Palacio de los Deportes

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy

Palacio de los Deportes

Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Palacio de los Deportes, Indoor arena in Iztacalco, Mexico City, Mexico

The circular structure includes a square-patterned dome spanning 120 meters and encompasses an area of 27,000 square meters of indoor space.

Designed by architect Felix Candela for the 1968 Summer Olympics, the venue opened on October 8, 1968, with a capacity of 22,370 seats.

The indoor arena transformed from a primary sports facility into a major concert venue, hosting over 400 performances by international musicians.

Located near Mexico City International Airport within the Magdalena Mixhuca Sports City complex, the arena accommodates 20,000 spectators for sporting events.

The dome construction features hyperbolic paraboloids of tubular aluminum covered with waterproof copper-sheathed plywood to create its distinctive shape.

Location: Tlalpan

Inception: 1968

Architects: Félix Candela

Official opening: October 8, 1968

Capacity: 20000

Part of: Magdalena Mixhuca Sports City

Website: https://palaciodelosdeportes.mx

GPS coordinates: 19.40528,-99.09972

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:57

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Palacio de los Deportes: Indoor arena in Iztacalco, Mexico City, Mexico » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes