About the Ballpark

Petco Park,home of the San Diego Padres, is located in Downtown San Diego. The ballpark opened in 2004 and replaced the padres former home Jack Murphy/Qualcomm Stadium. The Padres once shared the stadium with the San Diego Chargers of the NFL.

The pet supply store retailer pays $2.7 million a year for the ballpark’s naming rights until 2026. Petco Park’s design draws its inspiration from the beachy elements of San Diego. The navy blue seats, and sand colored walls are a representation of the San Diego ocean blue and white sails of boats that pass by the ballpark. The stadium seats 41,164 people and each seat faces the pitcher’s mound.

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

Petco Park’s parking capabilities have decreased since the removal of Parcel C parking lot. Developers plan to build a mixed-use building in the lot. However, the Padres have no control over the space or the future of the building that will stand in its place. In result, traffic in the Downtown SD area has increased. Only 9,000 spaces are designated for Petco Park and parking prices have shot up to $20 – $30. Fans are encouraged to pre-purchase parking online for a discounted rate.

But have no fear- Trolleys, buses, taxis and Ubers are almost always the best bet when you are traveling locally.

NIGHT LIFE

You’ll never have a hard time finding your after game hang out thanks to Petco Park’s prime location. Here are two of the most unique places in town:

Moonshine Flats

The honky tonk bar is only a block away from Petco Park. Moonshine Flats has DJ’s spinning the hottest country, pop, and rock music. You’ll also get the chance to line dance on one of the biggest dance floors in Downtown San Diego. So grab a friend and give it a go!

BANG BANG

The name says it all. This asian cuisine restaurant doubles as an upscale nightclub after hours. The three story building has an elaborate sushi menu, unique cocktails, and a restroom women craze over. You heard it right- Bang Bang features a Ryan Gosling themed women’s restroom! If you thought the line for the women’s restroom couldn’t get longer- think again. We can all agree that the Ryan Gosling shrine walls are being used more than the porcelain throne.