Petco Park
San Diego · Home of ⚾ San Diego Padres
⚡ Quick answers
- Who plays at Petco Park?
- Petco Park in San Diego is home to the San Diego Padres (MLB).
- What is the closest airport to Petco Park?
- San Diego (SAN) is the closest major airport, about 4 miles (6 km) from Petco Park — roughly 10 min by car depending on traffic.
- How much is parking at Petco Park?
- Game-day parking starts around $15 USD. A handful of free on-street spots exist in East Village near the Western Metal Supply Co. building on Tony Gwynn Drive, but they disappear quickly as downtown workers lea…
- How much is a beer at Petco Park?
- A standard beer is about $14.99 USD at regular stands, 2026. A regular hot dog is about $8.49 USD. Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
- How do you get to Petco Park without a car?
- Best route: San Diego MTS Trolley — the UC San Diego Blue, Orange, and Green Lines all serve stations within steps of the stadium gates (Gaslamp Quarter Station and Park & Market are the closest).
- Where are the best seats at Petco Park?
- Lower level between the bases; the Western Metal Supply building built into left field and the Park at the Park lawn are signatures. Upper deck cheap with bay glimpses. Sit lower or picnic on the lawn.
- What is the bag policy at Petco Park?
- Clear single-compartment bags up to 12×6×12 in., or a clutch up to 5×7 in. Food for yourself in soft, bag-policy-sized containers (whole fruit sliced). One sealed plain water up to 1 liter, or an empty reusable non-glass bottle up to 1 liter; small juice or milk cartons OK.
- Is Petco Park wheelchair accessible?
- Wheelchair, semi-ambulatory and transfer seats are available; ask for ADA power-station seats when buying at 619-795-5555. Accessible parking is at the 6th & K Parkade ($15, first-come), and a free ADA shuttle runs from Padres lots and garages (text your location to 69050). Elevators are throughout, with priority access and wheelchair lifts. Any staff member can arrange a free wheelchair escort between the gate and your seat.
✈️🚗 Getting to Petco Park
Nearest major airport: San Diego (SAN) — about 4 mi / 10 min away.
🏟️ Fan guide
Best seats
Lower level between the bases; the Western Metal Supply building built into left field and the Park at the Park lawn are signatures. Upper deck cheap with bay glimpses. Sit lower or picnic on the lawn.
Parking
East Village/downtown garages and lots around the park; walkable. The Trolley is at the door. ($15–35 USD)
Getting there
San Diego Trolley to Gaslamp/12th & Imperial + short walk; or downtown garages. Very walkable.
Bar scene
The Gaslamp Quarter — San Diego's dense bar/restaurant district — is right by the park; East Village breweries too. One of the best ballpark bar scenes.
Pre-game bars
- Gaslamp Quarter — SD's bar district right by the park.
- East Village breweries — Craft beer steps away.
Concession prices (USD, approx)
- Standard beer, 2026$14.99
- Hot dog$8.49
- Fish tacos$14
- Carne asada fries$13
Prices vary by stand and size and may change.
Insider tips
- Trolley to the park
- Gaslamp Quarter pre/post-game
♿ Accessibility at Petco Park
Wheelchair, semi-ambulatory and transfer seats are available; ask for ADA power-station seats when buying at 619-795-5555. Accessible parking is at the 6th & K Parkade ($15, first-come), and a free ADA shuttle runs from Padres lots and garages (text your location to 69050). Elevators are throughout, with priority access and wheelchair lifts. Any staff member can arrange a free wheelchair escort between the gate and your seat.
- Sensory-friendly
- KultureCity partner: sensory bags at Guest Services (108, 131, 303, Gallagher Square), a soundproof Sensory Activation Vehicle in Park Blvd Plaza, and an online Sensory Map and Social Story.
- Hearing
- Free assistive listening devices at Guest Services, Section 108 (ID held). PA captions in the MLB Ballpark app.
- ASL interpreters
- Email comments@padres.com at least 10 business days ahead.
- Service animals
- Trained service dogs or miniature horses; no emotional support animals. No relief area listed.
🎒 Can I bring it? Bag & food policy
- Bags (clear-bag policy)
- Clear single-compartment bags up to 12×6×12 in., or a clutch up to 5×7 in.
- Bag check
- Lock & Go lockers, $14 flat, at four spots around the ballpark.
- Outside food
- Food for yourself in soft, bag-policy-sized containers (whole fruit sliced).
- Water bottles
- One sealed plain water up to 1 liter, or an empty reusable non-glass bottle up to 1 liter; small juice or milk cartons OK.
- Re-entry
- Re-entry allowed: scan out and back in (not until giveaways end or the 3rd inning on giveaway days).
Not allowed & exceptions
- Infant and medical bags allowed
- Hard-sided coolers
- Lawn chairs
- Bubble makers
- Pull wagons (push wagons OK)
From the venue's official guest guide, checked 2026-10. Rules can change by event. Official policy ↗
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