Citizens Bank Park

1 CITIZENS BANK WAY, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148

Citizen's Bank Park is home to the Philadelphia Phillies since 2004 (replacing Veterans Stadium). The most recognizable feature is the 50' by 35' neon Liberty Bell that rings after every Phillies home run. And the funnest part about seeing a game at CBP? The Phillie Phanatic!

Citizen's Bank Park in 2016

Citizen's Bank Park in 2016

 

Content

Getting There
Stadium Features
Concessions
The Phillie Phanatic
Walking Distance
Explore Philadelphia
Rankings/Awards
Celebrity Fans
Fansites/Blogs/Podcasts
 


Getting There

The stadium is easily accessible by subway via SEPTA's Broad Street Line getting off at AT&T Station. The station is located right at the sports complex and just a short walk to the stadium.

If you're driving to the game, there is plenty of parking around the stadium. Since the stadium is located in the Sports Complex along with Lincoln Financial Field and the Wells Fargo Center, there is more than enough parking to be found (and you'll most likely find plenty of tailgaters). Keep in mind if there happens to also be a game or concert at one of the other venues you'll see a lot more traffic due to their close proximity, however I've never encountered an issue finding parking even when this was the case. If you plan to tailgate, I recommend parking in the Lincoln Financial Field lot directly across from CBP.

If you're flying into Philadelphia, the stadium is just a short approx. 15 minute drive from the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). You can also access the SEPTA Regional Rail Line directly at the airport allowing you to get to the sports complex via subway by transferring to the Broad Street Line.


Stadium Features

Ashburn Alley
The outfield concourse is known as Ashburn Alley, named for Richie Ashburn who was an outfielder with the Phillies for 12 seasons. Ashburn Alley features a Philadelphia Baseball Wall of Fame with bronze plaques honoring former members of the Phillies organization. There's plenty of food options including Tony Luke's as well as a game section. Ashburn Alley overlooks the bullpens in outfield.

Phanatic Phun Zone
The stadium features a "Phanatic Phun Zone" play area for children 8 years and under, located closest to the first base gate.


Concessions

Philadelphia is known for it's cheesesteaks and Citizen's Bank Park offers several options. Tony Luke's is located in the outfield and Delco's Original Steaks is located near section 135. Other big names located in the park are Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwiches and Rita's Water Ice.

If you've never had them, I highly recommend trying the crab fries from Chickie's & Pete's because they are AMAZING!

Citizen's Bank Park is also extremely vegetarian friendly as far as stadiums go - it was ranked #1 Most Vegetarian Friendly Ballpark by Peta in 2013 and #2 in 2014 (the consistently #1 ranked Veg-Friendly NFL stadium, Lincoln Financial Field, is also right next door)


The Phillie Phanatic

Citizen's Bank Park is also home to the greatest mascot in MLB (and all sports for that matter), the Phillie Phanatic. The Phillie Phanatic debuted on April 25, 1978 and is one of only 3 mascots on display at the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Cooperstown, NY.

The Phanatic was also recently joined by some friends from his homeland - the Galapagos Gang. The Gang is made up of Bessie (a blue-footed boobie), Iggy (an iguana), Sid (a sea lion) and Calvin (a giant tortoise).


Walking Distance

Although the stadium is primarily surrounded by parking lots, there are several food and hangout options within walking distance of the park. McFadden's is located at the stadium and is accessible from both within the park and from the outside. Xfinity Live! is located just across from the park and houses multiple bars. Chickie's & Pete's is also accessible within walking distance from the stadium. 

Lincoln Financial Field, Xfinity Live, and the Wells Fargo Center. Citizen's Bank Park is to the left across from Lincoln Financial Field.

Lincoln Financial Field, Xfinity Live, and the Wells Fargo Center. Citizen's Bank Park is to the left across from Lincoln Financial Field.

View of Xfinity Live from in front of Citizen's Bank Park

View of Xfinity Live from in front of Citizen's Bank Park

View of Lincoln Financial Field from in front of Citizen's Bank Park

View of Lincoln Financial Field from in front of Citizen's Bank Park


Explore

In 2015, artist David McShane completed a Phillies Mural at 24th & Walnut that pays homage to Hall of Fame players and memorable moments in Phillies history.

All things being equal, I’d rather be in Philadelphia
— John McClane, Die Hard

If you have a few days to spend in Philadelphia, there are also a lot of historical places to visit in the city. You can visit Independence Hall, the site of the signing of the Constitution and Declaration of Independence. It is open almost daily and tours are free. After seeing the bell ring after a Phillies home run, you can visit the Liberty Bell Center for the real thing.

If you're in town for a few days and interested in exploring the surrounding area even further, there are plenty of other places to check out! The Adventure Aquarium is just about a 15 minute drive away in Camden, NJ. The Philadelphia Zoo is about a 20 minute drive north.

 


Rankings/ Awards

vs. Other Stadiums
#14 USA Today (2016)
#13 Thrillist (2015)
#15 CSN 
#16 AOL


Celebrity Fans

Celebrities known to be fans of the team...


Fan Sites/ Blogs/ Podcasts