Great American Ball Park

Cincinnati Reds

NL CentralCincinnati, OHNational League

Great American Ball Park opened in 2003 on the Ohio River, replacing Riverfront Stadium. It features a beautiful riverfront setting and a Gap Band steam stack that shoots fireworks and steam when a Red hits a home run.

Satellite aerial view of Great American Ball Park

Aerial view · Google Maps

Stadium Stats

Capacity

42,319

Year Opened

2003

Surface

Natural Grass

Roof Type

Open

Did You Know?

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The two steam stacks, 'Rosie Red' and 'Mr. Red,' are iconic features of the Cincinnati skyline.
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The park has excellent views of the Ohio River and the Newport, KY skyline.
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Pete Rose holds the all-time hits record — 4,256 — and is celebrated throughout the park.

Plan Your Trip

Getting There

Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar runs nearby. Limited transit — most fans drive.

Parking

Multiple garages and lots near the park. Under the Brent Spence Bridge is a fan favorite.

Rideshare

Drop-off on Joe Nuxhall Way. Post-game pickup on Second Street.

Where to Stay

21c Museum Hotel Cincinnati

0.7 mi

Budget

Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza

0.6 mi

Mid-range

The Cincinnatian Hotel

0.7 mi

Luxury

Nearby Food

Skyline Chili

0.5 mi

Cincinnati Chili

Cincinnati chili over spaghetti — you must try it even if skeptical.

Montgomery Inn Boathouse

0.3 mi

Ribs

Legendary Cincinnati BBQ ribs on the Ohio River.

The Eagle OTR

1.5 mi

Fried Chicken

Best fried chicken in Cincinnati, in the OTR neighborhood.

Boca

1.5 mi

European

Upscale special-occasion restaurant in OTR.

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