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LionTree Arena

LionTree Arena is the Division I basketball home of UC San Diego in La Jolla. This FanProof guide… Read more

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Reviewed 10.8.26

Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)UC San Diego’s North Ridge Walk event guidance uses Hopkins Parking Structure. Purchase the required visitor permit at a pay station or through ParkMobile zone 4752, then use ground-level spaces marked V or authorized EV spaces with a paid charging session.
Arrive
UC San Diego Athletics directs visitors to 9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093. From I-5, its route uses Genesee Avenue, North Torrey Pines Road and Northpoint Drive toward Hopkins Parking Structure. LionTree Arena is directly north of the garage. Allow time for the walk and entry screening.
Exact location
9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
Public elevators serve courtside seating from the main lobby, the skybox behind Sections 102/103, and the east exterior connection to Hopkins Drive. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at the main entrance on a first-come basis; the chair stays with staff. Assistive listening devices at the entrance box office amplify PA announcements, with government ID held until return. From Central Campus Blue Line station or Gilman Transit Center, check UC San Diego’s free loop-shuttle service to Ridge Walk Mobility Hub. For campus mobility rides, call 858-534-7422 more than 24 hours ahead when possible.
An elevated end-court view of basketball at LionTree Arena, with occupied bowl and courtside seating visible. The official collection does not identify a specific section, row, photographer or capture date.
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An elevated end-court view of basketball at LionTree Arena, with occupied bowl and courtside seating visible. The official collection does not identify a specific section, row, photographer or capture date.

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Home teams
UC San Diego basketball
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Venue details
Venue typeCollege Arena
CapacityNearly 4,000Athletics capacity for basketball and volleyball; concert and other floor-seating configurations differ
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9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093 · La Jolla, CA

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LionTree’s visitor guide generally lists doors one hour before events and prohibits re-admission. Collect everything you need before entering. Its linked restricted-items policy prohibits oversized bags, coolers and umbrellas, and allows personal reusable water bottles as the outside-food/drink exception. Confirm your actual event’s instructions and any accommodation before packing.

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Destination: LionTree Arena, 9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093 · La Jolla, CA. UC San Diego Athletics directs visitors to 9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093. From I-5, its route uses Genesee Avenue, North Torrey Pines Road and Northpoint Drive toward Hopkins Parking Structure. LionTree Arena is directly north of the garage. Allow time for the walk and entry screening. Public elevators serve courtside seating from the main lobby, the skybox behind Sections 102/103, and the east exterior connection to Hopkins Drive. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at the main entrance on a first-come basis; the chair stays with staff. Assistive listening devices at the entrance box office amplify PA announcements, with government ID held until return. From Central Campus Blue Line station or Gilman Transit Center, check UC San Diego’s free loop-shuttle service to Ridge Walk Mobility Hub. For campus mobility rides, call 858-534-7422 more than 24 hours ahead when possible.

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Public elevators serve courtside seating from the main lobby, the skybox behind Sections 102/103, and the east exterior connection to Hopkins Drive. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at the main entrance on a first-come basis; the chair stays with staff. Assistive listening devices at the entrance box office amplify PA announcements, with government ID held until return. From Central Campus Blue Line station or Gilman Transit Center, check UC San Diego’s free loop-shuttle service to Ridge Walk Mobility Hub. For campus mobility rides, call 858-534-7422 more than 24 hours ahead when possible.

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LionTree’s visitor guide generally lists doors one hour before events and prohibits re-admission. Collect everything you need before entering. Its linked restricted-items policy prohibits oversized bags, coolers and umbrellas, and allows personal reusable water bottles as the outside-food/drink exception. Confirm your actual event’s instructions and any accommodation before packing.

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Public elevators serve courtside seating from the main lobby, the skybox behind Sections 102/103, and the east exterior connection to Hopkins Drive. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at the main entrance on a first-come basis; the chair stays with staff. Assistive listening devices at the entrance box office amplify PA announcements, with government ID held until return. From Central Campus Blue Line station or Gilman Transit Center, check UC San Diego’s free loop-shuttle service to Ridge Walk Mobility Hub. For campus mobility rides, call 858-534-7422 more than 24 hours ahead when possible. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Seating maps & views

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Real photos from the seats

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Seating chart

LionTree Arena — men’s basketball sections

LionTree Arena: Seating chart, LionTree Arena — men’s basketball sections. Use the source chart for section and row details.

Official diagram linked by UC San Diego’s current seating page, with reserved, premium, student, courtside and accessible positions. The asset was published in January 2025. Confirm the actual game’s allocations and ticket type; this section diagram does not identify an individual seat’s sightline.

Plan your visit

Arrival and logisticsBefore you goTransit, parking, timing and entry details

Need to Know

Best for
LionTree Arena, formerly RIMAC Arena, accommodates nearly 4,000 for UC San Diego basketball and volleyball. Men’s basketball, women’s basketball and volleyball have separate official seating diagrams, so compare the chart for your event. General-admission and courtside allocations differ; confirm accessible and companion seats with the Triton Box Office at 858-534-1430.
Watch out for
LionTree’s visitor guide generally lists doors one hour before events and prohibits re-admission. Collect everything you need before entering. Its linked restricted-items policy prohibits oversized bags, coolers and umbrellas, and allows personal reusable water bottles as the outside-food/drink exception. Confirm your actual event’s instructions and any accommodation before packing.
Good arrival window
UC San Diego Athletics directs visitors to 9730 Hopkins Drive, UC San Diego, San Diego, CA 92093. From I-5, its route uses Genesee Avenue, North Torrey Pines Road and Northpoint Drive toward Hopkins Parking Structure. LionTree Arena is directly north of the garage. Allow time for the walk and entry screening.
Main transit note
Public elevators serve courtside seating from the main lobby, the skybox behind Sections 102/103, and the east exterior connection to Hopkins Drive. Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at the main entrance on a first-come basis; the chair stays with staff. Assistive listening devices at the entrance box office amplify PA announcements, with government ID held until return. From Central Campus Blue Line station or Gilman Transit Center, check UC San Diego’s free loop-shuttle service to Ridge Walk Mobility Hub. For campus mobility rides, call 858-534-7422 more than 24 hours ahead when possible.
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Parking At A Glance

Best option
UC San Diego’s North Ridge Walk event guidance uses Hopkins Parking Structure. Purchase the required visitor permit at a pay station or through ParkMobile zone 4752, then use ground-level spaces marked V or authorized EV spaces with a paid charging session.
Avoid
Visitor payment does not authorize every garage space. Guests with a valid disabled placard or plate may park free in accessible spaces on the seventh/top floor under the published rules; follow signs and your event’s instructions.
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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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College basketball game day

LionTree Arena reflects UC San Diego traditions and campus rhythms, but the smoothest visit starts with the school’s current game-day information rather than a generic arena address.

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Why It Works

  • ✓UC San Diego traditions and campus atmosphere
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Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.8.26

For LionTree Arena: confirm the exact UC San Diego parking or transit, entry, ticket, bag, seating, and accessibility guidance before arrival.

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