SHADE GUIDE

Oracle Park

San Francisco GiantsMLB
Mission Bay/SOMA,
41,915 seats
0° orientation
Open Air
Built 2000
Oracle Park stadium information: Home of the San Francisco Giants in MLB. Located in Mission Bay/SOMA, with a capacity of 41,915 seats. The stadium has open air and faces 0 degrees. Built in 2000.

Overview

Oracle Park sits on the San Francisco Bay waterfront with stunning views and the iconic McCovey Cove beyond right field. Known for its unique dimensions, marine layer, and gourmet food offerings.

Stadium Highlights

  • Waterfront location with Bay views
  • McCovey Cove beyond right field
  • Coca-Cola Fan Lot with giant glove
  • Gourmet food destination

Unique Features

  • Right field wall only 309 feet from home
  • McCovey Cove for home run splash landings
  • 80-foot Coca-Cola bottle with slides
  • Garden behind center field

Shade & Sun Protection Guide

Best Shaded Sections by Time

Morning Games

  • Upper Deck 301-316
  • Club Level 201-216
  • Field Level 101-116

Afternoon Games

  • View Level 320-336
  • Club Level behind home plate
  • Field Club

Evening Games

  • Most sections after 4 PM
  • Third base side
  • Behind home plate

Shade Tips

  • Third base side gets afternoon shade first
  • Marine layer provides natural cooling
  • Club level has roof coverage
  • Avoid bleachers for day games

Monthly Weather Patterns

April

60°F 65% 20% rain

Cool and windy

Bring layers, wind can be strong

May

63°F 65% 10% rain

Marine layer common

Fog provides natural shade

June

66°F 65% 5% rain

June gloom

Often overcast naturally

July

67°F 65% 2% rain

Mild and foggy

Fog rolls in during games

August

68°F 65% 2% rain

Warmest month

Seek shade for day games

September

70°F 60% 5% rain

Indian summer

Can be surprisingly warm

Seating Guide

Premium Seating Options

Club Levels

Gotham Club

Behind home plate

  • All-inclusive food and drinks
  • Private entrance
  • Padded seats
Field Club

Field level infield

  • Field level views
  • Premium menu
  • Wait service
Virgin Club

Suite level

  • All-inclusive
  • Premium bar
  • Climate controlled

Seating Tips

Arcade 148-150

Standing room with drink rails and Bay views

value

View Level 334-336

Affordable seats with full field view

value

Club Level 210-214

Best shade and comfort combination

shade

Field Level 103-105

Close to Ghirardelli hot chocolate

experience

Budget-Friendly Options

  • View Level corners
  • Bleachers
  • Standing room

Food & Drink

Signature Items

  • Ghirardelli hot chocolate
  • Crazy Crab sandwich
  • Gilroy garlic fries
  • Cha Cha Bowl

Local Favorites

  • Dungeness crab
  • Mission-style burritos
  • Local craft beers
  • Sourdough bread bowls

Beer & Beverages

  • Anchor Steam
  • 21st Amendment
  • Lagunitas
  • Local craft selection

Local breweries: Anchor Brewing, 21st Amendment, Speakeasy

Getting There

Address

24 Willie Mays Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94107

Parking Options

Lot A

Distance: 0.2 milesPrice: $40

Pier 30/32

Distance: 0.5 milesPrice: $30

UCSF Garage

Distance: 0.3 milesPrice: $35✓ Covered✓ Shaded spots

Alternative Transportation

Public Transit

  • Muni Metro
  • BART to Embarcadero
  • Caltrain

Ride Share: Drop-off zones on Third Street

Game Day Tips

Ferry to the game

Take ferry from Marin or East Bay

Explore the waterfront

Walk the Embarcadero before game

Watch from McCovey Cove

Free views from kayaks or walkway

Dress in layers

Weather changes quickly

Garlic fries strategy

Buy early to avoid lines

Typical Game Day Schedule

  • Gates Open: 2 hours before first pitch
  • First Pitch: 7:15 PM weekdays, 1:05 PM day games
  • Batting Practice: 2.5 hours before (home team)

Neighborhood: Mission Bay/SOMA

Vibrant waterfront district with tech offices and entertainment

Before the Game

  • Public House
  • MoMo's
  • The Yard
  • Waterbar

After the Game

  • 21st Amendment Brewery
  • Local Tap
  • Pedro's Cantina

Insider Tips

Pro Tips

  • Public House has ballpark views from rooftop
  • Ghirardelli hot chocolate perfect for cold nights
  • Walk Embarcadero after game to avoid traffic
  • Free standing room views from Portwalk behind right field

Best Value

  • View Level corners
  • Bleacher seats with atmosphere
  • Standing room with views

Hidden Gems

  • Garden behind center field
  • Portwalk behind right field (free views)
  • Cable car in left field

Things to Avoid

  • Driving on game days
  • Arcade seats on hot days
  • Leaving during 8th inning (traffic surge)

Stadium History

Timeline

2000Oracle Park opens as Pacific Bell Park
2010First World Series at the ballpark
2012Second World Series championship
2014Third World Series in five years

Stadium Traditions

Splash Hits

Home runs into McCovey Cove

Cable Car races

Mid-inning entertainment on video board

Retired Numbers

#3Bill Terry(1984)
#4Mel Ott(1949)
#11Carl Hubbell(1944)
#20Monte Irvin(1973)
#24Willie Mays(1972)
#25Barry Bonds(2018)
#27Juan Marichal(1975)
#30Orlando Cepeda(1999)
#36Gaylord Perry(2005)
#44Willie McCovey(1980)