Lambeau Field

Address:1265 Lombardi Avenue
Green Bay, Wisconsin

Welcome to Lambeau Field, the crown jewel of the National Football League. Since undergoing a dramatic facelift in 2003, Lambeau Field has been transformed from a football stadium that fans could use only 10 days a year, to a year-round tourist destination with a host of new amenities and attractions. Those who make the stadium their destination will now have ample room to sit, with the seating capacity having now been increased to a capacity of 72,928. The Packers celebrated the 50th anniversary of the opening of Lambeau Field in 2007. Lambeau Field is a Mecca not only to the local Green Bay Packers fans, but for NFL lovers nationwide. It may be commonly referred to as the "frozen tundra," but it's also one of Wisconsin's hottest destinations.

The NFL's longest-tenured venue, Lambeau easily ranks as one of the most recognized and envied locales in all of sports. This fact was officially recognized in 1999, when Sports Illustrated named it the eighth-best facility in the world to watch sports; the lone NFL stadium to make the magazine's "Top 20" list. Even after the recent changes, Lambeau Field maintains its nostalgic and intimate feel, with totally unobstructed sightlines. Permeated by history, tradition, and mystique, the view from inside can be quite awe-inspiring.

The centerpiece of the redeveloped stadium is the Lambeau Field Atrium, a 366,000-square-foot, five-plus-story structure on the northeast corner of the building. The beautifully landscaped and flowered entrance plaza outside makes for a great meeting spot and photo op, and people are always lined up waiting to take their pictures by the massive statues of Curly Lambeau and Vince Lombardi. Step inside, and your senses will be dazzled, for here you will see the soaring five story Atrium flooded in natural light, and beautifully tiled and decorated. Some specialty concession stands, including Brett Favre's stand, are also exclusive to the Atrium. There is also an interactive game area and entertainment zone on the second floor. Glass view elevators and escalator towers provide a great view of the whole setup while riding upstairs, while balconies overlook the lobby at each level. The facility was clearly designed and built with a great deal of taste and style. For football fanatics, the Packers Hall of Fame is a must. Get an up close look at Bart Starr, Reggie White, and Vince Lombardi who are among the big names enshrined in the hall.

Lambeau Field is among the NFL's toughest playing venues. Green Bay boasts an 83-28 (.748) regular-season record at Lambeau since 1992, plus a 7-2 mark in the playoffs, for an overall record of 90-30 (.750). Even more impressive is that the Packers have won 87 of their last 116 games in Green Bay (including the seven postseason victories) since Oct. 10, 1993. Today, the team holds the record for league championships with twelve, including nine NFL Championships prior to the Super Bowl era, and three additional titles in 1966, 1967, 1996 when they won Super Bowls I, II, and XXXI by defeating the American Football League/American Football Conference champions. The team has a fierce, long-standing rivalry with the Chicago Bears, against whom they have played in over 170 games.

The Packers' fan base is famously dedicated. Lambeau Field has been sold out since 1960. The Packers have one of the longest waiting lists for season tickets in professional sports with about 74,000 people, meaning that there are more names on the waiting list than there are seats at Lambeau Field. The current wait time for season tickets is approximately 35 years. For this reason, it is not unusual for fans to designate a recipient of their season tickets in their wills, or place newborn infants on the waiting list after receiving birth certificates.

During games at Lambeau Field, you can witness a special bond between the players and the "Cheeseheads" (many Packers fans wear a cheese shaped hat). After scoring a touchdown, Packer players jump into the end zone stands in a celebration affectionately known as the "Lambeau Leap". The "Lambeau Leap" was "invented" by LeRoy Butler after a Reggie White fumble recovery and lateral against the L.A. Raiders in December 1993, and has spread throughout the league. The "Cheeseheads" definitely know how to get "in the zone." Whenever the Packers score a touchdown, the Todd Rundgren hit "Bang the Drum All Day" is played. "Go! You Packers! Go!," the team's fight song, is played at Lambeau Field following the Packers' player introductions, as well as after each extra point scored by the Packers. The House of Pain hit "Jump Around" is often played during one time-out at Lambeau, resulting in widespread jumping around by the crowd.

Another unique fact about this franchise is that it is community owned. People own shares of the team and elect a board of directors, who in turn appoints officers to run the team, ensuring that no billionaire swoops in with a hostile takeover bid.

Lambeau Field stadium tours allow fans to experience the Packers' history-rich facility first-hand, and see several behind-the-scenes areas. Tour guides will lead you through the Lambeau Field Atrium, up to the exclusive Club Level, for a look at the Legends Club. You'll have a chance to view the Pro Bowl box and witness the field's upgrade in-progress, while viewing one of football's most famous gridirons, sitting in the bleachers, and learning all about the incredible history of the Green Bay Packers.

The best way to get to Lambeau Field is to drive on either Highway 41 or Highway 172 and take the Lombardi Avenue exit. Turn right, and follow Lombardi for 1 mile to Lambeau Field. A number of parking lots close to Lambeau Field are available for those who wish to reserve spaces for their cars, recreational vehicles, or busses, on an individual game basis.