Safeco Field

Seattle, Washington

Sea-Tac International Airport (SEA)

13.5 miles/20 minute drive to Safeco Field

 

 

Hotels

Unlimited budget

The Fairmont Olympic Hotel

Silver Cloud Inn (across the street from Safeco) 

Seattle Marriott

Moderate budget

Best Western Pioneer Square Hotel

Sheraton Seattle Hotel

Chaser budget traveler- Unfortunately, you will need to leave downtown Seattle to find quality lodging under $100 per night. Ballpark Chasers does not currently recommend any downtown hotels/motels in the chaser budget category.

 

 

Parking

Street, metered, paid lots and garage parking are available. Depending on the day of week and the Mariners record, parking can range from $5 to $40.

Ballpark Chasers Tip: Find the intersection between 1^st Ave. S. and Holgate Street. Behind the Paper Zone store is an alley that has a long strip of free parking. Come early as these fill up quickly!

 

 

Dining

Located across the street from Safeco Field, the Pyramid Alehouse is the place to be before a Mariners game. Whether you want to stay for a sit down meal inside their fabulous brew house or just grab a drink in the beer garden, the Pyramid is a Ballpark Chaser favorite! Don't leave without trying the Pyramid burger and Haywire Hefeweizen. For those staying in the nearby Silver Cloud Hotel, check out their restaurant, Jimmy's on First (across the street from the Left Field gate). If you are looking for a quicker option, find the alley between Occidental and Royal Brougham Way. Dozens of vendors are found selling everything from polish sausage to kettle corn!

 

 

Once inside the park, the food selection gets even better! Safeco Field is a Ballpark Chaser favorite when it comes to concessions. Make sure to get the Ballpark Chasers meal: Kidd Valley burger, world famous garlic fries, and a Red Hook beer (or a milk shake for those young chasers).  It’s a must to wash down those calories with a ShishkaBerry fruit on a stick. Other great options are Garlic Jim’s pizza, Ivar Dog, Sushi and Sake Ichirolls or Thai Ginger. If you prefer a sit-down option, check out Safeco Field's best kept secret, the Bullpen Pub. Enjoy tradition sports bar cuisine while viewing the bullpen and watching the manually operated scoreboard in action. Just make sure to come early as seats with a view go fast!

 

 

Tickets

Same day tickets at the box office are not a problem when attending sporting events in the state of Washington. The only time to plan ahead for tickets is when the Red Sox and Yankees are in town. Keep in mind you can always count on scalpers to be available on all sides of the stadium.

Ballpark Chasers tip: Don't fall for a scalper's first offer. Always walk away and you can save yourself another $5 per ticket. If they ask you to make an offer, always start $10 under face value!

 

 

Weather

It is hit or miss in Seattle, Washington. However, Safeco Field has a retractable roof so there are no rainouts to spoil your trip! The best months to travel to Seattle are July, August and September. Bring a light rain jacket and enjoy a nice cup of coffee to go along with the summer drizzle.

 

 

Local Attractions

Pike Place Market is a short cab ride away from Safeco Field. This is a great place to come for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Fun local vendors, great people watching and of course the famous flying fishes make for an entertaining stop before the game!

 

Just 2.5 miles from Safeco Field, the Space Needle is a token Seattle landmark to visit year round. Adults can expect to pay $16 ($8 for children under 14) for a ride up to the viewing deck. We recommend staying for a meal to enjoy more of the Seattle skyline. The SkyCity restaurant serves lunch and dinner throughout the week and brunch and dinner on the weekends. Lunch plates start at $25 and dinner plates start at $34.  A short walk from the Space Needle is one of the country's most unique looking buildings. The Experience Music Project (EMP) is a must-see for anyone who has an appreciation for music. The EMP is an interactive museum that does a fabulous job representing all types of music, including the rich history of Seattle's music scene.

Our final recommendation is Bill Speidel's Underground Tour. Located about 1 mile from Safeco Field, this guided tour of Seattle's underground is one of the most unique tours in North America. Make sure to bring cash for your ticket as well as a few extra dollars to tip your guide, as they make the tour lighthearted and very entertaining.

Ballpark Chasers Trip Suggestion

Unfortunately, Safeco Field is the lone Major League Baseball stadium in the Northwest. Therefore, make this trip a quick 3-day weekend getaway and see a couple of Mariner games. If you go with a rental car, the Tacoma Rainers and Everett Aquasox are a short drive away for some good Minor League baseball. The Rainers are the Mariners Triple-A affiliate, while the Aquasox are their Class-A affiliate.