estadio Malvinas Argentinas – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Estadio Mendocino de Hockey, General San Martín Park, Mendoza Zoological Park, Cerro de la Gloria.

~1980 ftNW
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Zoo
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~1850 ftW
Small mountain with a memorial monument
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0.8 miN
32°52'41"S • 68°52'39"W
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Sport venue, Sport, Football
Estadio Bautista Gargantini, Mendoza
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1.1 miE
Universities and schools
Universidad de Mendoza, Mendoza
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1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Estadio San Martín, Mendoza
25 min walk • Estadio Libertador General San Martín is the football venue of the Atlético Club San Martín of the Mendoza Province in Argentina. Inaugurated on April 1, 1956, it accommodates 12,000 spectators. Its field measures 70m x 100m. The stadium holds a parking lot, a laundry, a kitchen, restaurant, conference room and sanitary services.

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Nearby attractions include Cerro de la Gloria, Mendoza (9 min walk), General San Martín Park, Mendoza (12 min walk), Mendoza Zoological Park, Mendoza (17 min walk), National University of Cuyo, Mendoza (18 min walk).