For the best views of a Reds game at Great American Ball Park, fans will want to stick close to the infield where most of the top options are located on the lower 100 seating tier, or the secondary Club Level seating tier.
Among our recommendations are the seats just beyond the team dugouts down the first and third base lines. If you prefer sitting closer to the Reds dugout (first base side), look for seats in rows EE and higher of sections 128-131. The seats feel close to the action and have a good viewing angle of the entire playing field. But one of the biggest draws here is the overhead coverage, which can provide some much appreciated relief from the hot summer sun during a day game at GABP, helping to keep you in your seat watching the game.
You can find similar views down the third base side (closer to the visitors dugout) in sections 112-114, however there is far less overhead coverage here so sitting higher up is not as much of an advantage. Opt for seats in rows R through GG for excellent viewing height, and close proximity to the entry concourse entry tunnel located just above section 113. Fans will want to avoid sections 116 and 117 as these are far from the concourse (due to the suites just above), making for very long trips to and from the restrooms and concessions. If you want to avoid the protective netting, you'll want to find seats beyond section 113 on the third base side and section 133 on the first base side.
The aptly named scout seats at GABP offer the best of the best when it comes to views of a ballgame, but also come with a noticeably higher price tag. These seats give you an incredible perspective of the batters box and on deck circles, and also have amazing views of the pitches as they cross the plate. As a premium option, these seats also come with in-seat wait service, allowing you to order and receive food and beverage without having to miss a minute of the game. Just about every seating row is a phenomenal option here, although we recommend not going any higher than row I in sections 124 and 126 due to additional railings off the sides of the seating sections.
Sticking with the behind home plate views, there are also excellent options to be found on the second tier Club level in sections 222-225. You will have straight away views of the entire field from an ideal seating height, and with 6 rows of seating in each section you can really focus on the game while having short trips to and from the concourse.
Also located on the Club level, seats in rows H-M of sections 303-304 have very good views which are right in line with the Reds Dugout. These are further up in the club tier which can be a big benefit on bright summer days thanks to the better shade you will get. July sun in Cincinnati is no joke, so being able to find some relief is a significant benefit which helps keep you in your seat watching the action.
Should you be priced out of many of the lower and club level options when searching for great views, we recommend considering select options on the 400 level down the third base line. Also known as the Mezzanine, these seats extend closer and lower to the field than 400 level sections down the first base line. The views from rows C-H in sections 417-418 are some of the best you can find on the Mezzanine, with great alignment to the heart of the infield. Just be sure to avoid rows A-B where the safety railing at the front of the section can be a distraction.
- Close to the infield and the Reds dugout
- Covered by the seating deck above for good protection from the weather
- Close to the entry tunnel at the top of the section
- Close to the infield diamond with good seating height
- Nice viewing angle to the heart of the infield
- Beyond the protective netting for clear sight lines to homeplate
Rows A-I in Sections 22, 23, 24 and 25
- Impressive views of the batters box and on deck circles
- Excellent positioning just behind home plate
- Less time away from the game thanks to in-seat food and beverage service using Ballpark App
- Prime position on the second tier club level and right behind home plate
- Small seating sections help keep your focus on the field
- Shorter trips to and from the concourse with all-inclusive food and non-alcoholic drinks
Sections 303 and 304
- Good angle to the heart of the infield
- Excellent viewing height from the club seating tier
- Better protection from the sun than most areas as GABP
Rows C-H in Sections 417 and 418
- Lower seating position than comparable seats on the first base side
- Good viewing angle near the middle of the infield
- Clear of the safety railing at the front of the section
