Baltimore Ravens

Baltimore Ravens Travel Guide: M&T Bank Stadium

Getting to Baltimore & The Stadium

• Flying In: Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is your primary hub, serviced heavily by Southwest and Spirit. It is about 11 miles from M&T Bank Stadium. If you want to check out D.C. or find different flight routes, Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA) and Washington Dulles (IAD) are 42 and 60 miles away, respectively.

• Airport Transit: If you don't want to drive or take an Uber, you can hop right on the Light Rail at BWI. It is a straight, 30-minute ride directly to the Convention Center stop downtown.

• Traveling by Train: If you are coming from a nearby Northeast city, taking Amtrak into Pennsylvania Station is a great move. It puts you just two miles north of the stadium and acts as a massive transit hub to connect you to the rest of the city.

• The Neighborhood: M&T Bank Stadium sits directly adjacent to Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The two stadiums share a massive sports complex footprint right on the edge of the iconic Inner Harbor, making it incredibly walkable and vibrant on game days.

Where to Stay

Because the stadium is located right near the Inner Harbor, staying downtown gives you the perfect mix of tourist attractions, waterfront views, and a very short commute to the gates.

Budget Options

• Staybridge Suites Baltimore - Inner Harbor: This all-suite hotel is an excellent option for budget travelers and families who need more space than a traditional room. Every room has a full kitchen, and you get a free daily breakfast buffet. It is located just two blocks from the harbor and about a mile walk to M&T Bank Stadium.

• Hampton Inn Baltimore Downtown: This is a fantastic, simple hotel in an unbeatable location for sports fans. It sits right across the street from Camden Yards and just a couple of blocks from the football stadium. It features a free hot breakfast and an indoor pool, making it the perfect home base to avoid pregame car traffic.

Higher-End Options

• Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore: If you want pure luxury, this is the nicest hotel in the city. Located in Harbor East, it features large rooms, a five-star spa, and an incredible rooftop pool with harbor views. It’s about 1.5 miles from the stadium, making for a highly scenic 30-minute walk or a very quick rideshare.

• Hyatt Regency Baltimore Inner Harbor: This upscale, modern hotel offers urban comfort just a few blocks from the stadiums. It features tech-savvy rooms, great harbor views, and a massive sixth-floor outdoor pool deck.

Nearby Activities

• The National Aquarium: Located right on the water in the Inner Harbor, this massive, multi-level aquarium is consistently ranked as one of the best in the country.

• Fort McHenry: Take a short water taxi ride across the harbor to explore the historic star-shaped fort that famously inspired the writing of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

Pregame Food and Drink

• The Ultimate Tailgate: You absolutely must walk RavensWalk. It acts as the official tailgate and promenade leading right up to the stadium gates. It is packed with live music, drumlines, beer carts, and local food trucks serving everything from crab cakes to tacos.

• The Local Sports Bars: Because the Ravens and Orioles share a footprint, the pregame bars pull double-duty. Sliders Bar and Grille and its neighbor Pickles Pub sit just north of Camden Yards and are absolute staples for grabbing cheap beers in a rowdy, shoulder-to-shoulder atmosphere before walking to the game.

• Sit-Down Bites: If you want a quieter pregame, hit The Yard Sports Bar inside the Marriott. For classic Maryland seafood, walk over to Phillips Seafood on the harbor for signature crab cakes before heading to the game. If you just want a fast, healthy grab-and-go sandwich, swing by Cosi.

Getting to the Event

• Walking: The area immediately surrounding M&T Bank Stadium and the Inner Harbor is packed with fans and highly walkable. Walking from your downtown hotel is the easiest way to arrive.

• Public Transit: The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Light Rail drops you right at the Stadium/Federal Hill stop, which is essentially at the stadium's front door.

• Parking: Because the Ravens and Orioles stadiums sit right next to each other, the shared surface lots and garages provide a massive amount of parking. The official lots are reasonably priced given the location, making driving a very viable option.

Where to Sit at M&T Bank Stadium

• The Best Views: The 200-level Club seats offer the best sightlines and amenities in the building. Sections 200-202 sit directly behind the visitor's sideline and give you perfect elevation. Local Tip: Avoid the first two rows (Rows A and B) in the club level, as the glass railing can partially block your view.

• Away Fans: Look for sideline Sections 100-101. These put you directly behind the visitor's sideline. Try to grab seats in rows 14-18 (which puts you right in front of the tunnels) or rows 32-38 (which clears the sideline obstructions while keeping you in the lower bowl).

• The End Zone Angles: A great cheaper lower-level option is Sections 136-144. These sit behind the end zone, offering a great head-on view of the plays developing and the massive videoboard on the opposite side.

• The Budget Seats: The 500-level offers the cheapest tickets, but the stadium is very steep. Look for Sections 521-522 or 531-532 near midfield. Try to buy tickets in the first few rows to avoid the vertigo and the constant flow of fans walking up and down the steep stairs.