Regardless of what your favorite sport is, there is most likely one sports venue that is truly special to you. It is filled with history and memories of great athletic achievements. If you take a minute to zoom out, you’ll notice that a number of spectacular venues exist across the world. Each one is both unique in terms of design and in terms of sports history.
All sports fans should take the time to visit at least a few of the historic stadiums listed in this article. Doing so will introduce you to a unique sports culture, and will give you a great excuse to explore the world.
- Fenway Park – Boston, Massachusetts
Fenway Park has hosted the Boston Red Sox since a 1912 game was played against the Harvard University baseball team. The park’s 105-year history make it one of the oldest active sports venues in the United States.
Fenway has hosted twelve world series, and features one of the most iconic outfields in baseball. “The Green Monster” (a 37-foot-high wall in the outfield), the “lone red seat”, and “Williamsburg” are all components of the park that holds historical significance for baseball fans.
- Camp Nou – Barcelona, Spain
Camp Nou, or “New Field” is the home of FC Barcelona. It was constructed in 1957 and was later expanded in the 1980s. Today it is the second largest soccer stadium in the world, seating nearly 100,000 soccer fans.
The stadium has hosted a number of famous soccer matches, including a semi-final matchup against Italy during the World Cup. Additionally, Camp Nou was used during the 1992 summer Olympics.
Visitors to this sports stadium can immerse themselves in the long and storied history of FC Barcelona, while also exploring the surrounding city – a destination in and of itself.
- All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club – London, United Kingdom
Since 1908, the All England Club has hosted historic tennis events on the club’s famed grass courts. In 1908, the club hosted the summer Olympics tennis tournaments. Today it is the host of one of the “major” tennis tournaments, Wimbledon. The private club features 18 tennis courts (most of which are grass), including Centre Court, which is where the final match of Wimbledon is played each year.
Those interested in learning more about the club’s history can schedule a tour of the Wimbledon museum or of the stadium itself.
- Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum – Los Angeles, California
Also known simply as the Coliseum, this stadium has played host to a wide variety of historic events. First opened in 1923, the Stadium was one of the largest sports venues in the United States at the time. Shortly after opening, the stadium hosted the 1932 Olympics.
Later, the Coliseum became the home stadium of the Los Angeles Rams in 1964, and hosted Super bowl VII in 1973. Eleven years later, the Coliseum hosted yet another Olympics. Today it is the home of the LA Rams, and of the University of Southern California Trojans football team.
Those interested in watching a football game under a clear blue California sky should look no further than the historic LA Memorial Coliseum.
- Parc des Princes – Paris, France
Traveling to Paris for any reason is a fantastic trip, be it to visit the Paris catacombs or to take in a soccer match. For those interested in soccer, a trip to the Parc des Princes is a must. This medium size soccer stadium is home to Paris Saint-Germain and has played host to a number of significant soccer events. Some of the games played during the 1998 World Cup were hosted in this stadium, and 2016 Euro Cup was also hosted there.
- Madison Square Garden – New York, New York
It’s not unheard of for thankful brides to buy their bridesmaids a customer bridesmaid dress, but serious sports fans send their bridesmaids to catch a game at Madison Square Garden instead. Since 1968, the Garden, as it is known by locals, has been the home stadium of the New York Knicks and of the New York Rangers. The $1.1 billion stadium has hosted the Stanley Cup and NBA finals, NCAA tournaments, and a countless number of musical performances.
Elvis Presley, Elton John, John Lennon, and Madonna (just to name a few) have all performed at the Garden. Making this a historically significant site both for sports fans and for music fans as well.
Conclusion
Whether you want to take in some sites as a travel-oriented influencer marketing project, or you are a die-hard sports fan interested in seeing some of the most historic sports locales, making a pilgrimage to any of the stadiums listed is sure to provide you with unforgettable experiences.