The Inside Scoop by our Local Expert
Located in downtown Phoenix, Arizona, Chase Field is a baseball stadium home to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Opened in 1998, it was built as a multipurpose facility for baseball and large-scale events. Chase Field can be configured to accommodate various other sports, including football, soccer, and basketball as well as concerts, motor sports, trade shows, religious gatherings, and running/walking events. The spacious ballpark spans over a million square feet and is divided into six levels: Field, Main Concourse, Press Level, Suite Club Level, Upper Concourse, and Mechanical Level.Chase Field is one of the hottest sports spots in Phoenix, but features a retractable roof and air-conditioning to keep players and fans cool during the intense summer heat. The facility can seat nearly 50,000 guests and offers a 385 square-foot pool and spa for private parties. For those interested in the remarkable architecture and engineering of Chase Field, year-round tours that last about an hour are available.