Oakland Coliseum
Oakland Athletics
The A's have moved to Sacramento while a new ballpark is built in Las Vegas. Oakland Coliseum was baseball's last multipurpose stadium, and despite its quirks — Mt. Davis blocking the view — it was beloved by generations of Oakland fans.
Aerial view · Google Maps
Stadium Stats
Capacity
46,765
Year Opened
1966
Surface
Natural Grass
Roof Type
Open
Did You Know?
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The Oakland A's were one of baseball's most famous 'Moneyball' teams, famously competing with a tiny payroll.
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The foul territory at the Coliseum was the largest in baseball — a significant advantage for fielders.
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The view of the Oakland hills beyond the outfield, before Mt. Davis was built, was one of baseball's most beautiful.
Plan Your Trip
Getting There
BART Coliseum/Oakland Airport station is directly connected to the stadium via skybridge.
Parking
Large surface lots, very affordable.
Rideshare
Drop-off and pickup at the BART station entrance.
Where to Stay
Waterfront Hotel Oakland
4 miBudget
Marriott Oakland City Center
3.5 miMid-range
The Claremont Club & Spa
5 miLuxury
Nearby Food
Everett & Jones BBQ
3 miBBQ
Oakland BBQ institution. Brisket and ribs.
Tacos Mi Rancho
2 miMexican
Authentic Oakland Mexican tacos.
Duende
3.5 miSpanish
Excellent tapas and paella in downtown Oakland.
Bakesale Betty
3 miSandwiches
Famous fried chicken sandwiches — line around the block.