Stadium Central

The next stadium stop on my journey through Cleveland and Pittsburgh was Heinz Field. As an afficionado of college football stadiums, I was particularly interested in how this stadium shaped up as a college football venue. It certainly benefited from a beautiful setting along the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers, the stadium of yellow seats opening to the water. While I did not make it into the stadium, the views of downtown Pittsburgh from inside the stadium must be majestic. As a venue for a pro game, it is excellent. There does not appear to be a significant amount of parking around the stadium for tailgating, but the area must certainly be hopping before games. As a home to the Pittsburgh Panthers, the venue provides that same beautiful setting, and the parking lots likely provide excellent tailgating spots for the lower crowds that go to the Pitt games. Add to that the ability to boat up for a tailgate on water, and this venue is a unique one.

Despite being a combo pro and college stadium, I will still try to give some ratings. While the setting is beautiful, I had to knock it down a couple of points because it is not on a campus.

Heinz Field, University of Pittsburgh
Visual Appeal: 8
Fan Friendly: 8
Settings and Surroundings: 7
Quirks: 5
Blend of Classic and Modern: 6
Total: 34