Levis Stadium Sports Fan Tips

Levis Stadium is a venue in or near San Francisco that is most often used for Football

Traffic around Levi's Stadium?

The traffic isn't too bad around here unlike other big cities. It is recommended that you relax and eat a little after the game so there isn't any traffic but if you must get out its not too bad, especially if you parked just outside the stadium.

Best insider tip for Levi's Stadium?

Guests of all ages can receive a 'My First 49ers Game Certificate' at the Guest Service areas located throughout the stadium.

What to expect from the Levi's Stadium crowd?

The 49ers crowd hates their opponents. There has been recent talk that they don't like opposing fans in their stadium. Overall they are pretty good but when the team starts losing some drunken fans can be a little belligerent and cause problems. However, this is rare and the 49ers fans know their football.

Dealing with scalpers at Levi's Stadium?

Scalping and Profiteering Policies The unlawful resale of any event ticket on Levi's® Stadium grounds, and/or event parking lots is strictly PROHIBITED and may result in the loss of ticket privileges and/or prosecution to the fullest extent of the law.

Levi's Stadium parking?

South Bay businesses are lining up anti-gridlock options. For $50, Santana Row in San Jose is offering parking, a round-trip shuttle ride to the stadium plus pregame and postgame dining/cocktail deals (www.santanarow.com/events). Or you can make reservations for brunch at the aforementioned Birk's, park there for free and stroll to the stadium via the path behind the restaurant (www.birksrestaurant.com). At the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara, guests who stay over on game nights will receive early check-in and free hotel parking. Look for more local parking/shuttle deals as the season nears.

Best bars near Levi's Stadium?

San Francisco has its Chinatown and Japantown, but Santa Clara has Koreatown. This stretch of El Camino Real near Lawrence Expressway is home to lots of Korean restaurants that win raves for their bulgogi, bibimbap, seafood pancakes -- and their KFC, as in Korean-style fried chicken. The legs and wings are double-fried to create a super-crackly crust. Some of the chicken shops and full-menu eateries -- including 99 Chicken, Gooyi Gooyi and Jang Mo Jip -- are open until midnight or 2 a.m. Plenty of nice drink options as well to wash all this down with.

Artifacts to look for at Levi's Stadium?

Hall of Fame The Edward J. DeBartolo, Sr. Hall of Fame is a marquee exhibit in the 49ers Museum presented by Sony. Life size statues of each Hall of Fame member will be positioned throughout, giving the feel of being at a cocktail party with the greatest 49ers of all time. The statues are in active poses, and some will be raised in the air. Hardwood floors give this space an intimate feel. Two interactive touchscreen tables allow the visitor to access more information about each member.

Directions to Levi's Stadium?

Levi's® Stadium is located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Santa Clara, CA at 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way and Tasman Avenue. For visitors driving, the stadium is located near several major highways and expressways including Highways 101, 237, 880, as well as the Lawrence Expressway and San Tomas Expressway. The stadium is also conveniently located near several public transportation routes including Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) light rail and bus lines, ACE/Capitol Corridor heavy rail, and even connects to Caltrain for direct access to San Francisco.

Levi's Stadium seating?

The best seats in the house are between the 30-50 yard line about 20 rows up. If you are below 20 rows then you get blocked by some of the players. The worst seats in the house are directly behind the end zone about half way up because you are far away and blocked by the field goal post.

Best giveaways at Levi's Stadium?

The 49ers give collectible football cards, T-shirts, posters, towels, and occasional football collectible, bobble head or other memorabilia from time to time.

Safety at Levi's Stadium?

Levi's® Stadium is dedicated to providing a high quality entertainment experience. Guests who interfere with play, use foul language, make obscene gestures, smoke, or appear to be impaired may be ejected. Levi's® Stadium has adopted an escalating scale of enforcement for Guest Code of Conduct violations. The purpose of this policy is to help ensure that all Levi's® Stadium guests enjoy a positive event day experience.

Best food and drink at Levi's Stadium?

For starters, Niners fans will pay $10.25 for the cheapest beer available, a 20-ounce domestic such as Budweiser or Bud Light, up from $9.75 at the 'Stick. A "premium" brew such as a Shock Top will run you $11 for 18 ounces. The widely cited independent Team Marketing Report study said the Oakland Raiders had the priciest small beer in the league last year, at $9.75 for 20 ounces, with the average NFL team charging $7.05 for 17 ounces. But the report is heavily disputed in NFL circles. A "frankfurter" at Levi's Stadium (the word "hot dog" apparently is too lowbrow for the fancy new stadium) will cost $6.25, up 75 cents from the 'Stick. It's 25 cents higher than the cheapest dog listed by the Team Marketing Report for 2013, while the NFL average was $5.07. A soft drink such as Pepsi, Mountain Dew or Sierra Mist costs $5.25 for 21 ounces, a bit more expensive on a per-ounce basis than the $5.50 Niners fans paid last year for 24 ounces. The report's NFL average was $4.48 for 20 ounces. A 49ers souvenir soda cup costs $7.50. Among the other Levi's Stadium prices: $8 for a pizza slice, $8.50 for garlic fries; $6 for nachos or a bag of candy such as M&M's; $5.75 for a 20-ounce bottle of water; $8.25 for a sausage or bratwurst; and $12 for a 7-ounce wine pour, tortas, a barbecue sandwich or a burger.

Stores to hit up at Levi's Stadium?

The 49ers Team Store at Levi's® Stadium is open to the public on non-event days were you can purchase 49ers merchandise. The team store is located in the Intel Gate A, the hours are: Monday to Saturday (In-Season): 9:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Monday to Saturday (Off-Season): 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sunday (all year): 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The Niners flagship Team Store at the stadium, which will join existing shops at the Westfield San Francisco Centre and the Valley Fair mall on the San Jose-Santa Clara border. The 13,000-square-foot store also opens in August and features specialty shops for Nike, New Era, Mitchell & Ness and, of course, Levi's. 

Best restaurants near Levi's Stadium?

San Francisco has its Chinatown and Japantown, but Santa Clara has Koreatown. This stretch of El Camino Real near Lawrence Expressway is home to lots of Korean restaurants that win raves for their bulgogi, bibimbap, seafood pancakes -- and their KFC, as in Korean-style fried chicken. The legs and wings are double-fried to create a super-crackly crust. Some of the chicken shops and full-menu eateries -- including 99 Chicken, Gooyi Gooyi and Jang Mo Jip -- are open until midnight or 2 a.m.

Things to check out around Levi's Stadium?

The 20,000-square-foot center inside the stadium will feature interactive exhibits where fans can mimic players' movements, a theater featuring a giant Sony super high-definition screen, and a thorough team history dating back to 1946. The hall of fame exhibit includes life-sized statues of all 26 Niners hall of famers, and another area includes a recreation of coach Bill Walsh's Redwood City office.