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PayPal Park

A compact soccer park near San Jose's airport where a steep bowl and open supporters' end create close… Read more

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Reviewed 10.17.26

Bags & entry
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Clear bag

Clear bag

no larger than12 × 12 × 6 in

12 in12 in6 in

Larger permitted bags must be clear and stay within the listed dimensions.

Medical, accessibility, or childcare exceptions may apply after screening.

Individual events may use stricter or different rules. Recheck the official policy before leaving.

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Parking
Official parking & directions (opens in a new tab)For MLS matches, lots open three hours before kickoff and close one hour after the match. Payment is card/mobile/prepaid only; prices can differ for non-MLS events.
Arrive
About 60-75 minutes early; allow more time for a weekday match during Silicon Valley commute traffic
Exact location
1123 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110Open directions (opens in a new tab)
Getting there
The official match shuttle leaves St. Johns and Market by San Pedro Square from two hours before kickoff. Post-match pickup is outside Main Gate on Earthquakes Way; the final bus leaves 45 minutes after the whistle. Caltrain to Santa Clara and VTA Route 60 are alternatives; check current service.
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Real fan takePayPal park has no bad seat and (for me at least) is much better for a soccer game than Levi's.One fan's perspective. Verify variable details with official venue guidance.
PayPal Park pitch and seating before a soccer match.
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Home teams
San Jose Earthquakes / Bay FC
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Venue details
Venue typeStadium
Capacity18,000published capacity
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1123 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110

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Larger permitted bags must be clear and stay within the listed dimensions. Medical, accessibility, or childcare exceptions may apply after screening. Individual events may use stricter or different rules.

Official A-Z guide (opens in a new tab)

Destination: PayPal Park, 1123 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA 95110. About 60-75 minutes early; allow more time for a weekday match during Silicon Valley commute traffic. The official match shuttle leaves St. Johns and Market by San Pedro Square from two hours before kickoff. Post-match pickup is outside Main Gate on Earthquakes Way; the final bus leaves 45 minutes after the whistle. Caltrain to Santa Clara and VTA Route 60 are alternatives; check current service. For MLS matches, lots open three hours before kickoff and close one hour after the match. Payment is card/mobile/prepaid only; prices can differ for non-MLS events.

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This guide does not yet establish PayPal Park’s accessible seating or step-free entrance. Ask the venue about the exact seat, entrance and route before buying.

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The official match shuttle leaves St. Johns and Market by San Pedro Square from two hours before kickoff. Post-match pickup is outside Main Gate on Earthquakes Way; the final bus leaves 45 minutes after the whistle. Caltrain to Santa Clara and VTA Route 60 are alternatives; check current service. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Real photos from the seats

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Venue layout

San Jose Earthquakes — current-linked 2025 PayPal Park parking and gates plan

PayPal Park: Venue layout, San Jose Earthquakes — current-linked 2025 PayPal Park parking and gates plan. Use the original map for routes and visitor facilities.

Complete Coleman Highline parking/gates diagram in the current official guide, with the full numbered entrance, pickup and accessible key. Rideshare uses the marked number 7 by Aviation Avenue; the guide’s older Newhall Drive sentence disagrees with the current map and top-of-page instruction. Match the actual purchased lot.

Open original map (opens in a new tab)Source: San Jose Earthquakes (opens in a new tab)Source checked 2026-10-17

Plan your visit

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

Need to Know

Best for
Intimate soccer sightlines, an active supporters' end, and a smaller stadium that is easy to navigate once inside
Watch out for
Direct sun, airport-area traffic, limited nearby pregame options, and postmatch congestion on Coleman Avenue
Good arrival window
About 60-75 minutes early; allow more time for a weekday match during Silicon Valley commute traffic
Main transit note
The official match shuttle leaves St. Johns and Market by San Pedro Square from two hours before kickoff. Post-match pickup is outside Main Gate on Earthquakes Way; the final bus leaves 45 minutes after the whistle. Caltrain to Santa Clara and VTA Route 60 are alternatives; check current service.
Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.17.26Sources for Need to Know

Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Parking At A Glance

Parking difficulty

Parking options (opens in a new tab)

Coleman Highline garages, limited headroom and event-specific rates

What to do
For MLS matches, lots open three hours before kickoff and close one hour after the match. Payment is card/mobile/prepaid only; prices can differ for non-MLS events.
Best option
Purchase the correct current parking product through the official page; match PS1, PS2, PS4 or the Ford Tailgate Lot to the complete map. Garage clearance is seven feet.
Avoid
Use the current map’s number 7 on Aviation Avenue for rideshare, not the stale Newhall Drive sentence. Surrounding lots prohibit event parking, and buses cannot park on site.
Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.17.26Sources for Parking At A Glance

Fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Seats and atmosphereChoose your experienceSightlines, supporter sections, crowd flow and event-day character

Inside the Venue At A Glance

01

Mixed

Arrival & transportation

The airport and freeway network place the park near major routes, but the final Coleman Avenue approach is constrained. Early arrivals avoid the sharpest parking and security overlap.

02

Mixed

Seat & section strategy

The bowl is steep and close to the field. The open end offers supporter energy, while sideline seats give the cleanest full-pitch view; almost every area needs a sun check.

03

Positive

Event-day character

The soccer-specific scale supports both Earthquakes and Bay FC matches, with goal reactions and supporter drums carrying clearly through the bowl.

Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.17.26Sources for Inside the Venue At A Glance

FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Fit and tradeoffsWhat to expectThe practical strengths and the details that could change your choice

Why it works

  • ✓Most seats feel close to the pitch.
  • ✓The supporters' end provides a clear match-day identity.
  • ✓The simple bowl is easy to navigate after entry.
Sources1 fan · 1 officialReviewed 10.17.26Sources for Why it works

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FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Know before you book

  • ×Shade is limited for afternoon and early-evening events.
  • ×The final vehicle approach and lot exit can be slow.
  • ×The immediate area offers fewer walkable pregame choices than a downtown stadium.
Sources1 fan · 2 officialReviewed 10.17.26Sources for Know before you book

FanProof editorial synthesis; linked fan discussions are anecdotal, not a consensus.

Editorial verdict

FanProof Takeaway

Reviewed 10.17.26

Reserve the final mile before leaving home, choose a section with sun exposure in mind, and arrive early enough to enjoy the park's biggest strength: close-up soccer.

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