Fan Stay
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Los Angeles Downtown
Little Tokyo hotel a short walk from Union Station, where fans catch the free Dodger Stadium Express shuttle.
MLB Ballpark
Dodger Stadium
Los Angeles Dodgers · Los Angeles
Dodger Stadium is the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and the largest MLB ballpark by seating capacity. Opened in 1962 and set in Chavez Ravine above downtown Los Angeles, it is the third-oldest ballpark still in Major League Baseball.
Address: 1000 Vin Scully Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012
History
Dodger Stadium was built in the Chavez Ravine area after the Dodgers relocated from Brooklyn. Land acquisition was deeply controversial, as longtime, largely Mexican American residents were displaced in the years now remembered as the Battle of Chavez Ravine. Ground was broken in 1959, and the stadium was completed in under three years at a cost of about $23 million, financed privately by owner Walter O'Malley. It opened in 1962 with a clean, mid-century modern design featuring terraced parking carved into the hillside and wavy-roofed outfield pavilions. The park has been continuously updated, including a major renovation in the 2012-2013 offseason and an outfield plaza overhaul before the 2020 season.
The Ballpark Experience
Dodger Stadium pairs its scale with one of the most striking backdrops in baseball: palm trees, the green hills of Elysian Park and the San Gabriel Mountains rising beyond the outfield, with downtown LA visible to the south. The tiered seating bowl keeps the venue feeling open under near-constant California sun and clear evening skies. Renovated outfield plazas behind the pavilions offer gathering spaces and kids' areas. The atmosphere blends a famously laid-back, sun-soaked vibe with the intensity of a perennial contender. The stadium is cashless.
Food & Drink
The signature item is the Dodger Dog, a long hot dog that is a Los Angeles institution. The ballpark also offers strong Mexican options such as carne asada fries and nachos at LA Taqueria stands, plus barbecue. The Coca-Cola Right Field Pavilion includes an all-you-can-eat seating area.
Visiting Tips
Sit on the third-base side for earlier shade as the sun sets. To beat notorious traffic, take the free Dodger Stadium Express bus from Union Station, or buy parking online in advance. Gates typically open about two hours before first pitch, so arrive early to explore the outfield plazas. Bring a card or phone, as the stadium is fully cashless.
Famous Moments
- 1965 — Sandy Koufax pitched a perfect game against the Chicago Cubs.
- 1988 — An injured Kirk Gibson hit a walk-off home run in Game 1 of the World Series.
- 2025 — The Dodgers won the World Series, defeating the Toronto Blue Jays 6-5 in 18 innings in a Game 3 marathon.
Where Fans Stay, Eat & Drink near Dodger Stadium
Hotels, bars and restaurants near Dodger Stadium — every pick web-researched and source-cited.
Where to Stay
Fan Stay
Hilton Checkers Los Angeles
Boutique-style downtown LA hotel in the Financial District, a short ride from the Dodger Stadium Express.
Fan Stay
Royal Pagoda Motel
Budget-friendly motel in Chinatown, one of the closest lodging options to Dodger Stadium.
Bars & Pubs
El Compadre
Echo Park Mexican restaurant and bar with TVs and flaming margaritas, popular before a Dodgers game.
Highland Park Brewery
Spacious Chinatown brewery and taproom with a dog-friendly patio across from a state historic park.
Restaurants
Fan Eats
LaSorted's Pizza
Chinatown pizzeria serving New York-style slices and pies, an easy stop before heading up to Dodger Stadium.
Fan Eats
Ototo
Echo Park sake bar and Japanese restaurant near the Vin Scully Avenue stadium entrance.
Fan Eats
Philippe The Original
Historic eatery near Union Station, famous as the home of the French dip sandwich.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962. Dodger Stadium is the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and the largest MLB ballpark by seating capacity. Opened in 1962 and set in Chavez Ravine above downtown Los Angeles, it is the third-oldest ballpark still in Major League Baseball.
Los Angeles Dodgers play their home games at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles.
The signature item is the Dodger Dog, a long hot dog that is a Los Angeles institution. The ballpark also offers strong Mexican options such as carne asada fries and nachos at LA Taqueria stands, plus barbecue. The Coca-Cola Right Field Pavilion includes an all-you-can-eat seating area.
Sit on the third-base side for earlier shade as the sun sets. To beat notorious traffic, take the free Dodger Stadium Express bus from Union Station, or buy parking online in advance. Gates typically open about two hours before first pitch, so arrive early to explore the outfield plazas. Bring a card or phone, as the stadium is fully cashless.
Sources
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