See it to Believe it Sports Stadiums

Many athletes and fans travel around the world to see innovative and historic stadiums and watch their favorite teams play. Discover eight stadiums true sports fans need to see to believe.

1. MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey

Home to both the New York Jets and the New York Giants, at the time it was built, MetLife Stadium was the most expensive sports stadium ever constructed, at a cost of approximately $1.6B. This stadium can seat 82,566 fans and even hosted Super Bowl XLVIII.

2. Olympic Stadium, Montreal, Canada

Opened in 1976, the Olympic Stadium is the largest covered amphitheater in Quebec, seating more than 56,000 spectators. This sports stadium has become an international symbol for Montreal and hosts everything from monster truck rallies to rock concerts.

3. PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

This classically styled ballpark salutes the spirit of Pittsburgh’s past while embracing new, innovative design. Opened in 2001, PNC Park serves as the Pittsburgh Pirates’ fifth home and offers unique features including a limestone façade, riverside concourse, steel truss work and many local eateries.

4. Aviva Stadium, Dublin, Ireland

Headed to Ireland? Be sure to stop by Aviva Stadium. This world class international stadium seats nearly 52,000 fans and has even hosted the Europa League Final. While you’re there, check out the stadium’s unique, bowl-shaped ceiling, created in a wave-like manner to avoid blocking light to local neighbors!

5. AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas

Formerly known as Cowboys Stadium, AT&T Stadium is an entertainment landmark seating 80,000 – making it the fourth largest NFL stadium in terms of seat capacity. This larger-than-life stadium features a retractable roof, six elevated platforms and the world’s 29^th largest HD video screen.

6. Madison Square Garden, New York, New York

Experience “The World’s Most Famous Arena” when you head to Madison Square Garden during your next trip to New York City. Located in the middle of Manhattan, this arena was originally opened in 1871, with dozens of renovations and rebuilds happening over the course of the following 150 years.

7. Scotiabank Saddledome, Calgary, Canada

The Scotiabank Saddledome is a multi-use indoor arena in downtown Calgary, built in 1983 to host concerts, conferences and sporting championships. Shaped like a saddle, or potato chip -depending on who you’re talking to – this arena cost nearly $100 million to build.

8. Wrigley Field, Chicago, Illinois

First opened in 1914 as Weeghman Park, Wrigley Field has been a Chicago staple since 1914. Wrigley Field is known for its ivy-covered outfield wall and red marquee. It began a $575-million renovation in 2013, adding in a 5,700 sq. ft. jumbotron, batting tunnels, a hotel, plaza and office-retail complex.

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