Arena, Brasilia

Name: Arena
Address: SRPN Ginásio de Esportes Nilson Nelson, s/n, Brasilia, Brazil
Telephone: +55 (61) 3274-0267

#10 among attractions in Brasilia

Sport venue, Sport

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Facts and practical information

The Arena in Brasília, Brazil, is a modern sport venue known for its state-of-the-art facilities and its significant role in hosting major sporting events. Officially named Estádio Nacional de Brasília Mané Garrincha, this arena is the second-largest stadium in Brazil and was one of the key venues for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics football matches.

Constructed with a seating capacity of around 72,000, the Arena was designed to serve as a multipurpose venue, accommodating a wide range of sports, including football, athletics, and concerts. The stadium stands as a testament to the city’s commitment to fostering a strong sporting culture and providing a high-quality facility for both athletes and spectators.

The architecture of the Arena is notable for its sleek, modern design, which incorporates sustainable building practices. The stadium's roof is equipped with a rainwater collection system, and its location is strategically chosen to maximize natural ventilation, reducing the need for artificial cooling.

Accessible to fans from across the country and around the world, the Arena is a central hub for sports in Brasília. It is well-connected to public transportation, making it easy for visitors to reach the venue and enjoy the events held there.

Local name: Ginásio Nilson Nelson Opened: 21 April 1973 (51 years ago)Coordinates: 15°46'59"S, 47°54'12"W

Address

SRPN Ginásio de Esportes Nilson Nelson, s/nRA I - Brasília (Superquadra Sul)Brasilia Brazil

Contact

+55 (61) 3274-0267

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Arena – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Memorial JK, Brasilia TV Tower, Dom Bosco Church, Monumental Axis.

0.7 miW
Museum, History museum, Monuments and statues
Memorial JK, Brasilia
19 min walk • The JK Memorial is a mausoleum, presidential memorial and museum dedicated to Juscelino Kubitschek, the 21st President of Brazil and the founder of Brasília, capital city of Brazil since 1960. Designed by Oscar Niemeyer, the memorial is located in the Monumental Axis in Brasília. It is the final resting place of President Kubitschek.
0.7 miSE
Tower
Brasilia TV Tower, Brasilia
18 min walk • The Brasília TV Tower was completed in 1967 at a height of 218 metres. The tower added another six metres after additions by the TV channel Bandeirantes. First it was 212 then it added for the current height of 224 metres.
1.3 miSE
Church
Dom Bosco Church, Brasilia
33 min walk • The Dom Bosco Sanctuary, also called by its official name, Santuário São João Bosco, is a Catholic church in Brasilia, dedicated to the city's second patron saint, Saint John Bosco, the Dom Bosco, who is said to have prophesied the existence of the...
~1390 ftS
Oscar Niemeyer, Square
Monumental Axis, Brasilia
7 min walk • The Monumental Axis is a central avenue in Brasília's city design. The avenue begins on the National Congress of Brazil building and is considered part of the DF-002 road.
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Memorial dos Povos Indígenas, Brasilia
15 min walk • The Memorial of Indigenous Peoples is a Brazilian museum, cultural center, and research institution dedicated to Brazilian indigenous culture. It is located in Brasilia, in the Civic-Administrative Zone of the Eixo Monumental, between the JK...
~1520 ftSE
Museum, Convention center, Art gallery
Ulisses Guimarães Convention Center, Brasilia
8 min walk • The Ulysses Guimarães Convention Center is a convention center in the Plano Piloto of Brasilia, Brazil. It was originally designed by architect Sérgio Bernardes and opened on March 12, 1979.
~1410 ftE
Football, Sport venue, Sport
Estádio Nacional de Brasília Mané Garrincha, Brasilia
7 min walk • Arena BRB Mané Garrincha, formerly Estádio Nacional de Brasília Mané Garrincha, also known as Estádio Nacional Mané Garrincha, Estádio Nacional de Brasília, Arena Mané Garrincha or simply Mané Garrincha, is a football stadium and multipurpose arena, located at the Brasília, in the Distrito Federal.
1.3 miNW
Memorial
Obelisco Militar de Brasília, Brasilia
33 min walk • The Brasilia Military Obelisk is a Brazilian monument erected at the Army Headquarters in front of the Concha Acústica in Brasilia, in the Federal District.
0.5 miNE
Racetrack, Sport venue, Sport
Autódromo Internacional Nelson Piquet, Brasilia
14 min walk • Autódromo Internacional Nelson Piquet is a racing circuit in Brasília, the capital of Brazil. It is 5.476 km in length and hosts a variety of national-level series including Stock Car Brasil, Formula Truck and Formula 3 Brasil.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Arena?

Nearby attractions include Monumental Axis, Brasilia (7 min walk), Ulisses Guimarães Convention Center, Brasilia (8 min walk), Autódromo Internacional Nelson Piquet, Brasilia (14 min walk), Memorial dos Povos Indígenas, Brasilia (15 min walk).

How to get to Arena by public transport?

The nearest stations to Arena:

Bus

Brasília Shopping Sul-Norte • Lines: 0169 (27 min walk)

Metro

Galeria • Lines: Laranja, Verde (41 min walk)