Padres Preview Petco Park

Get A Sneak Peek of Petco Park: The general public will get their first opportunity to tour the inside of PETCO Park during a two-day public open house. During the self-guided tours, the public will have special access to unique areas of the ballpark including the Western Metal Supply Company building, PCL Bar and Grill and various suites.

When Can You See It?: Saturday, March 6, 2004
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. - Military only (must present military I.D. for admittance)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. - General public
Sunday, March 7, 2004
11 a.m. to 12 p.m. - Military only (must present military ID)
12 p.m. to 4 p.m. - General public

Is There An Admission Price?: The price is right: The public is asked to bring a canned good - for people or animals - benefiting the San Diego Food Bank and local animal charities.

Where Is Petco Park: 100 Park Boulevard, Downtown San Diego. The ballpark is a couple of blocks east of the Gaslamp District in East Village, and a couple of blocks from the Convention Center and the waterfront.

Is There Any Place To Park?: Parking at lots immediately adjacent to PETCO Park will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Those lots include:
* MTS Parking Garage; 12th Avenue and Imperial
* Padres Parkade; 10th Avenue and J Street
Parking is also available on surface streets and lots throughout downtown.

Any Suggestions For Us?: The open house is a good way to get familiar with the ballpark and surrounding areas, especially if you're unfamiliar with downtown. Not only will you get a chance to explore the ballpark and its amenities, but check out what the Gaslamp has to offer for pre and post game entertainment. You might also want to try out public transportation as a way to go to the ballpark. The Trolley is the best bet, with a stop just yards away from the ballpark