MLB
Stadium Guide
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Opened
April 3, 2004
Capacity of
43,035
Best way there
Broad Street Line to NRG Station
10-minute walk to the gates.
Tickets
Mobile, in the MLB Ballpark app
Arrive by
Gates open 90 min early
Third Base and Left Field gates open 2 hrs early.
Bag policy
Single-compartment purses only
No backpacks. Medical and diaper bags allowed.
Food & water
Sealed drinks only
No outside food, except medical or infant needs.
Parking
$20–$30
Sports Complex lots.
Nearest airport
Philadelphia (PHL) · 7 mi
About 15 min by car.
Best value seats
Upper Level sections 301–318
Mid-infield.
Citizens Bank Park opened in 2004 in South Philadelphia and quickly established itself as one of the best fan environments in baseball. It holds just over 43,000 fans and sits in the South Philly sports complex alongside Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center — meaning game days in this neighborhood involve tens of thousands of fans arriving from every direction. The park is designed with the fan experience in mind, with wide concourses, excellent sightlines, and an intimate feel despite its size.
The Broad Street Line subway stops at NRG Station, right in the heart of the sports complex, making it one of the easier ballparks to reach by transit in the Northeast. The sports complex doesn't have much of a neighborhood scene — it's a collection of stadiums surrounded by parking — but South Philly's Italian Market and the surrounding row-house neighborhoods are a short ride away. The Phillies' fan base is among the most passionate in baseball, and the atmosphere on big game nights is electric.
PHL is 7 miles southwest of Citizens Bank Park. A rideshare runs $15–25. Transit takes about 45 minutes: the SEPTA Airport Line to Suburban Station, a short walk to City Hall, then the Broad Street Line south to NRG Station. It's cheaper than rideshare.
ADA-designated spaces are throughout the Sports Complex lots. The accessible drop-off zone is near the main entrance on Pattison Ave. For accessibility services, call the Phillies at (215) 463-1000 or visit phillies.com/accessibility.
Extensive on-site parking in the Sports Complex lots, shared with Lincoln Financial Field and Wells Fargo Center. The lots are large, well-organized and affordable. Pre-purchase online for the best rates.
The South Philadelphia Sports Complex is one of MLB's great tailgating spots. The lots fill early on big days. Gates open 2 hours before first pitch.
The SEPTA Broad Street Line runs to NRG Station (formerly Pattison), a 10-minute walk from the ballpark. From Center City, the ride takes about 20 minutes. SEPTA runs extended game-day service.
The ballpark is in the Sports Complex stadium campus, with little walkable neighborhood nearby. Most fans take the Broad Street Line or drive.
Bike parking is near the ballpark. The Schuylkill River Trail connects Center City and the Fairmount area to the Sports Complex.
Unopened non-alcoholic plastic bottles, baby bottles and single-serve, soft-sided juice containers are allowed.
No outside food, except for medical or infant needs.
Only single compartment purses, medical bags and diaper bags are allowed. No backpacks.
Citizens Bank Park opened in 2004 with a well-designed lower bowl and excellent sightlines. Field level behind home plate is close to the action and classic premium. The Phillies dugout is on the first base side. The Liberty Bell in left field and the Philly skyline add atmosphere.
Upper level mid-infield sections give a clean elevated view of the full field at a big discount. Sightlines stay reasonable from the top. A solid budget option for a casual game.
Skip the upper level corners, which are steep and distant from the infield. The outfield Terrace sections are fun and affordable but steeply angled to home plate. No pole obstructions.
Home plate points roughly northeast. In afternoon games, the first base/right field side gets direct sun. The third base side shades earlier from the upper deck. Philly summer afternoons are hot and humid, so the shaded third base side is a real advantage in July and August.
The park is fully open-air. July and August can be hot and humid, especially in unshaded seats. April can be cold, especially at night. There is some wind exposure. September and October are among the best conditions in the NL East, with an outstanding atmosphere if the Phillies are in contention.
Sections 102,208, 218, 225 & 320 - Local icon known for crinkle cut fries dusted with Old Bay and signature cheese sauce.
Section 147 - Cheesesteaks and roast pork sandwiches.
Section 243 - Outdoor bar named for Phillies HOF broadcaster Harry Kalas. Drinks and ballpark favorites. Can get crowded.
Section 140 - Chicken sandwiches and donuts. Get both.
Left Field Gate - Outdoor BBQ with pulled pork, smoked brisket and the famous "Bulldog" kielbasa sandwich, among others.
Two play areas. The Phanatic Phun Zone (near the First Base Gate, ages 8 and under) has slides, tunnels, games and a toddler-only section. The Yard (Ashburn Alley, right field) has the 30-foot harnessed Phanatic Climbing Wall, a wiffle ball field modeled on the real diamond, a Bullpen speed-pitch and a hot dog launcher game on Dollar Dog nights.
The Phillie Phanatic performs on the field at the end of the 5th inning and on the dugout in the bottom of the 7th. Fans 14 and under at their first game can get a free certificate at Guest Services.
Kid-sized concessions and an onsite ice cream bar are available near The Yard. 20 water fountains are located throughout the ballpark for refills.
Nursing: Nursing Mothers' Room, Main Concourse behind Section 125, with pumping outlets.
Changing tables: All 61 restrooms have baby-changing tables. 13 are dedicated family restrooms.
Sensory/quiet space: A Sensory Activation Vehicle at First Base Plaza has beanbags, light panels and bubble walls.
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