Citi Field vs. Yankee Stadium

Citi Field vs. Yankee Stadium — New York's two ballparks, compared for travelers. Both by subway, the Subway Series, and how to see both parks in one city.

Overview

Citi Field and Yankee Stadium are New York's two ballparks, home to the Subway Series. Both opened in 2009 and are reachable by subway — Citi Field in Queens for the Mets, Yankee Stadium in the Bronx for the Yankees — so you can see both in a single New York trip.

Two New York ballparks

Both parks opened in 2009. Citi Field in Queens welcomes fans through the Jackie Robinson Rotunda and is known for its food, while Yankee Stadium in the Bronx carries the Yankees' storied history with Monument Park beyond the outfield.

Getting there

Citi Field is on the 7 subway (and the LIRR on game days); Yankee Stadium is on the 4, B, and D subways and Metro-North. Both are easy rides from Manhattan, so a two-park New York trip is straightforward.

Which should you visit?

Yankee Stadium offers big-stage history; Citi Field offers a modern park and a great food scene. During a Subway Series you can catch the rivalry — and you can see both parks in one city.

Frequently asked questions

Can I visit both New York ballparks in one trip?

Yes. Citi Field (the 7 train) and Yankee Stadium (the 4, B, or D train) are both reachable by subway from Manhattan, so you can see both parks in a single trip.

What is the Subway Series?

The Subway Series is the crosstown interleague rivalry between the New York Mets and New York Yankees.

Which opened first, Citi Field or Yankee Stadium?

Both opened in 2009, replacing Shea Stadium and the original Yankee Stadium, respectively.