When passion, architecture, and history collide — you get stadiums that define cities. But some of the most iconic sports arenas in the world are more than famous — they’re neighbors. Here are five unforgettable stadium pairs located within walking distance of each other.
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum & BMO Stadium – 130 Meters Apart
Los Angeles stadiums, BMO Stadium MLS, Olympic Coliseum
In downtown Los Angeles, these two arenas stand side by side.
- Coliseum: Hosted the Olympics in 1932 and 1984; will host again in 2028.
- BMO Stadium: Home of LAFC, a rising MLS powerhouse.
Fans can walk from one to the other in less than 2 minutes.
Estadio Presidente Perón & Estadio Libertadores de América – 200 Meters Apart
El Clásico de Avellaneda, Racing Club stadium, Independiente stadium
In Avellaneda, Argentina, two of the country’s most historic clubs share a block.
- Racing Club plays at Estadio Presidente Perón.
- Independiente plays at Libertadores de América.
Separated by only 200 meters, their derby is legendary in South America.
AT&T Stadium & Globe Life Field – 300 Meters Apart
Arlington stadiums, Dallas Cowboys stadium, Texas Rangers stadium
These stadiums in Arlington, Texas host two major American sports.
- AT&T Stadium: Home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.
- Globe Life Field: Home of the MLB’s Texas Rangers.
Both often host massive events on the same day.
Lincoln Financial Field & Citizens Bank Park – 320 Meters Apart
Philadelphia stadium complex, NFL MLB stadiums, Eagles Phillies
Located in the Philadelphia Sports Complex, these stadiums are sports heaven.
- Lincoln Financial Field: Home of the Philadelphia Eagles (NFL).
- Citizens Bank Park: Home of the Philadelphia Phillies (MLB).
Shared parking, overlapping fans, and a vibrant game-day energy.
Beira-Rio & Estádio Olímpico Monumental – 2 Kilometers Apart
Internacional stadium, Grêmio stadium, Porto Alegre football
In Porto Alegre, Brazil, a fierce rivalry lives just 2 km apart.
- Beira-Rio: Home of Internacional.
- Olímpico Monumental: Former home of Grêmio (now replaced by Arena do Grêmio).
Though close in distance, the rivalry is one of South America’s most passionate.
These stadiums prove that geography often fuels rivalries and traditions. Whether it’s Olympic legends in LA or heated derbies in Argentina and Brazil, proximity only makes the stories richer.
