Floor seats, like those in Floor E are among the most sought-after tickets
On the Floor: Sections A, B, C and D are a part of Floor Seating, which offer some of the closest views of the performers. For many concerts, floor sections are added or removed. These performer-specific adjustments may alter the floor layout and the views from each floor section.
To the Side of the Stage: For close views of the stage with a little bit of elevation, consider seats to the side of the stage in 106, 107, 108 and 109. The view is not head-on like on the floor, but many of the seats are closer to the stage, provide better elevation and are actual stadium seats.
Head-on to the Stage: Seats directly across from the stage, like those in 1, 2, 3 and 101 provide the most comfortable looks of the performance. Even upper level sections offer unobstructed sitelines. Just keep in mind that you won't be able to see as much detail from these seats as you would if you sat closer to the stage.
Find specific ticket and seating information for the Billy Joel residency at Madison Square Garden.
Consider the Following When Buying Tickets
If you're on the shorter side (or bringing kids), consider floor seats only in the first few rows: The most common complaint amongst floor ticketholders is that they can't see the stage because of taller people in front of them. As an alternative, consider side sections near the stage that will still have you close and high enough to see.
Lower level side sections are not created equal: While the side sections closest to the stage are top-notch, side sections farther from the stage may leave you with a cramp in your neck. Sections 118 and 106 are not well-angled towards the stage - leaving you to turn your head for an ideal view. Instead, consider head-on sections in the lower level or even close side seats in the upper level like Sections 222 and 213.
For Concerts - For the majority of shows at MSG, the ultra-premium Madison Club seats will not be made available for purchase due to their positioning behind the sta...
Other Popular Seating Areas
Floor - ★★★★★ - Most fans will agree that floor seats are the best seats for seeing a concert at Madison Square Garden. Given their proximity...
Eighteen76 Balcony - ★★★★★ - For fans looking to relax and enjoy a concert in a private and comfortable setting, the Eighteen76 balcony is an ideal locati...
100 Level Side - ★★★★ - For fans who can\'t/don\'t want to sit in the first 15 rows of the floor, sections 108 and 116 are the next best thing for a ...
Chase Bridges - ★★★★ - The Chase Bridge seats are among the most unique seats in Madison Square Garden thanks to a bridged catwalk-style design whic...
Lower Level End - ★★★★ - End seating on the lower level is split up into sections 1-3 and sections 101-103. Sections 1-3 have 19-20 rows of seating pe...
100 Level Corner - ★★★★ - Corner seating on the 100 level of MSG for is an inexpensive way to be on the lower level for a concert. For a traditional en...
200 Level Side - ★★★ - 200 Level Side sections at Madison Square Garden are among the largest sections in the arena, as each section has up to 25 ro...
200 Level End - ★★★ - End seating in the 200 level is a great alternative to corner seats in the 200 level because of the intimacy and head-on view...
200 Level Corner - ★★ - 200 level corner seats are a cheaper alternative to side seating due to their distance from the stage. Rows 20 and above in s...
"Good Perspective From the Lower Corner" - ★★★★ - My seat was near the very top of the section on the lower level, but still had very good views with ...
Section 104, Row 22, Seat 5
"Side Stage Magic!" - ★★★★★ - Almost right in line with the front of the stage with amazingly close views of the performance. You...
Section 109, Row 6, Seat 3
"Was pleasantly surprised...." - ★★★★ - That our seats where much better than expected, really didn't even need to look at screens. We like ...
Section 108, Row 15, Seats 3 and 4
"Great Bar Rail Seats for a Show!" - ★★★★★ - While far from the performance on the opposite end of the arena and on the 200 level, I have to admi...
Section 204, Row BS
"Poor Angle From So Far Away" - ★★ - Sometimes being close to the stage isn't always a good thing. In my case, I was near the left side ...
Section 222, Row 24, Seat 24
"Totally Unique Experience " - ★★★ - Tough to describe these seats. Was on the barstool, which is above the two regular rows of seats. Yo...
Section 313, Row BS, Seat 1
"Front Row Was Not My Favorite" - ★★★★ - Although the seats feel close, they are well behind the front portion of the stage and it was hard ...
Section 213, Row 1, Seat 7
"Not Good For Much of Anything" - ★ - I was in the far right aisle seat of one of the very last rows in Section 227, and the view was noth...
Section 227, Row 18, Seat 13
"Far Up in the Corner" - ★★ - Near the top of the section, the seats definitely feel far from the stage and the bridge above cuts ...
"Good head-on view of the stage" - ★★★★ - The seats provide a comfortable view of the entire stage, free of obstructions. First row is great f...
"A Few Seats Too Far Left" - ★★★★ - While I felt close to the stage in Section 115, being in Seat 13 of Row 21 had me just a few seats t...
Section 115, Row 21, Seat 13
"Barstool with a bar right behind!" - ★★★ - These might be the best barstool seats at MSG. The bar at the garden is directly behind. So you lite...
Section 204, Row BS
"Screen gets in way of the stage" - ★★ - When the screen is set up you can't see the stage. Acoustics aren't any good either as it all funnel...
Section 221, Row 14, Seat 22
"Surprisingly Empty" - ★★★ - Couldn't believe there weren't more people sitting on this section. Can't see the screen or the fron...
Section 213, Row 10, Seat 11
"Really awesome! " - ★★★★ - These seats are pretty amazing. Thought I wanted to be on the 100 level, but I love these. There's n...
Section 212, Row 3, Seat 4
"Not too bad" - ★★★ - Row 1 has the monitor, which is rather pointless during a concert. So I'd try to go for row 2 or hig...
Section 222, Row 1, Seat 2
"Good angle to the stage" - ★★★ - Really comfortable view. If you just want a comfortable view, this is as good a spot as any.
A f...
"Unique view" - ★★★★★ - I have to say anyone who has been in the Chase bridge can attest the view is unique and it's much ea...
Section 311, Row 1 Verified Customer
"Different view from above" - ★★★★★ - Enjoyed the show and being away from the busier areas. Will definitely look to be in this area more ...
Section 313, Row 1 Verified Customer
"Amazing!" - ★★★★★ - For the price, the best seat in the house - full view of the band and the stage. No one in front of ...
Section 216, Row 16, Seats 16-17
"Jennifer Lopez - Jul 12, 2019" - ★★★★★ - Loved our seats! Great view above the crowd, loved having room to dance, a place to put my drink and...
Section 327, Row 1 Verified Customer
"They were amazing! " - ★★★★ - Seats were perfect. If you're afraid to buy them because they look like they might be too far to the...
Section 109, Row 4, Seat 6
"Right by the tunnel." - ★★★ - Comfortable seats easy to get to. Tunnel for food is just a row away so you can step in and out quic...
Section 209, Row 9, Seat 14
"don't buy this seat" - ★★ - Seat is farthest from aisle, view is obstructed (unless maybe you're 6'3 or taller); I could only pa...
Floor 9, Row 2, Seat 12
"Nothing spectacular" - ★★ - Don't get me wrong, the view is clear and the sound is loud. But being behind the bridge makes you f...
Section 211, Row 21, Seat 12
"Awful" - ★★ - For the purposes of a concert there is a double obstructed view from the wall and the overhang. It's...
Section 208, Row 16
"Barbra Streisand - Aug 3, 2019" - ★★★★★ - We loved the seats. The audio was fantastic.
We could even see Bill Clinton's white
head from our ...
Section 209, Row 14 Verified Customer
"Hillsong United - Jul 2, 2019" - ★★★★★ - Closer to the stage than I thought. Little distraction, even with people standing in front.
The ligh...
Section 1, Row 11 Verified Customer
"Good price value" - ★★★★ - We were very pleased. Not too far to the side, and if we were closer we would have been below the s...
Section 118, Row 6, Seats 7-8
"Great seats, good view" - ★★★★★ - I liked that I could see the stage and it was not far away. The view was great
Section 102, Row 12, Seat 15
"Great Seats!!" - ★★★★ - Seats were perfect. Close enough, and tiered so the view was awesome.
Section 118, Row 6, Seats 8,9
"Great view!" - ★★★★ - Just enough above the people on the floor to see the stage perfectly.
Section 2, Row 17 Verified Customer
"The seats were incredible" - ★★★★★ - I'm just over 5 ft. tall and had no problem seeing the stage.
Floor 10, Row 9, Seats 10-11
"Billy Joel - Dec 11, 2019" - ★★★★★ - Good view of the stage. Comfy. Close to bathroom and the bar!
