Comerica Park - Detroit Tigers

Photos by James Hilchen and Marc Viquez, Stadium Journey

Stadium Info FANFARE Score: 4.29

Comerica Park 2100 Woodward Ave Detroit, MI 48201

Detroit Tigers website Comerica Park website Year Opened: 2000 Capacity: 41,083

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The Tiger Den

Comerica Park opened on April 11, 2000; a day that saw the home team Detroit Tigers defeat the Seattle Mariners 5-2. Comerica Park replaced iconic Tiger Stadium, which had been the previous home of the Tigers dating back to 1912. Comerica Park is adjacent to Ford Field, home of the Detroit Lions.

The stadium was part of a larger revitalization project for that area of Detroit. Comerica has seen some upgrades since its opening and has everything a baseball fan could want in an stadium from quality food to a deep appreciation of the ballclub that calls it home.

Food & Beverage 5

Concessions are spread nicely throughout the ballpark. If you don’t see anything you are interested in when entering the concourse, keep walking, you will. Comerica serves up far too many options to mention them all. In addition to all the traditional ballpark fare, there are some added menu items new for 2025.

Among the items I found were the Motor City Melt. It looked good so I gave it a shot. The combination of mozzarella sticks with marinara and provolone come sandwiched between two slices of sourdough garlic bread. Amazing! If you are looking for something a little more on the healthy side, head to the “breadless” kiosk near section 140. They offer up many different options that come wrapped in leafy greens instead of bread.

For the biggest options in one spot, head to the Big Cat Court near Gate A, Section 119. An added plus here is there is plenty of seating if you want to eat before heading to your seat. I would also recommend the Shawarma kiosk here.

For drinks, Comerica serves Pepsi products. Additionally, you can pick a multitude of different beer options to mention and wine and mixed drinks are also available.

Atmosphere 5

There is a lot going on at Comerica Park which leaves the opportunity for everyone to have a good time, even if you aren’t the staunchest baseball fan. Want to ride a carousel? Your covered. Head to the Big Cat Court near Section 119. If you are looking for something a little bigger, head over to section 131, where you can ride a Ferris wheel. Beyond the center field wall, there is a fountain that produces a “liquid fireworks” display. This is a great feature that occurs when the Tigers hit a home run or other in game big events for the team.

For the baseball fan, be sure to head out behind the center field area. There, you will find large sculptures of sox of the Tigers all-time greats…Ty Cobb, Charlie Gehringer, Hank Greenberg, Willie Horton, Al Kaline, and Hal Newhouser are all represented. Also, as you walk around the concourse, be sure to check out the “Walk of Fame” displays which are a decade by decade look at the history of the team and the big events that occurred.

You can walk around the entire field at Comerica and there is plenty to see, so it is well worth your time to do so. Concessions and restrooms are spread throughout along with multiple kiosks to get Tigers items as well as a great team store.

Neighborhood 4

The area around Comerica Park is bustling with people on gamedays and if you want to show up early or stay after the game, you won’t have any trouble finding places to get something to eat, or have a drink. Directly across the street from the right field entrance is the Tin Roof Detroit. This live music bar is hopping so if you want a seat, get there early.

A block away on Woodward is the Union Assembly. They serve up traditional American fare. Ever had Detroit Pizza? If not, now is your chance. Head over to Buddy’s Pizza on Broadway. All these spots and many more are a less than 5-minute walk from the ballpark.

There are a number of hotels in the area, some are pricier than others. An affordable choice is the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit which is a 7-minute walk from the park. If you are willing to pay more, there are some even closer.

Also worth mentioning here, be sure and have a look at Ford Field, which is adjacent to the ballpark. The Fox Theatre is a mere block away. This iconic venue has seen a who’s who of legends come through. Shirley Temple, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, and Michigan’s own Aretha Frankin are performed here over the years in addition to so many more.

Fans 4

Fans are showing up in 2025 to see their team. On the weekend I attended, the Cubs were in town. The games were sold out. While I expected to see an overwhelming number of Cubs fans, I was surprised that most were Tigers fans. The success of the team isn’t lost on the fans who seemed quite knowledgeable about their team and were in the game from start to finish.

Access 4

Getting to Comerica is an easy task. Both I-75 and I-375 will get you there. There are very close parking ramps, but you should expect to pay upwards of $40 to park there. You can find cheaper parking a little farther out but still easily walkable. On an average game, the concourse is walkable without too much effort. If you get a massive crowd, there will be some maneuvering required as well as small lines for both concessions and the restrooms.

Return on investment 4

Like most other ballparks, ticket prices will vary by opponent. You can expect to get into a non-premier opponent for as little as $24. Of course, there are occasionally specials and so forth, so keep an eye out and plan early and they could be cheaper.

Concessions have gone up here like all the other ballparks. Comerica does offer a value menu on items like pizza, hot dogs, soda, water, etc. This option can definitely help give you more bang for your buck.

Extras 4

An extra point simply for the atmosphere since I could not give it 6 stars. Attending a game here is a fun experience and offers a lot to the fan.

Comerica celebrates being home to the Tigers. There are numerous Tigers (the animals, not the players; and statues…not the real thing) both in and around the ballpark. Fans line up to take pictures with them.

Comerica does a great job of telling the history of the team. This is evident by simply walking around the playing field.

Final point to the staff. The game I attended was sold out and quite hectic. Everyone I spoke to was pleasant and seemed to want people to have a good time.

Final Thoughts

Attending a Tigers game at Comerica Park is an event. The combination of a great atmosphere, a ton of food options, and a nice neighborhood make taking in a game here an must for the true baseball fan.

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