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Levi's Stadium

Santa Clara · Home of 🏈 San Francisco 49ers

⚡ Quick answers

Who plays at Levi's Stadium?
Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara is home to the San Francisco 49ers (NFL).
What is the closest airport to Levi's Stadium?
San Jose (SJC) is the closest major airport, about 5 miles (8 km) from Levi's Stadium — roughly 10 min by car depending on traffic.
How much is parking at Levi's Stadium?
Game-day parking starts around $70 USD. VTA light rail's Green Line stops at Great America Station, about a 10-minute walk from the stadium.
How much is a beer at Levi's Stadium?
A standard beer (16 oz) is about $14.00 USD at regular stands, 2025. A regular hot dog is about $6.50 USD (estimate). Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
How do you get to Levi's Stadium without a car?
VTA light rail (Orange Line) drops off/picks up at Great America Station on the north side of the stadium.
Where are the best seats at Levi's Stadium?
Lower sidelines (100s) — the east side bakes in afternoon sun (get the west/shaded side for day games). Upper 400s cheap. Sit shaded and lower. Open bowl in South Bay heat.
What is the bag policy at Levi's Stadium?
Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (or a one-gallon zip bag), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch. Food is allowed in clear wrapping or bags (fruit must be cut up). Factory-sealed plastic water bottles and clear reusable bottles under 24 oz are allowed; no cans, glass or thermoses.
Is Levi's Stadium wheelchair accessible?
Buy accessible and companion seats on Ticketmaster or through the Visa Box Office (415-464-9377 ext. 4). For 49ers games there are no same-day accessible exchanges—email ADAexchange@levisstadium.com from noon PT the Tuesday before. Accessible parking is only in Red Lot 1 with a prepaid or game-day pass and a displayed placard; elevators are at Gates A, C and F. Mobility Services (408-579-4610) gives wheelchair help at every gate and post-game pick-up from your seat, but wheelchairs can't be borrowed, so bring your own.
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✈️🚗 Getting to Levi's Stadium

Nearest major airport: San Jose (SJC) — about 5 mi / 10 min away.

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🏟️ Fan guide

Best seats

Lower sidelines (100s) — the east side bakes in afternoon sun (get the west/shaded side for day games). Upper 400s cheap. Sit shaded and lower. Open bowl in South Bay heat.

Parking

Big lots around the stadium in Santa Clara; tailgating happens. VTA light rail serves it. It's ~45 min south of SF. ($40–60 USD)

Getting there

VTA light rail to the Great America station, right by the stadium; or drive (it's in Santa Clara, not SF).

Bar scene

Suburban Santa Clara — the lots (tailgate) + a few nearby spots (Santana Row is a short drive); not a walkable district.

Pre-game bars

  • Lot tailgates — 49ers pre-game.
  • Santana Row (San Jose) — Upscale bars/restaurants, short drive.

Concession prices (USD, approx)

  • Standard beer (16 oz), 2025$14.00
  • Hot dog (estimate)$6.50
  • Garlic fries$12
  • Sourdough bowl$13

Prices vary by stand and size and may change.

Insider tips

  • Sit on the shaded (west) side for day games
  • It's in Santa Clara — not SF

♿ Accessibility at Levi's Stadium

Buy accessible and companion seats on Ticketmaster or through the Visa Box Office (415-464-9377 ext. 4). For 49ers games there are no same-day accessible exchanges—email ADAexchange@levisstadium.com from noon PT the Tuesday before. Accessible parking is only in Red Lot 1 with a prepaid or game-day pass and a displayed placard; elevators are at Gates A, C and F. Mobility Services (408-579-4610) gives wheelchair help at every gate and post-game pick-up from your seat, but wheelchairs can't be borrowed, so bring your own.

Sensory-friendly
Sutter Health Sensory Room in the South Atrium. No sensory bags mentioned.
Hearing
Closed captions on your phone or a stadium device at captioncast.eegicap.com (Event ID 'levis'). Assistive listening devices aren't mentioned.
ASL interpreters
For concerts, email the Visa Box Office (go49ers@49ers.com) at least one month ahead.
Service animals
Service dogs and miniature horses (including in training) allowed, leashed; no emotional support animals. Relief areas near Gates A, B and C by the bridges.

🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy

Bags (clear-bag policy)
Clear bags up to 12×6×12 in. (or a one-gallon zip bag), plus a 4.5×6.5 in. clutch.
Bag check
Bag check by The Mobile Locker Co., $20 per bag; strollers checked at Guest Services.
Outside food
Food is allowed in clear wrapping or bags (fruit must be cut up).
Water bottles
Factory-sealed plastic water bottles and clear reusable bottles under 24 oz are allowed; no cans, glass or thermoses.
Refill stations
Six refill stations near Sections 101, 110, 120, 125, 127 and 322.
Re-entry
No re-entry.

Not allowed & exceptions

  • Laptops and laptop bags
  • Coolers, including soft-sided
  • No signs or banners at NFL games
  • Cameras with lenses over 3 in.; selfie sticks
  • Noisemakers and light-up items

From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗

🧳 Visiting Levi's Stadium as an away fan

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