Soldier Field

The stadium sits on Chicago's lakefront, part of the Museum Campus that also includes the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium. The location provides stunning lake views but requires careful gameday planning, as parking and traffic around the Museum Campus can be challenging.

Driving & Parking

• Driving
  • From the South via I-90/94 (Dan Ryan Expressway)
    ake I-90/94 North and transition onto I-55 North toward Lake Shore Drive. Merge onto northbound DuSable Lake Shore Drive (US-41 N), then take the 18th Drive exit to reach the stadium grounds.
  • From the West via I-290 (Eisenhower Expressway)
    Drive East past the Jane Byrne Interchange as the expressway transitions directly into Ida B. Wells Drive. Continue straight to Columbus Drive, turn right, and head south until it connects with the Museum Campus entrances.
  • From the North via I-90/94 (Kennedy Expressway)
    Take I-90/94 South toward downtown, exiting at Taylor Street or Roosevelt Road. Head east on Roosevelt Road, turn right onto Columbus Drive, and follow it south to the 18th Drive exit.
• Parking
  • Pre-paid
    Most of the parking lots immediately next to the stadium require pre-purchased parking including the North Garage, Waldron Deck, South Lot, East Museum Lot, Alder Planetarium Lot and the Family Friendly (no alcohol) east of the stadium, just south of the Alder Lot. The majority of these parking passes are sold on a season long basis with limited single game options available.
  • Day Of
    Additional day of parking in the area is generally further away (as far as 2 miles). Options include the Grant Park and Millennium garages to the north, 31st Street McCormick Place Lot B and McCormick Lakeside Garage Lot C to the south and the 18th Street Lot west of Lake Shore Drive.
  • Tailgating
    Tailgating is permitted on all open air surface lots and exclusively on the upper deck of the Waldron Deck. It is prohibited in all enclosed garages. For tailgating supplies, Jewel-Osco has multiple locations throughout Chicago, including one about a mile from the stadium. {place:ChIJaTGaBpssDogR9iA4JSS_C0E|Trader Joe's}} is another convenient option for groceries. For beverages, Binny's Beverage Depot - South Loop and Taylor Wine & Spirits are nearby options. Target Grocery also offers essentials.

Public Transit

• The L
  Roosevelt Station services the Green, Orange, and Red Lines and is a short walk from the stadium. Fans coming in on all other lines can transfer in the Loop
• Metra Commuter Rail
  Fans coming from the outer suburbs can take the Metra into the city. The Metra Electric (ME) line stops at both the 18th St (south) and Museum Campus (north) stations a short walk from the stadium. Fans coming in on other lines will have to transfer to parts of the CTA with the #128 bus being a popular option
• Busses
  The CTA #146 and CTA #128 are the main bus options to get to the stadium. Pace Express Buses operates a Soldier Field Express bus during the season from six suburban park-and-rides.

Rideshare

• The designated rideshare zone is at the 18th Street turnaround west of Lake Shore Drive and at Balbo and Columbus Drives

The South Loop neighborhood near Soldier Field has evolved into a vibrant dining and entertainment district. The area is walkable from the stadium and offers a mix of sports bars, Chicago classics, and upscale options. The Museum Campus location means you're also steps away from world class museums if you're visiting before or after the game.

Pregame Bars & Restaurants

• First Draft
  This neighborhood bar specializes in craft beer and comfort food with old school hospitality. With lots of craft beers on tap, a big whiskey bar with extensive scotch and bourbon options, and lots of TVs, it's perfect for the serious sports fan. The menu features smoked BBQ, burgers, and quality handmade dishes in a warm atmosphere.
• Flo & Santos
  This warm pub features exposed brick, red booths, and a beautiful outside beer garden. They specialize in Tavern Style pizza (real Chicago thin crust), Polish classics like pierogies and kielbasa, and tasty burgers.
• Weather Mark Tavern
  This nautical-themed neighborhood bar features American bistro cuisine.
• Portillo's Chicago – Canal and Taylor
  This famous Chicago institution serves the city's iconic Italian beef, Chicago style hot dogs, and chocolate cake shakes.
• Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
  Serving legendary Chicago deep dish pizza with their famous buttercrust. The deep dish takes 30-45 minutes to bake, so order early.
• Giordano's
  Another legendary deep dish pizza spot. Their signature is a layer of crust below the cheese and toppings, with a middle layer of molten filling

Neighborhood Attractions

• Museum Campus
  The stadium sits at the heart of the Museum Campus, surrounded by renowned cultural attractions
  • Field Museum
    Natural history museum featuring Sue, the largest T-Rex fossil ever found.
  • Shedd Aquarium
    A renowned aquarium on the shores of Lake Michigan.
  • Adler Planetarium
    America's first planetarium
• Millennium Park
  This large public space on the shores of Lake Michigan features Cloud Gate (commonly referred to as The Bean) and The Art Institute of Chicago amongst is gardens and sports fields.

Soldier Field's architecture and history make it one of the most distinctive venues in professional sports.

• The Neoclassical Facade
  the stadium opened in 1924 featuring iconic Doric columns that trace the East and West sides of the structure. Though the interior seating bowl was completely demolished and modernized during the controversial 2003 renovation (which resulted in the stadium being delisted as a National Historic Landmark in 2006), these historic concrete colonnades were preserved as an architectural shield around the modern bowl.
• The George Halas & Walter Payton Statues (South Entrance)
  Unveiled to commemorate the NFL’s 100th season, two 12-foot-tall bronze statues greet fans entering the South Courtyard. Sculpted by Chad Fischer, they immortalize team founder/coach George "Papa Bear" Halas (sculpted calling plays from the sideline in his signature fedora and trench coat) and legendary running back Walter "Sweetness" Payton (depicted in a powerful running stance holding a football).
• Veterans Memorial
  The stadium's original purpose was to honor veterans of World War I. The Soldier Field name itself reflects this dedication to military service. The stadium continues to host military ceremonies and events honoring American veterans.
• Tribute to Freedom & Veteran’s Memorial Water Wall (North Entrance)
  Located outside the North Entrance, this military memorial was dedicated on Veterans Day in 2003. Designed by Anna Koh Varilla and Jeffrey Hanson Varilla, it features a 15-foot bronze bas-relief of service members and their families alongside a 280-foot polished green granite water wall embellished with bronze medallions representing each branch of the U.S. Armed Services. It prominently features an etched quote on liberty from President John F. Kennedy.
• Special Olympics Eternal Flame of Hope (North Plaza)
  Standing just outside the stadium footprint in the adjacent plaza is a 30-foot steel sculpture by Richard Hunt, erected in 2018 to honor the 50th anniversary of the Special Olympics. It sits on the exact grounds where the inaugural Special Olympics games were held in 1968 and features a continuous live flame.
• The Doughboy Statue (Inside Gate 0)
  Keeping true to the stadium's original 1925 name to honor the American soldiers who lost their lives in World War I, a historic bronze "Doughboy" infantry statue stands directly inside Gate 0 at the south end of the stadium to greet fans.

• The Miller Lite Midway (West Side Mezzanine)
  A climate-controlled hospitality space open before, during, and after games. It is a modern, upscale sports bar with private restrooms, four full service bars, specialty food stations and a live DJ. Access to the space requires an additional pass added on to your gameday ticket.
• The United Club
  Positioned exclusively on the east side of the stadium, the United Club seating bowl spans across the 200 Level (Sections 202–216) and the 300 Level (Sections 301–317). Ticketholders gain exclusive access to a three-level climate-controlled indoor lounge that opens two hours prior to kickoff and stays open for approximately one hour postgame. The expansive interior concourse features 12 full-service bars, private restrooms, upscale specialty food selections, rotating entertainment, and over 140 indoor TVs. Outdoor stadium seating in this section features upgraded, extra wide cushioned seats providing premium comfort and sightlines.
• PNC Executive Suites
  Positioned on the east side of the stadium and wrapping around both the North and South ends, these private, climate-controlled luxury boxes are stacked vertically across four distinct tiers designated as Levels A, B, C, and D. Suite ticket holders access these premium levels via dedicated entrances at Gate 14 and private elevators. Individual suites are configured to accommodate groups ranging from 12 to 40 guests. Standard amenities include retractable/operable glass windows, interior theater-style padded leather seating, private restrooms, multiple TVs, a full size refrigerator, and dedicated attendant service with customizable, upscale catering menus.
• Proven IT Skyline Suite
  The Proven IT Skyline Suite is a premium all-inclusive option accommodating 180 fans. Located in the southeast corner of the stadium, it offers a unique game day experience with premium amenities and lake views. It features reserved, extra wide cushioned leather seats, wall-to-wall TVs, and private restrooms. It features an open premium bar from, an upscale buffet with chef carving stations, traditional football fare, a dessert station.

Specialty Food

• Buona Beef
  This vendor serves as an official Italian beef and sausage partner, operating dedicated carts at Sections 144 and 334, with their beef also featured at 14 standard stands
• Mr. Beef
  The iconic river north stand that inspired the hit television show The Bear has a dedicated location near Section 134 serving its famous, gravy-dipped Italian beef sandwiches.
• Connie's Pizza
  A local deep dish staple serving up slices throughout the stadium
• Surf's Up
  Serving up southern soul food favorites like Hennessy wings, fried shrimp, and fried biscuits.
• Tavern Burger (Section 126)
  From the Boka Restaurant group, serving premium handcrafted burgers and fries.
• 606 Sausage Co (Sections 122, 143, 319)
  Offering an array of premium polish sausages, hot links, and bratwursts. These locations regularly feature specialty collaborations, such as craft sausages topped with "Suhey Peppers", a family recipe from former Bears fullback and Super Bowl champion Matt Suhey. For plant-based or gluten-free accommodations, designated destinations at Sections 143 and 144 provide vegetarian alternative burgers, hot dogs, and gluten-free buns.

AI Self-Checkout Technology

To drastically cut down on wait times, the stadium features more than 60 automated self-checkout kiosks and grab-and-go markets. These terminals use AI-powered cameras that instantly recognize items like pizza slices, popcorn, and beer cans as you place them down, allowing fans to complete transactions and return to their seats up to three times faster than traditional lines.

Drinks & Bars

The Burnham Bar locations (found near Sections 114, 124, 153, and 241) serve as the primary hubs for premium drink selections, offering mixed cocktails, ready-to-drink canned spirits, and local craft beers alongside domestic and import options from Molson Coors.