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1. Fenway Park, Boston, Massachusetts
Home to the World Series Champion Boston Red Sox, Fenway Park ranks at the top for its unmatched history, character, charm and atmosphere. Opened in 1912, Fenway is the oldest active baseball park in the U.S. Allowing fans to seemingly step back in time, the beloved ballpark features the legendary 37-foot “Green Monster” wall in left field, the short porch at Pesky’s Pole in right, and the members of “Red Sox Nation,” some of the most passionate fans in the country. According to a TripAdvisor traveler, “This is not only the best park ever, it is the best place ever. Fenway is an experience.”
2. Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois
The nation’s second oldest active baseball stadium, opened in 1914, Wrigley is famous for its ivy-covered walls, bleachers, day games, welcoming fans, and lovable Cubs. Visitors can enjoy the pre-game festivities in Wrigleyville, outside the park, before heading into the “friendly confines” for an amazing baseball experience. Be sure to loosen up your vocal chords for the seventh-inning stretch and the best rendition of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” in the majors. Reported a TripAdvisor traveler, “Having been to several ballparks, I have found this one to be one of the best. The Cubs have some great fans!”
3. Yankee Stadium, Bronx, New York
With 26 World Series titles and home to some the most illustrious players in baseball history, “The House that Ruth Built” is a living baseball shrine. Opened in 1923 and renovated in 1976, “The Stadium,” which holds more than 57,000 fans, is one of the loudest and most electric in baseball. See this historic stadium before it’s gone, as the new Yankee Stadium opens its doors across the street next year. As one TripAdvisor traveler shared, “Even if you don't know anything about baseball, go to this stadium on game day, get a ticket, buy a dog and a beer, and check out Yankee Stadium.”
4. PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
PNC Park is one of baseball’s finest and most intimate venues, a baseball gem built along Pittsburgh’s Allegheny River. Opened in 2001, PNC offers spectacular views of downtown Pittsburgh, and provides wonderful modern amenities, and vast open-air concourses with tremendous sightlines. Visitors won’t want to pass on a Primanti Brothers sandwich and should take a stroll along the lively River Walk outside the park. According to a TripAdvisor traveler, “Very fan-friendly, easy to locate, and provides a breathtaking view of the Pittsburgh skyline.”
5. AT&T Park, San Francisco, California
Opened in 2000, the gorgeous young park on San Francisco Bay features some similar dimensions to the one-time home of the Giants, New York’s legendary Polo Grounds. Visitors can enjoy views of the bay and hope to see a rare home run hit into the water of the famous McCovey Cove, just past right field. An impressive statue of Willie Mays proudly stands outside the park’s brick walls, a nod to one of the greatest players ever. According to a TripAdvisor traveler, “The views from the park at the upper levels are nothing short of spectacular.”
6. Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, Maryland
One of the first of the new retro ballparks that opened in 1992, Oriole Park at Camden Yards has it all. Visitors will marvel at the beautiful century-old brick warehouse in right field, as well as many of the classic accents the park offers. In addition to the excellent seats and views of the field, fans can also enjoy the great food on Eutaw Street, including the delicious Boog’s Barbeque, before the game. Said a TripAdvisor traveler, “Definitely one of the better parks I've been to in the league. Have sat in a few different spots, and the views have been great from everywhere.”
7. Coors Field, Denver, Colorado
Offering breath-taking views of the Rocky Mountains, Coors Field, opened in 1995, is a gorgeous park to watch a ballgame—and uniquely one mile above sea level. Once nicknamed Coors Canaveral for the propensity of long balls launched in the thin mountain air, now baseballs are kept in humidors to help balance the high-altitude conditions. Fans enjoy excellent seats and field views at Coors, and as you might expect, some great fresh beer at the game. Said one TripAdvisor traveler, “I would rank this stadium in the top two or three that I have visited. It is a must see.”
8. Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles, California
Another park steeped in history, Dodger Stadium opened in 1962. Based in the Los Angeles area of Chavez Ravine, Dodger Stadium features remarkable views of downtown L.A. and the San Gabriel mountains. An old-time pitcher’s park where baseball is at its purest, be sure to grab a Dodger dog or two and enjoy the show. Simply stated one TripAdvisor traveler, “This place is worth the visit.”
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