The stadium at a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Lower Dharamshala, near the War Memorial |
| Height | About 1,317 m |
| Capacity | About 23,000 |
| Hosts | International matches, IPL fixtures and domestic cricket |
| Non-match visits | Usually allowed in daytime for a small fee or free |
Visiting on a non-match day
When there's no match or event, the stadium usually lets visitors in during the day to walk around the stands and photograph the ground against the mountains. Sources disagree on the details: the district's tourism page lists roughly 9:30 am to 5 pm and a fee of about ₹30, while others say entry is free or give longer hours. Access can also close for maintenance, practice sessions or security, so check at the gate.
Morning light is best for photos of the Dhauladhar behind the pavilion, before afternoon cloud builds over the peaks.
Going to a match
Tickets are sold through the official ticketing partner for each series or the IPL, not at the gate on match day. Hotels across Dharamshala and McLeod Ganj fill early and prices rise, so book as soon as fixtures are announced.
On match days the police set traffic plans and parking restrictions around the stadium. Expect to be dropped some distance away and to walk. A taxi with a local driver, who knows the drop-off points and can collect you after the match, is much easier than driving yourself. For an evening match, plan your return to McLeod Ganj in advance, as roads up the hill jam after the game.
Nearby
- The War Memorial: a memorial to Himachal's soldiers in a pine park a short walk away.
- The Museum of Kangra Art, in lower Dharamshala.
- The Dharamshala Skyway ropeway to McLeod Ganj.
- Kunal Pathri temple, a short drive into the hills.
Getting there
The stadium is in lower Dharamshala, about 9 km below McLeod Ganj and roughly 15 km from Kangra airport at Gaggal. From McLeod Ganj, take a taxi, a local bus, or the Skyway and then a short taxi ride. Our Kangra airport and McLeod Ganj transfers can drop you at the stadium.
Combining the stadium with a day in Dharamshala
A stadium visit fits easily into a half day in the lower town. Start at the War Memorial, walk to the stadium, then visit the Museum of Kangra Art before taking the Skyway up to McLeod Ganj for the afternoon. If you're in town for a match, consider arriving a day early to see McLeod Ganj before the crowds.
Frequently asked questions
Can we visit the Dharamshala cricket stadium?+
Usually yes on non-match days during the day. Check at the gate, as access changes with events and maintenance.
What is the HPCA stadium entry fee?+
Published figures vary from free to about ₹30 on non-match days. Match tickets are sold separately online.
What is the capacity of the Dharamshala stadium?+
About 23,000 spectators.
Why is the Dharamshala stadium famous?+
For its setting: at about 1,317 m, with the snow-capped Dhauladhar range rising directly behind the ground.
Where is the HPCA stadium located?+
In lower Dharamshala near the War Memorial, about 9 km below McLeod Ganj.
How do I get to the stadium on match day?+
By taxi or local transport to the police drop-off points, then on foot. Driving yourself is difficult due to restrictions.
