Easy to get to by taxi 6 euros from cascais. Pleasant place not crowded. Food not expensive.
Great time at the Millenium Estoril Tennis Open, however room for improvement in the organisation of the event. There were less bathrooms than previous years, no idea why. The bathrooms in the vicinity of the food truck area were not there and these were the good ones! Why take them away. There only a few working toilets and no mirror.
Also different to previous years there was no way to cross sides of the stadium without going all the way around through the permanent structure below. In previous years there was an outside lane under the stadium where we could cross. It was disappointing as walking all the way around was very difficult, long and hot with the crowds. There were no signs below this area telling us which side was which section so had to find out the hard way..
Great being free to attend. Sadly rain damaged the tennis courts, especially centre court. But two days later & it was playable again. Well done to the maintenance crew who worked very hard.
Apart from the day of rained off tennis, an excellent experience
A superbly run yet relaxed tournament.
Vale a Pena! They opened at 11 and the first match was at 12, so get your food and beverages first then get to your seat because once the match starts there are queues to get in and they only let you go in during breaks in the action. The second match started only 30 minutes after the first so again after going out for a drink I had to wait in line to get back in. The doubles were the best, we had assigned seats for the two singles matches, but then we just ran right into the doubles match which anyone could sit anywhere it seemed. There are no bad seats. We had great view. It was very sunny I had to buy a hat. Also bring a 1.5 liter water botttle, you will need it. There was free parking and a shuttle bus at the nearby Autódromo and that was quick, efficient and convenient. Lots of food vendors including a Vegan Pad THai, Also Leitão and Bifanas as would be expected.
I only found one set of bathrooms, one of which was out of paper. I do think they need more of them or at least more signs to lead you to the others. There was a lot of staff and people to answer your questions or help you find your seat.
So much fun. Close up and personal…
Fantastic event!
Hi - I bought my ticket for the final, cat Upper A (worth QAR 100). I had to wait in the queue for an hour and when I got to enter, I did not find a seat and I was seated on the floor because there were no empty seats!!!! I wonder why you sell and / or give out free tickets over the capacity of the stadium. This is not fair, I got to buy the ticket and couldn’t wasted more than half of the game and couldn’t be seated properly. I am claiming for a reimbursement.
Regards,
Meriem
What a week! Came from London for this tournament. Big Andy Murray fan. Watched all his 5 matches. The tickets are so well priced! The venue is beautiful. Also watched Dan Evans on outside court (no extra charge).
I’ve read that all the players love this tournament too.
Just a great experience. Will be back next year!
Amazing tournament, however, facilities could be better (WC) and could have much more activities and bigger food area.
Fantastic experience, so many activities, easy access and accommodating staff. I wish Murray won though haha
La organización debería contemplar más baños y una mejor atención en los patios de comida...muy poco funcionales
The tournament was fantastic! We loved seeing all the players play their hearts out. So much athletic talent. The concessions were improved over last year, and there were additional restroom facilities. The addition of a second box office made it easier to buy tickets or ask questions. All the staff were very helpful and friendly.
Lots of player contact. Great seats with food and beverage. Especially enjoyed our time at the Isner Family Foundation after spending some face Time last year with Mr John Isner.
This venue is great. The parking has a lot to be desired but the shuttles work. The information about entering the gates came out a little late, as the first day I had to leave my bag in will call. They were not consistent on who got to bring in a bag and who didn't get in with their bag.
Overall it was ran very well. Wish you could find a solution to VIP Boxes not using their seats could be regifted, resold, or made use so it didn't look so empty to the TV eyes.
Great Venue and I didn't have to FLY anywhere.
The Adelaide international was great fun. Staff and volunteers were very friendly. Food vans were great. My views of the players were excellent. Shout out to the musicians, too, espcially the Ukelele Death band.
Had great day watching between the different courts. Centre court seats were great.
Excellent facilities and well run tournament. Only complaint was the audio, couldn’t understand what was being said.
Although the weather was super hot (38) when the doubles played, the match of men single final was superb to watch.