Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano

San Pedro Sula - Honduras

Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano in San Pedro Sula is Honduras’ largest stadium and a key venue for national team matches. With a capacity of over 37,000, it features a natural grass pitch, athletics track, and concrete terraces that create an electric atmosphere. Discover its history, structure, event usage, access information, and visitor tips.

About this place

History

Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano is a multi-use stadium in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Constructed between 1995 and 1997, it officially opened on September 25, 1997, ahead of the Central American and Caribbean Games. Since then, it has served as the primary stadium for the Honduras national football team and has hosted important tournaments like the UNCAF Nations Cup, CONCACAF U‑17 Championship, World Cup qualifiers, and select club matches for Marathón and Real España.

Description

With a capacity of approximately 37,325 spectators and a natural grass pitch measuring 105 × 68 meters, the stadium also features an athletics track surrounding the field. It’s the largest stadium in Honduras and the second-largest in Central America and the Caribbean. The open‑air design, with concrete stands, creates an intimidating atmosphere, especially during national team matches.

Architectural Features

Built with cost-effective concrete terraces and designed to serve both football and athletics, the stadium includes multi‑use facilities but minimal luxury seating. A large “H” is painted on the front façade in blue—honoring Honduras and its national team colors—added soon after opening.

What is El Olímpico?

“El Olímpico” is the popular nickname for Estadio Olímpico Metropolitano. It reflects its role as a major regional sports venue capable of hosting both football and athletics events.

Records

Although specific attendance records vary, the stadium regularly attracts over 35,000 fans for Honduras national team home games. It’s widely regarded as a fortress for the national side, known for its passionate and vocal crowds.

Address

San Pedro Sula, Honduras

GPS

Lat : 15.4702251
Lng : -88.0066681

Where to Sit

The stadium consists of the following seating areas:

  • Main (West) Stand: covered seating for VIPs, media, and officials
  • East Stand: open seating along the pitch touchline
  • North & South Ends: uncovered concrete terraces behind goals, used for home and away supporters

The athletics track creates distance between the stands and the pitch, but sightlines remain generally good for football and track meets.

Can I visit outside matchdays?

No official public stadium tours are available or confirmed online. The venue is primarily used for sporting events, and tour information is not provided by official sources.