Corinthians and its stadium are one of the most recognizable images of Brazilian football, located on the eastern edge of São Paulo . The stadium's official name is Neo Química Arena , although much of the public and press still refer to it as Arena Corinthians or Itaquerão , after the Itaquera neighborhood where it is located.
The Corinthians stadium in Brazil has separate entrances for each section , so each ticket is assigned to a specific gate within the stadium perimeter, and this assignment cannot be changed on match day. Before heading to Itaquera, it's best to know which entrance to use, information that is included in the purchase confirmation from the official website.
This guide explains how the entry system works for Corinthians' stadium, the different sections of the pitch, and which access point corresponds to each location. If you're planning your match day and haven't yet secured a ticket, you can purchase one through our online ticket sales for the Neo Quimica Arena .
How the Corinthians stadium entry system works
Tickets for home matches are sold exclusively online through the Fiel Torcedor website , and club membership is not required to purchase them this way. Online sales are the only option available for most matches. Before traveling, it's advisable to check the match schedule and book well in advance, as the most popular sections tend to sell out quickly when the opposing team draws a large crowd .
There are free or discounted entry categories for children up to 11 years old , seniors over 60, and people with disabilities , although in all cases a prior procedure is required: first, registration on the membership program website, and then, for each specific match, a specific seat reservation. With that reservation confirmed, on the day of the match, the physical ticket is collected at the information desk located next to the turnstile in the reserved section, presenting the original ID and, in the case of a disability, the corresponding medical documentation. Without this prior reservation and collection step, access will not be granted at the gate, so leaving it until the last minute is not a safe option.
Where is the Corinthians stadium located and how to get there
The Corinthians stadium is located at Avenida Miguel Ignácio Curi 111, in the Artur Alvim neighborhood, within the Itaquera region, in the eastern part of São Paulo . The most convenient way to get there is by metro, on Line 3 (Red), or by train, on CPTM Line 11 (Coral) , both of which stop at the Corinthians-Itaquera station, located about a ten- to fifteen-minute walk from the stadium.
More than forty bus lines pass through the Metrô Itaquera area and also run along Avenida Radial Leste and Avenida Miguel Ignácio Curi, which greatly expands the options for those staying in other areas of the city.
For those arriving from Brazil's airport to Corinthians' stadium , the closest landmark is Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), about 20 kilometers from the arena. By car or taxi, the journey usually takes between 20 and 25 minutes , while by bus, the trip can extend to more than an hour, including transfers. Those who prefer not to carry their luggage to the subway can take a taxi or ride-hailing app to a station on Line 3 and complete the rest of the journey by subway , a combination that is often more reliable than the direct bus on busy days.
For those arriving by car, the stadium has five parking lots distributed around the building , identified as E1 through E5. Lots E1, E2, and E3 are covered, with entrances on Avenida Radial Leste , on the north side of the stadium. They provide access to the Casa do Povo (People's House) on the lower level, from where the club's own parking lot directs visitors to any section of the stadium. Lot E4 is located on the east side and is usually sold only on the day of the event, without discounts, while E5 follows the same principle but on the west side .
The old Corinthians stadium, Pacaembu, remains as a reminder of another stage of the club, while the Neo Química Arena, with its gates clearly differentiated by sector, continues to be the meeting point of the Fiel in every home game.
The sectors of the pitch at the Arena Corinthians stadium
The Corinthians stadium in São Paulo received the highest rating in the country's official stadium evaluation system. It is divided into four main sectors surrounding the playing field : West, East, South, and North , each with its own set of access gates.
The West section is the most valuable, with the best visibility and access to exclusive areas, and is subdivided into Lower West and Upper West. The remaining stands are also divided into lower and upper levels, and this organization is further enhanced by the hospitality spaces, suites, and convention area that occupy the upper floors on the west side.
Let's see how to enter the stadium according to the type of location and ticket to see Corinthians .
Entrance to the Lower West Sector and the VIP Area
Gates A and D provide access to the Lower West Stand and the VIP Area. This is one of the most sought-after entrances for those who purchased higher-category tickets or seats in the hospitality areas located on the ground floor of the west side of the stadium.
Access to the Upper West Sector, cabins and Business Lounge
Gate B leads, via a grand staircase, to the fifth-floor suites, numbered 501 to 546, and those on the sixth floor, numbered 601 to 646, as well as the convention center, the Business Lounge, and the Upper West Section. It is the designated entrance for those with tickets in any of the corporate boxes or the upper seating areas on the west side.
Entrance to the Lower East and Upper East Sectors
The East Sector, opposite the West Sector, is also divided into a ground floor and an upper floor. Gates H and N provide access to the Lower East Sector, while Gates I, J, K, L, and M lead to the Upper East Sector. Those who purchased an East Sector ticket without additional hospitality specifications will find these gates the most direct reference point for locating their seat.
Entrance to the Southern Sector
The South Stand is accessed through two gates with distinct functions: Gate E is used for entry, while Gate F is reserved exclusively for exit at the end of the match. This system is designed to manage the flow of people in an area with a high concentration of spectators during major matches.
Entrance to the North Sector, for organized fan groups
The North Sector is reserved for organized fan groups registered with the Paulista Football Federation, and access is via gates O, P, and Q. In practice, only gate O is used for entry, while gates P and Q remain open solely for exit after the match. This single-entry system facilitates access control in one of the stadium's most crowded sections.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) space and access for people with disabilities
Within the Upper West Sector, in block 901, the arena has a designated space for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder , with a capacity for thirty people, in addition to the usual reservations for members and visitors with disabilities in different sections of the stadium. In all cases, entry is via the turnstile of the corresponding section, at the information desk where the physical ticket is collected upon presentation of the reservation confirmation and identification.