Yankee Stadium
Among the most iconic baseball teams in Major League Baseball are the New York Yankees who play at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, NY. The new Yankee Stadium opened on April 2, 2009, and its capacity is 54,251. In the stadium's first year, the Yankees won the World Series. Since then, MLB wild card games and division championship games have been played there, too. Even though Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle and Yogi Berra, among other famous Yankees, did not play at the new stadium, pieces of history are still felt, seen and heard there. The $2.3 billion facility is also home to the New York City FC of Major League Soccer. Find the best Yankee Stadium seats at StubHub.
The best Yankee Stadium seats, like most baseball games, are behind home plate. Seats behind the team dugouts are also desirable. From there, you simply need to decide the kinds of views and experiences you would like to have during the game.
Public transportation to Yankee Stadium is available. The stadium subway stop is East 161st Street and River Avenue. The No. 4 train (East Side) as well as the B and D trains stop there. Transportation experts estimate that it takes 25 minutes to ride from Midtown Manhattan to the stadium. Buses Bx6, Bx13 and Bx1 as well as buses Bx2 and BxM4 all stop around the stadium, too.
Guests attending Yankee Stadium events will find prepaid parking around the venue. There are a number of garages that set their own prices and rules. They are not operated by the Yankee organization.
At Yankee Stadium, you will find a plethora of food and drink offerings. From burgers to wings, concession stands that appeal to just about every dietary restriction, craving and expectation are present including those that sell sandwiches, salads and wraps.
There are no shortage of entertainment options near Yankee Stadium. Restaurants and bars are situated within reasonable walking, driving and public transportation distance.
When you take in a baseball or soccer game at Yankee Stadium, you do not need to call a sitter. Both sports organizations aim to deliver a family-friendly atmosphere and environment.
Yankee Stadium is wheelchair friendly. Throughout the stadium, wheelchair-accessible and designated aisle transfer seats are available. They are priced at an array of fee points.
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