The Best Seats for the New York Mets at Citi Field

The New York Mets are one of the most famous teams in Major League Baseball. Whether you’ve been a Mets fan for years or want to soak up the atmosphere on a vacation to New York City, a visit to Citi Field is an unbelievable experience. 

This is one of the MLB’s best-known venues with all the comfort and facilities baseball fans expect at a modern ballpark. 

Whether you’re looking for budget-friendly baseball tickets or a luxury VIP experience, our guide will help you pick the best New York Mets tickets. 

A Primer On Citi Field

Citi Field is the home of Major League Baseball’s New York Mets. It’s located in Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, in the borough of Queens and opened in 2009. Citi Field was built to replace Shea Stadium, which had been the home of the Mets since 1964. With a capacity of just under 42,000, the new ballpark seats 15,000 fewer fans than the stadium it replaced. 

Several features and traditions from Shea Stadium have been carried over into Citi Field, including the Home Run Apple, which lights up when a Mets player hits a home run. The current Apple was built specially for Citi Field and is four times bigger than the original Apple, which now stands outside the Jackie Robinson Rotunda at the entrance to the stadium grounds. 

If you park in Parking Lot D, you can see cement and brass markers showing the former locations of the pitcher’s mound, home plate, and bases of Shea Stadium’s playing field.

Citi Field: The Basics

Citi Field Stadium has a 41,800-seat capacity, including 800 accessible seats. It also features 54 luxury suites and several premium clubs. 

The stadium’s seating areas are organized across six levels, with sections numbered in the 00s, 100s, 200s, 300s, 400s, and 500s. The higher numbers indicate that the section is positioned higher in the stadium. Within each tier, the lower section numbers are in right field, and the number increases as you move counterclockwise around to left field. 

All sections are made up of rows, with the lowest seat number in any row closest to the home plate.

Standard Seating at Citi Field

The Citi Field seating chart has a range of standard seating options with NY Mets ticket prices to suit every budget. 

Here are some of the most popular standard seating areas at Citi Field: 

Field Level

Seats in the 100-level section are at Field level. If you want to get close to the dugouts, the Mets players sit in front of sections 112-114, and the visiting team sits in front of Sections 121-123

Prices for standard seating in this area start from $50.

Citi Field Big Apple Reserved

The Big Apple Reserved is a Field Level group seating area on the right field side of the Home Run Apple. The area is available to hire for parties of 100+ guests from as little as $48 per person.

• Accessible seating
• Access to the Mets FanFest area
• Picnic-style dining in the Bullpen Plaza
• Optional catering services

Citi Field Citi Pavilion

Another popular group seating area at Citi Field is the Citi Pavilion at Shea Bridge. This area is located on the Field Level just beyond the outfield wall in right center field. 

This area offers semi-circle table seating for parties of 16 to 72 people, access to the Mets FanFest area, and specialty concessions.

Citi Field Coca-Cola Corner

The Coca-Cola Corner is located in right field sections 301-305, which have up to 16 rows of seating. Behind them, you’ll find an area of open space and a field turf area with cornhole games. This gives the Coca-Cola Corner a fun ‘backyard’ feel, making it great for socializing with friends. 

This seating is very exposed to the sun and rain, but ticket holders can access the Piazza 31 and Jim Beam clubs. If you want a chance to catch a home run ball, this area is an excellent place to sit. 

Ticket prices in the Coca-Cola Corner start from $46.

Citi Field The Porch

Sections 334-339 are known as ‘The Porch presented by Hijole!’ but you might have previously known it as the Thomas Tew, Budweiser Landing, or Left Field Landing.

If you’re looking for seats in the shade, the last few rows in this area are shaded by the overhang from the Promenade Deck. Some tickets from these sections include access to the Piazza 31, Jim Beam, and Metropolitan Grille clubs.

Tickets in The Porch start from $48.

Citi Field Promenade Level

The Promenade Level at Citi Field covers all 400 and 500 sections in the stadium’s top two upper deck tiers. This part of the stadium offers little protection from the sun or rain. 

Lower level Promenade sections on the 400 level have no more than 8 rows per section. If you can get front-row seats in the Promenade Baseline and Promenade Box seats, you will be closer to the field. 

Front row Promenade Gold seats behind home plate in sections 411-418 offer a great view of the action, but they are also some of the most expensive seats on this level. 

Many Promenade level seats have access to the Jim Beam Highball club lounge behind sections 411-418, which offers high-top table seating, two full-service bars, and a range of food options.

Lower level Promenade seating starts from as little as $24.

Upper Promenade Seating

Upper Promenade Seating is located in the stadium’s highest seating deck (500 level). However, that means that these seating areas come with an affordable price tag, which is great if you’re working with a small budget. 

Promenade Infield seats in sections 510-518 will offer the best views at this level. Coverage is limited in Upper Promenade seats, so avoid the first base side if you want to keep out of the sun. You’ll also find some great food and drink options behind home plate on this level. 

Prices in the Upper Promenade start from just $21, making it the best value seating in Citi Field.

Most seats will give you a good view of the baseball game. However, some sections on the Promenade level have glass partitions that block your view if you’re sitting in the wrong spot. You have a better chance of avoiding the problem if you pick a seat in Row 4 or higher or a high-numbered seat in a low row. 

Accessible Seating

Citi Field has over 800 accessible seats in locations throughout the stadium. Up to three adjacent companion seats can be purchased for each accessible seat, and will be located as close as possible to the accessible seat. 

There are also seating locations throughout the ballpark with movable armrest seating, which are great for guests who need a little more room. 

Citi Field’s seven escalator banks run until the end of the seventh inning. Visitors unable to use stairs may use the eleven guest elevators or the left field ramp to leave the ballpark.

Standing Room Only Tickets at Citi Field

Standing-room-only tickets are the cheapest way to watch the Mets play, but they are only available for a few games each season. Standing-room spaces are at the back of sections on most levels, and you can’t reserve a place to stand. 

Standing at the back of 100-level sections down each foul line will get you closer to the action, but standing in the walkway between the 400 and 500 levels in left field will give you a clearer view of the game. 

Which Are The Best Value Seats At Citi Field?

If you want to buy tickets to see the Mets at Citi Field without breaking the bank, you can find some excellent seating options at inexpensive prices. Here are some great value seats that still give you a great view and all the exciting atmosphere of the ballgame.

Field Level sections 112-114 are directly behind the Mets dugout. If you choose seats in the rows further back, you can get tickets for a little over $100. Sections 122-124 cost the same but are located over on the third base side, which gets more shade.

If you’re looking for the most affordable Citi Field tickets, you can get a great view from upper deck sections 413-418, and tickets are often available for around $50. 

The cheapest standard seating is on Promenade Level 500. These top seats give you a bird’ s-eye view for around $20. 

Best Premium And VIP Seats For A New York Mets Game

Whether you’re looking for premium seating or club membership, Citi Field has a wide selection of VIP seats that provide premium amenities, comfortable seating, and an excellent view of the baseball game. 

Citi Field Baseline Club

Citi Field Baseline club sections are located near the foul poles on the Field Level.

Baseline Gold and Silver seats are located in sections 107, 108, 127, and 128. They don’t have the best view of the game, but choosing tickets in the first few rows of sections 107 and 128 will offer a better view. 

Baseline Box seats are found in sections 104-106 and 129-132

• Access to the Piazza 31, Jim Beam Highball, and Metropolitan Grille club lounges
• Ticket prices start at $50

Citi Field Excelsior Gold and Silver

Excelsior Gold seats are in the front row of Excelsior Level sections 313-325, and Silver seating is in rows 2-6 of these sections.

Each Excelsior Level section has just six rows of seating, and their location on Citi Field’s second tier gives you an excellent view from an elevated position. Section 319 is ideally located directly behind home plate.

Depending on the ticket plan, most Excelsior tickets give you access to several exclusive club areas.

• Elevated and unobstructed views of the field
• Access to Piazza 31, Jim Beam Highball, and Metropolitan Grille club lounges
• Prices start at $48 for Excelsior Reserved and $122 for Excelsior Gold

The rest of the front row on the 300 level is also designated as ‘Gold’ seating, and will give some club access depending on the ticket plan.

Metropolitan Platinum and Diamond Seating

Metropolitan Club sections are perfect if you’re looking for premium seating close to the team dugouts. 

Sections 112 and 113 are directly behind the Mets dugout on the first base side, and Sections 122 and 123 are located on the third base side, directly behind the visitors. Tickets for row 1 in any of these sections will give you a seat right behind the dugouts.

Metropolitan Platinum and Diamond Seating is found in the front rows of these sections. These are luxury seats including complimentary refreshments and access to the exclusive Clover/Fiserv Club.

• Proximity to team dugouts
• Excellent view of the field
• Luxurious, cushioned seating
• Inclusive food and non-alcoholic beverages at concessions
• Access to a range of stadium clubs
• Private VIP entrance at Hodges Gate
• Preferred parking
• Prices start at $435 for Metropolitan Platinum and $363 for Metropolitan Diamond

Behind these premium seats, you’ll find Metropolitan Gold in rows 3-6, Metropolitan Silver in rows 7-12, and Metropolitan Bronze in rows 13-22. The rows behind are known as Metropolitan Box. 

• Depending on the ticket plan, most Metropolitan ticket holders can enjoy access to the Metropolitan Grille, Piazza 31, and the Jim Beam Highball Club.
• Prices in these areas start from $118. 

Citi Field Promenade Gold

The front row of all 400- and 500-level sections in Citi Field is designated as Promenade Gold seating. These seats enjoy an unobstructed view of the field.

The 400-level sections are some of the smallest at Citi Field, with 5-7 rows of seating. Sitting in the front row of these sections will give a similar experience to Excelsior Gold seating but at a lower cost. The best views are from sections 411-418, located behind home plate.

500-level seats are on the stadium’s upper deck and provide a clear view of the field

Depending on the ticket plan, most Promenade Gold seats provide access to the Metropolitan Grille, Piazza 31, and the Jim Beam Highball Club.

• Clear view of the field
• Access to Metropolitan Grille, Piazza 31, and Jim Beam Highball clubs
• Prices start at $68 for Promenade Gold 400 level and $37 for 500 level

VIP Club Options

Citi Field also has several VIP club seating options that offer ticket holders luxury amenities such as exclusive club spaces, luxurious seating, elevated amenities, and VIP Parking.

Delta Sky360° 

Delta Sky360 seats are in rows 1-8 of lettered sections A-H. This is the most exclusive seating at Citi Field and includes theater-style, padded seats that get you as close as possible to the action.

Ticket holders with Delta Club seats enjoy in-seat food delivery service, all-inclusive food and soft drinks at all Citi Field concession stands, and access through the player tunnel to the exclusive Delta Sky360 club. 

This was renovated for the 2024 season and offers guests a range of complimentary drinks and snacks, including a sushi station and dessert station, along with a full bar and private restrooms. 

• Closest possible view of the game
• Comfortable, theater-style seating and faux leather booths
• In-seat wait service
• Complimentary drinks and snacks in the exclusive Delta Sky360 Club
• Access to the Clover Club, Piazza 31, and Jim Beam Highball Club
• Private restrooms
• VIP parking and entrance to the stadium
• Pricing starts from $533

Cadillac Club at Payson’s

Cadillac Club at Payson’s is a unique club membership experience at Citi Field, located next to the bullpen just a few feet from the field. Members have their own assigned seats for every home game of the season, with luxury armchair seating and personal flat-screen monitors. 

Membership of the Cadillac Club at Payson’s includes VIP reserved parking, complimentary dining from a nightly rotating menu, soft drinks, wines, and beers, and access to a private cocktail bar.  

• Exclusive club environment
• Assigned luxury seating with personal flat-screen monitors
• Complimentary food and beverage options
• Private cocktail bar
• Reserved VIP parking

Empire Club

Elegant decor and great amenities make the Empire Club one of Citi Field’s most exclusive premium areas. Located on the third base side of the stadium’s Empire Suite level, the facilities include theater-style seating, premium dining, and a private bar with complimentary wines and beers. 

• Climate-controlled private club facility
• Theater-style seating
• All-inclusive private dining and beverages, including wine and beer
• Private suite-level restrooms
• VIP entrance and parking passes

Clover Home Plate Club from Fiserv

Clover Home Plate Club seats directly overlook home plate from the Clover/Fiserv Level (Level 2). The seating is located in rows 9 and higher of sections 11-19, giving you some of the best views of the field. 

This premium seating option also includes extra-wide, luxurious seating and access to excellent amenities in the Clover Home Plate Club from Fiserv, which also offers views of the batting cages. If you prefer to stay in your comfortable seat, food and beverage options can be ordered through the in-food wait service.

• Excellent view from tier 2 of the stadium
• Oversized, fully-padded seating
• Private restroom facilities
• In-seat food and drink service
• Access to the exclusive Clover Home Plate Club from Fiserv
• Access to a casual, market-style restaurant, two full-sized bars, and Pat LaFrieda’s Chop House
• Access to premium lounges, including the Delta, Piazza 31, and Jim Beam clubs
• VIP entrance and reserved parking passes 
• Pricing starts from $192

Hyundai Club

Hyundai Club at Citi Field is located behind home plate and elevated slightly above field level. There are two different Hyundai Club areas close to the Mets dugout (sections 115-117) or the visitors’ dugout (sections 118-120), each with its own lounge area.

These premium sections have just eight rows of comfortable, extra-padded seating, so ticket holders can enjoy an excellent view of the game from their position close to the action. VIP amenities include complimentary food and soft drinks, along with two full bars. 

• Extra-comfortable seating
• Access to Hyundai Club facilities
• Complimentary food and soft drinks
• Full bar serving alcohol for purchase
• Private restroom facilities
• VIP parking

Citi Field Suites

Citi Field offers 54 luxury suites positioned between Field Level and Excelsior Level, featuring outdoor seating, private indoor lounges, in-suite catering, and dedicated attendants. Most suites are available for single-game rentals.

• Fiserv Suites (behind home plate) – 22 tickets, 4 VIP parking passes.
• Home Plate Empire Suites (behind home plate, between dugouts) – 21 tickets, 1 VIP parking pass.
• Infield XL Empire Suites (1st & 3rd baselines) – 31 tickets, 1 VIP parking pass.
• Party Suites (1st base side, larger capacity) – 35 tickets, $500 F&B credit, max 45 guests.

Up to 10 additional tickets can be purchased per suite.

Which Is The Best Premium Seating Option At Citi Field?

If you want to get close to the action, the Metropolitan Platinum and Diamond Seating is located right next to the teams’ dugouts. This premium seating also offers a range of luxurious amenities to ensure a memorable fan experience. 

Alternatively, Excelsior Gold seating will give you a fabulous view from an elevated position, especially if you choose section 319, directly behind home plate.

Citi Field’s club memberships provide the ultimate VIP experience, with luxurious seating, delicious refreshments, and elevated amenities. Delta Sky360° Club and Cadillac Club at Payson’s are the most sought-after Citi Field VIP memberships.

Which Seats Are Shaded At Citi Field?

There’s a day game at Citi Field about once a week during the summer months. So, if you’re traveling with kids or just want to avoid the afternoon sun, you can find shaded seats in various locations around the stadium. 

Every section will see some sun during a day game, but you can avoid most of it if you pick the right row. 

The sun sets behind third base at Citi Field, so the third base side is the shaded side. Excelsior seats on the 300 level give you the best protection from the sun. Rows 3 and higher in sections 320-333 will be shaded through the afternoon, and you can even head indoors into the club if rain is forecast. 

Seats on the third base side of levels 100 and 500 are also good choices for avoiding the sun, and rows 10 and higher in each section will get the most shade. 

If you prefer to sit behind the Mets dugout on the first base side, you’ll see a lot more sun during day games. Only the last rows of sections 108-114 or 306-312 will see shade throughout a day game. Other rows might have some shade for a few innings. 

Where Should Visitors Sit At Citi Field?

The visitors’ dugout is just in front of Field Level sections 121-123, a great choice for visiting team supporters.

A ticket in the front rows of sections 125-128 will get you really close to the field, and you’ll even be able to see into the dugout. However, if you’re watching a day game, these seats get a lot of sun, which might be a consideration.

If you’re looking for more affordable tickets, Promenade Level sections 505-508 start from give you a good view into center field and the visiting team dugout. Avoid the front three rows, as railings can spoil your view. 

Transportation And Parking At A New York Mets Home Game

If you’re driving to Citi Field, the stadium can be accessed by exit 13 of the Whitestone Expressway or 9P or 9E of Grand Central Parkway.

Parking at Citi Field 

All parking lots at Citi Field open two and a half hours hours before the scheduled start of play. 

There are seven parking lots A-G on-site at Citi Field. Lot A is for employee parking, Lot B is for season ticket holders, and Lot G is for front office staff and premium suite parking. General Parking is in Lots C-F.

More than 350 accessible parking spaces are available in lots A, B, F, and G. These are available to visitors displaying a valid parking permit for persons with disabilities.

Remote parking is also available in the following locations:

• Southfield/Commuter Parking: Roosevelt Avenue between Shea Road and Seaver Way.
• Stadium View East & West: North of the ballpark, under the Whitestone Parkway overpass
• Marina East – North of the ballpark, near the marina

Marina West and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park parking lots are only open for special events. 

Bus parking is available at the “Pork Chop Hill” lot, located north of Citi Field at the Shea Road intersection. This lot opens three hours before the scheduled start of play.

Payment for parking can be made by cashless methods only (credit/debit cards, team-issued Mets Gift Cards, and mobile payment apps). Cash payment is not available.

Tailgating

Tailgating is not permitted in Lot A, Lot B, or Lot G. It is permitted in other lots, but you may only use one parking space for each vehicle in your party, and all vehicles must be in consecutive spaces.

Alcohol consumption in the parking lot is prohibited, and you may not use open flames of any kind.

Arriving by Public Transportation

Citi Fields is easily accessed by public transportation.

It’s just a short ride on the 7-train to the Mets-Willets Point Station, which is a short walk from the stadium. The #7 subway line runs extra trains back to Manhattan after the game ends. 

Check train times and accessibility info before you travel on the MTA website.

Citi Field is served by bus routes from Queens and Long Island. If you’re arriving at Port Authority Bus Terminal from New Jersey, Connecticut, or Upstate New York, you can transfer to the 7-train at 42nd-Times Square station.

Ridesharing arrangements

Before the game, rideshare drop-offs can be made along Seaver Way or Roosevelt Avenue.

Post-game, you should exit the stadium from the centerfield area using the Bullpen Gate or the Fan Fest Staircase. Walk one block north on Seaver Way and look for the orange and blue signs for the rideshare pickup zone. 

Bikeshare

You can now use NYC’s bike-sharing program, Citi Bike, at Citi Field. Bikes and e-bikes are available at Mets Plaza to the left of the Homerun Apple and in the pedestrian plaza at Shea Road and Boat Basin Place. 

If you prefer to use your own bike, secure bike parking is available near the Rotunda. 

When To Arrive For A New York Mets Game

All gates and ticket windows generally open one and a half hours before the scheduled game time so that you can enjoy the great amenities at Citi Field. The Jackie Robinson Rotunda, Hodges, and Stengel entrances will open two and a half hours before the first pitch. 

All gates open two and a half hours before post-season games.

Bag Policy

Citi Field enforces a strict bag policy to ensure guest safety and streamline entry procedures. Backpacks are prohibited, with exceptions made only for fully clear backpacks without obscured interior pockets. Permitted bags include purses, diaper bags (not backpack-style), totes, drawstring and messenger bags, and small soft-sided coolers, all not exceeding 16″ x 16″ x 8″ in size. For those needing a compliant bag, consider the following clear backpacks:

Please note, there are no bag check facilities inside Citi Field, so plan accordingly.

Which are The Best Seats At Citi Field?

For the best fan experience at Citi Field, Mets fans will find it hard to beat the Field Level seating sections 112-114 behind the Mets dugout. Sections 122-124 are also good if you prefer to sit in shaded seats.

Some of the best value seats at Citi Field are in the upper deck sections 413-418. Tickets are often available for around $50, and these seats have a great view along with some good food options. If the weather isn’t ideal, you can shelter in the Jim Beam Highball Club lounge.

Upper Promenade Level tickets on level 500 will set you back around $20, but you’ll only get a bird-eye view. If you want to get closer to the action, head down to the patio tables at the right field food courts where you can get a good view of the field.

Excelsior Gold seats in section 319 will give you an elevated view from directly behind home plate. Alternatively, Excelsior level seating sections 329-333 provide club access and shade from the sun from mid-afternoon onwards. 

Metropolitan Club Diamond and Platinum seats offer luxurious premium seating from a prime position close to the team dugouts. 

Or for the ultimate in premium seating, Delta Sky360 seats are the most exclusive premium option at Citi Field. With in-seat food delivery service and extra-comfortable seating, these luxury seats are sure to make your visit to the ball game unforgettable. 

Make sure to show your team spirit and don’t forget to wear your team’s colors! MLBShop has some great options—check out this personalized jersey or grab one featuring your favorite player. Whether you’re in the stands or watching from home, repping your team never goes out of style.

Whichever seating option you choose, a visit to watch the Mets at Citi Field will be a fantastic experience. Are you ready to get your tickets?