Saturday, 19 September 2026 · 15:00
Where to park for Manchester City vs Sunderland at Etihad Stadium
Manchester City face Sunderland at Etihad Stadium. Compare mapped parking near the ground and check recent driver-reported availability in Parkwise before travelling.
Matchday parking picks for Manchester City vs Sunderland
Parkwise locations with walking times from the Etihad Stadium. Tap a numbered pin or list card for details.
167 locations mappedEtihad Orange Car Park (Gate 3)
Official venue parkingCar Park · Clayton & Openshaw
- Type
- Car Park
- Price
- Paid · £12–£14 · pre-book only
- Max stay
- Not confirmed yet
- Hours
- Opens 3h before kick-off/event
- Operator
- Manchester City FC
- Distance
- 286 m from the venue
- Address
- Etihad Campus, Gate 3, Manchester M11 4TA
Good to know
- • Official Etihad match-day parking — pre-book at mancity.com. £12 with 2+ passengers, £14 solo. Blue Badge bays bookable after registering with the club
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Why we picked these for Manchester City vs Sunderland
1 · Official venue parking
Etihad Orange Car Park (Gate 3). The official venue option, around a four-minute walk from the doors. The published rate is £12–£14 · pre-book only. Confirm the latest details with Manchester City FC before travelling. Hours: Opens 3h before kick-off/event. Pre-book may apply — confirm with the operator before you travel.
2 · Park once in Ancoats
Ancoats Mobility Hub. A park-once option nearby, around a 21-minute walk to the venue. The published rate is £3.00/hr · £17.50/day. Confirm the latest details with Manchester City Council before travelling. Hours: Mon–Sun 6am–11pm. Max stay: Until close.
3 · 9-minute walk
Connell Co-op College Event Parking. An alternative car park, around a nine-minute walk to the venue. Paid parking — check the operator for current rates. Confirm the latest details with Connell Co-op College before travelling.
Before kick-off
Hotels, food and things to do around the Etihad Stadium.
- Our favourite
Ancoats
Vibrant neighbourhood just south of the stadium, packed with independent cafés, restaurants, galleries and street markets. Popular with supporters pre-match and a good place to spend an hour if you've parked and have time before kick-off.
Manchester Science and Industry Museum
Free-entry museum housed in a Victorian warehouse, exploring science, technology and the region's industrial heritage. Situated on the canal and a pleasant walk from the stadium if you're early and fancy filling time before the match.
Etihad Campus
Home to Manchester City's training facilities and the City Football Academy. Visitors can tour the campus on non-match days and explore the club's infrastructure and history.
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Matchday parking tips
The official Etihad Orange Car Park requires pre-booking — contact Manchester City FC in advance if you plan to use it.
Give yourself time to park and walk in before kick-off at 15:00.
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you travel to help you choose where to head.
Ancoats is a 21-minute walk from the stadium but offers paid parking charged hourly or daily.
Remember to submit a driver report once you're safely parked to help other visitors.
Check the latest reports before you leave
Ready for matchday?
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Manchester City vs Sunderland parking questions
What's the closest parking to Etihad Stadium?
Etihad Orange Car Park (Gate 3) is the official option, a 4-minute walk from the stadium. It's run by Manchester City FC and operates on pre-book only — contact the club to reserve a space in advance.
How do I check if there are spaces available nearby?
Check recent driver-reported availability in the Parkwise app before you set off. This gives you a sense of the parking situation in mapped car parks and street areas around the stadium.
Are there other car parks near the Etihad?
Yes. Connell Co-op College Event Parking is a 9-minute walk away. Ancoats Mobility Hub is a longer walk at 21 minutes but is another paid option. Mapped street parking is also available in the area.
When should I aim to arrive before kick-off?
Give yourself time to park and walk to the stadium before the 15:00 kick-off. How much time you need depends on which car park you choose and how far away it is, so plan accordingly.
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