Stadiums / Fenway Park

Fenway Park

8.3

Boston, USA

Stadium information

Type: stadium
Capacity: 37,755
Opened: 1912
Roof: Open Air
Surface: Natural Grass
Home teams: Boston Red Sox
League: MLB
Sports: Baseball
Categories: sport_baseball
Timezone: America/New_York
Status: active
Address: 4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215
Location: Boston, USA
Nicknames: America's Most Beloved Ballpark, Fenway

America’s oldest MLB stadium, famous for the Green Monster and baseball history.

Parking

Very limited parking. Walk or take Green Line.

Transit

Kenmore station (Green Line B/C/D). Very walkable.

Passport Score

8.3

10 ratings · 26 check-ins

Atmosphere

9.1

Concessions

8.0

Amenities

8.0

Access

7.2

Neighborhood

9.0

Attractions

8.7

Location map

4 Yawkey Way, Boston, MA 02215 · Boston, USA

Open in venue map

Naming rights history

Fenway Park
1912-present

Home team history

Boston Red Sox
1912-present · MLB
Boston Braves
1914-1915 · MLB

Notable events

World Series 1918, 2004, 2007, 2013
2013
Boston Marathon bombing tribute
2013

Features · Architecture

Center Field Triangle

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The unusual deep center field dimensions create one of baseball's most unique playing environments.

Fenway Park Brick Exterior

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The historic red brick facade preserves the original 1912 design and gives Fenway its classic appearance.

Green Monster

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The iconic 37-foot-high left field wall is one of baseball's most recognizable landmarks. It includes the famous manual scoreboard and Green Monster seating.

Green Monster Seats

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Seats built directly above the left field wall provide one of MLB's most unique viewing experiences.

Pesky Pole

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The famous right field foul pole is named after Red Sox legend Johnny Pesky and is one of baseball's most recognizable landmarks.

Red Seat

Architecture · Throughout the stadium, gameday

A single red seat marks the location of Ted Williams' legendary 502-foot home run, the longest ever hit at Fenway.

Features · History

Boston Red Sox Retired Numbers

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Red Sox legends including Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski, Carlton Fisk, David Ortiz, and other franchise icons.

David Ortiz Tribute

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors Big Papi's impact on the franchise, including his postseason heroics and championships.

Fenway Park Museum

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Historic artifacts, memorabilia, and stories document more than 100 years of Red Sox baseball.

Red Sox Hall of Fame

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Honors the greatest players, managers, and contributors in Boston Red Sox history.

Ted Williams Legacy

History · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Displays and tributes celebrate one of baseball's greatest hitters and his legendary Red Sox career.

Features · Experience

Bleacher Section

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The historic bleachers provide one of baseball's most passionate and traditional fan atmospheres.

Fenway Food

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Classic ballpark food including Fenway Franks and iconic concessions.

Fenway Park Tours

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Guided tours take fans behind the scenes to the Green Monster, press box, dugouts, and historic areas.

Green Monster Seats

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Fans can watch games from atop the famous wall in one of baseball's most unique seats.

Jersey Street

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

The pedestrian area outside the stadium features food, entertainment, merchandise, and pregame activities.

Red Sox Kids Nation

Experience · Throughout the stadium, gameday

Family-friendly activities and youth experiences designed for younger fans.

Traditions

Sweet Caroline Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

During the middle of the 8th inning, Fenway Park erupts as Neil Diamond's "Sweet Caroline" plays and the entire crowd sings along.

Pesky Pole Foul Ball Cheer Iconic Must experience

Crowd Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Whenever a towering fly ball heads toward Pesky's Pole in right field, the entire crowd rises in anticipation before reacting together.

Tessie Iconic Must experience

Songs & Music · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Following Red Sox victories, "Tessie" by Dropkick Murphys plays as fans celebrate another Boston win.

Yankees Suck Chant Iconic Must experience

Crowd Chant · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Regardless of the opponent, spontaneous "Yankees Suck!" chants regularly break out around Fenway Park.

Fenway Roll Call Iconic Must experience

Pregame Ritual · Throughout the ballpark, gameday

Fans remain engaged until the final out, often giving standing ovations and curtain-call applause following exceptional individual performances.

History & timeline

1912 Original Ballpark Iconic

Historic Exhibit · Throughout the ballpark

Preserved 1912 structure including the original steel and concrete bowl design.

2004 World Series Iconic

Championship Display · Concourse, first base side

Commemorating the end of the curse and the greatest comeback in baseball history.

Carl Yastrzemski Iconic

Legacy Display · Concourse displays

Tributes to Yaz — Triple Crown winner and the face of Red Sox baseball for a generation.

Curse of the Bambino Iconic

Historic Exhibit · Concourse exhibits

The 86-year drought and the Babe Ruth sale that defined Red Sox history.

David Ortiz Iconic

Legacy Display · Concourse displays

Honors Big Papi and his clutch postseason heroics that broke the curse.

Fisk Home Run History Iconic

Historic Exhibit · Concourse and left field

Tributes to Fisk waving the 1975 World Series home run fair — the defining Fenway moment.

Historic Scoreboard Iconic

Historic Display · Green Monster, left field

Hand-operated manual scoreboard still updated by hand during games — built into the Green Monster.

Pedro Martinez Iconic

Legacy Display · Concourse displays

Tributes to the Hall of Fame pitcher who dominated at Fenway in the early 2000s.

Ted Williams Iconic

Legacy Display · Concourse and right field facade

Exhibits honoring the greatest hitter who ever lived and his Red Sox legacy.

Williams, Yaz & Papi Iconic

Legacy Display · Concourse and Hall of Fame

Combined tribute to the three greatest hitters in Red Sox history.

Yankees Rivalry Iconic

Historic Exhibit · Concourse displays

The greatest rivalry in sports — decades of Red Sox–Yankees history at Fenway.

2007 World Series

Championship Display · Concourse displays

Tributes to the second championship of the modern Red Sox dynasty.

2013 World Series

Championship Display · Concourse displays

Honors the 2013 championship team and Boston Strong resilience.

2018 World Series

Championship Display · Concourse displays

Tributes to the 2018 championship and another Fenway celebration.

Bucky Dent History

Historic Exhibit · Concourse displays

The 1978 playoff heartbreak — forever part of Red Sox–Yankees lore.

Fenway Park History Exhibits

Historic Exhibit · Concourse, Gate D

Chronological exhibits tracing the ballpark from 1912 to today.

Greatest Red Sox Moments

Historic Exhibit · Concourse

Highlight displays of the most unforgettable moments in Fenway history.

Nomar Garciaparra

Legacy Display · Concourse displays

Honors Nomar’s batting-glove ritual and his iconic Fenway era.

Entertainment

Wally the Green Monster Iconic

Mascot · Dugout and concourse

The Red Sox mascot firing up the crowd from the dugout and concourse all game long.

Tessie (during games) Iconic

Song · Pregame and rallies

Historic Red Sox anthem rooted in the 1903 World Series — revived during the 2004 run.

Fenway Organist Iconic

Band · Organ booth, behind home plate

Live organ performances between innings and during key moments.

Opening Day Ceremonies Iconic

Special Event · Field, Opening Day

Full Opening Day pageantry with rings, banners, and Boston pride.

Seventh-Inning Stretch

Special Event · 7th inning stretch

Take Me Out to the Ballgame and stretch time at America’s oldest park.

Red Sox Nation Features

Special Event · Video board

Video board features celebrating fans from across Red Sox Nation.

Mascot Appearances

Mascot · Concourse and field

Wally and Tessie appearances throughout the ballpark on gameday.

Pregame Ceremonies

Special Event · Field pregame

Ceremonial first pitches, anthems, and pregame pageantry.

Hall of Fame Inductions

Special Event · Field, select games

Special ceremonies honoring new Red Sox Hall of Fame inductees.

Military Appreciation Events

Special Event · Field pregame

Special ceremonies honoring service members at Fenway.

Experiences

Citgo Sign Iconic Must experience

Photo Spot · Left field concourse and seats

Capture the Citgo sign framing the Green Monster from your seat or concourse.

Dirty Water Iconic Must experience

Postgame Tradition · Postgame, stadium-wide

Stay for Dirty Water blasting after a Red Sox victory at Fenway.

Fenway Park Iconic Must experience

Crowd Atmosphere · Main concourse entrances

That first moment walking into America’s oldest ballpark and seeing the Green Monster.

Red Sox vs Yankees Iconic Must experience

Rivalry Game · Fenway Park on rivalry weekend

The greatest rivalry in sports when the Yankees visit Fenway.

Ted Williams Statue Must experience

Photo Spot · Jersey Street, outside Gate B

Classic photo op at the Ted Williams statue on Jersey Street.

Batting Practice Must experience

Team Arrival · Field level and Monster seats

Arrive early to watch batting practice from the Monster, bleachers, or field level.

Bleachers Must experience

Student Section · Center and right field bleachers

Open-air bleachers in center and right field — loud, social, and close to the action.

Fenway at Night Must experience

Night Game · Full ballpark experience

Night games at Fenway under the lights — pure baseball magic.

Final Out Must experience

Postgame Tradition · Field and stands, final out

Stay for the final out and Dirty Water after a Red Sox victory.

Walk Jersey Street Must experience

Tailgate · Jersey Street

The energy on Jersey Street before first pitch — street performers, fans, and ballpark buzz.