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Date of experience: November 2015

13-Jan-16

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Florida State

Center of the Universe

If you are looking for the ultimate college football experience, head to Doak Campbell Stadium to see Florida State take on Clemson or Florida (in 2016) or Miami (in 2017). Coach Jimbo Fisher's Seminoles won the 2013 National Championship and will be contenders in 2016 and 2017, thus you will see some of college football's top athletes. Furthermore, Doak is a special place to watch the game, with 80,000+ screaming fans, the amazing world-renowned Marching Chiefs, cheerleaders, etc., etc. If you get there for a rivalry game, you'll thank me!

Date of experience: November 2015

5-Jan-16

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Florida State

Wish they would choose some different pregame music

Depending on where you sit, the music can be too loud. Also, they tend to choose music for only the younger folks. I have attended probably 10 games so far and always enjoyed it.

Date of experience: October 2015

13-Dec-15

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Florida State

Home of the FSU Seminoles

I have attended football games here for forty years. It has changed throughout the years with the amazing success of the Seminole football team coached by Bobby Bowden and Jimbo Fisher. I went to the FSU game with Miami in October. After the games, there was a fireworks display that rivaled a Fourth of July display. If visiting the FSU campus, stop by to see statues of Bobby Bowden and the "Uncomquered" Osceola with the burning spear.

Date of experience: November 2015

4-Dec-15

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Florida State

Very nice stadium to watch football

Stadium looks nice from the outside and from the stands but beneath the stands you can still see the old honeycomb. Florida State University redid the outside simply by adding a new brick facade all around a number of years back. They have also updated the suites & video board. There are a lot of concessions on every level so you don't have to go far to get something to eat or drink. Parking for visitors is not the easiest. Coming from the east the best thing to do is park at the civic center & ride their shuttles to the stadium. We came in from the west and were lucky enough to find a small grass parking lot that held about 80 cars only a short walk to the stadium. I can only imagine just how hot sitting on the sunny side would be in Sep. Glad we were there in Nov.

Date of experience: October 2015

14-Oct-15

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Florida State

One of my favorite places on Earth!

I LOVE attending football games at Florida State University's Bobby Bowden Field at Doak Campbell Stadium! I attend every home game. The facilities are amazing, the fans are friendly, and the traditions are so special including Chief Osceola spearing the field on the horse named Renegade. I have been to many other stadiums for other college and NFL games, but nothing compares to the experience at Doak Campbell. There is no bad seat in the house, though I prefer to sit as close to the 50-yard-line as possible. I usually end up sitting between the 20 and 30 yard lines, and it is fantastic. The Florida State University Marching Chiefs are such an incredible marching band, and they always get the crowds into the music. Performances are enhanced by the fabulous color guard and majorettes with featured baton twirlers; I never miss the half-time show. The atmosphere and energy at Doak Campbell Stadium is too special to fully put into words! The stadium is the home of the 1993, 1999, and 2013 national champions. I really love the traditions including the War Chant. Even outside the stadium, there are several statues and other attractions including the Sod Cemetery, the Sportsmanship statue, the Bobby Bowden statue, and the Unconquered statue that is lit in flames for football games. If you haven't been to a game at Doak Campbell Stadium yet, get a ticket to a football game and enjoy...and GO FSU SEMINOLES! :)

Date of experience: October 2015

14-Oct-15

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Florida State

A Seminole fans dream come true!

I have been a Noles fan for over 30 years now and this was my first visit to Doak. Thanks to my amazing wife, my dream has finally come true. Spent the entire day on campus, tailgating with the greatest fans in the NCAA. Then I got to watch my Noles give "duh U" its annual beat down. Go Noles! It was a great game. There is nothing in the world that can compare to 80,000 fans doing the Seminole War Chant in the 4th qtr of a rivalry game. A truly magical experience and highly recommended!

Date of experience: September 2015

9-Sep-15

ACC

Florida State

We love the Florida State Seminoles!

Beautiful stadium, home of big time college football, and the #2 band in the nation, the Marching Chiefs. We go every year for at least one game and always have a great time!

Date of experience: September 2015

7-Sep-15

ACC

Florida State

Do the Chop!

Take in a game at enjoy the excitement! Stadium is close quarters though. Can hardly move down the isles as seats are so close, its an old college stadium.

Date of experience: September 2015

6-Sep-15

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Florida State

First FSU game!

This was my first Florida State game I had ever been to! Beautiful outdoor brick stadium. Just a tip, bring a seat cushion with a back on it for comfort. No alcohol allowed on campus, so pre game before you come. Seemed a lot of people were confused about what section they were in while they were looking for their seats. Parking is a commodity, so be prepared for a little walk unless you're part of the booster club. The game ended with some good fireworks. Great game with the Noles chalking up their first win!

Date of experience: November 2014

1-Sep-15

ACC

Florida State

Beautiful!!!!

This is my favorite stadium! It's so exhilarating to see 80,000 Seminole fans doing the 'chop! Definitely get to a game!

Date of experience: November 2014

12-Aug-15

ACC

Florida State

Always a Seminole

Nothing better than Seminole Football on a Saturday afternoon. The roar of the crowd is like no other. Renegade was voted the number one mascot in college football.

Date of experience: November 2014

24-Jun-15

ACC

Florida State

A Young stadium steeped in tradition.

While this stadium is not "old" in the big scheme of college football, I've been around to watch it's transformation, and it is now one of the most beautiful stadiums I have visited. The brick fa??ade and towering spires are steeped in a great tradition, although it continues to grow and adapt. This stadium holds approximately 85,000 fans, but is usually easy to navigate and find your seats. There is plenty of "stadium food" to choose from, and most of it is not bad!

Date of experience: September 2014

24-Jun-15

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Florida State

Must see in the fall

Yes, it is old, but look from the inside out. The atmosphere during game is exhilarating. Great for kids also. The Cief come out of a "garage" and there is always Renegade and Osceola. (horse and rider).Take a tour if you can through all the surrounding buildings and University Center.

Date of experience: September 2014

12-Apr-15

ACC

Florida State

Football games in the fall, in Tallahassee are the best

Visiting Tallahassee in the fall, and catching a football game is about the most fun as you trip down memory lane to your own college days. There is something timeless about the experience. The one thing that I found to be less than ideal was the limited parking and the expensive fees to park in some areas. The range of m resturants was fine and the pre-game festivities were really fun. Don't miss going to a game, if you're in the area.

Date of experience: October 2014

20-Jan-15

ACC

Florida State

Wow, needs to be refurbished!

For many years we have traveled all over the SEC for football games. Other than Tennessee, all of the stadiums are clean, up to date and perfect places to view games. Then we came to Talahassee!! This is a beautiful campus with lovely buildings but the stadium services are really bad. The womens' bathrooms were dirty, damp, and the ceilings were peeling. The concession areas were straight out of a horror film and the people who were working the stadium were like the living dead. It was a dirty, dark and dismal experience. But then, the game started, the sun came out and it was a great victory and a good day. Now, I realize that truthfully, Tennessee's stadium is better and I can't imagine saying that. Come on, clean this place up!!

Date of experience: November 2014

1-Jan-15

ACC

Florida State

Impressive

I couldn't get over the size of this stadium! Coming from a school that did not (and still doesn't) have a great football team it was so surprising to me to see such a large stadium for college ball. I wish I would have known ahead of time that you could rent bleacher chairs but a lot of the game was viewed standing up so I guess it did not matter.

Date of experience: September 2014

29-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

Standard Stadium

We've watched many games at this stadium. The stadium itself is standard, but the games are interesting and the food is actually pretty good. Bring a cushion for the seat if you need/want one - the seats are metal and very uncomfortable. Also, bring a jacket depending on where you're sitting - people start shivering once the sun starts to dip at a night game. (It gets really cold.) Plenty of parking make getting to the stadium easy.

Date of experience: November 2014

7-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

Great place to watch football

Probably been here 15 times for games and have never been disappointed with the view, The seats are metal and uncomfortable but you are up and down often cheering so it's not that bad. I have never gone there without tailgating prior to the game so I'm not sure where Slayridez06 was but they sure were not at Doak. During game day all the parking lots are full of people tailgating. I have had traffic stopped by the Police so that I could walk across the road with a drink in my hand.

Date of experience: December 2014

5-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

Great Place To Watch FSU Game.......No Alcohol for Sale

Most of the seats are bleachers with no backs. So bring a cushion if you cant handle sitting on a metal bench. Some of the "Season Ticket" seats have a temporary cushioned seat with cushioned back installed for each game. Plenty of food available for purchase, but they do not sell any alcohol in the stadium, and alcohol is NOT permitted in the parking lots either. Bathrooms were the usual mess you find at any stadium. There is NO COVER....so you will be out in whatever the weather for the day. Every seat in the house is great, and the Vibe is amazing. If this review helps your planning, please leave me a helpful vote.......GO NOLES !!!

Date of experience: November 2014

3-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

Fun College Football Experience

Really enjoyed this trip. It far exceeded my expectations in terms of affordability. Parking was only $10 at the Civic Center, which is within walking distance of the Stadium and also offers a shuttle for $5 round trip. Traffic flow leaving wasn't as bad as I expected. Concessions prices were very fair. All in all a really good place to watch college football.

Date of experience: November 2014

2-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

"BEST PLACE TO WATCH COLLEGE FOOTBALL"

A must if you visit Tallahassee in the fall on Saturday's. Just to see Chief Osceola & his horse renegade ride out on Bobby Bowden's Field & Spike the Flaming Spear !! This is "the best tradition in College Football" - Then watch the No 1 Seminole's play Football!!!

Date of experience: November 2014

1-Dec-14

ACC

Florida State

It was pretty good

I am thinking FSU could do a good job on a good day. However, the weather sucked for the FSU/BC game and once you get past the gorgeous facade, some of the stadiums issues become apparent. First, many of the concession places don't take credit cards. Second, the concourse drains poorly. I have been to lots of stadiums that were better.

Date of experience: November 2014

10-Nov-14

ACC

Florida State

Travel Tips for First-Timers to Doak Campbell Stadium

Getting ThereWe drove to Tallahassee from Fort Walton Beach to attend Homecoming 2014 Virginia vs FSU at 6:30PM on a Saturday night. Attended with my adult brother and my teenage son. We elected to not take in the Friday night pre-game activities that we heard were a lot of fun. You might want to consider those if you're intent on staying the night the evening before the game. Hotels are abundant but very pricey (hundreds of dollars per room is typical) for home game weekends, which factored into our decision to drive over on game day. We didn't intend to tailgate so our objective was to get there, get parked, take in some of the pre-game festivities and get to our seats in time for the on-field traditions prior to kick-off. (OK. To be completely honest, we considered stopping by the Publix near FSU and taking a selfie with crab legs in the seafood department. But we elected not to do so.) We left by 12:15PM Central Time and arrived by 3:45 with plenty of time to spare to walk to the stadium and take in the pre-game ambience. We had purchased our tickets months ahead of time in August on StubHub as our game was to be a sell-out because of Homecoming. That being said, I would recommend getting your tickets purchased well in advance of the game although I did encounter a handful of scalpers while walking up to the stadium.ParkingI researched ahead of time and learned that parking would be a challenge around the stadium due to game day traffic. So, I purchased a parking ticket via ParkWhiz.com for Shell Station on West Tennessee Street. $30. Sheesh. We arrived two and a half hours before kick-off to take in the sights. Traffic was already starting to swell in the area but there was ample parking available at the gas station and our car was in full view of the attendant the entire time. Also, when the game was over, getting out was easy because we didn't have to fight traffic.Walking to the StadiumThat being said, it was a bit of a hike from W Tennessee Street down Stadium Drive to the stadium from our parking location. I'm in good shape and didn't mind the walk. But, be prepared to walk, and walk, and walk leisurely 15 minutes through the campus (or for about 15 minutes along the west side of Stadium Drive if you're not inclined to go on campus) to get to Doak Campbell Stadium.BathroomsThey are in abundance in the stadium beneath the bleachers. They facilities I visited mid-way through the game seemed to be adequately maintained, but I wouldn't call them pristine by any measure. LOL. Hand soaps and sinks were readily available.Pre-Game FestivitiesI highly recommend going to the Mike Martin Field at Dick Howser Stadium (the baseball stadium) just adjacent to the north of Doak Campbell Stadium two hours prior to kick-off. It's free and open to the public. Just grab a seat and enjoy the FSU Marching Chiefs band warm up as each section performs briefly (e.g., flutes/woodwinds, brass, tubas, drum corp) and then the entire band plays. It's a great way to tap into the excitement of game day energy and be sure to bring your video camera or smartphone to capture the event. Fans will get their first game day opportunity to participate with the band and other fans in the famous Seminole war chant. Fun and memorable.Taking In the HeritageWander around to the "north" side of the stadium (which is actually the northwest side to most people who pay attention to maps) and you'll see a statue of Bobby Bowden and you can peek into the stadium and see all the NCAA championship trophies in clear view. This is also the side of the stadium where the locker rooms are located, so FSU players enter and exit the stadium from this side. We purchased a $5 game day program from a vendor walking aroundFoodAs a first-timer, I was taken in by the smell of food being cooked by the tailgaters all around us. We were told there would be food vendors in abundance. But, we did not see any...until we entered the stadium. The food vendors are underneath the stands inside the stadium building. That's where you'll find the food. Be prepared to pay cash. Prices are in line with most stadium food prices I have experienced. Stadium concession stands are plentiful and redundant all around and there can buy nachos for five dollars, pretzels and drinks for a bit less, popcorn, peanuts, etc. A few name brand vendors (e.g., Sonny's Barbecue, Chick-Fil-A, and Pizza Hut) are located near the south entrance and the fare is limited but familiar if you frequent those places. Late in the game when it started getting very cool, we were able to purchase hot chocolate for $5 near the name brand vendors. Interestingly, hot chocolate was not available for sale at the stadium concession stands.Memorabilia and CollectiblesIf you want to take a remembrance home with you, there were memorabilia vendors selling collectibles near the south entrance. There were also t-shirt vendors in abundance. Their offerings are nothing compared to the motherlode to be found in the souvenir shop that is open throughout the game at the south entrance of the stadium. We spent 30 minutes shopping after the game because the offerings are so abundant. I took home a dog leash for my sister who is a dog lover and FSU fan girl. Pre-Game Events In the StadiumThe pre-game introductions are a high production value event. The band sits in a reserved section above the south end zone. They begin playing well before kick-off. It was Homecoming for our game and they made their way on to the field with an alumni band to play the alma mater and national anthem. They also played the visiting team's fight song, which I thought was a classy gesture. The team introductions are a full-on spectacle with the starter's introductory profile mug shots emblazoned on high-definition TV screens on either end of the stadium. When the team runs out, fireworks go off en masse on the northern perimeter of the stadium. The team forms a line on the west side of the field as the spectacle that is Chief Osceola and Renegade unfolds before war chants. It's unlike anything I've seen at a football game. The energy is indescribable.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osceola_and_RenegadeSeats and the GameOur seats were in Section 30 row 6 which was near between the 5 and 10 yard line. We had a great side view of the goal and the various FSU cheerleader squads rotated throughout the game while performing right in front of us. There was a rolling network camera rig on a track on the perimeter of the field that rolled in and out of our view during the game. But, it never blocked our view. If you want to tap into the energy and enthusiasm emanating from the field, the first 10-15 rows are the place to be. We were delighted with our seats although we did require the assistance of the high-definition stadium screens to capture the flow of some of the running plays. Even so, I wouldn't change a thing. Our seatmates were polite and pleasant and...fully...fully engaged in the game. Shouts and droning choruses began each time Virginia prepared to snap the ball. We got our own personal hand-held videos of FSU touchdowns and goal-line stops. We were also close enough to the band to enjoy the sights and sounds up close.In SummaryI have traveled the world and seen many sights. But, the spectacle of FSU college football in a meaningful game against a division opponent is unrivaled if you're a sports fan. It will be a lifelong memory for me, my son and my brother. In preparation for my trip, I found it difficult to find information for first-timers that spoke to the game day experience at Doak Campbell Stadium. So, I took the time to write down my impressions here for the benefit of others who will also be attending the first time in the future. I hope that the sharing of our experience has been helpful. And, yes, we will be making a return trip to another game in the future. I don't know why I waited so long. Go 'Noles!

Date of experience: October 2014

22-Oct-14

ACC

Florida State

Awesome Game!

Went to see Notre Dame play FSU this past saturday, it was an awesome game experience! The campus is scenic with a lot of neat areas to check out before the game. The stadium seats pack you in a little tighter than some of the other stadiums which was a slight drawback, but we stood most of the game anyway. Concessions were a tad on the high side, I'm guessing because they just won the national title. Decent selection though and not a lot of waiting. Parking was a bear because we didn't have a pass and it seemed like every single lot required some sort of pass or club membership. We did do this trip last minute though so probably our fault. Any first timers going in the future should get advice on parking and it shouldn't be a problem. Overall awesome time though, especially cool seeing the chief plant the flaming spear into the field before kickoff!

Date of experience: October 2014

21-Oct-14

ACC

Florida State

Great place to watch the game even if you are an opposing fan

This was my first visit to the Seminoles stadium and it did not disappoint relative to the friendliness of the fans and the beauty of the stadium grounds. There are some excellent statues all around the stadium, including Unconquered, Sportsmanship and of course, Bobby Bowden. The Sportsmanship statue was my favorite. Although we almost beat the Seminoles in the last few seconds, there was no insulting comments or jeers from Seminole fans. The tailgate experience was first rate and they truly exude Southern hospitality. Every seat in the stadium provides an excellent view of the game. The only downsides-you could hardly hear the public address system to know what penalty was called during the game and exiting the stadium is definitely an extreme chore. From leaving the stands themselves (even going down huge ramps, we were backed up several times and had to stop and wait--can't they open more exits at the end?!!) and the traffic out of the campus is almost unbearable. However, you can't miss the game day experience at this stadium.

Date of experience: October 2014

21-Oct-14

ACC

Florida State

Sardine in a sardine can!

Don't get me wrong..watching the Seminoles play football is always excellent especially at Bobby Bowden Field, but this stadium was not built with the comfort of the fan in mind. It was built to squeeze in as many fans as cheaply as possible. The seats are narrow and cramped and the concessions are poor and bathrooms are dated and dirty. When the stadium is full like it was this past Saturday night (Go Noles!) it is nearly impossible to walk down the aisle and stairs as fans are literally sitting in the aisles and along the ends of the benches. The production is definitely second to none as far as the pre-game with the band, Chief Osceola and Renegade is something really special to watch and the game will go down as an all time classic but I hate the feeling of being a sardine squeezed into a sardine can. If it wasn't for the atmosphere I'd stay home in the comfort of my own home and watch the game on TV.

Date of experience: September 2014

12-Sep-14

ACC

Florida State

Stadium Salt on Pop Corn

Just saying....I gave several people around me the opportunity to taste one (1) piece of pop corn I purchased from the concession stand. EVERY person said, "no thank you" to a second piece, because of the amount of salt. It is really hard to explain, but I would guess it was comparable to eating a piece of rock salt. Me nor my friend that also got a box could eat it all, or even close. I am not saying, 'do not root for your Seminoles', but I am saying, "do not get any pop corn".All in All....FSU does a terrible job serving food and concessions. You may want to use one of the outside vendors that pay a fortune, I am guessing, to even be in the stadium, but most of their food has a good flavor and can be just as filling.p.s. FSU.........the extreme amount of salt did not make us go buy a second $6 soda.

Date of experience: September 2014

11-Sep-14

ACC

Florida State

What an experience

Even though I'm not a Seminoles fan I had a great time. To see Chief Osceola and Renegade along with the dedicated fans was worth it. All the seats at the stadium are good seats.

Date of experience: November 2013

2-Sep-14

ACC

Florida State

Go Noles

I am a die hard Nole fan and this is my second home! I love the atmosphere and excitement you experience during the football games. Win or lose this is the place to be during football season!

Date of experience: August 2013

23-Jul-14

ACC

Florida State

NOLES

where the home is of the noles. a must see if it is game day. drive down and enjoy yourself, where ever you may be.also it is the largest red brick structure in the US.

Date of experience: November 2013

30-Jun-14

ACC

Florida State

FSU at it's BEST

What has been accomplished there in the past 20 years us miraculous! The FANS adore FSU and FSU adores them right back,. For a total history of this amazing stadium, read DYNASTY by Charlie Barnes. You'll get the entire scenario!

Date of experience: September 2021

26-Sep-21

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great stadium for football

Great venue for a game anytime of day, but especially at night. You get a fantastic view of the Atlanta skyline looking to the south. Excellent sight lines, not a bad seat. Oldest on campus college stadium in the country.

Date of experience: November 2019

8-Dec-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great Stadium Views

Every seat is close to the action. Fantastic skyline views of Atlanta especially at night. More concessions would make it perfect.

Date of experience: October 2019

11-Nov-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great stadium to visit and passionate yellow jackets fans

We visited the stadium fir the match against Pittsburgh. Easy stadium to find and gain entrance. Loved the pre match entertainment , and the yellow jackets fans support for their team even though they were having a losing season and lost this match too. Great views across downtown especially after dark. Loved it !!!

Date of experience: September 2019

15-Sep-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great game - but staff need to back off when it??s 98 degrees and people looking for shade!!

We went to the game 9/7/2019The game was soooo hot! I stepped under a stairwell because I felt faint. This stadium worker came up on me yelling telling meTo move . I asked her to back off as I felt faint. She continued yelling at me. There was only 2 people- who also looked faint- standing or sitting there with me.. it was about the beginning of the second quarter so there wasn??t heavy traffic .. she was relentless so I went to concession area. Your workers need trained on hospitality and just kindness in general!!!!! There was no cold water . I bought 3 bottles bc lines to drinking fountains were so long and I needed hydrated quickly . About 3rd quarterSomeone told me about water tower outside . I got one bottle filled and when I went back it was totally empty.. this huge 7 foot water station empty... so I had to buy 3 more hot water bottles .. this is so poorly laid out... and no shaded areas without getting SCREAMED at by staff...

Date of experience: September 2019

15-Sep-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Beautiful view of the city

The stadium is old and offers very little protection from the weather but it has a beautiful view of the city

Date of experience: September 2018

25-Feb-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Good experience

Went for a football game. Location is good- an easy walk from our hotel. Lots of decent food and drink options. Great view of the game as well as the city skyline! Fans were well behaved and we did not see any trouble.

Date of experience: November 2018

3-Feb-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Awesome Football Venue!!

This is a wonderful Football Stadium. We had great seats and had a wonderful game. We Wish Coach Johnson a fond farewell and seeing the last home game was a thrill.

Date of experience: October 2018

28-Jan-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Really neat old stadium, fans not so much

We came down to Atlanta to see Clemson play Georgia Tech. We enjoyed the stadium but not the concessions.I waited in line for approximately 45 minutes to get my food an missed most of the 2nd qtr. We were in the upper deck in the end zone and they don't have enough concessions there or workers.We enjoyed the pre-game activities. Heard the band play and watched the Clemson players get off the bus.Overall, it was a good experience and I would come again but the concession wait really put a damper on our overall experience.

Date of experience: November 2018

14-Jan-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great Stadium, Rude Fans

Staff and facilities great & easily walk able/accessible from where we parked; fans in attendance, not so much. We were near the student section but not only did they stand the entire game, they stood ON their seats, making it impossible (even for my 6'2" brother in law) to see without standing on our own seats. At first I thought it was just me/us but I saw the frustration on the faces of everyone around us attending for the visiting team. Not likely to travel there again.

Date of experience: August 2018

5-Jan-19

ACC

Georgia Tech

Decent stadium to take in a game

We??ve been to Bobby Dodd for multiple events from Georgia-Georgia Tech games to Atlanta United games. All the seats in the stadium have a pretty good view of the action on the field. We??ve sat everywhere from the uppers for soccer to the 30 yard line in the 5th row for the Tech-JSU game and have never had an issue with the view. The corridors where concessions are seem really narrow and tight. When Atlanta United played there, you couldn??t get around the lines to move around at all. The concession area has your basic football food for your insane stadium prices. The lines to get into the stadium for big games can also be rough. Not a bad place for a game and close to decent restaurants for before or after an event.

Date of experience: December 2018

30-Dec-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great ACC Stadium with a lot of history

I haven't gotten to see a game inside the stadium, but have attended a few events with my son (a Tech student), in the club area. The stadium has a wonderful intimate feel, and most certainly comes alive on game day. The stadium is historic, and worth wandering around even if you can't watch a game.

Date of experience: October 2018

13-Oct-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great time

This is such an intimate feeling stadium. Super fun. Crowd was great and we truly enjoyed the game. We will be back!

Date of experience: September 2018

4-Oct-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Nice stadium...OK atmosphere

I was here on parents' weekend with my daughter who attends Georgia Tech. The stadium is nice enough, though it was an 80 degree day and we baked in the sun. It's not the same atmosphere as you'll find in a Big 10 stadium, where there's 110,000 screaming fans, mostly because the football team is just OK. We were on bleacher seats in the end zone, but there are a ton of college football stadiums with the same type of seating so it's hard to be critical of that fact. It's easy access in an out of the stadium and overall a very pleasant experience.

Date of experience: September 2018

17-Sep-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great Stadium to watch football...

Bobby Dodd stadium is a quaint, historic venue nestled among the skyscrapers in midtown Atlanta. Sightlines for most seats are excellent and since it's small 90% of seats are relatively close to the field. Upper deck on the east side of the field is very low, giving a closer-to-field and overhead perspective that is simply awesome. Tech has great football history-but a student and alumni base of nerds to whom football can not always be the #1 obsession, so really good seats can usually be had. Amenities are not-so-modern. However, for 2018 they have upgraded the availability of food and added filtered stations for bottled water (though they need more). Sports fans should go to at least one game here. GREAT VALUE.

Date of experience: October 2017

22-Aug-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Quintessential College Venue

I have been to many GT football games and always enjoy my trip. The crowd can be up and down with the team, but it always retains the traditions that come with on-campus college football. I love the whistle, 4th quarter tradition, and trips to the Varsity before the game. I've never tried the huge upper deck in the endzone, but the views of the game are usually pretty good.

Date of experience: November 2017

6-Aug-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Dawgs win AGAIN!!!

I have been to Bobby Dodd quite a few times, and over the years (some 45 or so) The Bumble Bees have won only a sparing few. I guess it is somewhat appropriate we allow them to win occasionally to keep it interesting. I realize Tech is a good school (if you have your slide rule), but my pharmacy degree at UGA is a true academic achievement and has served me well for the length of my practicing career. I look forward to the next drubbing we will give them.

Date of experience: November 2017

13-May-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Good college atmosphere

Attended football game, sat in end zone with students. This stadium has old school charm, seats are relatively close to the sidelines. Easy to get in and out. Drawback, only one jumbotron and it was behind us, had to strain my neck to see reviews.

Date of experience: November 2017

8-Apr-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

Great place to see Jackets play!

Where else can you see the GT Yellow Jackets play at home? Great sight lines and student band. BYOB!

Date of experience: November 2017

30-Jan-18

ACC

Georgia Tech

If your team is playing here, go

Great views of downtown. Small stadium so it's easy to get in and out of. Always easy to get a ticket since GT fans don't really watch football, and if you are the visiting team you are probably going to win. Take a good book as watching the triple-option is a bit boring. Take eye protection for the game in case Tech scores and slide-rules fly out of the breast pockets of the GT fans in attendance. On the bright side, if your electronic device is not functioning properly there will be plenty of people there that can help you, and you can trade Star Wars memorabilia for preferred parking spots, preferably pajamas.

Date of experience: October 2017

21-Jan-18

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Georgia Tech

Our Favorite Stadium

Bobby Dodd is a smaller, more intimate stadium with a beautiful view of the city. We have had seats in various locations and never had a bad seat. The Jumbotron keeps you up on anything you may have missed. The "walk" is the best we have seen! The drum corp, cheerleaders, and dance team are at the end of the street waiting on the buses to arrive. It is very festive atmosphere, and a fairly long walk for the team and coaches who are met by the band before entering the locker room. You will have a great college football experience at Bobby Dodd!

Date of experience: November 2017

29-Nov-17

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Georgia Tech

Great downtown venue with bit of history

Well recommended, fairly small stadium but that means you are close to the field, and remnants of an old stand to look at too, easy to reach on public transport, great spot to catch a game and pageantry

Date of experience: November 2017

27-Nov-17

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Georgia Tech

Atlanta skyline

Had the pleasure of watching the Georgia Bulldogs beat the Yellowjackets here 38-7 over Thanksgiving weekend. At a capacity of 55,000, it??s on the smaller side, but more intimate with good sightlines from most every seat. Seats in the north end zone have the Atlanta city skyline as the backdrop for play on the field.

Date of experience: October 2017

23-Oct-17

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Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech Game

We took in our first college football game and loved it.It is a very good stadium to see a game in. It really doesn't matter where your seats are, good views from everywhere.They have concession stands, no alcohol during college games.Lots of events around the stadium and don't miss a hotdog at the "Varsity" on your way to a game here!

Date of experience: September 2016

22-May-17

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Georgia Tech

Americas oldest college stadium

This downtown on-campus classic is small by todays standards, but makes for a fun "campus day" experience for fall football. Historic Grant Field at Bobby Dodd (great gentleman as well as hall of fame coach (and player)) makes a fun afternoon or sometime evening. Parking a challenge but adequate

Date of experience: September 2016

21-Apr-17

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Georgia Tech

Love this place

Nothing better than a Saturday spent here in the fall. Easy to get in and out. Folks are helpful and friendly. Good views from every seat.

Date of experience: October 2016

12-Apr-17

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Georgia Tech

Go Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Home to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket football team. Great game watching venue for fans and visitors. Good food and drink available. Join the fans and root the Jackets on to victory!

Date of experience: September 2016

4-Mar-17

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Georgia Tech

Classic stadium

Classic stadium. Could use some updates and relabeling of rows/seat numbers. All in all a good, classic ACC football experience...just don't expect it to be like Alabama.

Date of experience: October 2016

1-Feb-17

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Georgia Tech

Great place to see a game

Nice sized stadium and usually tickets aren't too hard. Games are fun and everything walking distance to Midtown Atlanta

Date of experience: September 2016

29-Dec-16

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Georgia Tech

Been to many games here

Have been going to Bobby Dodd for years watching the Jackets. Relatively small stadium so most seats aren't bad for viewing. The sun can be miserable in the north seats so bring a brimmed hat. Food choices are better in the west stands, go before half time or you'll wait in line for a while. The view of the ATL skyline is nice. Parking can be difficult around the stadium, we park across the highway in a deck and walk over, Overall decent stadium to watch football but I prefer Sanford anyday!

Date of experience: November 2016

8-Nov-16

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Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech vs Duke

Fun day and really family friendly. First college game that we attended and it was a lot of fun. We sat on the Visitor side but entered through the Home side and if you can get tickets on the Home side its much more open and way more vendors. Either way really enjoyable.

Date of experience: October 2016

18-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Went for a game

Attended for a Ga Tech vs Ga Southern game and great atmosphere. Never a long wait to get drinks and food

Date of experience: October 2016

18-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Great family fun!

Go Jackets! We had a blast at the game. This stadium is quite clean and family friendly. We've been going to games here for years, and I'm totally comfortable bringing our three and five year old children. The fans are generally surprisingly nice, and the camaraderie can't be beat.

Date of experience: October 2016

16-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Tech Football Game

I took my 4 boys, ages 13, 12, 9, 7 to the Georgia Tech football game on Saturday. This was our 4th annual pilgrimage to "The Flats". Great family environment - historic stadium, friendly people, and all the seats have good viewing angles. I recommend not sitting too close with small kids as they won't be able to see all ends of the field. 10 rows up works great for my people. Go Jackets!

Date of experience: October 2016

6-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Pleasant Game Watching Experience

I liked the stadium. It had a small town feel in the heart of a big city. Staff was good and kicked out few unruly fans early. It was a much more enjoyable experience than watching a game at Sunlife Stadium in Miami where I am used to going. Nobody spilled a beer on me which was a real treat.

Date of experience: September 2016

4-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Historic stadium

Enjoyed our visit for the Clemson game. We were high up in the endzone but the mass of Clemson fans were around us. Pleasant and knowledgable staff. Thanks for a good visit.

Date of experience: October 2016

2-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Good Stadium

Went to the Clemson vs GT game last week and got a chance to attend a game there. Food was decent and somewhat reasonably priced.

Date of experience: October 2016

1-Oct-16

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Georgia Tech

Great vista

There doesn't seem to be a bad seating area. The field has been easily visible from the three different areas we have watched games from. But the best part of this stadium is the vista of the Atlanta skyline

Date of experience: September 2016

29-Sep-16

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Georgia Tech

Great Stadium

A great place to go see the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. West stands is the best area. pretty good food choices. No alcohol. No in-out pass,

Date of experience: September 2016

26-Sep-16

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Georgia Tech

THE oldest stadium in college football

If you love tradition, if you love history, as visit to North Ave with fill you with the sense college football history like no other place. Four National Championships in the 55,000 seat stadium is the right place to be if you love college football the head south to downtown to the college hall of fame!

Date of experience: September 2016

22-Sep-16

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Georgia Tech

Tech v. Clemson

Stadium is the oldest stadium in the FBS. Traditional and unique all rolled into one. Easy to get to and parking not a problem.

Date of experience: September 2016

22-Sep-16

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Georgia Tech

Great Environment

Went to Georgia Tech football game and really enjoy the total experience. I have been to several games in recent years, including with younger children. Rarely encountered overly rowdy, foul mouthed fans. Smaller than most stadiums with nice older style layout. Good to study surrounding area for parking options before first trip.

Date of experience: September 2016

9-Sep-16

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Georgia Tech

Go Jackets

This is the best stadium and the best team. I may be a little biased being a Yellow Jacket/ Tech fan

Date of experience: October 2015

23-Aug-16

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Georgia Tech

Classic American stadium

Since my Dad took me in the '50s to today's modern stadium, we love to feel the memories of Bobby himself

Date of experience: October 2015

28-Jul-16

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Georgia Tech

Good place

Good place to see a game. You do not need to drive because public transportation is easy. A stop at the Varsity is a must!

Date of experience: November 2015

27-Jul-16

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Georgia Tech

Fun stadium with a beautiful view of the city.

The campus is beautiful, with a great atmosphere, really perfect for tailgating. The view of the city is incredible, especially at night.

Date of experience: October 2015

9-Jun-16

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Georgia Tech

Beautiful venue for a night game

We visited for a Georgia Tech Thursday night game. The view of the downtown skyline is breathtaking. The seats were set-back pretty far from the field, which is indicative of an older stadium. Overall we really enjoyed the experience.

Date of experience: September 2015

28-Apr-16

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Georgia Tech

Great View of Atlanta in the West Side Seats

Great for watching Georgia Tech games (obviously). Plenty of parking lots around the area are open for tailgating and thousands of people walk around campus getting to and from the game. If your seats are on the west end of the stadium you'll get great views of Atlanta.

Date of experience: October 2015

17-Apr-16

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Georgia Tech

Nice stadium

all seats have good visibility, crowd is more pleasant than the Athens stadium , parking is a challenge (but that's to be expected for any stadium) and the food is not extremely overpriced. Overall it's a very positive experience to see a game at Bobby Dodd stadium.

Date of experience: October 2015

24-Mar-16

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Georgia Tech

in the middle of downtown

I always come for the tech football games. it is a pretty small stadium but it has GREAT views of downtown atlanta. i was there at night and you could see the ferris wheel by centennial. the atmosphere is great, the people are nice, the concessions are efficient. its located right in the middle of the fraternity houses and some dorms so it's not the easiest stadium to just park and come in. You really have to find a safe place to park and walk for 20 minutes before you are even on campus.

Date of experience: September 2015

23-Mar-16

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Georgia Tech

Great place to watch a football game

Been coming here since I was a small child. Great place to watch a football game. Good location and easy to get to. Go Tech.

Date of experience: November 2015

3-Mar-16

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Georgia Tech

Sat in the new section in the clouds!

I have been here twice. Once with a long time GA Tech ticket holder where we sat in a fairly original part of the stadium. The iron work was covered in decades of thick paint and once was probably attractive. The facilities were a century old and looked it.The next visit we sat in the new North end. The incline was horrific! It seemed as if I was walking straight up. I felt like I was going to die. Very Unpleasant! When we got to out seats I looked at the boys and said "I'm not moving! I'm not leaving! I'm not walking anyone to the bathroom! When I go down these stairs I am never coming back here again!"Go to a Ga Tech Game! Enjoy the college atmosphere! But if you are sitting in the Upper Deck on the North End you Must Be In Marathon Physical Shape Or You May Die!!!!Oh Yes - Parking Is HORRIBLE!!!!!

Date of experience: October 2015

9-Feb-16

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Georgia Tech

Good place for Football

We got GA Tech package season tickets, with upper deck seats. great view. Only problem is people who stand the whole game. If you want to stand to watch the game don't buy a seat!

Date of experience: September 2015

2-Feb-16

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Georgia Tech

A great stadium at Tech

Since I went to Georgia Tech, I have been the stadium for various games. It is always good to catch up on a game if you happen to be in Atlanta.

Date of experience: October 2015

10-Jan-16

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Georgia Tech

A HELLUVA Stadium!

I love tailgating at GaTech home games. The school has things well organizied and it is a great experience. The stadium is efficient and safe. Do you homework regarding parking, I wouldn't want to just show up and look for a space.

Date of experience: November 2015

28-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

Football Game Georgia Tech vs Georgia

Facilities nice, easy access to seats, restrooms clean. Ladies restrooms have the normal long lines. Concession lines also long. Suggest a stroll across very pretty collegiate campus as you will be amazed how pretty Ga Tech is. It's hard to Imagine your'll in the middle of metropolitan Atlanta.

Date of experience: November 2015

19-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

University in town experience

Grant Field at Bobby Dodd Stadium is home to the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. The view from here to the city of Atlanta is impressive at night. The press box area is fairly basic when compared to larger Universities. The openness of the stadium on the South end gives sight to the city. This is a smaller stadium when compared to universities in the South, but still a good place to visit when you are in Atlanta.

Date of experience: November 2015

16-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

Nice stadium with friendly people

Visited on a Thursday night and was impressed with the friendliness of everyone that we encountered - from the ushers to the concession stand personnel. Smiles all around. Not bad sight lines, even though we had seats near the end zone.

Date of experience: November 2015

13-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

Tech Football

Very clean. Easy access from anywhere in Atlanta. Concessions stands are numerous and staffed with very friendly people. Reasonable prices and a good selection. Not a bad seat in the house.

Date of experience: November 2015

13-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

Great Downtown views- Georgia Tech Football

Went to a night time game at Georgia Tech. The stadium can be difficult to get to by driving due to all of the Atlanta traffic but if you are willing to walk, its not a bad place. Great views with nearly any seat in the stadium. Plenty of restrooms, and CLEAN. Pretty views of the Atlanta night skyline. Great place- however, I would recommend increasing the height of the railing on the upper decks. Could be very easy for someone to fall over (especially kids). Gate 1 and 2 are easy to get in

Date of experience: November 2015

12-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech-Virginia Tech

Historic Grant Field at Bobby Dodd Stadium is one of the best venues to watch a game. Located in the middle of Atlanta with a beautiful urban campus with friendly students and great tailgate parties.

Date of experience: October 2015

1-Nov-15

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Georgia Tech

GaTech Beats Florida State!

What a great game to see in such a historic stadium! It is crowded trying to enter the stadium but that is because of security and sorting out which gate/line you should be in. Everything else makes for a wonderful event!

Date of experience: October 2015

25-Oct-15

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Georgia Tech

Great stadium experience

Visited for the Florida State vs Georgia Tech football game. Had a good time tailgating by the Student Center before going inside the historic stadium. Wow, we were impressed. The staff were professional and friendly, welcoming each customer to the game. We had great seats in the upper section on the visitors side. Looked like there were no bad seats in the house. Sorry to say FSU lost to the Yellow Jackets but we very much enjoyed the experience. The only negative was the horrible traffic jam after the game. Took us over an hour to get from the parking lot back to I-75 South. Kind of expected that since we were in downtown Atlanta. Thanks to the GT fans enthusiasm, they earned a win.

Date of experience: November 2014

21-Oct-15

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Georgia Tech

go yellow jackets!

hubby and i worked at georgia tech and rarely missed a game! the stadium is awesome and the rush you get while in the stands watching the game is priceless. don't miss a game if you have the chance!

Date of experience: October 2015

20-Oct-15

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Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech Football Experience

I have now sat in both the East and West seats for football games. Perhaps the East is a little easier to get into your seats, depending on where you park. The game experience highly depends on those seated around you and the performance of the team. I can say Tech fans are great. Wish I could still say the same about the team. There is a lot of famous history associated with Bobby Dodd Stadium !

Date of experience: October 2015

12-Oct-15

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Georgia Tech

Picturesque place to view a college football game

We went to the Ga. Tech - UNC game during Family Weekend and soaked up the festivities. The band marched through campus and led a large contingent to the stadium entrance. Our seats were high up in the end zone with great views of downtown Atlanta. Stadium was not packed at kickoff but slowly filled in (sitll not a sellout). Minor disappointment was the lack of variety of concession food in our end of the stadium. Every stadium is different and people around us seemed pleasant, even though it was raining and Ga. Tech eventually lost the game. As with many college campuses, game day parking is very expensive. We paid $25 to park on the far end of campus.

Date of experience: September 2015

17-Sep-15

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Georgia Tech

Another great Tech victory

We attended our second game of the season and watched Tech win over Tulane. It was a great experience and a great game. We could used some more fans watch the Jackets move up the AP poll. It is a wonderful experience at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Although the everything is dated - bathrooms, etc., it is definitely worth going to see this impressive college team and all of the fans.

Date of experience: August 2015

15-Sep-15

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Georgia Tech

nice stadium

enjoyable stadium, with a good college vibe. not large, but a good size to capture the college football experience. nice to see the buildings of Atlanta in the background.

Date of experience: September 2015

15-Sep-15

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Georgia Tech

Great football venue

A great stadium at a great university. Set in the city of Atlanta on the campus of Georgia Tech University in a beautiful setting. Make sure you see the very "green" campus in the middle of a great city.

Date of experience: October 2014

11-Sep-15

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Georgia Tech

Fun place to watch a fun college football game - Go Jackets!

Go Jackets! This is a great stadium to watch a college football game, not a bad seat in the house and the energy is high. It's not that easy to get in and out, and finding a place to park close by is impossible. There are parking garages near Spring Street so it's a bit of a walk. There are typically lots of tailgaters to see along the way, but no tailgating allowed in the parking garages.