Jungle Stadiums Hidden in the Tropics

11. Estadio Víctor Manuel Reyna – Tuxtla Gutiérrez, Mexico

Estadio Víctor Manuel Reyna, situated in Tuxtla Gutiérrez—the capital of Chiapas, Mexico—offers a distinct blend of modern sports culture and proximity to some of North America’s most biodiverse rainforests. With a capacity of around 29,000, the stadium previously served as the home ground for Chiapas F.C. and continues to host regional matches and community events. Chiapas is renowned for its rugged landscapes: mist-shrouded mountains, deep canyons, and the lush Lacandon Jungle. Though Tuxtla Gutiérrez is a bustling city featuring shopping centers and government offices, day trips to areas like Sumidero Canyon or the Lacandon region reveal a wild world of waterfalls, exotic wildlife, and ancient Maya heritage. This proximity offers sports fans the chance to combine a weekend of football with eco-tours through tropical forests inhabited by howler monkeys and a variety of bird species. Within Estadio Víctor Manuel Reyna itself, the energy on match days can be electric, fueled by passionate supporters and upbeat music that resonates around the stands. The stadium also hosts concerts and cultural festivals, bridging urban entertainment with Chiapas’s rich indigenous traditions. Whether you come for the match or the magic of the rainforest, Tuxtla Gutiérrez stands out as a destination where sport and nature thrive side by side.