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Rams Park

Istanbul - TurkeyTurkey

Rams Park (Ali Sami Yen Spor Kompleksi) in Istanbul is Galatasaray SK’s 53,978-seat home since 2011. It features a hybrid grass pitch, full roof coverage, VIP suites, photovoltaic panels, and is known for record-breaking crowd noise. The stadium hosts Süper Lig matches, international fixtures, concerts, and offers guided tours.

About this place

History

Rams Park, previously known as Ali Sami Yen Stadium and Türk Telekom Arena, opened on January 15, 2011. Built on the site of Galatasaray’s previous ground, it replaced the 1964-era stadium and became Turkey’s first privately funded club stadium. Construction started in December 2007 and cost approximately €128 million.

Description

The all-seater stadium has a capacity of about 53,978 spectators, including 2,650 seats reserved for visiting fans and 221 suites. It features a hybrid grass pitch (105 × 68 m), heated field, and two large video screens above the stands. Four-level covered stands encircle the pitch in an elliptical layout.

Architectural Features

Designed by asp Architekten Stuttgart with multiple Turkish and German partners, Rams Park is characterised by a sweeping roof structure and full coverage of all seating. The west stand is supported by a distinctive concrete arch. The stadium also integrates 10,000 m² of photovoltaic panels on its roof and includes hospitality suites, media facilities, and museums.

What is “Rams Park”?

“Rams Park” is the current commercial name, adopted in 2023 under a naming rights deal. Originally named after club founder Ali Sami Yen, it later became Türk Telekom Arena and Nef Stadium before taking on this latest sponsorship name.

Records

Rams Park holds Turkey’s record for crowd noise at 131.76 dB (March 2011). The record attendance was 53,775 for Galatasaray vs Fenerbahçe on May 19, 2024. It has hosted major Süper Lig matches, Champions League games, Turkey national team fixtures, 2013 U‑20 World Cup matches, and concerts by artists like Madonna and Bon Jovi.

Address

Istanbul, Turkey

GPS

Lat : 41.1031561
Lng : 28.99086

Who's play in Rams Park

Where to Sit

The stadium consists of four covered stands:

  • West Stand: main stand with VIP boxes, hospitality lounges, media tower
  • East Stand: covered side stand
  • North & South Stands: covered curved end stands

All seats are under roof, designed to keep fans close to the pitch. The west and east stands include corporate suites spread across multiple tiers.

Can I visit outside matchdays?

Guided stadium and museum tours are offered hourly on non-match days. Tours include access to the players’ tunnel, dressing rooms, pitchside benches, museum, and retail areas. Bookings can be made on site at the ticket office and tours are wheelchair accessible.

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