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Fenway Park - home of Boston Red Sox in Boston, MA
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Fenway ParkBoston, Massachusetts

Boston Red Sox

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Capacity
37,755
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Conference
AL East
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Opened
1912
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Surface
Kentucky bluegrass

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📖About Fenway Park

Fenway Park has been the Red Sox home since 1912 and is the oldest active MLB ballpark. Its quirky geometry, tight neighborhood setting, and iconic 37-foot Green Monster in left field make it a hallowed pilgrimage site for baseball fans.

🏛️History

Origins

Built to replace the Huntington Avenue Grounds and anchor the Red Sox in Boston's Fenway neighborhood. It opened just five days after the sinking of the Titanic.

Major Renovations

2003Added the "Monster Seats" atop the Green Monster, now one of the most famous seats in sports.
1934Major reconstruction established the park's modern configuration and the Green Monster.
2011Multi-year preservation effort replaced all original lower-level seats and reinforced the structure.

Notable Moments

Jun 9, 1946Ted Williams hits a 502-foot home run, the longest at Fenway, commemorated by the "Red Seat" (Section 42, Row 37, Seat 21).
Oct 30, 2013Red Sox clinch the World Series at Fenway for the first time in 95 years.
Jul 13, 1999Hosted the MLB All-Star Game featuring a historic Ted Williams homecoming.

🎟️Visitor Guide

Best Seats

The "Monster Seats" offer a unique view, but Infield Grandstand seats provide the most classic feel—just watch for obstructed-view poles. Look for the "Red Seat" in the right-field bleachers.

Parking Tips

Parking is notoriously difficult and expensive. Take the MBTA Green Line to Kenmore or Fenway Station. For a scenic walk, park near the Prudential Center and walk through the Back Bay.

Game Day

Join the "Sweet Caroline" sing-along in the middle of the 8th inning. Arrive early for a walk down Lansdowne Street and consider a ballpark tour to see the Green Monster close-up.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

Cask ’n Flagon

$$

Iconic Fenway Park pregame bar with Red Sox history on every wall.

📍 0.1 miles62 Brookline Ave

💡 Get there early for a window seat facing the ballpark.

Bleacher Bar

$$

Unique bar built into the Green Monster with a view into the outfield.

📍 0.1 miles82 Lansdowne St

💡 Reservations are key—walk-ins are tough on game days.

The Lansdowne Pub

$$

Irish pub with live music and a loyal Fenway crowd.

📍 0.1 miles9 Lansdowne St

💡 Great late-night stop after the game for live bands.

🍽️Restaurants

Tasty Burger

$

Fast-casual Fenway favorite known for burgers and milkshakes.

📍 0.2 miles1301 Boylston St

💡 Order online to skip the long pregame line.

Sweet Cheeks Q

$$

Southern BBQ spot with creative sauces and house-made biscuits.

📍 0.3 miles1381 Boylston St

💡 Grab a biscuit before the game—fans rave about them.

Time Out Market Boston

$$

Curated food hall with local chefs and quick pregame bites.

📍 0.5 miles401 Park Dr

💡 Perfect for groups—everyone can pick their own favorite spot.

🏨Hotels

The Verb Hotel

$$$

Retro-chic hotel directly across from Fenway with a lively pool deck.

📍 0.2 miles1271 Boylston St

💡 Book early for weekend series—rooms are limited.

Hotel Commonwealth

$$$$

Upscale hotel on Kenmore Square with Fenway-facing rooms.

📍 0.3 miles500 Commonwealth Ave

💡 Ask for a room with a Fenway view for a unique stay.

🎭Attractions

Fenway Park Tours

$$

Guided tours that bring you onto the Green Monster and through the press box.

📍 0.1 miles4 Jersey St

💡 Book a morning tour to avoid game-day crowds.

Museum of Fine Arts

$$

Major Boston museum with an impressive collection of American and European art.

📍 1 mile465 Huntington Ave

💡 Plan a visit earlier in the day to allow time for the walk to Fenway.

🅿️Parking Options

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Lansdowne Garage

$40-60
Garage📍 0.2 miles

💡 Arrive early—spaces disappear quickly on game days.

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Prudential Center Garage

$30-50
Garage📍 0.8 miles

💡 Pair with a walk through the Back Bay neighborhood.

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375 Longwood Garage

$20-35
Garage📍 0.9 miles

💡 Good option if you want a faster postgame exit to Route 9.

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References

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