Dodger Stadium, tucked into the hills of Chavez Ravine just north of downtown Los Angeles, is the largest ballpark in the majors by seating capacity and the home of the Dodgers. Its terraced, multi-colored seating bowl and unobstructed views of the San Gabriel Mountains have made it one of the most photogenic parks in the sport since it opened. Warm evenings, palm trees beyond the outfield pavilions, and the smell of Dodger Dogs give games there a distinctly Southern California feel. It remains largely true to its original mid-century design even as the surrounding plaza and video boards have been modernized.
Dodger Stadium opened in 1962, making it the third-oldest ballpark in MLB behind Fenway Park and Wrigley Field. It has hosted a dozen World Series across its history, including Sandy Koufax's era in the 1960s and recent titles in 2020 (at a neutral site) and on-site clinchers in 2024 and 2025. The stadium has weathered controversy over its Chavez Ravine origins, expansions, and renovations, yet remains one of baseball's most enduring and recognizable venues. Its longevity and scale have made it a fixture of both Dodgers history and Los Angeles sports culture more broadly.
Source: RateGame editorial