One of America's greatest ballpark experiences — Wrigley Field in Wrigleyville (opened 1914, second-oldest MLB park, ivy-covered outfield walls, no lights until 1988). A Cubs game at Wrigley on a summer afternoon — Chicago-style hot dog, Old Style beer, the hand-operated scoreboard, rooftop bleacher crowds across Sheffield and Waveland — is among the most distinctly American sporting experiences anywhere. Even if you're not a baseball fan, the park and the neighborhood are worth the trip.
Why It’s Worth Your Time
One of America’s greatest ballpark experiences — Wrigley Field (1914) is the second-oldest MLB park and the spiritual home of the Cubs. The bleachers, the ivy-covered outfield walls, and Wrigleyville’s bars make it essential.
What Stands Out
- Wrigley Field: opened 1914, a strikingly beautiful and atmospheric ballparks in the world
- Ivy-covered outfield walls: the signature visual, even more beautiful in person
- Hand-operated scoreboard: one of the last in MLB
- Wrigleyville neighborhood: packed bars and restaurants before and after games on Clark St
- Day games recommended: sitting in the outfield bleachers on a sunny afternoon is the quintessential experience
- Tickets: from $20 (bleachers) to $200+ (field level) — buy early for summer weekend games