Burbank is significantly more convenient for Dodger Stadium — just 11 miles away with a much easier freeway approach via the 5 south. LAX is closer in miles but the drive via I-10 or the 110 is longer and less predictable, especially on evening game days. If you have a choice of airports, fly into Burbank.
Dodger Stadium has over 16,000 on-site parking spaces across its famous terraced lots — it's one of the largest stadium parking operations in sports. Lots are color-coded by gate and assigned based on your seat location. Pre-purchasing your lot online is strongly recommended; it's cheaper and you'll skip the cash lanes. Gates open 2.5 hours before first pitch.
Dodger Stadium's expansive lots have a relaxed tailgating culture, especially in the Preferred and Blue Lots near the Top Deck. Fans arrive early, particularly for big series and rivalry games. The lots open 2.5 hours before first pitch — come early, set up, and enjoy the views of the San Gabriel Mountains before heading in.
The Dodger Stadium Express runs a free shuttle directly from Union Station to the stadium on all home game days — it's the only practical transit option and it works well. Shuttles depart every 10 minutes starting 2.5 hours before first pitch and return after the game. Union Station is served by Metro Rail (Red, Purple, Gold lines), Metrolink commuter rail, and Amtrak.
Dodger Stadium sits atop a hill in Elysian Park with no walkable surrounding neighborhood — you need a car, rideshare, or the shuttle to get here. There's no realistic walk-in option from any nearby commercial district.
Bike parking is available at the stadium, and Dodger Stadium sits adjacent to Elysian Park, which has paths connecting to the surrounding neighborhoods. That said, the steep hill access makes cycling a less practical option for most fans coming from further away.
Accessible parking is available throughout the Dodger Stadium lots — ADA spaces are located in each color-coded section close to the corresponding gate entrances. The accessible drop-off zone is at the Academy Rd entrance off Stadium Way. For accessibility services and accommodations, contact the Dodgers at (866) 363-4377.
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962 and remains one of the great American ballparks — the third-oldest active MLB stadium and one of the largest, seating 56,000 fans. It sits in Chavez Ravine, a hillside location above downtown Los Angeles that gives it a distinctive, elevated setting with mountain views beyond the outfield on clear days. The park has been continuously maintained and upgraded, and while it retains its midcentury character, the fan experience is modern.
Dodger Stadium's most famous challenge is its traffic. The ballpark sits just off the 110 freeway but arriving and leaving can take considerable time, and parking — while plentiful — requires patience. The Dodger Stadium Express bus from Union Station is a genuinely good alternative. The neighborhood around the park is residential rather than commercial, so there's not much of a pregame scene outside the stadium itself. Inside, though, it's one of the best settings in baseball.
Unbroken, factory-sealed plastic bottles of non-alcoholic beverages of 1 liter or less are permitted.
You're allowed to bring in food, as long as it's not in bottles, cans, coolers or thermoses and you're not seated in a suite.
Bags smaller than 16"x16"x8” are allowed.
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962 and remains one of baseball’s most beautiful venues. The Field Level is close to the action with excellent sightlines, and sections behind home plate are as good as it gets. The Dodger dugout is on the first base side. The panoramic views of the San Gabriel Mountains and downtown LA skyline from most infield seats are a genuine bonus.
The Reserve Level sits between the field and Top Deck and offers a solid intermediate view at a price step down from the field level. Mid-infield sections give you a clean look at the whole field and the iconic Dodger Stadium setting. A good choice for a casual game without breaking the budget.
The Top Deck at Dodger Stadium is steep and the corner sections are a long way from the action with tough angles to the infield. The mid-infield Top Deck sections are actually fine for the view and price, but avoid the corners. One other note specific to Dodger Stadium: traffic and parking are a significant planning factor — arrive early or leave late to avoid the worst of it.
Dodger Stadium’s home plate faces roughly east, meaning the first base/right field side is in direct afternoon sun during day games. The third base side and left field bleachers shade earlier from the upper deck overhang. The late-afternoon LA sun angle can be particularly strong for first base side seats in the 4–6pm window — bring good sunglasses and sunscreen for any afternoon game on that side of the park.
Dodger Stadium’s open-air design pairs perfectly with the LA climate. Day games are warm and sunny, evenings are typically comfortable. June can bring marine layer — overcast mornings that burn off by game time — and evenings in the hills can be cooler than the city below, so a light layer for night games isn’t a bad idea even in summer. Rain is genuinely rare during the baseball season.
Left Field Plaza - Who doesn't love a good King's Hawaiian roll. This place has a variety of BBQ, wings, a dodger dog on a King's Hawaiian roll, and various others. Oh, and they also have Dole whip!
Field 47, Reserve 31 - Home of the Dodger Burger (a burger with grilled Dodger Dog slices), plant based burger and various other ballpark fare.
Reserve Section 32 - Grab a variety of pulled pork options here, fried chicken buckets, smoked wings, and various others
Fields section 45 - Head here if you're in the mood for a California Roll Bowl, a Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, or an Orange Chicken Bowl. They also have Kirin Frozen Beer and Soju Cocktails on tap
The giant "Think Blue" flag that unfurls over the outfield pavilion seats before the game is one of baseball's great gameday traditions. When tens of thousands of fans raise blue pennants in unison, the visual is electric and quintessentially Dodger Stadium.
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