Abbasiyyin Stadium, Damascus

Name: Abbasiyyin Stadium
Address: Damascus, Syria

#69 among attractions in Damascus

Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Sport

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The Abbasiyyin Stadium is a multi-use all-seater stadium in Damascus, Syria, currently used mostly for football matches and serves as the home venue of the Syrian national team. It is also home to Syrian Premier League clubs Al-Wahda, Al-Jaish and Al-Majd. The stadium which was built in 1976 is able to hold up to 30,000 spectators, being the 4th largest stadium in Syria. ()

Local name: ملعب العباسيين Capacity: 30 thous.Coordinates: 33°31'22"N, 36°19'12"E

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Abbasiyyin Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Abbasiyyin Stadium?

Nearby attractions include Jobar, Damascus (12 min walk), Our Lady of Soufanieh, Damascus (13 min walk), Masjid Aqsab, Damascus (16 min walk), Aqsab Mosque, Damascus (16 min walk).

How to get to Abbasiyyin Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Abbasiyyin Stadium:

Bus

Saydnaya and tall bus station (9 min walk)
كراج العباسيين (15 min walk)