The 10 Best NFL Stadiums, As Voted By Fans

Football stadiums are so much more than just mere structures; they’re hallowed grounds, sacred gathering places where passions ignite and communities bond. Within their walls, shared hopes and dreams resonate, uniting generations under for love of the game.

Across America, football stadiums aren’t just chunks of concrete; they’re our coliseums, jam-packed with tales taller than the end zones. From Seattle’s ear-splitting Lumen to LA’s ritzy SoFi, these aren’t just places to catch a game – they’re where legends are made, and nachos are spilled.

Before the 2023-24 NFL season, USA TODAY readers recently ranked the best stadiums based on the fan experience. The results are a mix of the new and modern, along with some legendary football palances. These epicenters of pigskin passion, where each echo recalls a touchdown dance and every seat’s seen its share of edge-of-your-moments. Ready for the tour?

10. SoFi Stadium – Rams and Chargers

A testament to LA opulence, this $5 billion venue not only serves as home turf for two NFL teams but also boasts a 70,240-square-foot video board. It’s where Hollywood glitz meets gridiron glory in the heart of Inglewood, under the LAX flight path. Plus, who can forget the unforgettable West Coast halftime show at Super Bowl LVI?

9. Lambeau Field – Packers

n enduring icon since 1957 with space for 81,441, Lambeau’s rich history makes it hallowed ground. Fans treasure the traditional “Lambeau Leap” and the tales of legends like Lombardi and Starr, all under the aura of their four Super Bowl wins.

8. U.S. Bank Stadium – Vikings

Skol! A marvel that opened its doors in 2016, U.S. Bank Stadium can hold up to 66,860 on game day. Beyond its unique architectural appeal that pays tribute to the team’s quest to Rule The North, the stadium hosted the Super Bowl in 2018.

7. Lucas Oil Stadium – Colts

The House That Jim Irsay Built. This 67,000-seater, opened in 2008, fuses modernity with Midwest charm in a football palace that feels authentically Rust Belt. Colts fans appreciate its balance of state-of-the-art facilities with a nod to Indy’s auto-racing tradition, making it an iconic place for the Colts to chase another Lombardi Trophy.

6. Acrisure Stadium – Steelers

At the intersection of Pittsburgh’s famed Three Rivers, Acrisure Stadium, formerly known as Heinz Field, is where Steelers fans honor the franchise’s gritty history, including their six Super Bowl triumphs. Built in 2001, it holds 68,400 seats and is home to a sea of waving Terrible Towels, creating an unparalleled visual spectacle.

5. Raymond James Stadium – Buccaneers

Seating 65,618 since 1998, fans love Raymond James Stadium’s signature pirate ship, firing cannons with each Buccaneer score—a vivid memory, especially after their Super Bowl XXXVII and LV victories.

4. Allegiant Stadium – Raiders

This new desert jewel hosts the Super Bowl in 2024. Affectionately called “the Death Star”, the state-of-the-art stadium opened its doors in 2020 when the Raiders moved to Las Vegas from Oakland, accommodating 65,000.

3. M&T Bank Stadium – Ravens

Since 1998, this 71,000-seater has not just been a stadium, but also a coliseum of passion for Maryland football fans. Fans love the sheer intensity it offers, magnifying the memories of the Ravens’ Super Bowl wins in XXXV and XLVII.

2. Arrowhead Stadium – Chiefs

Housing around 77,000 fans and built in 1972, Arrowhead is both voluminous in capacity and spirit. Cheifs fans cherish the stadium’s electric atmosphere. It’s also boasts the title of being the loudest outdoor stadium in the NFL, holding the Guinness World Record for 142.2 decibels during a 2014 game.

1. Lumen Field – Seahawks

Since its 2002 debut, Lumen Field, with a capacity of about 68,000, roars louder than most. In fact, Lumen Field is formerly home to the loudest crowd roar ever recorded, clocking in at 137.6 decibels during a game in 2013 – some 17.6 decibels above where hearing damage starts. It’s designed amplifies Seattle’s spirit and that of every 12th Man present.