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About Stanford Stadium Parking Lots

Stanford Stadium Parking Lots serve as the gateway to a wide range of events at this iconic outdoor venue in Stanford, California. With a capacity of about 50,000 after the 2005–2006 renovations, the stadium hosts Stanford Cardinal football, soccer matches, concerts, and large-scale events. Whether you’re attending a game or a concert, plan ahead for parking, transit, and nearby dining and lodging to make your visit smooth and stress-free.

Here’s a practical guide to parking lots, seating options, transit access via Caltrain, and trusted hotel and restaurant partners to consider during your trip to Palo Alto and downtown Stanford.

For more detailed seating maps, check the official Stanford Athletics (GoStanford) resources and third-party maps like SeatGeek. Always confirm event-specific access or changes, especially for rescheduled events. We’re here to help you secure your seats and make convenient arrangements through trusted local partners.

Pro tips: arrive early for parking in designated lots such as Lot 4 IM South, Lot 7 Arboretum Grove, Lot 8/9/13, and Lot 2 El Camino Grove. If you’re staying overnight, consider our affiliate hotel recommendations for proximity and comfort, and plan transit to minimize driving on game day.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: approximately 50,000 seats (50,424 cited in some sources) after the 2005–2006 renovation.
  • Address: 625 Nelson Rd, Stanford, CA 94305.
  • Venue type: outdoor football stadium (home of Stanford Cardinal football); also hosts soccer, concerts, and large-scale events.
  • Seating chart: official seating maps available via Stanford Athletics (GoStanford) and third-party maps (e.g., SeatGeek).
  • Parking: multiple general and premium lots around the stadium (e.g., Lot 4 IM South, Lot 7 Arboretum Grove, Lot 8/9/13, Lot 2 El Camino Grove); general lots typically cash day-of-event, with some lots requiring prepaid passes.
  • Transit: Caltrain access proximate to Palo Alto; special event guidance notes stadium-area transit options and dedicated event access.
  • Nearby hotels: several options in Palo Alto and downtown Palo Alto (e.g., Sheraton Palo Alto, Garden Court Hotel, The Clement Palo Alto, Stanford Park Hotel).
  • Notable events hosted: 1984 Summer Olympics soccer matches, 1994 FIFA World Cup matches (including a USA–Brazil game); NFL Super Bowl XVIII? Actually Super Bowl XIX was at Stanford in 1985; San Jose Earthquakes have hosted California Clásico matches starting in 2011.
  • Renovation/demolition: demolished and rebuilt in 2005–2006; capacity reduced from roughly 80,000+ to about 50,000; no current demolition or rename of the stadium itself.