A Guide to the Philadelphia Sports Complex and Stadium Tours

A Guide to the Philadelphia Sports Complex and Stadium Tours

Philadelphia has a legendary reputation for its high-stakes sports teams and fiercely passionate fan bases—and as a visitor, you can soak it all in.

Simply put, Philadelphia’s sports scene is a “can’t miss” travel experience. Whether you’re looking to catch a live game inside the electric South Philadelphia Sports Complex or head down to Subaru Park on the Chester waterfront, here is everything you need to know about attending a game, securing tickets, or touring a stadium while in Philadelphia.

How many sports teams does Philadelphia have?

Philadelphia’s professional sports landscape is unmatched, with multiple world-class franchises calling the city home. The heart of the action beats at the Philadelphia Sports Complex in South Philadelphia, a unique, single-site destination where four longtime professional teams play within walking distance of one another: the Eagles (NFL), Phillies (MLB), 76ers (NBA), and Flyers (NHL). The city’s Major League Soccer (MLS) team, the Philadelphia Union, plays at Subaru Park, a beautiful soccer-specific stadium located right on the waterfront in nearby Chester, Pennsylvania. Tickets for all games can be purchased directly through each individual professional team’s website.

Philadelphia is also home to professional teams in emerging sports leagues, including the Waterdogs (Premier Lacrosse League) and Phoenix (Ultimate Frisbee Association). These teams play across the city and the surrounding area.

Feel like you’re at the stadium without a ticket

If you can’t secure tickets to the big game but still want to immerse yourself in a stadium-like atmosphere, head to the newly renovated Stateside Live! at the Philadelphia Stadium Complex. This massive venue functions as its own sports zone, boasting giant screens projecting the game, multiple bars and indoor/outdoor restaurants, an arena-like concert stage, and the die-hard fans that Philadelphia is famous for.

Photo courtesy of Stateside Live!

Philadelphia Stadium Tours

Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the action by taking a guided stadium tour of one of the Philadelphia Sports Complex’s iconic sports venues. You can explore restricted areas like the players’ locker rooms, dugout areas, VIP luxury suites, and the press boxes while learning about the rich history, lore, and traditions of the teams.

Lincoln Financial Field

Capacity: 67,594
Home of: Philadelphia Eagles
Regular Season: September through January

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Citizens Bank Park

Capacity: 42,901
Home of: Philadelphia Phillies
Regular Season: March through September

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Xfinity Mobile Arena

Capacity: 21,000 (basketball), 19,600 (hockey)
Home of: Philadelphia 76ers and Philadelphia Flyers
Regular Season: October through April

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How to get to the Philadelphia Sports Complex

Getting down to the Philadelphia Sports Complex in South Philadelphia is simple, whether you prefer driving, utilizing rideshare services, or taking public transit via SEPTA.

By subway: The absolute easiest route is via SEPTA’s Broad Street Line (B) subway. Simply hop on the train at any Broad Street station and ride it south directly to NRG Station, which lets you off right at the sports complex gates.

By bus: You can also utilize SEPTA bus Routes 4 and (select) 17, both of which drop off passengers at the intersection of South Broad and Pattison streets.

By rideshare: For those taking app-based rides through Uber and Lyft, a designated, highly organized pickup and drop-off zone located in Lot T of the complex.

By car: If you choose to drive, the complex features massive, interconnected parking lots surrounding all three major stadiums. Parking rates fluctuate dynamically depending on the specific event.

Pro tip: Be sure to visit SEPTA’s website to review up-to-date transit schedules, maps, and transit fares.

Philadelphia’s historic sporting traditions

Philadelphia isn’t just the home of championship-winning professional sports franchises. The city also proudly hosts massive, world-famous sporting spectacles—including the historic Penn Relays, high-stakes NCAA Championships, and prestigious rowing regattas along the Schuylkill River. The city also features top-level collegiate action from the city’s famous “Big 5” and local schools, including Villanova, Temple, St. Joseph’s, Penn, La Salle, and Drexel universities. Discover premier Philadelphia sporting events to make your visit unforgettable.