Roadtrips and baseball are two of the most classic American summer activities. America is probably the birthplace of the road trip and baseball is also dubbed “America’s pastime” – so why not combine the two?
While it is every baseball fan’s dream to make it to all the stadiums and every traveling enthusiast’s dream to make it to all 50 states, here are some of the best parks to visit if you don’t have time to make it to all of them.
PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
PNC Park has been rated as the nicest ballpark in baseball according to many magazines. Situated on the North Side of Pittsburgh along the shore of the Allegheny River, there is a great view of downtown in the distance to go along with the beautiful modern stadium that was built in 2001.
For a short run from 2013-15, the Pirates have been consistently one of the worst teams in baseball since 1992, so tickets are easy to get and many times you can have a whole section to yourself!
Fenway Park, Boston, MA
Fenway is quite simply the most iconic stadium. Built in 1912, it is the oldest park in baseball and will take you back in time with the old-style feel.
Ever since the Red Sox erased their 86 year World Series drought in 2004, they have been one of the most exciting teams to watch. Tickets are harder to get here especially when they are in the playoff hunt so make sure to buy in advance.
Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
Wrigley Field on the North Side of Chicago had the bad luck of being built in 1914, 2 years after Fenway. It will also take you back in time, and the ivy on the outfield wall has become a staple of Cubs baseball. It used to be known as “America’s biggest bar,” a testament to the reason why people used to come to the stadium.
This was broken in 2016 when the North Siders managed to end their 107 year World Series drought and break the curse. Make sure to bring warm clothes in the spring or fall as the Windy City can get chilly at night!
Dodger Stadium, LA, CA
Built in 1962 only a few years after the beloved Brooklyn Dodgers took their team out west to LA, it is the 3rd oldest ballpark. When it was built, it was the most modern and expensive stadium which helped ease the heartbreak of the Dodger fans who felt betrayed back in Brooklyn. With vast open space as a view right outside of the city, you can imagine the legendary Sandy Koufax pitching here in the ’60s.
Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY
Although it is not the original Yankee Stadium dubbed “The House That Ruth Built,” the current one was rebuilt in 2009 to replicate it.
The concrete stadium gives it a good New York feel and it is right in the Bronx so any visit to New York City will make this park easily accessible.
By far the most successful and famous team in baseball history, the Yankees have won 27 World Series championships and are always an exciting team to watch.
