Diamond Level (Athletics Games) - The best seats at an A's game are located directly behind home plate in what is known as the Diamond Level. While not technically on a level of its ow...
Field Boxes (Athletics Games) - Field Boxes can be found down the first and third baselines at RingCentral Coliseum. These seats give fans a chance to enjoy the game from field level...
Home Plate Theater Boxes (Athletics Games) - The Home Plate Theater Boxes at RingCentral Coliseum are located in the back of sections 116-118. These seats give a great view from behind home plate...
Loge Suites - The Loge Suites at Oakland Coliseum are located between the 200 and 300 levels. The Suites are labeled 7-60 with low-number suites on the first base s...
The Terrace and Lounge Seats (Athletics Games) - Lounge Seats and The Terrace are two of the newest premium seating additions at RingCentral Coliseum. Fans in both areas will receive complimentary fo...
Bleachers Seating - The Oakland Coliseum Bleachers are not for the faint of heart. Besides for a reputation as being a tad rowdy towards visiting fans, these sections bak...
Field Level Seating - The closest non-premium seating area for A's games are Field Level seats. On the RingCentral Coliseum seating chart, these are sections 103-130. ...
Loge Seats - The Loge Seats at RingCentral Coliseum are a collection of seats located down the right-field line. These are open-air seats that are often confu...
Plaza Level Seating - The Plaza Level at RingCentral Coliseum is made up of 200 level seating. Sections 210-224 are commonly referred to as Plaza Infield, while all other s...
Standing Room Only - Standing Room Only tickets for A's games are available on a limited basis. These tickets grant fans access to the ballpark without an assigned seat or...
Treehouse Plaza Seating - The Treehouse Plaza is a collection of sections on the Plaza Level in the outfield. These are the farthest seats from home plate, and this area is gen...
View Level Seating - On the A's seating chart, 300 Level sections are also known as the View Level. These seats provide a bird's eye perspective of the game and views of t...
Shaded and Covered Seats - Where to Find Shaded Seats at Oakland Coliseum
With an average high temperature of less than 75 degrees in June, July and August, Oakland is on...
The Oakland Coliseum (now RingCentral) has been at the center of many stadium battles during the past few years. The 50+ year-old stadium has been criticized for its inadequacy as a professional stadium. For fans going to an A's game, this criticism is not limited to the structure itself - but also to the overall fan experience and atmosphere. As the last remaining multi-purpose football/baseball stadium (pending a Raiders move), the stadium offers some of the worst sitelines for both football and baseball games. Continue reading to maximize your experience and to get the best views for an A's game at the Coliseum.
Some of our favorite seats in all of baseball are the loge seats at Dodger Stadium and Yankee Stadium. They hang over the lower seating deck and make you feel like you're sitting on top of the field. That closeness is what's missing from the Coliseum for baseball games. With a tremendous amount of foul territory, the front rows of the 100 level are the equivalent of being 10-15 rows back at any other stadium. Instead of aiming for seats that will give you a close view of the field, we recommend choosing seats with the most comfortable view.
In our opinion, the most comfortable views are found on the Plaza Level (200s sections). These seats are generally well-angled to the field and their elevation makes it easy to see side-to-side. While they're obviously not as close to the field as the aforementioned seats at Dodger and Yankee Stadiums, these are similar loge-style seats at the Coliseum. For the best overall views in these sections, we recommend sitting in row 4 or higher. The first row is often used as a walkway by fans, which can be highly distracting if they move around while the game is live. Second, a large railing is situated at the front of these sections which severely limits how you see the game.
Among lower level sections, you will find outstanding views in the lower rows of sections 116-118. In fact - besides for the Diamond Level seats directly in front of these - rows 13-20 in these sections are the best seats at the Coliseum. The seats are elevated above the Diamond Level which makes it easier to see the field. You also have fewer fans sitting in front of you and you feel about as close to the field as you can get at an A's game.
If seats behind home plate and near the dugouts are out of your budget, consider the sections all the way down the foul line in left and right field. Specifically, we recommend tickets in the first few rows of section 104 in right field and 129 and 130 in left field. These sections are as close to the field as you would expect out of a baseball-only stadium, and they provide excellent sitelines back towards home plate. Just keep in mind that right field is the sunny side, so you may want to skip out on section 104 if the sun is going to be a factor.
One final set of seats that may show up on your radar if you're looking for a home plate view are Value Deck sections 316-318. These sections are located directly behind home plate and offer a birds eye view of the game. However, the railings and signage at the front of the upper deck can severely limit your view of home plate. When you consider that these are the only sections open on the 300 level and they are horribly exposed to the sun, they are worth skipping altogether.
Comfortable views of the field and scoreboard from behind the Athletics dugout
Located near the section entrance for quick trips to and from the concourse
Among the first seats on the lower level to be shaded
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Looking down into the Diamond Level seats. These seats are located behind home plate at field level and are widely considered the best seats at an A's game.
The Field Box seats are located on the outfield side of each dugout.
The Bar and Grille offers fans a chance to dine indoors while over-looking the field. This is an excellent way to host a guest before the game begins.
Are the field boxes the best seats to watch the game at Oakland Coliseum?
Some of the best viewing options at Oakland Coliseum will be sections 110-124 due to the proximity to the field and viewing angles from being inside the infield. Section 120 is a great option for A's fan as it is also located behind the A's dugout on the third base side.
This is the view from Section 120 at Oakland Coliseum.
What is the Bar and Grille like at Oakland Coliseum for an A's game?
The Bar and Grille at the Oakland Coliseum is an upscale dining and drink spot located on the second level and is open to anyone with a game ticket.
The climate-controlled hangout includes dozens of tables and a large centerpiece bar with liquor and tapped beer.
The Bar and Grille, as seen with your back towards the field
The sit-down restaurant features tables with an unobstructed view of the game between home plate and first base. Many fans rave that these tables offer the best combination of view and amenities in an otherwise dull ballpark. These prime tables fill up quick for weekend games, so getting to the ballpark a full 1.5 hours before first pitch is recommended.
Window-side tables and the view from the Bar and Grille
Where are the best seats for an Athletics fan at Oakland Coliseum?
We recommend seats above the Athletics dugout. Low rows in Sections 119-122 will give you the best chance to see the team and maybe even interact the players or manager. These seats also give you an infield view close to the field, which is tough to find at the Coliseum.
Low row seating in Sections 119-121 keep you close to the field and the A's dugout
What is Row 1 like in the 200 level at Oakland Coliseum?
The first row seats in the 200 level at the Oakland Coliseum come with contrasting pros and cons.
PROS
More legroom than other 200 level seats
Easy access to concourse
Extra legroom in first row of 200 level at the Oakland Coliseum
CONS
Railing blocks view of the field
Tons of foot traffic in front of Row 1
Obstructed view behind railing in Section 225, Row 1 at the Oakland Coliseum
How many rows in each section at RingCentral Coliseum?
Each section has a varying amount of rows and seats. Find a section to see row and/or seat numbers.
