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Last Updated2026/2027 Concert Season
The best seats for a concert at Madison Square Garden depend on the stage and floor layout and what you want out of the night. Do you want to be up close on the Floor Seats, or would you rather a comfortable seat in the 200s? Perhaps you've never been in the Chase Bridges and want to experience them for the first time.
Based on our own experiences - and experiences of real MSG concert-goers - we compiled a list of the best places to sit (and avoid) for a concert at Madison Square Garden.
Floor Seats
Rows/layouts change by tour
Why We Picked It
The closest tickets at the world's most famous arena. For the big names, the front rows and close general admission areas are the most sought after tickets.
…the Floor is my favorite. Best atmosphere, best sound, best views. The closer you are the better it gets.
Typical Price
$300–$800
100 Level Side (Concert)
Rows 1–22
Why We Picked It
Situated at an angle that still takes in the whole stage and its screens. The front rows are close to the stage, and the back rows are close to amenities.
Typical Price
$290–$700
Sections 312–314 & 326
Rows 1–2
Why We Picked It
MSG's catwalk seats, hung from the roof above the 200 level: you look down on the stage and the floor from above, from wider, padded seats two or three rows deep.
Enjoyed the show and being away from the busier areas…
Typical Price
$100–$210
HUB Loft
Rows 1–3
Why We Picked It
Just a few dozen fans get to enjoy a head-on view and great amenities. For most shows, food and non-alcoholic drinks are included, along with in-seat waiter service and a VIP entrance.
Typical Price
$650–$700
Sections 211–212 & 223–224
Rows 1–6
Why We Picked It
The best way to get a clear views in the 200s. Below the entry tunnel and at the front of the section has the best views with the fewest distractions.
…Thought I wanted to be on the 100 level, but I love these. There's nothing you can't see comfortably…
Typical Price
$150–$300
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| Seating Priority | Recommended Sections / Areas | Why We Picked It | Typical Price | More... |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Closest to the StageFloor Seats | Floor Seats | The closest tickets at the world's most famous arena. For the big names, the front rows and close general admission areas are the most sought after tickets.
| $300–$800 | |
 For reserved seating shows, sections A-C are usually closest to the stage. | ||||
| Best View off the Floor100 Level Side (Concert) (Sec 107–108 & 116–117) | 100 Level Side (Concert) (Sec 107–108 & 116–117) | Situated at an angle that still takes in the whole stage and its screens. The front rows are close to the stage, and the back rows are close to amenities. | $290–$700 | |
| Most Unique ViewSections 312–314 & 326 | Sections 312–314 & 326 | MSG's catwalk seats, hung from the roof above the 200 level: you look down on the stage and the floor from above, from wider, padded seats two or three rows deep.
| $100–$210 | |
 MSG opens the bridges for some concerts, not all. On the north bridge the third row is barstools. | ||||
| Best Premium ExperienceHUB Loft (HUB Loft) | HUB Loft (HUB Loft) | Just a few dozen fans get to enjoy a head-on view and great amenities. For most shows, food and non-alcoholic drinks are included, along with in-seat waiter service and a VIP entrance. | $650–$700 | |
 Formerly section 205, now named for its sponsor, HUB International.
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| Best ValueSections 211–212 & 223–224, rows 1–6 | Sections 211–212 & 223–224, rows 1–6 | The best way to get a clear views in the 200s. Below the entry tunnel and at the front of the section has the best views with the fewest distractions.
| $150–$300 | |
Typical prices are the middle half of listings across all 31 upcoming concerts, per ticket with fees.
| Avoid Sections / Areas | Why You Should Skip | Preferred Alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Sections 208–209 & 226–227, rows 15–24 | After a long walk up the stairs, many fans are disappointed to find distracted views and end up relying too much on the videoscreens. | Sections 211–212 & 223–224, rows vary by section $140–$300 |
| Sections 315–316 & 324–325 | The Bridge seats closest to the stage have a difficult time seeing the center of the stage. | Floor seats, rows 1–10 $450–$1,100 |
Almost always in front of sections 110–114 and the Madison Club, facing sections 1–3 and 101–103 at the other end.
In the first rows, yes: rows 1–10 of the floor are the closest seats to the stage. The floor is flat, though, so once you get past row 20 or so, a riser seat in 107–108 or 116–117 usually sees more.
Sections 109 and 115 on the lower level and 213 and 222 on the 200 level sit right beside the stage, so they're very close but look across the front of it at a sharp angle: the far side of the stage and some screens are hard to see. One guide rates 109 and 115 the best lower-level seats for that closeness; one section over, 108 and 116 see much more of the stage. 109 and 115 typically cost $220–$550.
Some shows do. For an end stage, the whole end behind the stage, from the Madison Club and the 100 level up to the 400-level Blue Seats, faces the back of the set: you'll see the performers' backs, and the screens may face away. When they're sold, they typically cost $180–$300. At an in-the-round show that end faces the show.
Most of the upcoming concerts we’ve mapped here use an end stage; Dave Chappelle is in the round. All have reserved floor seats.
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Every tour sets up its own floor: check the map for your concert before you buy.
