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2	Date of experience: November 2018	10-Jan-19	ACC	Boston College	3	Dated	Alumni Stadium feels very dated when compared to other schools of its size and ranking. The bleachers feel tired and are very uncomfortable to sit in for long periods of time. Even the boxes offered are unimpressive and are simply indoor seats. Needs to be redone in the coming years.
15	Date of experience: October 2022	3-Oct-22	ACC	Clemson	5	Terrific night game at Death Valley~	Clemson has upped their game, both on the field and for the fans that visit. What an incredible game that was Saturday night against NC State. Love the new jumbo tron!
24	Date of experience: November 2019	3-Jan-20	ACC	Clemson	5	College football experience	Clemson is proud of their football heritage. The fans here are very energetic and faithful to their team. It was very great to see!
26	Date of experience: January 2019	11-Nov-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Great stadium.	I love the stadium because I like to watch the Clemson tigers play football here. This is a great venue to watch the Tigers play football.
28	Date of experience: November 2019	2-Nov-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Great place to watch a game	Great town who loves their football! Fun afternoon and very friendly people! We were in for a college tour and stayed to watch the game. We didn??t have a specific tailgate to go to but great food and drinks in town.
31	Date of experience: October 2019	15-Oct-19	ACC	Clemson	3	Great Fans, Average Stadium	Make sure you go in the correct side as both sides are not connected. Traffic and parking are a nightmare, although the Clemson folks think the situation is far better than it used to be. We had a parking pass for lot 25, arriving 3.5 hours prior to kickoff, and the lot was full. Bottled water was only $2! So were the hot dogs, but I've never had such a horrible tasting hot dog. Nachos and pretzels are $5. Beer is not sold in the stadium, but you can leave the stadium and return. Tailgating is prevalent. The fans were friendly (it helps when they are beating the snot out of the visiting team). Hotels on football game days are very expensive.
32	Date of experience: August 2019	5-Oct-19	ACC	Clemson	3	With Recent Success, Stadium Needs a Serious Makeover	We were in town for the Clemson/A&M game. It's an older venue, and needs a serious makeover as the entrance process is awful. This may not be a problem with normal ACC games, but having a high profile game brings a much bigger crowd, which the crew could not handle in a timely manner. The stadium reminded me of old Kyle Field which smelled of bat guano and Memorial stadium had plenty of those smells.There were plenty of restrooms and concessions. Also lots of space on the concourse to hang out...which was taken advantage of due to the unrelenting sun and heat during the game. They also have a cooling station with misters for fans to cool off, which was needed. LOTS of steps if you were high up on the top deck, but easy to navigate with railing the entire way up. Great staff on hand to assist with any needs.I hope with Clemson's recent football success that they upgrade their facilities, and look at their entrance schemes as their current one is awful. On a separate note, the staff that we dealt with at the student center setting up The Association of Former Students All-Aggie Tailgate was excellent.
35	Date of experience: September 2019	12-Sep-19	ACC	Clemson	5	This Texas Aggie Is A Fan	I've been to road games far and wide, including marquee programs in Omaha, Miami, Norman, and Tuscaloosa. Clemson, you are the best by a long shot (Kyle Field excluded of course). It's all about the fans. Before, during, and after the game, you were welcoming and engaging. It's something that cannot be faked. I am officially a fan. Go Tigers!
36	Date of experience: September 2019	10-Sep-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Class of 1969 with Class of 2036	What a fun visit. The Rock. The Hill. The grand boys. So much Life in Death Valley.visiting the day after Texas A&M with hardly anyone around. Memorial Stadium is impressive empty. Try it. Go Tigers.
38	Date of experience: September 2019	10-Sep-19	ACC	Clemson	4	Iconic Stadium	Attended the Clemson/A&M game last weekend. The stadium is old but very clean and lots of concession stands and restrooms . While we had high level seats, loved walking up the ramps rather than steps. Of course, the last level had steps leading up which were rather steep but doable. Everyone was very pleasant and welcoming, especially the fans. Even losing the game, it was fun to be there and experience it.
41	Date of experience: October 2018	15-May-19	ACC	Clemson	5	"It's a MASSIVE Arena for Clemson Football"	You'll see plenty of ORANGE and PURPLE here. The massiveness of this stadium is often mind-boggling the higher-up you go...and it reverberates with CLEMSON PRIDE.
45	Date of experience: January 2019	6-Feb-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Home of the 2018 National Champion Clemson Tigers	What can I say? A game at Memorial Stadium (Clemson's Death Valley) is something special that has to be experienced personally. The excitement is truly hard to describe. Being part of a crowd of 80,000 plus watching my Tigers play is one of the truly great experiences in life. As Clemson grads, my wife and I know this is a special place. Put it on your bucket list! Our most recent visit to Memorial Stadium was to celebrate Clemson's 2018 College Football National Championship with a stadium full of fans.
46	Date of experience: September 2018	2-Feb-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Unbeatable atmosphere	Figured that as a football fan, I should attend a game for one of the best collegiate football teams in the country. It didn't disappoint, the fans and atmosphere were among the best I've ever experienced.
47	Date of experience: January 2019	19-Jan-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Championship celebration	We went for the National Championship celebration. It was an absolute amazing experience. The atmosphere was awesome.
48	Date of experience: September 2018	16-Jan-19	ACC	Clemson	5	Great Stadium	We were able to watch The Clemson TIGERS win several games this season. The stadium is great and so are the fans. The food and beverages are reasonable..in fact they are cheaper than any other stadium we went to this year. They do not serve alcohol. To me that is a good thing!
56	Date of experience: November 2018	7-Nov-18	ACC	Clemson	3	Interesting and Steep	We thought this would be much larger. I see why it is called Death Valley. It is really steep and seemed crowded.
57	Date of experience: November 2018	6-Nov-18	ACC	Clemson	5	Fun atmosphere!	Even if you are not a Clemson fun, this place is a fun and family friendly atmosphere. The concession prices are fair! The pizza slice is $7 but it is a great size slice! I loved the tradition and Clemson crowd.
60	Date of experience: October 2018	22-Oct-18	ACC	Clemson	5	The best place to watch college football in the Country	Friendly fans, modern accommodations, easy access and knowledgeable staff. Safe and family friendly.
61	Date of experience: September 2018	29-Sep-18	ACC	Clemson	2	Overrated	Im not a fan of Clemson or Syracuse but i enjoy going to other teams stadiums and see other teams traditions. As a fan you always hear about Death Valley and decided to give it a try. To start parking is so confusing and hard to find. Zero signs and very little help with police or staff. Ended up parking about two miles from the stadium which is quite a distance to walk. No shuttles or rides were in site. The area itself really can't handle the amount of people who attend this stadium. I left early because i think the traffic would take about 6 hours to clear. So after a long walk i get the stadium. Security is non existent here and i got all the way to the ticket check and the girl said i need to go another gate for upper decks. No signage anywhere telling you this and only about 10,000 people cramming into a tiny entrance. Finally get to my seats, its a hike in the upper decks, i was row O and it barely was half way! The view wasn't bad but for the price i expected better. The fans are ok, i wouldn't say its the loudest, but they do love their Tigers. The venue itself is extremely dated, i think i walked into 1970. Restrooms are awful, the mens rooms takes you back to 1950. Concession stands are high school level and payment is used on portable card readers. Food was awful and close to worse i've ever gotten at a stadium. The whole upper deck area has a very musty smell and looks like it hasn't ever been renovated. Then another two mile walk to find my car in a muddy steep hill. Overall i was very disappointed with my first experience with Death Valley.
62	Date of experience: September 2018	21-Sep-18	ACC	Clemson	5	Fantastic college football venue	We typically attend a couple of games a year here. This is such an incredible place to see a college football game. The fans are very passionate about their tigers and the stadium can get very loud especially for a key game or a night game especially.The food here is pretty good and fairly priced for stadium food. There is no alcohol allowed in the stadium.
64	Date of experience: October 2017	6-Sep-18	ACC	Clemson	4	Up, Up and Away	There really is not a bad seat in the house, but put on your walking shoes and don't get top deck tickets if you don't have stamina.
73	Date of experience: November 2017	18-Nov-17	ACC	Clemson	4	First Clemson game	We were given free seats to the game! Bonus! Tiger fans are a blast! There was definite great tailgating going on However, the stadium is at least a milefrom parking. I'm fine with that, hence the 4 stars. If you're not fit, don't like walking or are remotely disabled. Be prepared. There isn't a map to tell where the gates are at least not none that was visible. We missed the kick off because we were in the wrong gate line. Plan ahead. I would have had planned had I known the gates weren't clearly marked/mappedWe were on the visitors side. Wow! Steep stairs. I'm fairly fit but it was scary and it was a struggle. People were winded. There were no elevators to go that high. The bonus is that you can see everything from up there. The security team was very helpful finding our seats. Again, there were no signs. Security was posted at every entrance to direct people. Overall, it's a decent stadium. But not for the physically challenged.
82	Date of experience: September 2017	17-Sep-17	ACC	Clemson	3	Decent stadium	This is definitely one of those college stadiums that is dated. The upper deck is way too steep... almost dangerous. I would not recommend it for anyone who is older, overweight, or limited mobility.
86	Date of experience: November 2016	6-Sep-17	ACC	Clemson	4	Death Valley indeed	Great experience to see a game here. Seats are not cheap if you want to get good ones. The student sections are crazy as seat assignments mean nothing. Go Tigers!
92	Date of experience: September 2016	19-Jul-17	ACC	Clemson	4	Awesome experience	Great to experience a Clemson game in the stadium. Stadium itself is nothing special and it's annoying that those on top decks can't access the lower deck areas, but it's the Clemson football experience that makes it great.
99	Date of experience: October 2016	13-May-17	ACC	Clemson	5	Awesome football experience!	We love going to football games at Death Valley. Can't beat the atmosphere and the "Most Exciting 25 seconds in College Football" is not to be missed.
101	Date of experience: October 2016	6-May-17	ACC	Clemson	5	Game Day	Death Valley is the best stadium in the country to see a college football game. Great tailgating in a rural setting with great fans. The best feature is when the football team makes an entrance by running down a hill into the stadium. Stadium is open most non-game days for tours.
106	Date of experience: January 2017	7-Mar-17	ACC	Clemson	5	National Champions!!	Went to congratulate the national champs!! Clemson Tigers!! Great year and a great stadium to see a game!!
109	Date of experience: January 2017	15-Jan-17	ACC	Clemson	5	Best place ever	I bleed orange!! There is nothing like being at Death Valley!! The friendliness, the feeling, the beauty!! I just can't explain it, you must experience it
111	Date of experience: December 2016	4-Jan-17	ACC	Clemson	5	Great Stadium	What a great place to watch a college football game. Fans are super. Arrive early and enjoy all the atmosphere and excitement. Parking can be tough, but what sold out event doesn't have its issues. If can get tickets, it is a great experience.
113	Date of experience: November 2016	30-Nov-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Awesome experience	If you are able to buy tickets to see a Clemson Football game, it is well worth the money and the time. To be a witness of the synergy within the stadium is beyond words. If you weren't a fan, you will instantly become one and cheer those talented Tiger players all during the game. One of the best events to attend and if it isn't on your "Bucket List", it should be!
114	Date of experience: November 2016	19-Nov-16	ACC	Clemson	5	GAMEDAY!	You have to ask? It's CLEMSON --- it's the TIGERS on gameday! If you have never been, tickets will not be easy to get but it can be done - you must visit!
115	Date of experience: November 2016	13-Nov-16	ACC	Clemson	3	Hi Cost / Low Value	Must arrive 3 hours before game. Parking in the C1 lot takes a long time due to poor traffic control. $20 per car puts you far away from the stadium without a shuttle or any directions. At the end of the game, they do not let the lowly C1 parking lot guests out until the preferred parking lots have emptied. This could take 2 hours after the game. The preferred parking lots get the benefit of traffic control. Prepare to WAIT. The $60 seats are tiny. You will be pressed against someone during the game. It is a bench seat with no backrest. For $10, you can rent a stadium seat with a backrest - go tigers. They don't even clean the seats between games. Wipe it down yourself if you want it clean. The stadium food is expensive. Lots of people work this event and provide NO service. This explains the high cost of everything. Go tigers. SummaryFor two people who are not getting a CORPORATE / SALESMAN HANDOUT to attend the game. 2 x $60 per ticket = $120Parking = $202 x $10 per seat back = $20Water = $10Total = $170High cost with low value. Go Tigers! Better to watch on TV.
116	Date of experience: November 2016	12-Nov-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best game day experience!	Nothing beats a game in Death Valley! Fun for everyone! High energy and loud...sets the stage for a great fan experience on game day!
118	Date of experience: October 2016	20-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	4	Great place to watch College Football	The overall game experience is very good - even when you are a fan of the visiting team. We are here every other year for the NC State vs Clemson game. Clemson fans are very into the game and win or lose they are very friendly. The stadium holds something like 81,000 with very steep stands. Luckily we were seated in the lower stands and didn't have to walk up a huge amount of steps at a very steep angle as did people in the upper stands. Concession stands need a bit of updating and expansion. I stood in line the entire halftime in order to get something to eat & drink. Over 20 min. If you are a visitor, it's a long walk from the nearest general parking lot. About 1.3 miles. up and down a few hills. Not bad if you are young but at 73 it hurt! But the Clemson fans will offer you a beer & something to eat as you pass by.
119	Date of experience: October 2016	18-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Homecoming Weekend - Overtime Win	My 1st time to a game in Death Valley and the college football experience. The game went to overtime and a Tiger win so you couldn't ask for anything more exciting. We were in the 3rd deck and very surprised how good the view was from up high. After the game went to touch the Howard Rock. Bucket list item checked :)
120	Date of experience: October 2016	17-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Classic college football stadium	I have been to the Big House for Michigan/ Ohio State and to the horseshoe in Columbus, been to Notre Dame and several other colleges for game day but no one does it quite like Clemson. Was there for NC State game and the pagentry before the game with the band, team entrance, and then the game made my ticket price worth every penny. Gotta touch the rock. Watch Tiger walk in the pregame tailgate and shake hands with your favorite player. Listen to Dabo he s a gem. Met some guys who came on their bachelor' s party from Chicago because they heard it was a must see.
121	Date of experience: October 2016	17-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	4	Great atmosphere for college football.	We had nosebleed seats, but this is a great place to watch college football. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, and we were impressed that no one left early. The food is just standard game food, but the place was clean and the people were friendly.
122	Date of experience: October 2016	17-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best Stadium in the Country	This is the best Stadium in the country! The excitement in the stadium can not be matched anywhere else!
123	Date of experience: October 2016	14-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Death Valley	If you are a Clemson fan you already know that this is where the Tigers play. If your not then you need to stop by and check it out.
124	Date of experience: October 2016	7-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	3	Very intimidating to the visiting team.	The stadium is rough for someone out of shape! A lot of ramps and steep steps in the upper deck. Concession prices were outrageous and they don't sell beer. Boooo!
125	Date of experience: October 2016	5-Oct-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best football ever!	Fun friendly game day campus environment. Lots of school spirit and pride. Tailgating lots of fun; Hendrix parking lot great
126	Date of experience: September 2016	19-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	5	The best stadium around!	THE Death Valley is an on campus venue with game day atmosphere as good or better than any place in the country. It features what is widely known as the most exciting entrance in all of football. We also have the best sports dive bar in the world across the street (The World Famous ESSO Club).
127	Date of experience: September 2016	18-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best ever	Been to many games but this was the best ever. Clemson football is the best and going to a game is a must do for any football fan.
128	Date of experience: September 2016	18-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Cleanest Stadium in the South	From all the stadiums Ive been to this one is the cleanest. The feel here is very friendly. The people are real curtious. There are benches not seatbacks. Very spacious. Easy access- dasani was $1 best seal ever. From tailgating real easy to get in. If u had a bag youd need a clear one. Now parking is another issue-plan to walk alot and its hilly. Would do it again. The only other catch is the hotels raise there rates to $200 a night during this weekend. Kid feiendly as well.
129	Date of experience: September 2016	18-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Clemson Football	Awesome stadium, awesome fans!!! Go Tigers!!! Great experience at first Clemson game! Bring sunscreen and a fan! Opportunity to go on field after game and meet some players! Tailgating before the game was second to none!
130	Date of experience: September 2016	12-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Clemson Football!!	This place rocks! Love our Clemson Tigers. The entrance to the stadium by the players is one of the best in the nation. Awesome tailgating going on all over campus. A must see if ever in the area.
132	Date of experience: September 2016	11-Sep-16	ACC	Clemson	4	Hard to afford thanks IPTAY	Not a Clemson fan at all but I love college football. Tickets have gone through the roof thanks to IPTAY. Not much here other then going to a football game. But we did enjoy going to see Clemson play Troy.
134	Date of experience: September 2015	3-Aug-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Love Clemson	Went back to see how Clemson had changed since going to school there in the early 80's. The town had grown but it was great to be back in Tiger Town!!
135	Date of experience: August 2016	2-Aug-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Go Tigers!~	This is a small bowl in the ground, however its been known to reach 112db. This sweet southern college town is such a treat to experience. There is truly something about these hills at Clemson University.
137	Date of experience: October 2015	18-Jul-16	ACC	Clemson	5	It isn't the same as Beaver Stadium in State College ...	... but few places are. I have been to quite a few college footbal venues and this one is very nice. Easy in and out and the crowd is great (again not in a class with Happy Valley) but still a great experience.
140	Date of experience: November 2015	17-Jun-16	ACC	Clemson	5	The BEST	A very impressive stadium with a terrific atmosphere. The fans are nice and helpful. Sit in the lower deck if possible!
142	Date of experience: November 2015	4-Jun-16	ACC	Clemson	5	The Best	What can you say if you are a Clemson fan. Let me say this for visitors. You will not find a more exciting place to watch a college football game. You will find it easy to find parking, easy to get out and enjoyable while you are here. Family atmosphere and friendly environment.
143	Date of experience: October 2015	2-Jun-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Clemson football	I enjoyed watching Clemson win the football game. The organization of all the people was great - very little time to wait to leave after the game.
146	Date of experience: November 2015	10-May-16	ACC	Clemson	4	Like entering the coliseum	Every time I go to a game at Death Valley I am awestruck by the size of the place (seats 83 thousand) and the marvelous condition of the place. The games are loud, the fans fanatical, yet most are under control. A true meaning of college football and all the finest things that go on during a match.
149	Date of experience: November 2015	21-Apr-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Clemson Football	This is the best football atmosphere anywhere. There are always thousands and thousands of tailgaters. Very vocal crowd but they are very friendly and hospital. The crowd is the 12Th. man on the field.Great to visit as a fan but not good for the visiting team on the field. It is very noisy.
151	Date of experience: September 2015	8-Apr-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best College Stadium in the Country!	I'm a little biased, since I graduated from Clemson, but I love Memorial Stadium! I was able to attend several games there last year and hope to attend several this coming season. Even took my son there for his first football game this past season! Go Tigers!
153	Date of experience: September 2015	15-Mar-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Football	There is no place on earth that is better than Memorial Stadium for football. The atmosphere is electric. We bought session tickets for 2016!
154	Date of experience: September 2015	10-Mar-16	ACC	Clemson	5	A MUST	must go to this during a football game!players running down the hill is just.. awesome!very packed during football season.tailgating EVERYWHERE!!beautiful campus.
155	Date of experience: October 2015	1-Mar-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Great stadium, great game	We went to see a Clemson football game and were not disappointed. The stadium is huge, saw a great game. Will definitely be back next season for more football. Everyone was friendly. Trying to park was the only problem, get there early.
156	Date of experience: November 2015	1-Mar-16	ACC	Clemson	4	The time of your life	Memorial Stadium, otherwise known as Death Valley to those who have walked the hallowed halls of Clemson University (and those who have fallen to the mighty Tigers), is an evolving masterpiece. Many of the reviews talk about the food and the traffic, but that is not really what defines this stadium. The University has built on to this stadium, and I'll admit that the upper deck is a pretty scary place to be! But if you are fortunate enough to be in the lower deck, preferably seated under the overhang of the upper deck, you can really watch some football. The view from the boxes is even better ... if you can get that! The "home" side, otherwise known as the South stands, used to have a fantastic view of the lake, and on a clear day you could even see some mountains. Now that the West End Zone has been enclosed, not so much, but Death Valley is surely a pretty stadium and the football here has been first-rate for the last several years.
157	Date of experience: November 2015	13-Feb-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Most exciting 25 seconds in college football	Voted loudest stadium, best tailgating, best in ACC. 82500 fans in the stadium and another 40000 tailgating around the stadium. Great fans. Inviting. Running down the hill a great tradition meeting at the paw on the field after the game another.
161	Date of experience: October 2015	31-Jan-16	ACC	Clemson	5	LOVE THIS PLACE	OMG... I didn't even LIKE football until I went to my first Clemson Football game. The fans here are the nicest, and the school spirit is absolutely contagious. WOW!!!!
162	Date of experience: August 2015	25-Jan-16	ACC	Clemson	5	Best College Football Stadium!!	This stadium is incredibly unique! The combination of the crowd, environment, hospitality, excitement, traditions, and orange is indescribable. Clemson fans are truly the kindest and the weather is usually great. If you can't go to a football, it's worth seeing at least!
163	Date of experience: October 2015	30-Dec-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Not New England College Football	I when to the BC-Clemson game. Death Valley is far different than Alumni Stadium. It's a tailgate experience and game like no other. There's not much in Clemson, but what there is revolves around Clemson football. It was a very cool experience.
164	Date of experience: December 2015	23-Dec-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Photo day with the ACC trophy and the Rock	The sun was shining, cover off the rock, ACC trophy front and center for photographs - very memorable day. Its a beautiful stadium - apparently fans have to pay extra for seats with backs - seats are not too steep, symmetrical seating, nice view of the university. Memorable day -
165	Date of experience: November 2015	16-Dec-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Amazing game.	Must have tickets bought in advance; otherwise pay extra from people selling in street. Extraordinary experience.
166	Date of experience: November 2015	15-Dec-15	ACC	Clemson	5	The Best Collegiate Football Experience Ever	The Stadium itself might not be state of the art, but the atmosphere and fans are first class. Tailgating around the stadium is like none other.
167	Date of experience: October 2015	14-Dec-15	ACC	Clemson	5	As good as it gets on Saturdays	Clemson Memorial Stadium is the greatest place to watch a college football game. The atmosphere is great, the crowd is insane, the noise level is through the roof, and right now they're the #1 team in the nation.
168	Date of experience: November 2015	23-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	4	Great atmosphere & place to tailgate, don't enter the stadium hungry	Great atmosphere to see a football game, nice fans and a tremendous amount of tailgating. We are from out of state & on a college visit, so we ate downtown then headed to the stadium. It was an easy walk, don't expect to park near the stadium unless you plan in advance or arrive early.Only complaint is stadium food, choices not great, prices were similar to "Yankee Stadium" prices, $4 for bottled water, $6 or more for sodas. Food choices were not great, hot dogs/corn dogs/nachos/pretzels/pizza and were not cheap. No beer in the stadium (typical for a college game), many fans left at halftime to continue their tailgating.
169	Date of experience: November 2015	22-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	5	A great college football venue	What a great place to watch some college football. The teams entrance into the stadium is one of the best. There are no bad seats, and the Clemson fans are awesone. One suggestion though is that food vendors start accepting debit cards.
170	Date of experience: October 2015	20-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Best college game day experience ever!	Nothing like watching my Tigers play in Death Valley, even in the rain!! From tailgating to running down the hill!
171	Date of experience: October 2015	18-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	5	The real Death Valley!!	I have been to numerous football games around the country and nothing is like a game in Death Valley. The fans are wonderful and there's really no 'bad' seats. It is a wonderful experience even if you are not a tiger fan.
172	Date of experience: November 2015	8-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	3	Great place, traffic sucks	We came down for a football game and tailgating. They closed the 2 tailgating area due to it being too wet and had no other accommodation set. So paid $350 for a spot and got no parking. Took 4 hours to get and find a spot. The game was great stadium is awesome but they have not accommodations for this many people or how to handle traffic. When the game was over it took 3 1/2 hours before we actually got out of the parking lot. Worse place I have ever been for traffic. If you have no plans or time is not an issue visit this place when there is no game.
174	Date of experience: September 2015	2-Nov-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Go Tigers!	A great place to cheer on the Tigers! It's beautiful inside and out! Even if you're just passing through Clemson, you should drive by this beautiful landmark!
175	Date of experience: October 2015	29-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Buckit list quality experience for college football fans	Espoused to be the most exciting 25 seconds in College football the entrance of the Clemson football team leaving the buses, rubbing the rock and running down the hill into the first Death valley of 82,500 in the stadium and just maybe an equal number outside tail gating is something to experience. Welcoming Clemson fans over hundreds of acres of parking lots tail gating, cooking everything imaginable form grill to grill. Best seats south stands lower level behind the team. Most comfortable the new WEZ west endzone with food served before and at half time covered and air conditioned. Best lot to tailgate Lot 5 or the Motor Home lot behind the baseball stadium. Visitor parking sucks so purchase a parking space. Stub hub or Tigernet.com. Winner of loudest stadium and best college venue. Clemson keeps investing and improving every year. Come to wear the Blue Ridge Yawn their greatness. Where the Tigers play
176	Date of experience: October 2015	26-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	No other place like it!!	This is the best stadium in the world for football. No place like Death Valley in Clemson. No place like Clemson fans. No other tailgate experience even comes close!
177	Date of experience: October 2015	24-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Awesome experience!!!!!	Our seats were way up high in corner and yet I thought the view was amazing. It rained the entire time but it managed to take nothing away from the moment. First time visit and I thought it was soooo cool. Loved seeing Clemson run down the hill. The loss was crushing to my Irish and I hated to lose but still glad I went. After the game my brother and I went down on the field. So incredible. Then we got to touch Howard's Rock! We were probably the last two to do it bc the guy was yelling at us to get away. Oops! Best part of Clemson are the amazing kind people from there. They welcomed us like I've never seen. Nicest people ever. I'm now a fan and I hope they go on to win the national championship. (Since my Irish won't!)
178	Date of experience: October 2015	20-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Best Football Stadium!!! Go Tigers -electrifying	Best football team in the state....clean stadium, excellent attendants and food choices, maintained bathrooms, easy access, super football team!!! To tigers
179	Date of experience: October 2015	19-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	4	Must for Clemson Football fans	The stadium is enormous, and most of the seats have a good view. The first few rows in the corners of the North/South stands are at a weird angle, though. And I don't recommend the Top Deck to those with heart conditions or vertigo, because the steps are very steep, and there are a lot of them. And as others have said, plan to walk to the stadium--there is a shuttle for those with disabilities--and traffic on the way out requires lots of patience.
180	Date of experience: October 2015	18-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Go Tigers	Clemson vs Boston College game Great fun Clemson fans are awesome and some of the most friendly people you'll meet
181	Date of experience: October 2015	18-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Small town, big stadium, huge fans	We went for the homecoming game against Boston College. Stadium was pretty full and impressively orange! Very good view from lower deck and show on the field during down times. Traffic fairly congested on the way out.
182	Date of experience: October 2015	18-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Electrifying!!	I love my Clemson Tigers. Memorial Stadium is always so much fun. It is easy to get to and the facility is always clean. The staff is always very friendly.
183	Date of experience: November 2014	15-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Away Fan	I absolutely loved my experience at Memorial Stadium. It was clean, extremely family friendly-- they had a stroller check in area! The stadium itself is kind of small in comparison to others I've visited, but the traditions are great. Fans were polite, security was plentiful. I would love to go back as an away visitor.
184	Date of experience: October 2015	14-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Best Stadium in South Carolina	Death Valley never disappoints on any level. You get what you pay for as far as a view, staff is always super friendly. Love that you get to go on the field AFTER the game! Go Tigers!
185	Date of experience: October 2015	11-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	2	Clemson vs. Georgia Tech football	My wife and I went to the game football Saturday at Clemson in the rain and watched a really good Clemson team beat GT. The stadium is nice but the traffic and the way it is directed is as bad as any stadium I have ever been to, gotta be a better plan than the one they are using, especially the closer you get to the stadium, it is poorly done. Once we arrived we really had no idea where our seats were since there is no diagram on the ticket, so we showed 3 people our tickets that were working for the university, one was at the information desk on the north east corner of the stadium, asking each where we were supposed to go and all three sent us to a gate, halfway down the stadium with an elevator on our right; when we showed her our ticket she said we were on the wrong side of the stadium, so we had to walk half way around the stadium to the correct elevator. This is really not acceptable and placed a sour taste in our mouths about incompetence of the support staff working on game day at Memorial Stadium. Fortunately, these are problems that can be solved and hopefully they will. The game and atmosphere was good and the Tigers took care of business, bottom line.
186	Date of experience: October 2015	4-Oct-15	ACC	Clemson	5	College Football Mecca	Went to an epic game between Clemson and Notre Dame. It was under the lights and it was off the charts. The decibel levels stayed above 100 most if the game with 80k fans at full throat. Memorial Stadium in Death Valley reminds me of a Roman Coliseum...very intimidating to any opponent. The facilities were basic and it was apparent to me that all the focus is on football without the frills. I am amazed how well the field held up through the crazy amount of rain we had. The only issue I had was with parking. Our general lot C1 was a mile away from the stadium with no retun shuttle, it cost $20 to park there and it took an entire hour to be allowed out of the lot by the state troopers directing traffic. I will definitely be back to see another game and enjoy the awesome tailgating. Go Tigers!
187	Date of experience: September 2015	29-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Best Stadium in the country	GO TIGERS!!! this is where you can watch the football team play. really an experience you should not miss.
188	Date of experience: September 2015	25-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	I got in!!!	The entrance was locked up but a door was unlocked so I was able to take pictures. Wouldn't mind going there to see a Clemson Tiger game.
189	Date of experience: September 2015	22-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Awesome experience	We have been to "Death Valley" many times, but had never reviewed for TripAdvisor. This stadium is unbelievable, with the noise level hard to imagine. The spirit here is unsurpassed at any collegiate venue anywhere!!! We look forward to each Clemson home game.
190	Date of experience: September 2015	17-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	I can't believe the size of this stadium	This stadium is massive! I would love to come here for a football game. Loved driving around the campus
192	Date of experience: September 2015	9-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Clemson Footbal	The best place for a football game. Beautiful campus!! Great atmosphere. Watching the Clemson tiger football team touch "the Rock" and then run down the hill and onto the field is so awesome!!!! Nothing beats Clemson!!!
193	Date of experience: September 2015	7-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Fantastic college football atmosphere	For anyone who loves college football Clemson is a fantastic place to see a game. The fans are great even to the opposing team. When the players run down on to the field the place just goes crazy.
194	Date of experience: September 2015	5-Sep-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Home	Lucky to get to experience this venue year after year. Top rate facility with unmatched views of campus, Blue Ridge Mountains, and Hartwell Lake.
195	Date of experience: August 2015	26-Aug-15	ACC	Clemson	4	Bloody big stadium! Wow	Fantastic facility for a university. Apparently it holds 84,000! I'd love to be able to watch a game there. The atmosphere would be awesome.
197	Date of experience: October 2014	10-Aug-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Must experience for Football Fanatics	If College Football is your thing then Death Valley is a must see. Be prepared to come early and stay late as the Tailgating is always at the top of the list. Southern hospitality at its finest, unless you are wearing the colors of the opposing team.
198	Date of experience: November 2014	28-Jul-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Best College Football Stadiums	As a graduate of Clemson University, I might be a tad biased, but I will say that I have been to many stadiums (pro & college) and when the Tigers run down the hill...there is nothing else like it in sports!
199	Date of experience: November 2014	26-Jul-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Saturdays in the Park	The atmosphere can be electric during the fall. When the Tigers are doing well, the place is alive. Lots of strong traditions, camaraderie, and even if you're a visitor, the home folks try to help out.
200	Date of experience: October 2014	23-Jul-15	ACC	Clemson	5	Awesome place to spend a fall Saturday afternoon.	Over the years, I have been to Memorial Stadium many times. The energy and atmosphere are both awesome. Tailgating before, during and after the game always gives us a chance to catch up with friends we haven't seen in a while and watching the most exciting 25 seconds in college football is always a very cool experience.
202	Date of experience: October 2014	4-Jun-15	ACC	Clemson	5	What's not to LOVE?	This stadium is just incredible. When I came to Clemson, I was not a football fan, but after my first game, I will forever be a Tiger. This stadium gives me goosebumps at every single game. I even love walking by in the summer, when all the students are gone. It's just a wonderful stadium full of history and memories. A Clemson game is NEVER forgotten and forever in your heart.

2

Date of experience: November 2018

10-Jan-19

ACC

Boston College

3

Dated

Alumni Stadium feels very dated when compared to other schools of its size and ranking. The bleachers feel tired and are very uncomfortable to sit in for long periods of time. Even the boxes offered are unimpressive and are simply indoor seats. Needs to be redone in the coming years.

15

Date of experience: October 2022

3-Oct-22

ACC

Clemson

5

Terrific night game at Death Valley~

Clemson has upped their game, both on the field and for the fans that visit. What an incredible game that was Saturday night against NC State. Love the new jumbo tron!

24

Date of experience: November 2019

3-Jan-20

ACC

Clemson

5

College football experience

Clemson is proud of their football heritage. The fans here are very energetic and faithful to their team. It was very great to see!

26

Date of experience: January 2019

11-Nov-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Great stadium.

I love the stadium because I like to watch the Clemson tigers play football here. This is a great venue to watch the Tigers play football.

28

Date of experience: November 2019

2-Nov-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Great place to watch a game

Great town who loves their football! Fun afternoon and very friendly people! We were in for a college tour and stayed to watch the game. We didn??t have a specific tailgate to go to but great food and drinks in town.

31

Date of experience: October 2019

15-Oct-19

ACC

Clemson

3

Great Fans, Average Stadium

Make sure you go in the correct side as both sides are not connected. Traffic and parking are a nightmare, although the Clemson folks think the situation is far better than it used to be. We had a parking pass for lot 25, arriving 3.5 hours prior to kickoff, and the lot was full. Bottled water was only $2! So were the hot dogs, but I've never had such a horrible tasting hot dog. Nachos and pretzels are $5. Beer is not sold in the stadium, but you can leave the stadium and return. Tailgating is prevalent. The fans were friendly (it helps when they are beating the snot out of the visiting team). Hotels on football game days are very expensive.

32

Date of experience: August 2019

5-Oct-19

ACC

Clemson

3

With Recent Success, Stadium Needs a Serious Makeover

We were in town for the Clemson/A&M game. It's an older venue, and needs a serious makeover as the entrance process is awful. This may not be a problem with normal ACC games, but having a high profile game brings a much bigger crowd, which the crew could not handle in a timely manner. The stadium reminded me of old Kyle Field which smelled of bat guano and Memorial stadium had plenty of those smells.There were plenty of restrooms and concessions. Also lots of space on the concourse to hang out...which was taken advantage of due to the unrelenting sun and heat during the game. They also have a cooling station with misters for fans to cool off, which was needed. LOTS of steps if you were high up on the top deck, but easy to navigate with railing the entire way up. Great staff on hand to assist with any needs.I hope with Clemson's recent football success that they upgrade their facilities, and look at their entrance schemes as their current one is awful. On a separate note, the staff that we dealt with at the student center setting up The Association of Former Students All-Aggie Tailgate was excellent.

35

Date of experience: September 2019

12-Sep-19

ACC

Clemson

5

This Texas Aggie Is A Fan

I've been to road games far and wide, including marquee programs in Omaha, Miami, Norman, and Tuscaloosa. Clemson, you are the best by a long shot (Kyle Field excluded of course). It's all about the fans. Before, during, and after the game, you were welcoming and engaging. It's something that cannot be faked. I am officially a fan. Go Tigers!

36

Date of experience: September 2019

10-Sep-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Class of 1969 with Class of 2036

What a fun visit. The Rock. The Hill. The grand boys. So much Life in Death Valley.visiting the day after Texas A&M with hardly anyone around. Memorial Stadium is impressive empty. Try it. Go Tigers.

38

Date of experience: September 2019

10-Sep-19

ACC

Clemson

4

Iconic Stadium

Attended the Clemson/A&M game last weekend. The stadium is old but very clean and lots of concession stands and restrooms . While we had high level seats, loved walking up the ramps rather than steps. Of course, the last level had steps leading up which were rather steep but doable. Everyone was very pleasant and welcoming, especially the fans. Even losing the game, it was fun to be there and experience it.

41

Date of experience: October 2018

15-May-19

ACC

Clemson

5

"It's a MASSIVE Arena for Clemson Football"

You'll see plenty of ORANGE and PURPLE here. The massiveness of this stadium is often mind-boggling the higher-up you go...and it reverberates with CLEMSON PRIDE.

45

Date of experience: January 2019

6-Feb-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Home of the 2018 National Champion Clemson Tigers

What can I say? A game at Memorial Stadium (Clemson's Death Valley) is something special that has to be experienced personally. The excitement is truly hard to describe. Being part of a crowd of 80,000 plus watching my Tigers play is one of the truly great experiences in life. As Clemson grads, my wife and I know this is a special place. Put it on your bucket list! Our most recent visit to Memorial Stadium was to celebrate Clemson's 2018 College Football National Championship with a stadium full of fans.

46

Date of experience: September 2018

2-Feb-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Unbeatable atmosphere

Figured that as a football fan, I should attend a game for one of the best collegiate football teams in the country. It didn't disappoint, the fans and atmosphere were among the best I've ever experienced.

47

Date of experience: January 2019

19-Jan-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Championship celebration

We went for the National Championship celebration. It was an absolute amazing experience. The atmosphere was awesome.

48

Date of experience: September 2018

16-Jan-19

ACC

Clemson

5

Great Stadium

We were able to watch The Clemson TIGERS win several games this season. The stadium is great and so are the fans. The food and beverages are reasonable..in fact they are cheaper than any other stadium we went to this year. They do not serve alcohol. To me that is a good thing!

56

Date of experience: November 2018

7-Nov-18

ACC

Clemson

3

Interesting and Steep

We thought this would be much larger. I see why it is called Death Valley. It is really steep and seemed crowded.

57

Date of experience: November 2018

6-Nov-18

ACC

Clemson

5

Fun atmosphere!

Even if you are not a Clemson fun, this place is a fun and family friendly atmosphere. The concession prices are fair! The pizza slice is $7 but it is a great size slice! I loved the tradition and Clemson crowd.

60

Date of experience: October 2018

22-Oct-18

ACC

Clemson

5

The best place to watch college football in the Country

Friendly fans, modern accommodations, easy access and knowledgeable staff. Safe and family friendly.

61

Date of experience: September 2018

29-Sep-18

ACC

Clemson

2

Overrated

Im not a fan of Clemson or Syracuse but i enjoy going to other teams stadiums and see other teams traditions. As a fan you always hear about Death Valley and decided to give it a try. To start parking is so confusing and hard to find. Zero signs and very little help with police or staff. Ended up parking about two miles from the stadium which is quite a distance to walk. No shuttles or rides were in site. The area itself really can't handle the amount of people who attend this stadium. I left early because i think the traffic would take about 6 hours to clear. So after a long walk i get the stadium. Security is non existent here and i got all the way to the ticket check and the girl said i need to go another gate for upper decks. No signage anywhere telling you this and only about 10,000 people cramming into a tiny entrance. Finally get to my seats, its a hike in the upper decks, i was row O and it barely was half way! The view wasn't bad but for the price i expected better. The fans are ok, i wouldn't say its the loudest, but they do love their Tigers. The venue itself is extremely dated, i think i walked into 1970. Restrooms are awful, the mens rooms takes you back to 1950. Concession stands are high school level and payment is used on portable card readers. Food was awful and close to worse i've ever gotten at a stadium. The whole upper deck area has a very musty smell and looks like it hasn't ever been renovated. Then another two mile walk to find my car in a muddy steep hill. Overall i was very disappointed with my first experience with Death Valley.

62

Date of experience: September 2018

21-Sep-18

ACC

Clemson

5

Fantastic college football venue

We typically attend a couple of games a year here. This is such an incredible place to see a college football game. The fans are very passionate about their tigers and the stadium can get very loud especially for a key game or a night game especially.The food here is pretty good and fairly priced for stadium food. There is no alcohol allowed in the stadium.

64

Date of experience: October 2017

6-Sep-18

ACC

Clemson

4

Up, Up and Away

There really is not a bad seat in the house, but put on your walking shoes and don't get top deck tickets if you don't have stamina.

73

Date of experience: November 2017

18-Nov-17

ACC

Clemson

4

First Clemson game

We were given free seats to the game! Bonus! Tiger fans are a blast! There was definite great tailgating going on However, the stadium is at least a milefrom parking. I'm fine with that, hence the 4 stars. If you're not fit, don't like walking or are remotely disabled. Be prepared. There isn't a map to tell where the gates are at least not none that was visible. We missed the kick off because we were in the wrong gate line. Plan ahead. I would have had planned had I known the gates weren't clearly marked/mappedWe were on the visitors side. Wow! Steep stairs. I'm fairly fit but it was scary and it was a struggle. People were winded. There were no elevators to go that high. The bonus is that you can see everything from up there. The security team was very helpful finding our seats. Again, there were no signs. Security was posted at every entrance to direct people. Overall, it's a decent stadium. But not for the physically challenged.

82

Date of experience: September 2017

17-Sep-17

ACC

Clemson

3

Decent stadium

This is definitely one of those college stadiums that is dated. The upper deck is way too steep... almost dangerous. I would not recommend it for anyone who is older, overweight, or limited mobility.

86

Date of experience: November 2016

6-Sep-17

ACC

Clemson

4

Death Valley indeed

Great experience to see a game here. Seats are not cheap if you want to get good ones. The student sections are crazy as seat assignments mean nothing. Go Tigers!

92

Date of experience: September 2016

19-Jul-17

ACC

Clemson

4

Awesome experience

Great to experience a Clemson game in the stadium. Stadium itself is nothing special and it's annoying that those on top decks can't access the lower deck areas, but it's the Clemson football experience that makes it great.

99

Date of experience: October 2016

13-May-17

ACC

Clemson

5

Awesome football experience!

We love going to football games at Death Valley. Can't beat the atmosphere and the "Most Exciting 25 seconds in College Football" is not to be missed.

101

Date of experience: October 2016

6-May-17

ACC

Clemson

5

Game Day

Death Valley is the best stadium in the country to see a college football game. Great tailgating in a rural setting with great fans. The best feature is when the football team makes an entrance by running down a hill into the stadium. Stadium is open most non-game days for tours.

106

Date of experience: January 2017

7-Mar-17

ACC

Clemson

5

National Champions!!

Went to congratulate the national champs!! Clemson Tigers!! Great year and a great stadium to see a game!!

109

Date of experience: January 2017

15-Jan-17

ACC

Clemson

5

Best place ever

I bleed orange!! There is nothing like being at Death Valley!! The friendliness, the feeling, the beauty!! I just can't explain it, you must experience it

111

Date of experience: December 2016

4-Jan-17

ACC

Clemson

5

Great Stadium

What a great place to watch a college football game. Fans are super. Arrive early and enjoy all the atmosphere and excitement. Parking can be tough, but what sold out event doesn't have its issues. If can get tickets, it is a great experience.

113

Date of experience: November 2016

30-Nov-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Awesome experience

If you are able to buy tickets to see a Clemson Football game, it is well worth the money and the time. To be a witness of the synergy within the stadium is beyond words. If you weren't a fan, you will instantly become one and cheer those talented Tiger players all during the game. One of the best events to attend and if it isn't on your "Bucket List", it should be!

114

Date of experience: November 2016

19-Nov-16

ACC

Clemson

5

GAMEDAY!

You have to ask? It's CLEMSON --- it's the TIGERS on gameday! If you have never been, tickets will not be easy to get but it can be done - you must visit!

115

Date of experience: November 2016

13-Nov-16

ACC

Clemson

3

Hi Cost / Low Value

Must arrive 3 hours before game. Parking in the C1 lot takes a long time due to poor traffic control. $20 per car puts you far away from the stadium without a shuttle or any directions. At the end of the game, they do not let the lowly C1 parking lot guests out until the preferred parking lots have emptied. This could take 2 hours after the game. The preferred parking lots get the benefit of traffic control. Prepare to WAIT. The $60 seats are tiny. You will be pressed against someone during the game. It is a bench seat with no backrest. For $10, you can rent a stadium seat with a backrest - go tigers. They don't even clean the seats between games. Wipe it down yourself if you want it clean. The stadium food is expensive. Lots of people work this event and provide NO service. This explains the high cost of everything. Go tigers. SummaryFor two people who are not getting a CORPORATE / SALESMAN HANDOUT to attend the game. 2 x $60 per ticket = $120Parking = $202 x $10 per seat back = $20Water = $10Total = $170High cost with low value. Go Tigers! Better to watch on TV.

116

Date of experience: November 2016

12-Nov-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best game day experience!

Nothing beats a game in Death Valley! Fun for everyone! High energy and loud...sets the stage for a great fan experience on game day!

118

Date of experience: October 2016

20-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

4

Great place to watch College Football

The overall game experience is very good - even when you are a fan of the visiting team. We are here every other year for the NC State vs Clemson game. Clemson fans are very into the game and win or lose they are very friendly. The stadium holds something like 81,000 with very steep stands. Luckily we were seated in the lower stands and didn't have to walk up a huge amount of steps at a very steep angle as did people in the upper stands. Concession stands need a bit of updating and expansion. I stood in line the entire halftime in order to get something to eat & drink. Over 20 min. If you are a visitor, it's a long walk from the nearest general parking lot. About 1.3 miles. up and down a few hills. Not bad if you are young but at 73 it hurt! But the Clemson fans will offer you a beer & something to eat as you pass by.

119

Date of experience: October 2016

18-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Homecoming Weekend - Overtime Win

My 1st time to a game in Death Valley and the college football experience. The game went to overtime and a Tiger win so you couldn't ask for anything more exciting. We were in the 3rd deck and very surprised how good the view was from up high. After the game went to touch the Howard Rock. Bucket list item checked :)

120

Date of experience: October 2016

17-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Classic college football stadium

I have been to the Big House for Michigan/ Ohio State and to the horseshoe in Columbus, been to Notre Dame and several other colleges for game day but no one does it quite like Clemson. Was there for NC State game and the pagentry before the game with the band, team entrance, and then the game made my ticket price worth every penny. Gotta touch the rock. Watch Tiger walk in the pregame tailgate and shake hands with your favorite player. Listen to Dabo he s a gem. Met some guys who came on their bachelor' s party from Chicago because they heard it was a must see.

121

Date of experience: October 2016

17-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

4

Great atmosphere for college football.

We had nosebleed seats, but this is a great place to watch college football. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, and we were impressed that no one left early. The food is just standard game food, but the place was clean and the people were friendly.

122

Date of experience: October 2016

17-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best Stadium in the Country

This is the best Stadium in the country! The excitement in the stadium can not be matched anywhere else!

123

Date of experience: October 2016

14-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Death Valley

If you are a Clemson fan you already know that this is where the Tigers play. If your not then you need to stop by and check it out.

124

Date of experience: October 2016

7-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

3

Very intimidating to the visiting team.

The stadium is rough for someone out of shape! A lot of ramps and steep steps in the upper deck. Concession prices were outrageous and they don't sell beer. Boooo!

125

Date of experience: October 2016

5-Oct-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best football ever!

Fun friendly game day campus environment. Lots of school spirit and pride. Tailgating lots of fun; Hendrix parking lot great

126

Date of experience: September 2016

19-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

5

The best stadium around!

THE Death Valley is an on campus venue with game day atmosphere as good or better than any place in the country. It features what is widely known as the most exciting entrance in all of football. We also have the best sports dive bar in the world across the street (The World Famous ESSO Club).

127

Date of experience: September 2016

18-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best ever

Been to many games but this was the best ever. Clemson football is the best and going to a game is a must do for any football fan.

128

Date of experience: September 2016

18-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Cleanest Stadium in the South

From all the stadiums Ive been to this one is the cleanest. The feel here is very friendly. The people are real curtious. There are benches not seatbacks. Very spacious. Easy access- dasani was $1 best seal ever. From tailgating real easy to get in. If u had a bag youd need a clear one. Now parking is another issue-plan to walk alot and its hilly. Would do it again. The only other catch is the hotels raise there rates to $200 a night during this weekend. Kid feiendly as well.

129

Date of experience: September 2016

18-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Clemson Football

Awesome stadium, awesome fans!!! Go Tigers!!! Great experience at first Clemson game! Bring sunscreen and a fan! Opportunity to go on field after game and meet some players! Tailgating before the game was second to none!

130

Date of experience: September 2016

12-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Clemson Football!!

This place rocks! Love our Clemson Tigers. The entrance to the stadium by the players is one of the best in the nation. Awesome tailgating going on all over campus. A must see if ever in the area.

132

Date of experience: September 2016

11-Sep-16

ACC

Clemson

4

Hard to afford thanks IPTAY

Not a Clemson fan at all but I love college football. Tickets have gone through the roof thanks to IPTAY. Not much here other then going to a football game. But we did enjoy going to see Clemson play Troy.

134

Date of experience: September 2015

3-Aug-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Love Clemson

Went back to see how Clemson had changed since going to school there in the early 80's. The town had grown but it was great to be back in Tiger Town!!

135

Date of experience: August 2016

2-Aug-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Go Tigers!~

This is a small bowl in the ground, however its been known to reach 112db. This sweet southern college town is such a treat to experience. There is truly something about these hills at Clemson University.

137

Date of experience: October 2015

18-Jul-16

ACC

Clemson

5

It isn't the same as Beaver Stadium in State College ...

... but few places are. I have been to quite a few college footbal venues and this one is very nice. Easy in and out and the crowd is great (again not in a class with Happy Valley) but still a great experience.

140

Date of experience: November 2015

17-Jun-16

ACC

Clemson

5

The BEST

A very impressive stadium with a terrific atmosphere. The fans are nice and helpful. Sit in the lower deck if possible!

142

Date of experience: November 2015

4-Jun-16

ACC

Clemson

5

The Best

What can you say if you are a Clemson fan. Let me say this for visitors. You will not find a more exciting place to watch a college football game. You will find it easy to find parking, easy to get out and enjoyable while you are here. Family atmosphere and friendly environment.

143

Date of experience: October 2015

2-Jun-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Clemson football

I enjoyed watching Clemson win the football game. The organization of all the people was great - very little time to wait to leave after the game.

146

Date of experience: November 2015

10-May-16

ACC

Clemson

4

Like entering the coliseum

Every time I go to a game at Death Valley I am awestruck by the size of the place (seats 83 thousand) and the marvelous condition of the place. The games are loud, the fans fanatical, yet most are under control. A true meaning of college football and all the finest things that go on during a match.

149

Date of experience: November 2015

21-Apr-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Clemson Football

This is the best football atmosphere anywhere. There are always thousands and thousands of tailgaters. Very vocal crowd but they are very friendly and hospital. The crowd is the 12Th. man on the field.Great to visit as a fan but not good for the visiting team on the field. It is very noisy.

151

Date of experience: September 2015

8-Apr-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best College Stadium in the Country!

I'm a little biased, since I graduated from Clemson, but I love Memorial Stadium! I was able to attend several games there last year and hope to attend several this coming season. Even took my son there for his first football game this past season! Go Tigers!

153

Date of experience: September 2015

15-Mar-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Football

There is no place on earth that is better than Memorial Stadium for football. The atmosphere is electric. We bought session tickets for 2016!

154

Date of experience: September 2015

10-Mar-16

ACC

Clemson

5

A MUST

must go to this during a football game!players running down the hill is just.. awesome!very packed during football season.tailgating EVERYWHERE!!beautiful campus.

155

Date of experience: October 2015

1-Mar-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Great stadium, great game

We went to see a Clemson football game and were not disappointed. The stadium is huge, saw a great game. Will definitely be back next season for more football. Everyone was friendly. Trying to park was the only problem, get there early.

156

Date of experience: November 2015

1-Mar-16

ACC

Clemson

4

The time of your life

Memorial Stadium, otherwise known as Death Valley to those who have walked the hallowed halls of Clemson University (and those who have fallen to the mighty Tigers), is an evolving masterpiece. Many of the reviews talk about the food and the traffic, but that is not really what defines this stadium. The University has built on to this stadium, and I'll admit that the upper deck is a pretty scary place to be! But if you are fortunate enough to be in the lower deck, preferably seated under the overhang of the upper deck, you can really watch some football. The view from the boxes is even better ... if you can get that! The "home" side, otherwise known as the South stands, used to have a fantastic view of the lake, and on a clear day you could even see some mountains. Now that the West End Zone has been enclosed, not so much, but Death Valley is surely a pretty stadium and the football here has been first-rate for the last several years.

157

Date of experience: November 2015

13-Feb-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Most exciting 25 seconds in college football

Voted loudest stadium, best tailgating, best in ACC. 82500 fans in the stadium and another 40000 tailgating around the stadium. Great fans. Inviting. Running down the hill a great tradition meeting at the paw on the field after the game another.

161

Date of experience: October 2015

31-Jan-16

ACC

Clemson

5

LOVE THIS PLACE

OMG... I didn't even LIKE football until I went to my first Clemson Football game. The fans here are the nicest, and the school spirit is absolutely contagious. WOW!!!!

162

Date of experience: August 2015

25-Jan-16

ACC

Clemson

5

Best College Football Stadium!!

This stadium is incredibly unique! The combination of the crowd, environment, hospitality, excitement, traditions, and orange is indescribable. Clemson fans are truly the kindest and the weather is usually great. If you can't go to a football, it's worth seeing at least!

163

Date of experience: October 2015

30-Dec-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Not New England College Football

I when to the BC-Clemson game. Death Valley is far different than Alumni Stadium. It's a tailgate experience and game like no other. There's not much in Clemson, but what there is revolves around Clemson football. It was a very cool experience.

164

Date of experience: December 2015

23-Dec-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Photo day with the ACC trophy and the Rock

The sun was shining, cover off the rock, ACC trophy front and center for photographs - very memorable day. Its a beautiful stadium - apparently fans have to pay extra for seats with backs - seats are not too steep, symmetrical seating, nice view of the university. Memorable day -

165

Date of experience: November 2015

16-Dec-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Amazing game.

Must have tickets bought in advance; otherwise pay extra from people selling in street. Extraordinary experience.

166

Date of experience: November 2015

15-Dec-15

ACC

Clemson

5

The Best Collegiate Football Experience Ever

The Stadium itself might not be state of the art, but the atmosphere and fans are first class. Tailgating around the stadium is like none other.

167

Date of experience: October 2015

14-Dec-15

ACC

Clemson

5

As good as it gets on Saturdays

Clemson Memorial Stadium is the greatest place to watch a college football game. The atmosphere is great, the crowd is insane, the noise level is through the roof, and right now they're the #1 team in the nation.

168

Date of experience: November 2015

23-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

4

Great atmosphere & place to tailgate, don't enter the stadium hungry

Great atmosphere to see a football game, nice fans and a tremendous amount of tailgating. We are from out of state & on a college visit, so we ate downtown then headed to the stadium. It was an easy walk, don't expect to park near the stadium unless you plan in advance or arrive early.Only complaint is stadium food, choices not great, prices were similar to "Yankee Stadium" prices, $4 for bottled water, $6 or more for sodas. Food choices were not great, hot dogs/corn dogs/nachos/pretzels/pizza and were not cheap. No beer in the stadium (typical for a college game), many fans left at halftime to continue their tailgating.

169

Date of experience: November 2015

22-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

5

A great college football venue

What a great place to watch some college football. The teams entrance into the stadium is one of the best. There are no bad seats, and the Clemson fans are awesone. One suggestion though is that food vendors start accepting debit cards.

170

Date of experience: October 2015

20-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Best college game day experience ever!

Nothing like watching my Tigers play in Death Valley, even in the rain!! From tailgating to running down the hill!

171

Date of experience: October 2015

18-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

5

The real Death Valley!!

I have been to numerous football games around the country and nothing is like a game in Death Valley. The fans are wonderful and there's really no 'bad' seats. It is a wonderful experience even if you are not a tiger fan.

172

Date of experience: November 2015

8-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

3

Great place, traffic sucks

We came down for a football game and tailgating. They closed the 2 tailgating area due to it being too wet and had no other accommodation set. So paid $350 for a spot and got no parking. Took 4 hours to get and find a spot. The game was great stadium is awesome but they have not accommodations for this many people or how to handle traffic. When the game was over it took 3 1/2 hours before we actually got out of the parking lot. Worse place I have ever been for traffic. If you have no plans or time is not an issue visit this place when there is no game.

174

Date of experience: September 2015

2-Nov-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Go Tigers!

A great place to cheer on the Tigers! It's beautiful inside and out! Even if you're just passing through Clemson, you should drive by this beautiful landmark!

175

Date of experience: October 2015

29-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Buckit list quality experience for college football fans

Espoused to be the most exciting 25 seconds in College football the entrance of the Clemson football team leaving the buses, rubbing the rock and running down the hill into the first Death valley of 82,500 in the stadium and just maybe an equal number outside tail gating is something to experience. Welcoming Clemson fans over hundreds of acres of parking lots tail gating, cooking everything imaginable form grill to grill. Best seats south stands lower level behind the team. Most comfortable the new WEZ west endzone with food served before and at half time covered and air conditioned. Best lot to tailgate Lot 5 or the Motor Home lot behind the baseball stadium. Visitor parking sucks so purchase a parking space. Stub hub or Tigernet.com. Winner of loudest stadium and best college venue. Clemson keeps investing and improving every year. Come to wear the Blue Ridge Yawn their greatness. Where the Tigers play

176

Date of experience: October 2015

26-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

No other place like it!!

This is the best stadium in the world for football. No place like Death Valley in Clemson. No place like Clemson fans. No other tailgate experience even comes close!

177

Date of experience: October 2015

24-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Awesome experience!!!!!

Our seats were way up high in corner and yet I thought the view was amazing. It rained the entire time but it managed to take nothing away from the moment. First time visit and I thought it was soooo cool. Loved seeing Clemson run down the hill. The loss was crushing to my Irish and I hated to lose but still glad I went. After the game my brother and I went down on the field. So incredible. Then we got to touch Howard's Rock! We were probably the last two to do it bc the guy was yelling at us to get away. Oops! Best part of Clemson are the amazing kind people from there. They welcomed us like I've never seen. Nicest people ever. I'm now a fan and I hope they go on to win the national championship. (Since my Irish won't!)

178

Date of experience: October 2015

20-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Best Football Stadium!!! Go Tigers -electrifying

Best football team in the state....clean stadium, excellent attendants and food choices, maintained bathrooms, easy access, super football team!!! To tigers

179

Date of experience: October 2015

19-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

4

Must for Clemson Football fans

The stadium is enormous, and most of the seats have a good view. The first few rows in the corners of the North/South stands are at a weird angle, though. And I don't recommend the Top Deck to those with heart conditions or vertigo, because the steps are very steep, and there are a lot of them. And as others have said, plan to walk to the stadium--there is a shuttle for those with disabilities--and traffic on the way out requires lots of patience.

180

Date of experience: October 2015

18-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Go Tigers

Clemson vs Boston College game Great fun Clemson fans are awesome and some of the most friendly people you'll meet

181

Date of experience: October 2015

18-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Small town, big stadium, huge fans

We went for the homecoming game against Boston College. Stadium was pretty full and impressively orange! Very good view from lower deck and show on the field during down times. Traffic fairly congested on the way out.

182

Date of experience: October 2015

18-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Electrifying!!

I love my Clemson Tigers. Memorial Stadium is always so much fun. It is easy to get to and the facility is always clean. The staff is always very friendly.

183

Date of experience: November 2014

15-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Away Fan

I absolutely loved my experience at Memorial Stadium. It was clean, extremely family friendly-- they had a stroller check in area! The stadium itself is kind of small in comparison to others I've visited, but the traditions are great. Fans were polite, security was plentiful. I would love to go back as an away visitor.

184

Date of experience: October 2015

14-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Best Stadium in South Carolina

Death Valley never disappoints on any level. You get what you pay for as far as a view, staff is always super friendly. Love that you get to go on the field AFTER the game! Go Tigers!

185

Date of experience: October 2015

11-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

2

Clemson vs. Georgia Tech football

My wife and I went to the game football Saturday at Clemson in the rain and watched a really good Clemson team beat GT. The stadium is nice but the traffic and the way it is directed is as bad as any stadium I have ever been to, gotta be a better plan than the one they are using, especially the closer you get to the stadium, it is poorly done. Once we arrived we really had no idea where our seats were since there is no diagram on the ticket, so we showed 3 people our tickets that were working for the university, one was at the information desk on the north east corner of the stadium, asking each where we were supposed to go and all three sent us to a gate, halfway down the stadium with an elevator on our right; when we showed her our ticket she said we were on the wrong side of the stadium, so we had to walk half way around the stadium to the correct elevator. This is really not acceptable and placed a sour taste in our mouths about incompetence of the support staff working on game day at Memorial Stadium. Fortunately, these are problems that can be solved and hopefully they will. The game and atmosphere was good and the Tigers took care of business, bottom line.

186

Date of experience: October 2015

4-Oct-15

ACC

Clemson

5

College Football Mecca

Went to an epic game between Clemson and Notre Dame. It was under the lights and it was off the charts. The decibel levels stayed above 100 most if the game with 80k fans at full throat. Memorial Stadium in Death Valley reminds me of a Roman Coliseum...very intimidating to any opponent. The facilities were basic and it was apparent to me that all the focus is on football without the frills. I am amazed how well the field held up through the crazy amount of rain we had. The only issue I had was with parking. Our general lot C1 was a mile away from the stadium with no retun shuttle, it cost $20 to park there and it took an entire hour to be allowed out of the lot by the state troopers directing traffic. I will definitely be back to see another game and enjoy the awesome tailgating. Go Tigers!

187

Date of experience: September 2015

29-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Best Stadium in the country

GO TIGERS!!! this is where you can watch the football team play. really an experience you should not miss.

188

Date of experience: September 2015

25-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

I got in!!!

The entrance was locked up but a door was unlocked so I was able to take pictures. Wouldn't mind going there to see a Clemson Tiger game.

189

Date of experience: September 2015

22-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Awesome experience

We have been to "Death Valley" many times, but had never reviewed for TripAdvisor. This stadium is unbelievable, with the noise level hard to imagine. The spirit here is unsurpassed at any collegiate venue anywhere!!! We look forward to each Clemson home game.

190

Date of experience: September 2015

17-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

I can't believe the size of this stadium

This stadium is massive! I would love to come here for a football game. Loved driving around the campus

192

Date of experience: September 2015

9-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Clemson Footbal

The best place for a football game. Beautiful campus!! Great atmosphere. Watching the Clemson tiger football team touch "the Rock" and then run down the hill and onto the field is so awesome!!!! Nothing beats Clemson!!!

193

Date of experience: September 2015

7-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Fantastic college football atmosphere

For anyone who loves college football Clemson is a fantastic place to see a game. The fans are great even to the opposing team. When the players run down on to the field the place just goes crazy.

194

Date of experience: September 2015

5-Sep-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Home

Lucky to get to experience this venue year after year. Top rate facility with unmatched views of campus, Blue Ridge Mountains, and Hartwell Lake.

195

Date of experience: August 2015

26-Aug-15

ACC

Clemson

4

Bloody big stadium! Wow

Fantastic facility for a university. Apparently it holds 84,000! I'd love to be able to watch a game there. The atmosphere would be awesome.

197

Date of experience: October 2014

10-Aug-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Must experience for Football Fanatics

If College Football is your thing then Death Valley is a must see. Be prepared to come early and stay late as the Tailgating is always at the top of the list. Southern hospitality at its finest, unless you are wearing the colors of the opposing team.

198

Date of experience: November 2014

28-Jul-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Best College Football Stadiums

As a graduate of Clemson University, I might be a tad biased, but I will say that I have been to many stadiums (pro & college) and when the Tigers run down the hill...there is nothing else like it in sports!

199

Date of experience: November 2014

26-Jul-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Saturdays in the Park

The atmosphere can be electric during the fall. When the Tigers are doing well, the place is alive. Lots of strong traditions, camaraderie, and even if you're a visitor, the home folks try to help out.

200

Date of experience: October 2014

23-Jul-15

ACC

Clemson

5

Awesome place to spend a fall Saturday afternoon.

Over the years, I have been to Memorial Stadium many times. The energy and atmosphere are both awesome. Tailgating before, during and after the game always gives us a chance to catch up with friends we haven't seen in a while and watching the most exciting 25 seconds in college football is always a very cool experience.

202

Date of experience: October 2014

4-Jun-15

ACC

Clemson

5

What's not to LOVE?

This stadium is just incredible. When I came to Clemson, I was not a football fan, but after my first game, I will forever be a Tiger. This stadium gives me goosebumps at every single game. I even love walking by in the summer, when all the students are gone. It's just a wonderful stadium full of history and memories. A Clemson game is NEVER forgotten and forever in your heart.