January 28, 200521 yr Me and my buddy are going to fly down to watch the Marlins this summer. We are probably going to stay at the Hard Rock (we're poker fans)....just wondering if that is fairly close to the stadium? Also, what seats should we be looking to get? Any other general info would be appreciated.
January 28, 200521 yr Me and my buddy are going to fly down to watch the Marlins this summer. We are probably going to stay at the Hard Rock (we're poker fans)....just wondering if that is fairly close to the stadium? Also, what seats should we be looking to get? Any other general info would be appreciated. 670882[/snapback] Welcome, the Hard Rock is in Hollywood if memory serves me well and about 15 minutes to Dolphins Stadium. For seating I suggest the outfield or near homeplate because they cause the least strain on your neck.
January 28, 200521 yr Hard Rock Hotel is 5 minutes from the park. I don't think you could stay any closer. With that said, you will need a car regardless. I've been to the HR Hotel and it is a fun place.
January 28, 200521 yr btw, I concur with Cape on the seats. Either Fish tank, Outfield reserve, behind the plate or upperdeck behind the plate get my vote on the best seats. I also like Club A and B due to the ammenities
January 28, 200521 yr Author thanks guys. Any specific sites I should check out in the city? BTW, does anyone know how much world series tickets were being sold for by scalpers? I figure I gotta budget for this years world series as well
January 28, 200521 yr How long are you going to be in So. Florida? There are a ton of things to do and many things going on at once, but you have to visit these, IMO: 1) Bayside at night - Outside shopping center on the Bay... beautiful view, great live music, very relaxed, good stores, etc. 2) South Beach (that's a given) - I would have dinner or lunch on Ocean outside at a nice restaurant... make sure to check out Mango's, which is classically Latin and a very interesting place. 3) Art Deco District 5) Little Havana (have Cuban coffee, listen to old Cubans talking shiat about Fidel Castro 24/7 LOL) 6) Aventura Mall 7) Coral Gables (many places to visit there) If you have time, I would suggest a trip to the Florida Keys. It's paradise.
January 28, 200521 yr Well, only Marlins wise, what you can do seatwise varies. If you went the best bang for your buck, then you're def going to want to sit in the Fish Tank. Seats are generally around $6, and they are lower deck Outfield with a great site line. Juan Pierre also tosses balls there every other inning, you might be lucky enough to catch one. If money is not an issue I highly recommend Founder's Field on either the third base line or the first base line. They are the Marlins' version of court side seats - and they won't set you back 1,000 per game. If memory serves me correctly, those were somwhere between $45-55 per game, not bad at all for where you will be. Parking is $10, so already include that in your budget. Also, unless you absolutely want to eat stadium food, don't. It's not bad or anything, I'm personally fond of the chicken tenders with the curly fries if you go to the right gate, but a full meal will set you back about $11. Even if you don't buy the soda, the fries and chicken (can't buy them individually) are $6.75. There isn't really any local cuisine at the stadium, no Hispanic food or any of the other 20,000 cultures we have down here. What I usually do when I head out for a game is I will eat either as I'm leaving Miami and pick up a snack after (two meals still come out cheaper - and I'm quite the heavy eater when I'm hungry) or eat either immediately before or immediately after in the Wendy's or KFC a minute or two from the park. Outside food is allowed in the parking lot but not in the stadium. As far as the city is concerned, you're gonna be driving at least 20-30 minutes to get anywhere of interest because JRS is in Opa Locka (the very very tip of Miami-Dade County, it's basically Broward) and Miami is quite a bit to the south and Fort Lauderdale, while not as cool as Miami, is a bit to the North as well.
January 28, 200521 yr If you are coming on a weekend when the upperdeck is open I'd suggest sitting there if $$$ is a factor. You can get very reasonable seats between 1st and third and the view is great to watch our infield at work. If money isn't a factor the lower bowl has terrific seats but don't be lured into the "terrace boxes" (lower level outside of first and third) because they face into the outfield. Hard Rock is terrific, you'll have a great time. If you play your cards right you might get them to provide transportation to and from the game.
January 28, 200521 yr If money isn't a factor the lower bowl has terrific seats but don't be lured into the "terrace boxes" (lower level outside of first and third) because they face into the outfield.670917[/snapback] I forgot to mention that. Avoid Terrace Box at all costs, especially if you will only be here for one game. It's way too expensive and you have to turn your head the entire game. They are probably the least comfortable seats in the entire park (mostly because of the football origins of it).
January 28, 200521 yr sounds like your questions have been answered, but i'll chip in anyway. since you're coming for only a few games, i'd recommend you forego the upper deck & fish tank, and instead opt for more expensive seats. the way i see it, if you're going to spend a lot of money just to come down here, you might as well get nice seats. and, like marlins2003 pointed out, stay away from the terrace box seats. in any case, since sellouts are a rarity, i don't think you should worry about buying your tickets too far in advance, if at all. also, get a rental car. you'll need it; mass transit is useless in south florida and taking cabs everywhere is too costly considering how spaced-out everything is down here.
January 28, 200521 yr Come sit in section 106. We have a great time out there, we'll make sure to show you a good time.
January 28, 200521 yr Damn, individuals for Founder's Field are $85 this year. Eww. But still worth it for one game.
January 28, 200521 yr Just sit in the infield box its not as good as founder clubs but theyre like 60% less. i thin ktheyre at what 30 bucks this year?
January 28, 200521 yr Author Thanks guys. Looking to spend about $50 per game and come down for a full series. Don't mind paying top dollar for one of the games to get a taste of the best seats. Gracias!
January 29, 200521 yr Infield Box is where its at. I liked those a bunch. They were only $28 bucks last year which was a hell of a price. Also right behind home plate in the upperdeck is pretty awesome. Don't forget to check out if there are any specials on those days like last year on Tuesdays they had buy one get one free I think it was.
January 29, 200521 yr i, for one, like sitting right behind the homeplate, by the fishtank or way up. it sure is a nice view.
January 29, 200521 yr Some prices, so you know: (First price is normal games, second is Premier games which are Opening Day, Friday home games, Saturday home games, and select other games) Batters Box: 175, 195 Founder's Field: 85, 95 Founder's Club: 72, 80 Infield Box: 31, 34 Club A: 38, 42 Club B: 33, 36 Club C: 27, 30 Terrace Box: 20, 22 Outfield Reserve: 14, 16 (8, 10 for kids) Fish Tank: 8, 10 (4, 5 for kids) Upper Deck A: 14, 16 (8, 10 for kids) Upper Deck B: 12, 14 (6, 7 for kids)
January 29, 200521 yr Come to Ft Lauderdale. Much more fun then Miami IMNSHO, just cruise downtown Ft Lauderdale and the beaches, you can't go wrong man. Hard Rock is alot of fun also, I play alot of poker, just stay away from the low limit games of 1-2 dollars. Play the 65 dollar 10 people tournaments, lots of fish. Good luck.
January 29, 200521 yr Author Come to Ft Lauderdale. Much more fun then Miami IMNSHO, just cruise downtown Ft Lauderdale and the beaches, you can't go wrong man. Hard Rock is alot of fun also, I play alot of poker, just stay away from the low limit games of 1-2 dollars. Play the 65 dollar 10 people tournaments, lots of fish. Good luck. 671175[/snapback] Big tourny fan. Do they ever have any multi-table tournys?
January 29, 200521 yr Damn, individuals for Founder's Field are $85 this year. Eww. But still worth it for one game. 670991[/snapback] Founders Field being the ones between the Bullpens and Dugouts or behind home plate? And I've been to all but a couple views of the park. I've have 3B Line view, 1B Line view, behind the plate, Left Field , left field FOUL, rightfield, and Upper Deck behind home plate, but haven't been in right-center, or the other upper decks. But from where I've been, I think the best is behind the plate. I've had first row seats
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