Madison Square Garden

About

Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 34,990 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 20 rated sports complexes we list in New York.

No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. Parking is a paid lot and metered street parking, so budget for it. And if it does not suit, 19 more sports complexes in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other sports complexes in New York.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 34,990 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in New York
Measured against the 20 rated sports complexes we track in New York.
A genuine local landmark
34,990 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Restrooms on site
The difference between an hour here and a whole afternoon, especially with a group.
Easy to pair with a second stop
19 other sports complexes sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.

Worth knowing first

Parking costs money
Only a paid lot and metered street parking are listed. Factor the fee in, or arrive by transit if you can.
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
Popular enough to be busy
34,990 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for sports complexes, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Fields and courts on a booking schedule, with league play claiming most of the prime slots.

A good fit for teams, leagues and pickup players.

When to go

Confirm whether the fields are open to drop-in play before you go — leagues tend to own evenings and weekends.

What to bring

Your own gear
Booking confirmation
Water — fountains are hit or miss

Amenities

Restrooms

Parking Available

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#2 in Best Sports Complexes in New York, NY

Common questions about Madison Square Garden

What is Madison Square Garden?

Billed as the "world's most famous arena", this icon hosts pro sports, concerts & other big events. It is a sports complex in New York, NY, at New York.

What are the opening hours at Madison Square Garden?

No opening hours are published for Madison Square Garden. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the listed number, (212) 465-6000, before travelling.

Are there restrooms at Madison Square Garden?

Yes, restrooms are available at Madison Square Garden.

Is there parking at Madison Square Garden?

Parking options here include a paid lot and metered street parking.

How is Madison Square Garden rated?

Madison Square Garden holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,990 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 19 other sports complexes listed on AllParx, including Arthur Ashe Stadium, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and Yankee Stadium.