It's game day, you're dressed, you have your ticket,
and now it’s time to explore the different transportation options you have to get to the stadium.
Now, the first option that's gonna come to mind will be driving to the stadium.
If that is the option you choose,
you're definitely gonna wanna pick out your parking options in advance.
Some stadiums offer general parking to the public, but some don't.
The Orlando City Stadium, for example, only offers parking to suite holders.
But there's always garages and lots nearby the stadium that offer parking
and usually you can get that ticket in advance, which you definitely should.
Even if you're planning to use general parking at a stadium that offers it,
it's still a great idea to get your ticket in advance.
You can usually use it as an add-on to your admission ticket
and that will ensure you won’t have any problems with parking on game day.
If you're not willing to drive or you couldn’t get a parking space in advance,
then cabs or ridesharing services can be a great transportation option.
There's usually a pick-up and drop-off location very close to the stadium.
Now, another thing to keep in mind
is that when you're on your way to the stadium on game day in the U.S.
you're probably gonna hit traffic.
And that's why public transportation can be an excellent option as well.
It's very safe and it's usually the cheapest option.
Now, in any case, if you're staying at a hotel,
I strongly recommend that you get information from the front desk.
Usually hotels will offer an inexpensive shuttle service to take guests to and from the stadium on game day.
No matter which option you choose, you'll probably still be dropped off a few steps away from the stadium.
But, hey, that is great news!
Because it's here, right outside the stadium that you’ll start to get that really good game atmosphere!
And while you're walking I highly recommend that you check out Lion's Pride.
Let's go check out the inside!
At any game you go to, there will definitely be pre-game parties going on nearby the stadium.
And here in Orlando, several pubs have teamed up with the Orlando City SC
in order to show the games on TV and offer beer at a discounted price on game day,
and among them, is the Lion’s Pride, which is the official pub of Orlando City.
And this is where fans really like to gather before game day.
Now there are other bars that also show the games and even have viewing parties during away games.
But this one is definitely the most official one.
You know what?
The game's gonna be starting soon which means that this place is gonna be packed!
So make sure you get your beer while it's still open.
Tailgating is a huge tradition here.
Fans actually arrive a few hours early before the game to have fun in the parking lot.
They crack open beers, they fire up the grill and they play lawn games before going into the stadium.
And it's called tailgating because, as you can see, it takes place on and around the open tailgate of cars.
And it's a great way to warm-up before the game.
Now here’s another good tip:
if you are in a U.S. city on game day but you couldn’t get tickets, pre-gaming is a great option for you.
Pre-games literally take place around all arenas and stadiums
and they're a great way to get a grasp on the atmosphere of the game and still have a really great time.