Citi Field Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common Citi Field visitor questions.
Where are the restrooms at Citi Field?
Citi Field has 25+ restroom locations across 4 levels (Main Concourse, Excelsior, Promenade, and Premium). Restrooms are spaced evenly around each concourse behind the seating sections. Family restrooms are at Section 105 and Section 126 on the Main Concourse. See our
interactive restroom map for exact locations.
Are there accessible restrooms at Citi Field?
Yes. All standard restrooms at Citi Field are ADA-compliant with wheelchair-accessible stalls and grab bars. Elevators provide access to all levels. A dedicated nursing mothers room is available at the Fan Information Center on the Main Concourse.
Where is the nearest restroom to the Jackie Robinson Rotunda?
The nearest restrooms are on the Main Concourse at Section 105, about 1 minute walk from the Jackie Robinson Rotunda entrance. A family restroom is also at Section 105.
Is there a baby changing station at Citi Field?
Yes. Baby changing tables are in the family restrooms at Section 105 and Section 126 on the Main Concourse. A dedicated nursing mothers room is available at the Fan Information Center. Ask Guest Services staff for assistance.
Which Citi Field restrooms have the shortest lines?
Promenade Level (400-level) and Excelsior Level (300-level) restrooms are consistently the quietest during the 7th-inning stretch and between innings. Most crowds stay on the Main Concourse — heading up a level saves significant wait time.
Can I bring food and drinks into Citi Field?
Yes. You can bring food in a soft-sided container no larger than 16"x16"x8". One sealed, factory-sealed water bottle per person is permitted. No glass, cans, alcohol, hard-sided coolers, or outside beverages other than water.
Where should I park for Citi Field?
Citi Field has multiple parking lots (A through E). Lot A is closest ($35-$50, book ahead). Lots B/C are $30-$40. Economy lots D/E are $25-$30. We recommend the 7 train to Mets-Willets Point — it's 35 min from Times Square, costs $2.90, and avoids game-day traffic entirely.
What hotels are closest to Citi Field?
Courtyard by Marriott LaGuardia (0.8mi) is the closest major hotel. Hyatt Place Flushing and Sheraton LaGuardia East are 1.3-1.4mi in downtown Flushing. Many visitors stay in Midtown Manhattan and take the 7 train from Times Square or Grand Central — 35-40 minutes, reliable, and opens up hundreds of hotel options.
How do I get to Citi Field by subway?
Take the 7 train to Mets-Willets Point station. From Times Square it's about 35-40 minutes, from Grand Central about 25 minutes. The station exit leads directly to the Citi Field parking lot and main entrance. LIRR also runs express game-day service from Penn Station (~20 min).
What is the Citi Field capacity?
Citi Field seats 41,922 for baseball (New York Mets, MLB). The stadium opened in 2009, replacing Shea Stadium. It can be configured for concerts and other events with different capacities. It's located adjacent to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center (home of the US Open).
Can I tour Citi Field?
Yes. Guided tours run on non-game days and include the press box, dugout, warning track, Mets Hall of Fame, and the Jackie Robinson Rotunda. Adults ~$20. Tours last about 75 minutes. Restrooms are available during the tour. Check the Mets website for tour schedules.
Are there public restrooms near Citi Field outside the gates?
Yes. The Mets-Willets Point subway station has restrooms inside the fare zone. Flushing Meadows-Corona Park has public restrooms near the Unisphere (accessible, free). The USTA National Tennis Center next door has public restrooms. Downtown Flushing restaurants (1 train stop east) all have customer restrooms.
