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IntroductionsIconic
The Smoke
Before kickoff, Miami players burst onto the field through a cloud of smoke, one of college football's most iconic entrances.
6.3Passport Score
1987Opened
65,326Capacity
Open AirRoof
PartialSurface
143Check-ins
The basics
About Hard Rock Stadium
Home of the Miami Dolphins.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NFL;NCAAF
- Nicknames
- The Rock
- Address
- 347 Don Shula Dr, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
- Location
- Miami Gardens, FL
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Status
- active
FormerlyJoe Robbie StadiumPro Player StadiumDolphins StadiumSun Life Stadium
Rated by fans
How fans rate it
6.3Passport Score
8 fan ratings · 143 check-ins
Atmosphere7.2
Attractions6.6
Access7.0
Concessions5.4
Neighborhood2.8
Facility6.7
Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
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PerformersIconic
Sebastian the Ibis
Sebastian the Ibis energizes the crowd with flags, stunts, and game-day antics throughout every home game.
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Crowd ChantsIconic
C-A-N-E-S Chant
The crowd spells out "C-A-N-E-S!" after big plays and touchdowns.
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PerformersIconic
Touchdown Rings
After every Hurricanes touchdown, the giant Turnover/Touchdown celebration graphics ignite Hard Rock Stadium.
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Songs & MusicIconic
Orange Bowl Fight Song
After every Dolphins touchdown, the historic "Miami Dolphins Number One" fight song plays while fans sing "Miami has the Dolphins..."
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Crowd RitualIconic
Touchdown Orange Wave
Following Dolphins touchdowns, fans wave orange towels throughout Hard Rock Stadium, creating a sea of orange.
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Crowd RitualIconic
Perfect Season Toast
Each season, surviving members of the 1972 undefeated team gather to celebrate when the NFL's final unbeaten team loses.
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Crowd ChantIconic
Fins Up Chant
Fans greet one another with "Fins Up!" throughout the stadium and parking lots before, during, and after games.
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Dan Marino Legacy
The greatest Dolphin of all time — passing records and a Hall of Fame career.
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Dolphins vs Bills Rivalry
AFC East rivalry with Buffalo — Miami vs Western New York for division supremacy.
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Dolphins vs Jets Rivalry
AFC East rivalry with the Jets — decades of division battles in South Florida.
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Dolphins vs Patriots Rivalry
The Dolphins-Patriots rivalry — AFC East hatred for over five decades.
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Don Shula Legacy
The winningest coach in NFL history — architect of the perfect season and two Super Bowls.
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Greatest Dolphins Moments
The perfect season, Marino heroics, the Hook and Lateral, and the greatest plays in franchise history.
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Killer B's Era
The Killer B's — Marino, Clayton, and Duper rewrote the passing game in the 1980s.
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No-Name Defense
The No-Name Defense — anchored the perfect season and two championship defenses.
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Orange Bowl History
From the Orange Bowl to Joe Robbie to Hard Rock — Miami football history.
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Championship BannersIconic
Perfect Season (1972)
17-0 — the only perfect season in NFL history, forever unmatched.
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Historic displayIconic
South Florida Football History
South Florida football culture — palm trees, sunshine, and Fins Nation.
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Championship BannersIconic
Super Bowl VII
Super Bowl VII — the perfect season capped with Miami's first Lombardi Trophy.
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MascotIconic
T.D. the Dolphin
T.D. — the Dolphins mascot firing up Fins Nation from the sideline all game long.
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Special EventIconic
White Hot Events
White Hot event activations and coordinated whiteout experiences.
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Tailgate LotIconic
Tailgate Parties
Legendary tailgate parties under the palm trees in the Hard Rock parking lots.
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Special EventIconic
AFC Championship Game
AFC Championship at Hard Rock Stadium — one win from the Super Bowl.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Bills Rivalry Weekend
Full Bills rivalry weekend — AFC East hatred in South Florida.
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StatueIconic
Dan Marino Statue
Photo with the greatest Dolphin of all time at Hard Rock Stadium.
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Fight SongIconic
Dolphins Fight Song
Hear the Dolphins fight song after touchdowns and victories.
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Hall of FameIconic
Dolphins Hall of Fame
Tour the Dolphins Hall of Fame and honor every franchise immortal.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Dolphins vs Bills
AFC East rivalry when Buffalo comes to South Florida.
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Dolphins vs Jets
AFC East rivalry when the Jets visit Miami Gardens.
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Rivalry GameIconic
Dolphins vs Patriots
The Dolphins-Patriots rivalry in Miami Gardens.
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First VisitIconic
Hard Rock Stadium
Your first time walking into Hard Rock Stadium — palm trees, sunshine, and Fins Nation.
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Crowd ChantIconic
Participate in Fins Up
Raise your fin with 65,000 Fins Nation members on every big play.
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Championship BannersIconic
Perfect Season Exhibit
Walk through 17-0 — the only perfect season in NFL history.
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Special EventIconic
Sunday Night Football
Primetime SNF energy under the Hard Rock canopy in Miami Gardens.
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Field accessIconic
Walk Field Level During a Tour
Walk on the field during a guided stadium tour.
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Special EventIconic
White Hot Game
A White Hot whiteout — coordinated white when the Dolphins take the field.
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Championship BannersIconic
AFC Championship History
AFC Championship runs from the 1970s dynasty to modern playoff appearances.
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Bob Griese Legacy
Hall of Fame quarterback and field general of the perfect season.
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Franchise Timeline
Complete franchise timeline from 1966 expansion to the perfect season to today.
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Jason Taylor Legacy
Hall of Fame defensive end — 139.5 sacks and a Dolphins legend.
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Larry Csonka Legacy
Hall of Fame fullback — Zonk powered the 1970s dynasty to two Super Bowls.
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Championship BannersIconic
Super Bowl VIII
Super Bowl VIII — back-to-back champions and the second Lombardi Trophy.
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Zach Thomas Legacy
Hall of Fame linebacker — the heart and soul of the Dolphins defense.
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CheerleadersIconic
Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders
Miami Dolphins cheerleaders leading sideline energy and crowd engagement.
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Special EventIconic
Dan Marino Tribute Event
Special tribute events honoring the greatest Dolphin of all time.
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Don Shula Tribute Event
Special tribute events honoring the winningest coach in NFL history.
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Pregame EntertainmentMust see
Pregame Fan Festivals
Pre-game fan festivals in Palm Plaza — food, music, and South Florida energy.
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Victory CelebrationMust see
Dolphins Victory Celebration
Stay for the postgame victory celebration when the Dolphins win at home.
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Architecture
360-Degree Video Board
The massive wraparound video board is one of the NFL's largest and most recognizable features.
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Architecture
Canopy Roof
The massive canopy structure protects fans while allowing an open-air feel and iconic stadium design.
Architecture
Hard Rock Stadium Canopy
Hard Rock Stadium Canopy — an architectural landmark of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Hurricanes.
Architecture
Hard Rock Stadium exterior landmarks
Hard Rock Stadium exterior landmarks — an architectural landmark of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Hurricanes.
Architecture
Miami Hurricanes “U”
Miami Hurricanes “U” — an architectural landmark of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Hurricanes.
Architecture
Miami Open Tennis Campus
Miami Open Tennis Campus — an architectural landmark of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Hurricanes.
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Architecture
Miami Skyline Views
The stadium provides views of the South Florida landscape and surrounding area.
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Architecture
Palm Tree Entrances
The landscaping creates a distinct South Florida arrival experience.
Architecture
Shade Seats
Shade Seats — an architectural landmark of Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Hurricanes.
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History
Dan Marino
Honors the Hall of Fame quarterback and greatest player in franchise history.
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History
Miami Dolphins Retired Numbers
Honors Dolphins legends including Dan Marino, Bob Griese, Larry Csonka, and other icons.
History
Miami Hurricanes Ring of Honor
Miami Hurricanes Ring of Honor — a landmark celebrating Miami Hurricanes history at Hard Rock Stadium.
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History
Orange Bowl
Connects the Dolphins with their historic former home.
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History
Shula
Celebrates Hall of Fame coach Don Shula and his impact on the franchise.
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Experience
Dolphins Kids Zone
Family-friendly activities and interactive experiences.
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Experience
Dolphins Tailgating
Popular South Florida tailgate environment featuring music, food, and fan gatherings.
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Experience
Hard Rock Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours showcasing the field, premium areas, and stadium features.
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Experience
Miami Food
Features South Florida cuisine, seafood, and local flavors.
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Rituals
Band of the Hour
The Band of the Hour performs the Miami pregame show and “Turnover Chain” energy in the stands.
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Displays
Dolphins Walk of Fame
Walk of Fame honoring Miami Dolphins greats around Hard Rock Stadium.
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Statue
Don Shula Statue
Statue of Don Shula, the Dolphins coach of the Perfect Season and NFL wins record.
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Displays
Hall of Honor
Hall of Honor recognizing Dolphins legends from Griese and Marino to the present.
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Rituals
Hurricanes Walk
The Hurricanes walk through fans before entering Hard Rock Stadium.
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Historic Marker
Miami Gardens Plaza
Plaza celebrating Miami Gardens outside Hard Rock Stadium.
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Displays
Miami Legacy Wall
Wall celebrating Hurricanes football history at Hard Rock Stadium.
Displays
Miami Sports Hall of Fame
University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame displays honoring Hurricanes athletes and coaches.
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Displays
National Championships
Trophies and exhibits from Miami’s national championship seasons.
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Displays
Orange Bowl Legacy
Exhibits on the Orange Bowl, the Dolphins’ longtime home before Hard Rock Stadium.
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Displays
Perfect Season
Displays on the 1972 Perfect Season, still the NFL’s only undefeated championship year.
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Statue
Sebastian the Ibis Statue
Statue of Sebastian the Ibis, the Hurricanes mascot, a gameday photo stop at Hard Rock Stadium.
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Displays
Team Legacy Wall
Wall covering Dolphins history from the AFL through the Super Bowl era.
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Displays
Turnover Chain Exhibit
Exhibit of the Turnover Chain — the gold-chain celebration displayed when the Hurricanes take the ball away.
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Pregame Entertainment
DJ Performances
DJ performances and South Florida music energy during gameday breaks.
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Special Event
Theme Nights
Special theme nights — throwbacks, alumni, and Fins Nation celebrations.
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Special Event
Alumni Meet & Greets
Meet and greets with Dolphins alumni and franchise legends.
Through the years
History
Names
- 1987-1996Joe Robbie Stadium
- 1996-1997Pro Player Stadium
- 1997-2009Dolphins Stadium
- 2010-2016Sun Life Stadium
- 2016-presentHard Rock Stadium
Home teams
- 1987-presentMiami DolphinsNFL
- 1993-2011Florida MarlinsMLB
Big moments
- 2020Super Bowl LIV
- 2022Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
Getting there
Plan your visit
Parking
On-site parking. $30-60.
Transit
Limited transit. Drive or rideshare.
Game Day in the app
Live crowd-updated map with parking prices, gates, bars and restrooms, plus bag policy and tailgate planning.
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