Estádio Nilton Santos is a multipurpose stadium in Brazil used to host football matches. The games of the 2016 Summer Olympics and Paralympics are hosted at this ground; therefore, it is popularly known as the Nilton Santos Olympic Stadium. The seating capacity of the stadium is 46931 and it is the 15th largest stadium in Brazil. Nilton Santos Stadium seating map with seat numbers and rows helps the visitors to find their seats.
The construction of the stadium started in 2004, and it was completed in 2007. Nilton Santos Stadium is the official name of the ground since its opening. It is a large stadium and capable of hosting more than 46000 visitors. The athletics competition of the 2007 Pan American Games was hosted at this Stadium after the opening. It was the first big event at this ground in 2007. Many big events were hosted at Nilton Santos Stadium, including the 2016 Olympics. A large-scale renovation was done at the ground for the hosting of the 2016 Summer Olympics and Paralympics. 60000 was the capacity of the stadium for the Olympic Games after the temporary arrangements.
2021 Copa América was another big event at Nilton Santos Olympic Stadium. Football is the most popular sport played at this ground, and it is primarily used for the same. 44661 seats of the stadium out of 46931 seats can be used for football games. Some other Sporting events, like athletics, are also hosted here occasionally. Musical concerts and entertainment events are hosted at Nilton Santos Stadium regularly. It can accommodate 70000 visitors for concerts.
Estádio Nilton Santos is the home ground of Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas and the home matches of the team are played at this ground. It is popularly known as Botafogo Stadium during the games. The City Hall of Rio de Janeiro owns Engenhão, and it is managed by Botafogo Football Club.
Estádio Nilton Santos Seat Map
This Stadium can accommodate more than 44000 visitors for football games and 70000 visitors during concerts. It is the 15th largest stadium in Brazil, and the seats are spread across a big area. These seats are spread into multiple levels, stands, sections, and rows. The Estádio Nilton Santos seating arrangement chart helps in locating the pre-booked seats. The layout of the stadium is convenient for the visitors.
The location of all the stands along with the rows and numbers can be seen on the map. The location of the field, along with the athletics track, is indicated on the map for easy identification of the seats. The location of all the main stands, along with the corner stands, is mentioned on the map. Visitors can easily choose the best view seats of the stadium after checking the location of the field and goal posts.
Some of the sections of the stadium are reserved for the wheelchair accessible guests. The location of the accessible seats, toilets, ramps, lifts, etc are mentioned on the map.
Visitors can also see hospitality areas, VIP seats, clubs, boxes, suites, lounges, etc on the map. These maps are printable and can be carried inside the stadium to locate the seats.
A performance stage is set up on the field along with the temporary arrangements to accommodate the extra crowd during concerts. It can easily accommodate more than 70000 spectators during High Voltage concerts. The location of the fix, along with their temporary arrangements for sitting and standing, is mentioned on the map. The layout of the stadium can be slightly different as per the needs of the organisers and according to the safety protocols.
Parking space is situated near the stadium and these can be booked in advance during the big events. Using public transport to reach Nilton Santos stadium is a good option as roads leading to the stadium might be fully packed during big games. The parking is limited near the venue and might be insufficient during concerts.
About Nilton Santos Olympic Stadium
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Stadium Name | Estádio Nilton Santos |
| Construction Started | 2003 |
| Opened | 2007 |
| Other Names | Nilton Santos Olympic Stadium, Niltão, Engenhão, Nilton Santos, Botafogo Stadium |
| Home Team & Other Tenant | Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, Brazil National Football Team |
| Capacity | 46831 |
| Owned By | Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro |
| Operated By | Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas |
| Designed By | Carlos Porto |
| Famous Events Hosted | 2021 Copa América, 2016 Olympics and Paralympics |
| Construction Cost | US$192 million |
| Stadium Surface | Grass |
| Highest Attendance Recorded | 43810 |
| Stadium Uses | Football |
| Stand Name | Multiple |
| Transportation | Rail and Road |
| Stadium Address | R. José dos Reis, 425 – Engenho de Dentro, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 20770-001, Brazil |
