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Landmark: Oriole Park at Camden YardsCity: Baltimore
Country: USA Maryland
Continent: North America
Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore, USA Maryland, North America
Oriole Park at Camden Yards is a baseball stadium located in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
It serves as the home ballpark for Major League Baseball's Baltimore Orioles.
Visual Characteristics
The stadium features a distinctive brick exterior, utilizing 22 million Baltimore-made bricks. Its design incorporates a retro-modern aesthetic, with a cantilevered upper deck and a visible B&O Railroad warehouse along the left-field wall. Seating capacity is approximately 45,971.
Location & Access Logistics
Oriole Park at Camden Yards is situated at 333 West Camden Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. It is located approximately 1 mile southwest of Baltimore's Inner Harbor. Parking is available in multiple official lots surrounding the stadium, with rates varying by event. Public transportation options include the Baltimore Light Rail (Camden Yards station) and various MTA bus lines that stop near the stadium complex.
Historical & Ecological Origin
The stadium opened on April 6, 1992. It was designed by HOK Sport (now Populous) and built on the site of the former Camden Station rail yard. Its construction marked a shift towards retro-style ballparks, influencing subsequent stadium designs.
Key Highlights & Activities
Activities include attending Baltimore Orioles baseball games. Tours of the ballpark are available on non-game days, offering access to areas such as the dugout, press box, and suites. The stadium also hosts concerts and other special events.
Infrastructure & Amenities
Restrooms are located throughout all levels of the stadium. Numerous concession stands offer food and beverages. Shaded seating is available in certain sections, particularly on the lower levels and under the upper deck overhang. Cell phone signal (4G/5G) is generally available within the stadium.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit is during an Orioles home game. For optimal lighting for photography of the stadium's exterior, consider late afternoon. The baseball season typically runs from April through September.
Facts & Legends
The iconic B&O Railroad Warehouse, which stands 520 feet long and is the longest building on the East Coast, is a prominent feature. Balls hit into the warehouse are considered home runs. A unique feature is the Eutaw Street promenade, which runs behind the right-field bleachers and is open to pedestrians on game days, allowing fans to walk through the stadium.
Nearby Landmarks
- 0.5km North: Baltimore Inner Harbor
- 1.2km Northeast: National Aquarium
- 1.5km Northeast: Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture
- 2.0km Northeast: Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine