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Cubs vs. Reds

Wrigley Field view from the 300R level
  • 1st visit to Wrigley Field (MLB Ballpark #15)
  • 2nd different ballpark watching the Chicago Cubs
  • 4th different ballpark watching the Cincinnati Reds

On the final weekend of the regular season, we decided to take an impromptu trip from Minneapolis to Chicago to finally see Wrigley Field. We did not get to Wrigley when we were in Chicago in May so we had to make up for it. This game would also be the 3rd time in 2022 that we would watch the Cincinnati Reds.

Friday Games

Fridays are unique in Wrigleyville in that the Cubs always play those games at 1:20 p.m. For the end of the week, it is a refreshing change of pace to start the weekend with baseball in the sun.

Seat Selection

  • Section 321R (Upper deck 1st base side)

For the best infield seats both lower deck and upper deck, look for seats in the 100 or 300 sections. These sections will be in front of the pillars that surround the ballpark so you will not have to deal with any obstructed views.

Ballpark Features

  • Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame

The Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame can be found underneath the outfield bleachers. The Hall of Fame has plaques display of all of its members as well as memorabilia and relics throughout Cubs’ history.

Foods at the Ballpark

  • Italian Beef and Sausage

Wrigley Field has your typically ballpark fare. I do recommend the Italian beef, Italian sausage, or the combined Italian beef and sausage right off the grill.

Parking and Transportation

The area around Wrigley Field has very few options for parking.

The Metro Red Line also runs right next to Wrigley Field. If you want to avoid traffic, use public transit and take the Metro Red Line to go to the game.

Hotels

There are some hotels near Wrigley Field that can make for a convenient walk to the game.

Hotels in downtown Chicago are typically nearby the Metro line, which makes it convenient to take the train to the game.

Hotels by Chicago Midway Airport can be a more affordable option for places to stay when visiting Chicago, but you will either need to drive to the ballpark or take an Uber or Lyft.

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