Yankee Stadium Sports Fan Tips

Yankee Stadium is the home of the New York Yankees and New York City FC. It is an outdoor ballpark primarily used for Major League Baseball games with a seating capacity of over 50,000 people. Yankee Stadium is located in the Bronx, about 15km drive from Midtown Manhattan. Construction on the stadium began in 2006, and to this day it is one of the most expensive stadiums ever built.

Best bars near Yankee Stadium?

Stan's sports Bar on River Avenue is just steps from the stadium and is a must visit for all travelling fans. The walls have loads of memorabilia and it gets rowdy before, during and just after the game. If you're looking to truly experience "Yankee country” – this is the place to do so.

Directions to Yankee Stadium?

There are many ways in which you can get to Yankee stadium. One is by subway. The other being a car or taxi. You will have to fight traffic but there are multiple routes that will get you to the Bronx. The live traffic feeds help you avoid traffic as well.

Yankee Stadium parking?

You can expect to pay between $25-$35 for car parking at Yankee Stadium. The closer to the stadium, the more you will pay.

Dealing with scalpers at Yankee Stadium?

I'm also hesitate about scalpers period. You are just better off purchasing tickets on StubHub the day of that game. I've seen many times on StubHub that the day of a Yankee game, ticket prices reduce drastically because people are just trying to get rid of them for some money in return. I just looked up tickets for today's game between the Yankees and Rangers (May 24) and tickets only start at $16. Rather be safe than sorry.

Yankee Stadium seating?

If money is no concern ($400+ tickets), the Legends Suite 11-29: offer the most comfortable seats with the best view in the ballpark. If you want to be up close to the action and have a chance of spotting some a-list celebs, this is the place.

Traffic around Yankee Stadium?

C'mon its New York City and the traffic is crazy all the time. I recommend staying around and listening to New York New York sung by Frank Sinatra after the game and just walking around rather than try to jump on the metro or sitting in a cab. 

Best giveaways at Yankee Stadium?

The Yankees are by far one of the best teams to give giveaways during the season. There are always free shirts, hats, bats, baseballs, cards, and the ever popular bobble head night.

Best food and drink at Yankee Stadium?

Triple Play Grill, Section 334 has it all. Sliders, grilled chicken and steak sandwiches, chicken fingers, and Nathan's Famous hot dogs.

Safety at Yankee Stadium?

It is very safe since they are the upper echelon of baseball parks. As part of Major League Baseball's initiative to standardize security procedures at all 30 major league parks, all Guests are required to be screened via metal detectors before entering Yankee Stadium.

Things to check out around Yankee Stadium?

I heard good things about the Hard Rock Cafe in Yankee Stadium. I've been to plenty of Hard Rock Cafes and I was never let down once. If you definitely have a few hours to burn and you want to pre-game with a big group of friends, Hard Rock Cafe is a safe bet.

Best restaurants near Yankee Stadium?

Never ate at a restaurant outside the stadium area but if you want the full ball game experience, you have to get food from one of the vendors inside the ball park. Obviously, you will be paying $20-$25 just for a beer + burger but it adds on to the whole experience. Plenty of different food vendors to choose from so you do have variety.

Artifacts to look for at Yankee Stadium?

The New York Yankees Museum is located on the Main Level near Gate 6 and tells baseball's and the franchise's story through various displays of artifacts and memorabilia. The Museum holds, among other things, Thurman Munson's locker, which had remained empty in the team's clubhouse since his death in 1979, statues of Yogi Berra and Don Larsen that pay tribute to the perfect battery in the perfect World Series game, and a Ball Wall, which features autographed balls from hundreds of Yankee players.

What to expect from the Yankee Stadium crowd?

If you want to avoid being harassed or have little kids I might encourage you to buy tickets in the alcohol-free seating area which is available in the Grandstand Level in Sections 407A and 433. Guests are not permitted to bring alcohol into these seating areas, and vendors do not sell alcohol in these sections.

Best insider tip for Yankee Stadium?

The food inside Yankee Stadium is either overpriced, terrible, or both. Last game I went to I brought four subway sandwiches, a sack of peanuts, licorice, a bag of pretzels, cotton candy, and leftover Halloween candy. One important rule, though: You can't bring in juice, soda, or alcoholic beverages

Stores to hit up at Yankee Stadium?

Check out the Home Plate Store in the Great Hall at Gate 6, open year-round, carry everything Yankees. Up one level is the New Era Yankee Stadium flagship store. If you want authentic game-used items, check out the Yankees Steiner Collectibles Store on the Field Level.