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Basketball Stadium, Music Venue, and Hockey Stadium
New York
The experts at Travel + Leisure and The New Yorker recommend this place
"Great atmosphere for a Knicks or Rangers Game."!"(16 Tips)
"THE NEW YORK RANGERS ARE THE BEST"(16 Tips)
"Was here for a Michael Bublé concert in July 2014... Amazing!"(81 Tips)
"Renovated garden looks amazing!!!!!!!"(35 Tips)
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Rewan PartiSeptember 19, 2015Best arena for concerts and games in the heart of NYC. It's a must visit for a sports event and a concert. If you haven't seen the energy of people in MSG, you haven't witnessed NY!Upvoted 1 week ago
MashaSeptember 17, 2015Обязательное место для посещения! Worth visiting in New York City! Choose any kind of attraction! I tried Madonna Rebel Heart Tour! It was amazing! Plus J Lo next to me!
Upvoted 1 week ago
Historical, known world-wide. There are no tips besides the recommendation to put down your phone and take it all in. It's fine through a recent renovation, maintains it's classic feel. Enjoy!Upvoted 3 days ago
Eman AbdulazizAugust 28, 2018Attended one of Drake’s concert here. The place is well-organized, has clear view seats, and clean restrooms.
Upvoted Sep 19
jiresellNovember 26, 2017Although a bit confusing and crowded when you enter, once you get in it’s a great place to watch a basketball game. Intimate!
The food in the suites is amazing! If you have to buy food, beware, it's 10x more than what you think! Spent $70 on two sandwiches and 2 drinks!
Gsus S.S.December 21, 2019Obviously one of the best auditoriums in the world, convenient location, near of transportation and friendly staff.Not many food options compared with other arenas and not many souvenir spots. Like it
ℳ𝒶𝓎♍December 19, 2018Most famous sports arena in North America and one of the better large venues for concerts. Slick ticket processing, comfy seats and great acoustics all around. The atmosphere will give you life!!
Julie SosciaAugust 1, 2018Of course, popular for concerts, basketball, etc. Make sure to book a private tour for more history of MSG.
Truly one of the best arenas in the world. However it is really expensive for everything. Food tickets drinks and merchandise.
Patrick HealyJanuary 12, 2015Whether it's a basketball game, a concert or the circus you will feel like you're at the center of the universe in New York's most famous venue. Penn Station being downstairs is very convenient too.
American ChristmasNovember 11, 2016Two - 12 foot Ornamental Rings suspended from the ceiling welcome visitors to Madison Square Garden. The Knicks basketball ornament display is 8 feet tall. The Rangers skate display is 9 foot tall.
Brad HagerDecember 31, 2015AWESOME VENUE for concerts & sporting events. LOVE watching basketball games here. Front row seats for Jimmy Buffet concerts (pic) amazing show!! Nice cold beer too. 😄
Dew CitiApril 1, 2016Took my family there to see wwe live. It was awesome, we had a wonderful time. There's no place better to see wwe live then at the world's most famous arena.
SevillaMarch 25, 2014A 'copycat'of the Giralda Tower (Seville) was part of the original MEG in 1890. It was one of the first skyscrapers in Manhattan and had an statue of greek godess Diana on top.
Phil BucklerJuly 26, 2015Go see an ice hockey game or a basketball game. The atmosphere is awesome and the food is surprisingly good!
The 3 year, billion-dollar renovation of Madison Square Garden is slated for completion at the end of 2013 & will include upgraded food vendors, an airy concourse, & luxurious new club rooms - Curbed
FCPBMarch 19, 2014The place is so beautiful, If you're visiting NY you must go on the tour, the place is awesome. If you get the chance go to watch a game!
MadonnaFebruary 2, 2012July 13, 1987 - The Who's That Girl World Tour stops at the Madison Square Garden. Performed songs include: Open Your Heart, Lucky Star, Papa Don't Preach, Into the Groove, La Isla Bonita and more...
Denny MartinJuly 15, 2014Incredible show, Pharrell's performance was funky, energetic, & the perfect audio appetizer for Bruno Mars. Bruno didn't miss a note; literally tore the house down & everyone was having a great time!
If you get a chance to do the Delta 360 club -do it! It's fun and the food is great. Ranger players run through before they dress for the game.
Upvoted Sep 15
Tired? Please. On 3/12/09, Syracuse beat UCONN in six overtimes here. It lasted three hours, 46 minutes and ended at 1:22am, the latest a basketball game at any level has ever ended in MSG history.
Janice TaylorNovember 6, 2014The best thing about arenas with seats -- get here 15 minutes early and just walk right in. Oh and there are metal detectors at the front gate, leave your knives at home.
PeopleNovember 9, 2010You've made it to the Garden! The world's most famous arena is perfect for our fave sport: celeb spotting. If you see star fans like Hugh Jackman and Beyoncé, send a virtual high-five their way.
Gabriel HayesFebruary 11, 2016The 100 level has tons of awesome eateries including Fuku (spicy fried chicken sandwiches), Casa Nonna (pizza and Italian) and Uncle Jacks (steak sandwiches).
Amy CummingsJune 23Amazing venue with so much history! And the food and drink options are actually really good for a stadium.
Upvoted Oct 6
Bethel & City ToursFebruary 3, 2012Cirque du Soleil was amazing! The theater is beautiful and you can see really well from every angle. The show was worth seeing and the Garden is very well kept. Great Theater experience at the MSG.
Jonathan BlenmanFebruary 3, 2013First time here since the renovation. Place looks great and Club Gold seats had a good view. In fact, based on the layout, there isn't a bad seat in the house for Knick games.
Whenever I come to MSG, the full New Yorker in me comes out. I feel like a kid again. KNICKS! However, the chicken fingers + fries I ate wreaked havoc on my excretory system for 2 full days.
The world's most famous arena for a reason. All acts bring their A-game, and if the crowd is into it, the experience is second to none.
Mariel SuarezJune 8, 2014Booked through stub hub for section 320 when we got 2 the venue they switched out our tickets for in the 417 section. They stopped serving alcohol at 11pm. Besides this, I had fun with my friends
The best atmosphere for a hockey game. Lots of good food options compared to any other arena. Very nicely renovated.
JBLJune 3, 2013Knicks. Rangers. Every band you can think of. They've all played MSG. If you haven't seen an event at the historic venue in the heart of NYC - what are you waiting for? And hear it all in JBL sound.
Affinia Hotel CollectionJune 13, 2014One of Manhattan’s biggest event venues, MSG is the city’s premiere sports and entertainment complex. Home to the NY Rangers, Knicks and Liberty teams, it’s also a stage for musicians on tour.
Samsung Galaxy (Korea company) will donate $10 each to the Robin Hood Relief Fund, supporting over 100 organizations helping Sandy victims rebuild: robinhood.org.
Anonymous, since 2018December 22, 2019An absolute must-see when in NYC. Top entertainment. Tickets can be expensive, buy them online (e.g @ stub-hub) to avoid fakes. You can arrive by subway directly into the stadium.
Stina P.April 11, 2016great entertainment venue. for food during bball, check out jean georges simply chicken sandwich, fries from drew nieporent daily burger, and a good ole fashioned hot dog
Tycianna LimaNovember 23, 2018It’s a great experience to watch a game there, although the space between seats are a little bit uncomfortable for those who have long legs.
MADISON SQUARE GARDEN! This place is a HISTORICAL LANDMARK!! Everyone knows MSG!! This is the MECA! LEGENDS ARE MADE HERE!! A staple of NYC! 🗽- Julie SosciaJuly 17, 2018Of course, popular for concerts, basketball, etc. Make sure to book a private tour for more history of MSG.
Untapped CitiesJanuary 11, 2016On October 20, 2001, after the 9/11 attacks, Paul McCartney organizes the Concert for New York to honor the first responders, victims of the attacks, and those continuing to work on the site. Read more
Impressive venue for a concert or game. You understand the "mystique" once you're inside. Don't spend much time looking for championship banners in the rafters, though. Go to Boston for that.
- Known as the world's most famous arena, come here to catch a Knicks or Rangers game, or your favorite band perform.
Finley Bomer-LawsonOctober 24, 2015It's a beautiful venue. The production of every event I've been to here is amazing. Objectively not the best for electronic music because so much of it is seated.
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- 7.5
"Wonderful Peter Pan lunch box for $4.75! Include hot dog, terra chips, linden's choc chip cookies and box drink"
TRP - 8.9
"A must do at some point. Willy Wonka land for arena food. Best arena club around. Went to a Ranger day game -shrimp the size of sharks, lobster frittata, bagels and lox, sushi, lava cake. It’s insane!"
Jason H. - 9.1
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"The court on 155th street has seen more All Stars (playground legends & professionals) than any arena in the country. Arrive early or you'll regret it!"
Macleem Sports - 8.0
"A top spot to play amateur basketball in NYC. It’s also a popular scouting spot, so make sure to bring your A-Game."
Bing - 8.1
"Great place to ball. If you are lucky enough to play in a league here it's worth the trek for the quality of games and courts. Ball up."
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- 7.8
"You can find whatever you may need and in great discounts! Love the totally seperated men-women rooms!:-)"
Teo Ippolitos - 8.5
"Always my favourite place to be when I am in NY. Love the dynamic."
Atika Al-Bimani - 7.6
"These burgers are solid. One of the best I've had in a while. If you're a lover of good meat you just can't go wrong."
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