Nationals Park - home of Washington Nationals in Washington, DC

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Nationals ParkWashington, District of Columbia

Washington Nationals

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Capacity

41,339

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Opened

2008

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Surface

Kentucky bluegrass

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📖About Nationals Park

Nationals Park is the first major professional sports stadium in the U.S. to be LEED Silver certified. It anchors the vibrant Navy Yard neighborhood and offers social gathering spots like "The Bullpen."

🏛️Nationals Park History

Origins

Built to give the newly relocated Montreal Expos/Washington Nationals a permanent, high-end home in the nation's capital.

Major Renovations

2024Added the "BetMGM Sportsbook" as the first retail sportsbook inside an MLB stadium.

Notable Moments

Oct 30, 2019Nats Park hosts games during the team's historic first World Series win.

June 8, 2010Stephen Strasburg strikes out 14 batters in his legendary MLB debut.

🎟️Visiting Nationals Park

Best Seats

The "PNC Diamond Club" offers elite views and dining. For value, the "Scoreboard Pavilion" seats provide an excellent view of both the field and the Navy Yard development.

Parking Tips

Take the Metro (Green Line to Navy Yard-Ballpark). If driving, book nearby garages early, as Navy Yard parking is extremely limited.

Game Day

Watch the "Presidents Race" in the middle of the 4th inning (look for Teddy!). Visit the Nationals Ring of Honor and enjoy a Ben's Chili Bowl Half-Smoke.

🗺️Local Recommendations

🍺Bars & Drinks

The Salt Line

$$$

Seafood-focused restaurant with patio facing the Anacostia River, popular with fans.

📍 0.3 miles79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC

💡 Try the oysters; former Nationals player Ryan Zimmerman is an investor.

Bluejacket

$$

Urban brewery with 20 rotating taps and outdoor patio.

📍 0.4 miles300 Tingey St SE, Washington, DC

💡 Beers brewed on-site; great pre-game spot.

Dacha Beer Garden

$$

Sprawling outdoor beer garden across from Nationals Park with vintage Airstream bar.

📍 0.2 miles79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC

💡 Accommodates 700 people; arrive early on game days.

🍽️Restaurants

Duke's Grocery Navy Yard

$$

British-style gastropub one block from the park, known for wagyu beef burger.

📍 0.2 miles1000 New Jersey Ave SE, Washington, DC

💡 Most extensive bar of all Duke's locations.

All-Purpose Pizzeria

$$

Deck-oven pizzas and Italian-American dishes with rooftop overlooking the river.

📍 0.3 miles79 Potomac Ave SE, Washington, DC

💡 Rooftop deck offers great pre-game atmosphere.

Mission Navy Yard

$$

Mexican sports bar with 150-foot bar spread over two levels.

📍 0.3 miles1221 Van St SE, Washington, DC

💡 Late-night happy hour after games.

🏨Hotels

Thompson Washington DC

$$$

Modern hotel in Navy Yard near the ballpark.

📍 0.4 miles221 Tingey St SE, Washington, DC

💡 Walk to the game in 5 minutes.

🎭Attractions

The Yards Park

Free

Waterfront park with boardwalk, fountains, and river views.

📍 0.3 miles355 Water St SE, Washington, DC

💡 Great for pre-game strolls along the Anacostia River.

🅿️Parking Options

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Nationals Park Parking Garage

$30

Garage📍 0.2 miles

💡 Pre-purchase online; limited availability.

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Navy Yard Garages

$25

Garage📍 0.4 miles

💡 Book early; Navy Yard parking is extremely limited.

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Metro Green Line

$2

Shuttle📍 0.1 miles

💡 Navy Yard-Ballpark station is right at the stadium.

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