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Kauffman Stadium

Kansas City Royals

AL CentralKansas City, MOAmerican League

Kauffman Stadium — affectionately known as 'The K' — features one of baseball's most beautiful outfield water spectaculars, with fountains and cascading waterfalls that light up the night sky.

Satellite aerial view of Kauffman Stadium

Aerial view · Google Maps

Stadium Stats

Capacity

37,903

Year Opened

1973

Surface

Natural Grass

Roof Type

Open

Did You Know?

  • The outfield water spectacular stretches 322 feet and includes a 12-story-tall scoreboard.

  • Kauffman Stadium is one of only two single-purpose baseball stadiums built in the 1970s still in use (the other is Oakland Coliseum, now torn down).

  • Kansas City is the world capital of barbecue — and The K's BBQ stands are legendary.

Plan Your Trip

Getting There

KC Streetcar does not reach the stadium. Game Day Express buses run from Union Station on select dates.

Parking

Large surface lots — very affordable at $10–$15. Arrive early to tailgate.

Rideshare

Drop-off and pickup on Blue Ridge Cutoff.

Where to Stay

Hampton Inn Kansas City Airport

4 mi

Budget

Marriott Kansas City Country Club Plaza

5 mi

Mid-range

The Fontaine

5 mi (Plaza)

Luxury

Nearby Food

Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

4 mi

BBQ

In a gas station. The Z-Man sandwich is life-changing.

Arthur Bryant's

4.5 mi

BBQ

The 'House of Heavy' — KCʼs most storied BBQ joint since 1908.

The Belfry

0.5 mi

Bar & Grill

Nearby post-game spot close to the stadium.

Gates Bar-B-Q

3 mi

BBQ

Order at the counter: 'Hi may I help you?' is a KC tradition.