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This article will cover everything you need to know about Nationals Park in terms of gate locations, parking lot entrance locations, when the stadium gates open, and more relevant information you’ll want to know prior to arrival. It will also detail some of the best attractions in and surrounding the stadium that we recommend visitors experience before or after the game.
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The Nationals Park First Base Gate Entrance is located on the southeast corner of the stadium. Nationals Park First Base Gate Entrance is at the intersection of South Potomac Avenue SE and First Street SE. As you approach Nationals Park First Base Gate Entrance you will see a large set of stair leading up to the gate. There is a large “Nationals Park” sign with a smaller “First Base Gate” underneath of it.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Nationals Park First Base Gate Entrance as you view it from South Potomac Avenue SE near the intersection with First Street SE. Nationals Park First Base Gate Entrance is a short walk to Nationals Park Lot A and Nationals Park Parking Garage C. There is a large clearing at the base of the steps that makes a great place to meet up with your group.
The Nationals Park Right Field Gate Entrance is located on the northeast corner of the stadium in between Nationals Park and Nationals Park Parking Garage C. Nationals Park Right Field Gate is located on First Street SE near the intersection with N Street SE. Nationals Park Right Field Gate Entrance is fairly small and tucked back off the road about 30 feet. There is a Season Plan Holder Entrance at the Nationals Park Right Field Gate as well.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Nationals Park Right Field Gate Entrance as you view it First Street SE. Nationals Park Right Field Gate has a small red overhang over the blue wire gates. There is also a large World Series sign as you look up at the stadium. Nationals Park Right Field Gate is very close to Nationals Park Parking Garage C.
The Nationals Park Center Field Gate Entrance is located on the north side of the stadium. Nationals Park Center Field Gate is located at the intersection of Half Street SE and N Street SE. Nationals Park Center Field Gate is set between Nationals Park Parking Garage C and Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage. In the area between the garages, you will see numerous blue gates. Nationals Park Center Field Gate is also known as Nationals Park Red Gate.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Nationals Park Center Field Gate from the intersection of N Street SE and Half Street SE. You will see a large “Center Field Gate” sign with a smaller sign below it that reads “Center Field Gate”. The Nationals Team Store is located just to the east. As mentioned, Nationals park Center Field Gate is located next to Nationals Park Parking Garage C and Geico Parking Garage.
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The Nationals Park Left Field Gate Entrance is located on the northwest side of the stadium. Nationals Park Left Field Gate is located on S Capitol Street SE near the intersection with N Street SE. Nationals Park Left Field Gate is tucked back off the street between the Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage and the stadium. It is a fairly small gate that has an entrance for Season Plan Holders and an express lane for those without bags.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Left Field Gate from S Capitol Street SE. As you approach the gate you will see a large “Nationals Park” sign with a smaller sign that reads “Left Field Gate” below it. There is also some trees and small landscaped areas outside the gate. Nationals Park Left Field Gate is located just to the south of Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage.
The Nationals Park Third Base Gate Entrance is located on the west side of the stadium. Nationals Park Third Base Gate is located at the intersection of S Capitol Street SE and O Street SW. As you approach Nationals Park Third base Gate you will see a small red overhang with a large “W” on it and “Third Base Gate” written in small white writing. The gate is below three stories of open balconies with railings.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Third Base Gate from the intersection of O Street SW and S Capitol Street SE. Nationals Park Third Base Gate is fairly small that has a blue ballpark directory sign attached to the wall just outside of it. There are also several trees outside the gate. Nationals Park Third Base Gate is just south of the Geico Parking Garage.
The Nationals Park Home Plate Gate Entrance is located on the southwest corner of the stadium. Nationals Park Home Plate Gate is located at the corner of S Capitol Street SE and Potomac Avenue SE. As you approach the gate you will see a large area of trees and grass. You will also see several bronze statues of Josh Gibson, Frank Howard and Walter Johnson. You will see a large “Nationals” sign near the top of the stadium.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Home Plate Gate as you view it from the corner of S Capitol Street SE and Potomac Avenue SE. Above the gate you will see a large “Nationals Park” sign with a smaller “Home Plate Gate” beneath it in white. Nationals Park Home Plate Gate is equidistant from both Nationals Park Parking Garage C and Geico Parking Garage.
The Nationals Park Media and Suite Gate is located on the southwest side of the stadium between Nationals Park Third Base Gate and Home Plate Gate. Nationals Park Media and Suite Entrance is located on S Capitol Street SE. As you approach the gate, the stadium looks like an office building with large windows. You will also see a couple flag poles and a Washington Nationals seal.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the Nationals Park Media and Suite Entrance as you view it from S Capitol Street SE. The Nationals Park Media and Suite Entrance is below a building overhang that has a set of stairs that leads back to the gate. The Media and Suite Entrance is only for media members and suite ticket holders. Nationals Park Media and Suite Gate is just south of Nationals Park Parking Garage C.
The Nationals Park Lot H Parking is located north of the stadium on Half Street SE just north of the intersection with M Street SE. Nationals Park Lot H is a good option for fans to park in if you are heading to the game from the north. Nationals Park Lot H is ideal for Nationals Park Left Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. It is about a 5-10 minute walk to Nationals Park from here. It is recommended to get Parking Pass ahead of time to ensure you get a spot.
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Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Lot H as you view it from Half Street SE. You can follow Half Street SE to the Nationals Park Center Field Gate. Nationals Park Lot H is in between two large buildings which have parking garages, so don’t get confused. The Lot can fill up fast, so I would recommend getting there early or buying a parking pass ahead of time.
The Nationals Park Lot L Parking Entrance is located on S Capitol Street SE near the corner with L Street SE. Nationals Park Lot L good option for those fans traveling to the game from the north or the west. Nationals Park Lot L is a fairly small parking lot with a chain link fence around it. Nationals Park Lot L is ideal for Nationals Park Left Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. Lot L is about a 10-15 minute walk to Nationals Park from here.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Lot L. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Lot L as you view it from S Capitol Street SE near the intersection with L Street SE. You can follow S Capitol Street SE to the northwest corner of the stadium. The Lot can fill up fast, so I would recommend getting there early or buying a parking pass ahead of time.
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The Nationals Park Lot U Parking Entrance is located on 3rd Street SE near the intersection with L Street SE. Nationals Park Lot U is northeast of the stadium about 3 blocks. Nationals Park Lot U is a good option for fans to park in if you are heading to the game from the north or east. Nationals Park Lot U is closest to Nationals Park Right Field Gate. It is about a 10-15 minute walk to Nationals Park from here. Nationals Park Lot U is a fairly small lot, so reserving a prepaid pass will be your best option.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Lot U. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Lot U as you view it from 3rd Street SE. You will see a “Lot U” sign in the corners of the lot. Nationals Park Lot U has a small metal rod fence around it. You can take 3rd street down to M Street, and then M Street to Half Street to get to the stadium. The Lot can fill up fast, so I would recommend buying a parking pass ahead of time.
The Nationals Park Lot T Parking Entrance is located at the intersection 3rd Street SE and I Street SE. Nationals Park Lot T is a good option for those fans traveling to the game from the north or east. Nationals Park is great for fans with seats near Nationals Park Right Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. It is about a 15 minute walk to Nationals Park from here. This parking lot is is fairly small, so buying a prepaid pass ahead of time is recommended.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Lot T. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Lot T as you view it from 3rd Street SE near the intersection with I Street SE. You can follow 3rd Street to M Street then west to Half Street to get to Nationals Park. Lot T has a metal rod fence around the perimeter. The Lot can fill up fast, so I would recommend getting there early or buying a parking pass ahead of time.
The Nationals Park Lot W Parking Entrance is located 6th Street SE near the intersection with M Street SE. Nationals Park Lot W is a good option for those fans traveling to the game from the north or the east. Nationals Park Lot W is closest Nationals Park Right Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. It is about a 10-15 minute walk to Nationals Park from here. Lot W is a fairly small lot, so buying a pass ahead of time is recommended.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Lot W. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Lot W on 6th Street SE near the intersection with M Street SE . Lot W is northeast of the stadium. You can take M Street over to Half Street to get to the stadium. Also, this parking lot will fill up fast, so we recommend buying a parking pass ahead of time.
Yes there are a couple Nationals Park Parking Garages. The Nationals Park Parking Garages are both located just north of the stadium along N Street SE. Regardless of where you are sitting, these garages are good options as they are very close to the stadium.
Fans are encouraged to prepay for parking before arriving at Nationals Park. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com).
The Nationals Park Parking Garage C Entrance is located on First Street SE near the intersection with N Street SE. Nationals Park Parking Garage C is a good option for fans to park in for any of the gates as it is attached to the stadium, but it is closest to Nationals Park Right Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. Nationals Park Parking Garage C also has an entrance off of N Street SE. It is less than a 10 minute walk to any of the gates at Nationals Park.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Parking Garage C. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Parking Garage C as you view it from First Street SE near the intersection with N Street SE. Parking Garage CE is located on the northeast side of the stadium. Nationals Park Parking Garage C is very popular as it is attached to the stadium, so buying a parking pass ahead of time is strongly encouraged.
The Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage Entrance is located on N Street SE near the intersection with S Capitol Street SE. Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage is a good option for fans to park in for any of the gates as it is attached to the stadium, but it is closest to Nationals Park Left Field Gate and Nationals Park Center Field Gate. Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage also has a 2nd entrance off of N Street SE near Nationals Park Center Field Gate. It is less than a 10 minute walk to any of the gates at Nationals Park.
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking is usually your best option to make sure you get a spot and avoid other hassles.
Click here to view a 360-degree view of the entrance to Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage as you view it from N Street SE near the intersection with S Capitol Street SE. Nationals Park Geico Parking Garage is on the northwest corner of Nationals Park. Parking will fill up fast and you will need to buy a parking pass ahead of time to park here.
When going to a Washington Nationals game you have the option to park in one of the many Nationals Parking Lots or Nationals Park Parking Garages. The Nationals recommend buying a prepaid parking pass ahead of arrival as drive up parking is not available for every game.
The list of Nationals Park Parking Lots that we detail in this article:
The list of Nationals Park Parking Garages that we detail in this article:
There are a lot of parking options when going to a Nationals game. With that said, the Nationals games are very popular and parking can fill up fast. We recommend getting a parking pass ahead of time to avoid hassle and availability issues. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com).
Yes, it does cost to park in Nationals Park Parking Lots and Garages. This is where you can view the current price of parking passes available for Nationals games at Vivid Seats (paid affiliate link takes you to VividSeats.com). Prepaying for parking can eliminate hassle and wait times at the stadium and is strongly recommended.
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