Petco Park
San Diego, CA
San Diego International Airport
3.8 miles/15 minute drive to Petco Park
WHERE TO STAY? The following lodging is within 1 mile of Petco Park
Unlimited budget
Omni Hotel (Connected to Petco Park - just take the Sky Bridge)
San Diego Marriott Gaslamp Quarter
Moderate Budget
Comfort Inn Gaslamp Quarter
Ramada Gaslamp/Convention Center
Chaser Budget Traveler
Days Inn Downtown/Convention Center
Best Western Bayside Inn
WHERE TO PARK?
The Padres offer plenty of street, metered, paid lots and garage parking.
Ballpark Chasers Tip: purchase your parking space online to allow more time to enjoy Petco Park.
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PARKING LOTS |
ADDRESS |
DIRECTIONS |
FEES |
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Padres Parkade |
440 11th Ave. |
Enter on 10th Ave. between Island and J St. |
$20 |
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Tailgate Park |
12th Ave & 14th St. |
Enter on 13th Ave and K St. |
$20 |
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8th and Harbor Garage |
801 E. Harbor Dr. |
Enter on 8th Ave. and Harbor Drive |
$10 |
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D1/D2 Lot |
1 Park Blvd. |
Enter on 11th Ave. across from MTS Structure |
$20 |
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Horton Pacific Garage |
1069 1st Ave. |
Enter on 1st Ave. between F and E St. |
$8 |
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11th & C Lot |
1095 10th Ave. |
Enter on 10th Ave. between C St. and Broadway |
$8 |
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WHERE TO EAT?
If you have a rental car, check out Trophy’s Sports Grille about 5 miles north of Petco Park. Trophy’s is a Ballpark Chasers top-rated restaurant. Trophy’s is filled with tons of sports memorabilia and large screen televisions. Make sure to get the Ballpark Chaser Meal: a cup of Trophy’s white chili, sliders and a beverage of your choice. If you need something closer to the stadium, other fun sit-down options include Henry’s Pub, Moose McGillycuddy’s Pub and Café, and the Yard House. If you want a quicker option, try Gaslamp Pizza for awesome pie by the slice.
Once inside Petco Park, head to the Mercado. Located on the main concourse (by section 108), the Mercado is a food lover’s smorgasbord! From seafood, to Mexican food, to barbecue, to Italian food, the Mercado has it all along with gorgeous views of Coronado Island and the San Diego Bay. If you are seeking a full service restaurant, check out the Padres Hall of Fame Bar and Grill located on the 5th floor of the Western Metal Supply Co. Building. Ballpark Chasers suggest eating here before the game as the balcony field-view is reserved for group ticket holders.
WHERE TO BUY TICKETS?
Ballpark Chasers very seldom have difficulty purchasing tickets at the Padres box office before a home game. With that being said, big market teams such as Boston, New York and Chicago will bring out more local fans so we recommend purchasing ahead of time if seeing these teams. Visit BarrysTickets.com for San Diego event tickets on sale now!
One of the most unique seats in all of baseball lies in left field of Petco Park. The 98 year-old Western Metal Supply building offers rooftop seats for only $49 and includes a pre-game buffet and snacks during the 3rd inning.
Ballpark Chasers Tip: check out the Padres 2010 Fan Value Corner for hot ticket deals!
WHEN TO GO?
We cannot say enough about the weather in San Diego and all of California. Enjoy the sun all season long but don’t forget your sunscreen! Ballpark Chasers recommend late May through July, or whenever you’re able to take a break from your day-to-day routine.
WHAT ELSE TO SEE?
Just 2 miles north of Petco Park is an undiscovered gem for the San Diego sports fan or anyone who has an appreciation for sports in general. The Hall of Champions Sports Museum is the nation’s largest multi-sports museum specializing in the rich history of San Diego athletics. From locals such as Ted Williams to Tony Gwynn, the Hall of Champions has plenty for the sports enthusiast!
End the day by heading to the water and spending time at the San Diego Harbor. This is a beautiful area to walk, shop, people watch and enjoy amazing seafood! Also, find a harbor cruise for a better look at the San Diego Bay and a chance to see some dolphins. Speaking of dolphins, if you haven’t had the opportunity to visit a Sea World, now is your chance. Only 15 minutes away from Petco Park, Sea World is a great way to spend time with the family of marine mammals. Day passes currently run $61 so plan on spending an entire day here.
BALLPARK CHASERS VACATION?
The California area is perfect for seeing more than one stadium. Ballpark Chasers recommends combining your trip to Petco Park along with 1 or more of the 5 stadiums below.
1.) Angel Stadium- 94 miles/1.5 hours
2.) Dodger Stadium – 124 miles/2 hours
3.) Chase Field- 355 miles/5.5 hours
4.) Oakland Coliseum- 487 miles/7.5 hours
5.) AT&T Park-503 miles/8 hours
If you want to stay within the San Diego area and see Minor League Baseball, head 1 hour north for Lake Elsinor. The Lake Elsinor Storm is the minor league affiliation (Class A) of the San Diego Padres.
Last updated by Craig (14) Mar 29.
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