Complete visitor guide to Grand Stade de Marrakech. FIFA Club World Cup venue, AFCON 2025 quarter-final host, transport, hotels, and tourist tips for Morocco's Red City.
World-Class Football in Morocco's Vibrant Tourist Capital
Welcome to your comprehensive guide to the Grand Stade de Marrakech, one of Morocco's premier football venues and a cornerstone of the country's preparations for AFCON 2025 and FIFA World Cup 2030. This 45,240-capacity stadium has hosted some of African football's most prestigious moments, including back-to-back FIFA Club World Cup finals in 2013 and 2014. For a full list of tournament venues, visit our complete guide to AFCON 2025 stadiums.
Stadium Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Grand Stade de Marrakech |
| Also Known As | Stade de Marrakech |
| City | Marrakech, Morocco |
| Capacity | 45,240 (expanding to 46,000 by 2030) |
| Opened | January 5, 2011 |
| Home Team | Kawkab Marrakech (KACM) |
| AFCON 2025 Role | Group Stage + Round of 16 + Quarter-final |
| Distance from City Center | 11 km north |
| Nearest Airport | Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK) – 14 km |
Stadium History & Legacy
The Red City's Modern Icon
The Grand Stade de Marrakech opened on January 5, 2011, designed by renowned architects Gregotti Associati International (Italy) in partnership with Moroccan firm Saâd Benkirane. With a construction cost of approximately 890 million MAD (~€84 million), the venue was built to international FIFA and IAAF standards.
FIFA Club World Cup Legacy (2013-2014)
2013 Final: Bayern Munich 2-0 Raja Casablanca
European champions Bayern Munich defeated African champions Raja Casablanca before 45,000 passionate fans.
2014 Final: Real Madrid 2-0 San Lorenzo
Sergio Ramos and Gareth Bale's goals delivered Real Madrid's second Club World Cup title.
Recent Upgrades (2024-2025)
400 million MAD investment:
AFCON 2025 Match Schedule
Confirmed Fixtures (7 matches)
Group Stage:
Knockout Rounds:
Getting to Grand Stade de Marrakech
From Marrakech Menara Airport (RAK)
Distance: 14 km | **Travel Time:** 25-35 minutes
Taxi:
Airport Shuttle:
From Marrakech City Center
Distance: 11 km north (Route Nationale 9)
Taxi:
Ride-Hailing:
Stadium Facilities
Seating & Capacity
Total: 45,240 | **Covered:** 36,300
Seating Zones:
Hospitality
Panoramic Restaurant:
Skyboxes (15):
Accessibility
Where to Stay
Luxury (5-Star)
La Mamounia
Royal Mansour Marrakech
Four Seasons Resort Marrakech
Mid-Range (3-4 Star)
Riad Kniza
Ibis Marrakech Centre Gare
Budget
Hostel Riad Marrakech Rouge
Nearby Attractions
UNESCO World Heritage: The Medina
Jemaa el-Fnaa Square
Koutoubia Mosque
Bahia Palace
Saadian Tombs
Majorelle Garden
Match Day Guide
Arrival Times
What to Bring
Prohibited Items
Food & Beverage
Practical Information
Weather (December-January)
Tickets
AFCON 2025:
Emergency Contacts
Language
Kawkab Marrakech (KACM)
Founded: 1947
Nickname: "Kawkab" (The Planet)
Colors: Red and black
Major Titles:
Essential Links
Yalla! Marrakech awaits!
*Last Updated: November 29, 2025*
In this article
- Stadium Quick Facts
- Stadium History & Legacy
- AFCON 2025 Match Schedule
- Getting to Grand Stade de Marrakech
- Stadium Facilities
- Where to Stay
- Nearby Attractions
- Match Day Guide
- Practical Information
- Kawkab Marrakech (KACM)
- Essential Links
Written by
Morocco Stadiums Team
AFCON 2025 Guide