The US Open tennis tournament, the final Grand Slam tournament of the year, takes place every year in New York City. This multi-week event is an amazing live sports experience, all accessible via public transit in NYC.
This quick guide is perfect if you're going to the US Open in person and want to ensure you have the best experience possible!
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How the US Open Ticket Types Work
One often confusing part of going to the US Open is knowing what type of ticket to buy. Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, where the US Open is held, has 22 courts and each ticket type gets you access to different aspects of the grounds.
You can think of it as a hierarchy, with Arthur Ashe, the world's largest tennis stadium which seats over 23,000 people, as the "main" stage of the US Open tournament.
Here are the ticket types, with #1 being the "highest" in the hierarchy.
Buying US Open Tickets
This past year, tickets went on sale at the end of May. They had an Amex Presale a few days before the general sale where you just need to check out with any Amex card.
Regular sale has good options too and we've had success with both. Just sign up for the text alerts on the US Open Website to get alerted before tickets go on sale.
Note: We've always had great experiences with Vivid Seats, and you can earn free tickets through their loyalty program. đ
Getting To & From the US Open
Food & Drink Options
General Etiquette
You need to wait to go to your seat or leave your seat until between points. Do not block people's view by standing in aisles or stairwells, even to get pictures.
Do NOT make noise during play, wait for applause until after the point is finished.
There is no strict dress code at the US Open, but generally, you should dress nicer than you would for another sporting event. Consider the weather (it's usually extremely hot in late August/Early September) so pack something that is light and breathable.
US Open Packing List - Our Recommended Items to Bring
Additional Helpful Resources for the US Open
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