Football Stadiums in Scotland
See a listing of football stadiums in Scotland with information on the history of the ground, home team and capacity.
The ten largest stadiums in Scotland are Celtic Park, Hampden Park, Ibrox, Pittodrie, Easter Road, Tynecastle, Rugby Park, Tannadice, Fir Park and Dens Park.
Celtic Park, Glasgow
Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland (60,832), Celtic Park aka Parkhead in the East End of Glasgow is the home of Scottish powerhouse Glasgow Celtic founded in 1888. With a capacity of 60,832, it is the largest football stadium in Scotland and the 8th-largest stadium in the United Kingdom. The club took up residence at the present site in 1892. Celtic FC are a powerhouse of football in Scotland. They are nicknamed "The Bhoys," "The Celts" or "The Hoops".
Dens Park, Dundee
Scot Foam Stadium aka Dens Park, in Dundee, Scotland, has been the home of Dundee Football Club since 1899. It has a capacity of 11,775. Dundee moved to the arena from their previous home of Carolina Port. The ground has hosted three Scotland internationals, all against Wales. The largest attendance recorded was a Scottish Cup tie between Dundee and Rangers. The Scottish women's team played at Dens Park for the first time in a friendly with Northern Ireland in 2023.
After Dundee's promotion to the newly established Scottish Premier League in 1998, Dens Park needed to undergo major redevelopment. Concrete terraces on the west and east sides were removed and replaced by the Bobby Cox Stand and the Bob Shankly Stand. Bob is the elder brother of Liverpool legend Bill. Underground heating was installed in 2005.
East End Park
Home to 'The Pars' (Dunfirmline Athletic), East End Park has a capacity of over 11,000. It is known as the KDM Group East End Park for sponsorship reasons.
Easter Road, Edinburgh
Easter Road is the home of Hibernian Football Club, located in the Leith area of Edinburgh. Opened in 1893, the stadium has undergone several redevelopments, with its current capacity standing at 20,421, making it the fifth-largest football stadium in Scotland. Known for its steep stands and vibrant atmosphere, Easter Road has hosted numerous memorable matches, including Edinburgh derbies against rivals Hearts. Over the years, the stadium has also been used for international fixtures and other sporting events including concerts. The most significant modern redevelopment took place in the 1990s and early 2000s, transforming Easter Road into an all-seater venue, known as 'The Leith San Siro'.
Firhill Stadium, Glasgow
Firhill Stadium (or Wyre Stadium at Firhill for sponsorship reasons) is a football ground in the Maryhill area of Glasgow. It is the home ground of Partick Thistle. The Jags have played at the now 10,887-capacity ground since 1909. There are currently three stands: the Jackie Husband Stand (west), the John Lambie Stand (north), and the Colin Weir Stand (east/main). A fourth side, the south side, remains as open terracing.
Fir Park, Motherwell
Fir Park, in Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, has been the home of Motherwell Football Club since 1896. Their previous ground was Dalziel Park, used between 1889 and 1895. Fir Park was also the home of Gretna for one season in 2007-08, their only campaign in the Scottish top flight and their final before dissolution. The ground has a capacity of 13,677.
Gayfield Park, Arbroath
Gayfield Park (aka Gayfield) in Arbroath on the east (North Sea) coast of Scotland is the closest to the sea of any stadium in the UK and Europe. It also has the reputation for being one of the coldest grounds in Britain as chilly winds can whip in from the North Sea so wrap up warm!
Hampden Park, Glasgow
Hampden Park, Glasgow, Scotland (51,866) - originally opened in 1903, Hampden is the national stadium of Scotland and serves as the home ground for the Scotland national football team, as well as the venue for major domestic finals, including the Scottish Cup and League Cup. Hampden Park has a seating capacity of over 50,000 and holds a special place in football history, having once been the largest stadium in the world with a capacity exceeding 150,000 before seating regulations were introduced. It has hosted numerous historic events, such as the 1960 European Cup Final, which saw Real Madrid defeat Eintracht Frankfurt in a match widely regarded as one of the greatest in football history. The stadium also served as a venue for the 2012 London Olympics and the 2020 Euros. Hampden also houses the Scottish Football Museum.
Ibrox, Glasgow
Ibrox Stadium is the home of Rangers Football Club, located in the Ibrox area of Glasgow, south of the River Clyde. Opened in 1899, it has undergone significant renovations over the years, and is now one of Scotland's most iconic football venues. Originally a simple terraced ground, Ibrox was redeveloped in response to the 1902 Ibrox disaster, which led to improvements in stadium safety. A major reconstruction in the 1970s and 1980s, inspired by modern all-seater designs, resulted in the current stadium layout. Today, Ibrox has a capacity of 50,817, making it the third-largest football stadium in Scotland, after Hampden Park and Celtic Park. The stadium is known for its passionate atmosphere, especially during Old Firm derbies against rivals Celtic. As well as football, Ibrox has hosted concerts and other sporting events such as rugby.
Pittodrie, Aberdeen
Pittodrie Stadium in Aberdeen, Scotland, is a 20,866 all-seater stadium. It is the home ground of Aberdeen Football Club. Aberdeen have called Pittodrie their home venue since its inception. The arena is the fourth largest in Scottish club football and the largest in Scotland outside the Central Belt. Pittodrie has been known for innovation, as in 1978, it became the first all-seater arena in the UK.
The Scottish national football team have used the ground sporadically over the years. It has also staged rugby union matches. Inverness Caledonian Thistle were also tenants of Pittodrie during the early parts of 2004-05.
The ground is one of the coldest in the country as it is situated just 550 yards from the North Sea, with only a windswept golf course in between.
Rugby Park, Kilmarnock
The 15,003-capacity BBSP Stadium Rugby Park is the home of Kilmarnock FC. The ground dates back to 1899 and has undergone several renovations over time , in particular in the mid-1990s. The stands are the Chadwick Stand, the Moffat Stand, the Frank Beattie Stand (renamed in honor of the former captain Frank Beattie) and the East Stand. The venue has hosted Scottish international games, rugby and music concerts. Presently, the stadium has artificial turf but the club plan to switch to natural grass in the future before a ban on plastic pitches comes into force in the top division in Scotland from the 2026-27 season onwards.
Tannadice Park, Dundee
The 14,223-capacity Tannadice Park is the home of Dundee United and is located only 200 yards (183 meters) from Dundee FC's Dens Park. This makes the two stadia the two closest senior football grounds in Britain. Known as Clepington Park in its earliest days the site first staged football way back in the 1870s. Dundee United (then known as Dundee Hibs and representing the Irish community in the city) began playing games at the ground in 1909. The club changed its name to Dundee United in 1923. Major renovations took place at the venue in the wake of the Taylor Report in the 1990s.
The City Stadium
The City Stadium (Lesser Hampden) is a football ground in the Mount Florida area of Glasgow, located directly beside the national stadium Hampden Park. It is owned and used by Queen's Park FC. Since 2023, the ground has been officially named The City Stadium due to a naming-rights sponsorship deal.
Tynecastle, Edinburgh
Tynecastle Park aka Tynecastle or Tynecastle Stadium in the Gorgie area of Edinburgh is the home of Heart of Midlothian (Hearts) founded in 1874. With a capacity of 19,852, it is the 6th largest football stadium in Scotland. Hearts have been in residence at the present site since 1886. Tynecastle replaced the club's earlier grounds and quickly became a focal point for Hearts fans. The original stadium was rudimentary, with basic spectator facilities, but it served as the foundation for future development.
In the early 20th century, Tynecastle underwent significant changes to accommodate larger crowds. By the 1910s, it featured a main stand designed by renowned Scottish architect Archibald Leitch, whose work is iconic in British football. The ground hosted several high-profile matches, including Scottish Cup ties and national team fixtures.
Others
Albyn Park
Albyn Park - home of Scottish non-league club Broxburn Athletic FC.
Bellsdale Park
Bellsdale Park - the home of "The Mighty" aka Beith Juniors.
Broadwood Stadium
Broadwood Stadium - is an 8,000-capacity stadium in Cumbernauld presently hosting Hamilton Accies and Cumbernauld Colts of the Scottish Lowland Football League.
Cappielow Park
Cappielow Park - the 11,000 plus capacity home ground of Greenock Morton.
Cliftonhill
Cliftonhill - is the 1,500 plus home stadium of Albion Rovers in Coatbridge.
Netherdale
Netherdale - is home to Gala Fairydean Rovers and features a superb Modernist grandstand by architect Peter Womersley. The arena was recently renovated by Reiach and Hall Architects. Womersley (1923 - 1993) lived in the Scottish Borders near Melrose and was responsible for several outstanding buildings in Scotland.
North End Park
North End Park is the 2,000 capacity home of "The Dokens" - Dundee North End.
Spain Park
Spain Park is the home of Banks o' Dee in Aberdeen.
Vanloq Community Stadium (Ainslie Park)
The 3,000 capacity Vanloq Community Stadium in Edinburgh is the home of Spartans FC.
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