Paycor Stadium stadium information: Home of the Cincinnati Bengals in NFL. Located in Cincinnati, OH with a capacity of 65,515 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 13 degrees. Built in 2000.
For a day game at Paycor Stadium, the behind home plate falls into shade first. The coolest seats are on that side, in the back rows under the upper-deck overhang, and in any fully covered or club-level sections. Evening games leave most of the park shaded by first pitch. See how we calculate this.
At a glance: pick a game time
Sun: W · 27° above the horizon
Shaded (0)
Light sun (14)
Moderate sun (24)
Full sun (22)
Seating layout is approximate — the shaded vs sunny side is accurate, but individual section details are modeled, not from this park’s real seating map.
Overview
Paycor Stadium, formerly Paul Brown Stadium, sits on the banks of the Ohio River in downtown Cincinnati. The stadium features a distinctive riverfront location with views of the Cincinnati skyline and Kentucky hills across the river.
Stadium Highlights
Scenic Ohio River location
Downtown Cincinnati setting
Views of Cincinnati skyline and Kentucky
Modern amenities with traditional football atmosphere
Unique Features
Built on Ohio River waterfront
Open concourses with river views
Natural grass field
Distinctive tiger-striped design elements
Shade & Sun Protection Guide
Best Shaded Sections by Time
Morning Games
West sideline sections
Upper deck 300-315
Club level west
Afternoon Games
East sideline becomes shaded
Lower bowl 200-215
River side sections
Evening Games
Most areas shaded after 5 PM
Upper deck coverage
All club areas
Shade Tips
Stadium runs roughly north-south along river
River breeze can provide cooling effect
Upper deck provides some lower bowl shade
September games still require sun protection
Monthly Weather Patterns
September
69°F 65% 20% rain
Pleasant early fall
East side recommended for afternoon
October
57°F 60% 25% rain
Crisp fall weather
Sun manageable, layer appropriately
November
45°F 65% 30% rain
Cool with river wind
Wind protection more important
December
35°F 65% 30% rain
Cold winter weather
Bundle up for river winds
January
30°F 60% 25% rain
Harsh winter conditions
Dress for arctic river conditions
Seating Guide
Premium Seating Options
Club Levels
Bengals Club
Club level midfield
Climate controlled
Premium dining
River views
Cincinnati Bell Technology Pavilion
Club level
All-inclusive service
Technology features
Premium location
Seating Tips
Club Level
Great river views and climate control
experience
Lower bowl midfield
Best game views with potential river breeze
experience
Upper deck 320-325
Excellent value with great sightlines
value
River side seats
Unique views of Ohio River
experience
Budget-Friendly Options
Upper deck corners 300-314
End zone upper 329-344
Some lower end zones
Food & Drink
Signature Items
Cincinnati Chili
Skyline Chili Dog
Goetta
LaRosa's Pizza
Local Favorites
Skyline Chili
Gold Star Chili
Montgomery Inn BBQ
Graeter's Ice Cream
Beer & Beverages
Budweiser
Miller
Local craft beers
Hudy Delight
Local breweries: Rhinegeist, MadTree, Braxton
Getting There
Address
1 Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, OH 45202
Parking Options
Stadium Lots A-E
Distance: AdjacentPrice: $20-35
Official stadium parking
Downtown Garages
Distance: 5-10 blocksPrice: $10-25✓ Covered
Covered parking available
Riverfront Lots
Distance: 10 min walkPrice: $15
Scenic walk along river
Alternative Transportation
Public Transit
Metro bus routes
Streetcar connections
Ride Share: Designated pickup areas downtown
Game Day Tips
Try Cincinnati Chili
Local specialty unique to Cincinnati
Enjoy River Views
Take in Ohio River scenery
Dress for River Wind
River can make it feel colder
Explore Downtown
Walk around before game
Who Dey Chant
Participate in Bengals chants
Typical Game Day Schedule
Gates Open: 2 hours before kickoff
First Pitch: 1:00 PM most Sundays, 4:25 PM late games