Nestled in the heart of Suriname's Paramaribo, Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium is arguably the venue with the most singular place in this nation's sporting imagination. Since its 1945 inauguration, the stadium has seen eight decades' worth of footballing drama unfold under its simple yet effective design.

When taking in the structure, with its almost rustic presence, even someone with little football interest could feel the echoes of the famous players, memorable matches, and live concerts that have electrified audiences across the years. This intimate stadium set amongst a few tall trees serves as the template for the fantastic fusion of Caribbean flares and South American high spirits that is Surinamese football culture.

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About Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium is named after an esteemed doctor who served not just as a physician but also as a highly influential public servant. Dr. Essed spent his life working tirelessly for the public good, standing up for health and education and the development of communities where he lived and where his values could be felt. This stadium under his name is a place where those very public goods can be enjoyed by the thousands of people who can gather in it.

Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium History

Since its 1945 inauguration, Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium has seen eight decades' worth of footballing drama unfold. The stadium has become the home of memorable matches and has hosted countless events that have shaped Surinamese sports culture throughout its rich history.

Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium Facts and Figures

The stadium has a capacity of 8,000 spectators and is designed to be an intimate venue in which each spectator can share a crowd density that really generates a good atmosphere. The venue features multiple seating options including standard tiered seats, second-row elevated seats, VIP boxes, and dedicated supporter sections.

Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium Seating Guide

Best seats at Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

Fans who want to really get into the match-day experience should look to three main seating areas. The second-row seats present an unhindered view not just of the field but of the whole stadium. These are not quite front-row seats — too close for a good view of anything but the action right in front of you. But from these seats, you can see the whole field as well as the whole stadium, which is ideal when watching a match.

VIP boxes are the seats furthest up in the stadium and offer a view of everything happening in the stadium, not just on the field. The level of comfort is part of the VIP experience — a far cry from the commonly perceived level of discomfort for fans in general.

Finally, there are the dedicated supporter sections that are behind the goal. These fans create a match-day atmosphere that can't be matched.

Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium Seating Chart

The stadium layout includes standard tiered seating, elevated second-row seats, VIP boxes positioned at the highest points of the venue, and dedicated supporter sections behind the goals. Usually, the price of standard tiered seats falls between SRD 15 and SRD 45. The second-row seats that are elevated above the tiered seating, as well as the VIP box seats, have a much more premium price reflecting the better sightlines and added advantages of sitting higher up.

How to get to Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

Parking at Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

On typical game days, ample parking is available in the open lots near Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium; these lots are very affordable when compared to downtown Paramaribo. However, on the big occasion that a team plays one of its high-profile matches, fans might find that the municipal authority has opened the parking structures in order to accommodate the larger-than-usual crowd and traffic.

Fans are best served by arriving early and taking advantage of the lowered rates and the convenience of parking in an open lot without much competition. The hour or so before kick-off tends to be busy, and so arriving even earlier can really serve a dual purpose of avoiding that incoming congestion.

Public Transportation to Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

Fans traveling to the stadium can utilize public transit options. Buses serving the general public typically arrive in the half hour prior to kick-off. Public transit provides convenient access to the stadium for those who prefer not to drive.

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Accessibility at Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium

While stadium construction may have predated modern accessibility standards, efforts have been made to ensure that everyone can enjoy events in comfort. Ramped entrances provide access to various areas of the stadium.

People who need specific accommodations to attend events at Dr. Franklin Essed Stadium should get in contact with the stadium's operations staff. The department suggests that people contact them at least ten days before an event so that they have enough time to make the proper arrangements.