Dodger Stadium is one of the most popular baseball parks in LA and is the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team. It is a historically significant stadium with one of the largest seating capacities in the world (56,000). Located next to Elysian Park, the stadium is built inside Chavez Ravine and provides views of downtown Los Angeles towards the south and the San Gabriel Mountains towards the north. Traveling to Los Angeles? Don’t miss these spectacular attractions in Dodgers Stadium.

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8 Dodger Stadium Tour

The stadium has held several events, including the 1980 Top League Baseball All-Star Game, nine World Series games, demonstration baseball during the Summer Olympics of 1984, World Baseball Classics games, and numerous tournament games featuring major European clubs. Softball and baseball competitions are scheduled in the stadium at the Summer Olympics of 2028. When there are no games, a guided tour of Dodger Stadium is available.

Related: 10 US Cities Worth Traveling To Just For Their Baseball StadiumDuring the tour, visitors are taught about the stadium's history and may have the opportunity to visit the field, the Dodger Dugout, or the Lexus Dugout Club (a VIP restaurant and lounge located behind home plate that displays the team's World Series trophies and other medals). Travelers must schedule a pregame tour to obtain a tour during a home game. A pregame tour is not the same as a game ticket. There are also specialty tours available, such as the Jackie Robinson tour. Recent tour participants have praised the guides for their professionalism and enthusiasm.

  • Tour price: Adult $25, Senior/Military & Children 14 years and under $20, Free for children aged 3 and under
  • Tour Times: 10 am, 11:30 am, 1pm

7 Visit the Elysian Park

Bordering Dodger Stadium, this bucolic park offers some wonderful hikes, running trails, and bike routes. It has two sites that are ideal for photographing the cityscape. The first, Angels Point, is located at the top of a hill and offers a beautiful view of both Dodger Stadium and downtown Los Angeles. If a game is going on, one can hear it from this point. If intending on enjoying lunch as a group, there are barbecue and picnic tables available with a picturesque view and plenty of shade to avoid the sun. The Hidden Swing is another place worth checking out. This tranquil spot offers a different perspective of the city. Between the two points, one can either walk or park near The Hidden Swing and trek up.

  • Entrance: Admission is free
  • Time: The park can be toured at any time of the day

6 Echo Park

Echo Park is a great spot to take a group because it contains a basketball court, baseball field, soccer field, and other outdoor activities. Visitors could take a break by strolling around the lake and taking images to remember their trip. Paddle-boating around the lake is popular among both locals and visitors. The surrounding region continues to see a retail, recreation, and restaurant resurgence as a result of recent renovations.

There are also over a dozen sets of Baxter Street Stairs scattered throughout the park, some of which date back before automobiles and paved streets. They provide some of the most stunning views in LA due to their ultra-high vantage point.

  • Entrance: Free
  • Time: The park can be visited at any time of the day
  • Location: Five minutes away from Dodger Stadium
  • Recommended: Visit the Lady of the Lake, commonly known as the Queen of Angels, statue.

5 XLanes LA

The XLanes LA bowling alley is located near LA’s Little Tokyo section. It offers bowling games, billiards, karaoke, an arcade, and many culinary options. There are a maximum of six individuals per lane in bowling, however, there are group alternatives for renting out extra lanes or VIP rooms. Each karaoke room has a maximum capacity of 12 persons. A buffet, arcade card, and bowling are also available as part of three package choices for groups of various sizes.

  • Pricing: Per game; Mon-Wed @$10 per game per person (Walk-ins only | 2 games max) – per game rates are unavailable on holidays

Hourly; Mon-Thu - 1 Lane @$50/hr

Fri – Sat – 1 Lane @65/hr

Sun – 1 Lane @50/hr (6 people, 2hrs max)

Shoe Rentals; @$5 per person

Arcades; $5 – 25 credits

$10 – 50 credits

$20 – 100 credits ($1 for the new game card)

Billiards; Mon-Thu - $15/hr

Fri-Sun - $20/hr (4 people per table)

  • Location: 10 minutes away from Dodger Stadium

4 Olvera Street

Olivera Street is a renowned tourist destination in LA, boasting a thriving Mexican marketplace - and is known as the birthplace of LA. Traditional delicacies and handcrafted objects including pottery, purses, belts, wallets, and other artistic pieces are available at this marketplace. Olvera Street is a great place to visit if you want to see "Old Los Angeles," as it still contains some historic buildings. You might even get wind of the Mexican Mariachi music and watch Aztec or Mexican folklore dancers as you go along the street.

  • Time: Operates 24hrs
  • Location: 7 minutes away from Dodger Stadium

3 Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum is a delightful museum with dinosaur and natural history, gems, and mineral exhibits. The museum guarantees an incredible travel experience – thanks to its numerous guided tour choices. The museum also conducts NHMLA Talks, which are usually free but require an RSVP. African Mammals, Age of Mammals, Ancient Latin American Art, Becoming L.A., Birds, Dinosaur Hall, Gems and Minerals, Haaga Family Rotunda, Insect Zoo, Nature Gardens, North American Mammals, and Shells are some of the permanent exhibitions that visiting groups can explore.

  • Entrance: Admission for members is free. Non-members are charged; Adults @$15, Seniors & Students @$12, Child @$7
  • Location: 15 minutes away from Dodger Stadium

2 California Science Center

The California Science Center’s purpose is to assist visitors to learn about human inventions and developments, as well as the life cycles of living organisms. Visitors who wish to visit with a party of fifteen or more must make a reservation ahead of time. The exhibitions change regularly, but some are permanent, such as Ecosystems, Air and Space, World of Life, and the Roy A. Anderson Blackbird Exhibit.

  • Admission: No entrance fee
  • Parking fee: $12 per day
  • Location: 15 minutes away from Dodger Stadium

1 Eateries

Outstanding eateries in the Dodger Stadium area include Phillipe the Original, Chinese Friends Restaurant, Button Mash, and Orochon Ramen. The French dip sandwich, which can be customized with various meats, cheeses, and garnishes, is one of the most popular dishes here. Some of these restaurants feature classic Chinese food staples including pan-fried noodles, wonton soups, Kung Pao shrimp, and chicken and broccoli, and may be found when visiting Chinatown. They are only a few minutes away from Dodger Stadium.