Sports fans are obviously a passionate bunch. They have their own likes and dislikes, their own passions and that includes where their team plays. They can be very loyal in various ways to the point of insanity. Thus, it’s all too common for, say, a Red Sox fan to dismiss Yankees Stadium as “a dump” while Michigan and Ohio State take shots at the other’s homes. That’s part of fandom but others can enjoy a great arena or stadium no matter whose team it is. That includes fans who enjoy multiple sports as some places are truly amazing in how state of the art they are. Many modern stadiums have added in everything from full service restaurants to mini-malls, knowing fans aren’t there just for the game and thus pull them in with other methods.

Other bits remain notable as well due to their history and location. In many cases, it’s more the aura of a place than being so ultra-state of the art that makes it stand out and be a must-see. Many places are iconic to their cities and even if you don’t follow the sport, you can feel the amazing appeal of them. Every sports fan wants to visit some places which may cost a lot but others may want to turn them into a terrific tour. It’s fun to judge them with some just looking great while others back it up with great touches to appeal to anyone. Here are 25 sports venues that every fan should be able to see to showcase the amazing homes of sports places.

25 Wimbledon

Even people who have never watched a tennis match in their lives know this place. While it’s technically the All England Club, everyone else refers to it by its neighborhood and while the place is obviously members only, it can still be a great spot for tours.

The court has been nicely upgraded over the years, including a huge roof to cut down on the need to call games for poor weather but still showcasing the amazing facility.

The club has a small museum for past victors and many love the nice parks nearby with screens to watch the games. The strict dress code adds a nice touch and thus it’s no wonder celebrities enjoy this as much as the “common folk” for the centerpiece of tennis playing in the world.

24 Augusta National

You have to include one golf course on this list and Augusta might as well be it. As the home of the Masters, it regularly gets slews of visitors every year as golfers see it as one of the best courses to play. The area is a great spot, taking the classic “Country club” vibe and upgrading it into a mini-museum of great golfers throughout its history including a full list of Masters winners. The tours are very good to show off the place and even a non-golfer can enjoy a good long walk about the course to admire it all. The lovely Georgia weather helps push it and thus even if the Masters aren’t playing, some golfers can admire one of the best places for the sport.

23 AT&T Stadium

You can say a lot about Jerry Jones but you can’t say he doesn’t know how to pay top dollar. That includes the home of the Dallas Cowboys. Naturally, fans weren’t happy losing the classic stadium that hosted several Super Bowl teams but they got a fantastic replacement. The outside is impressive with its fountains and the great design leading past tributes to the team’s history and legacy. The retractable roof is always a highlight and any helicopter tour of Dallas includes a flyover above it. There’s even a full art museum to be viewed alongside the state-of-the-art hallways, facilities and dining options. True, the Cowboys have had some rough stretches on the field and fans can complain about Jones’ poor moves in the front office. However, Jones really went wild with this place to highlight “America’s Team.”

22 Bell Centre

The Montreal Canadiens haven’t had a lot to boast about in terms of great teams in the last few years. But at least they have a terrific place to be in. The largest capacity of any NHL team, the fantastic arena pays tribute to Montreal’s past Stanley Cup glories and some of their great players.

It also is popular as a concert venue for music acts while hockey fans love the upgraded scoreboard and tours of the great boxes, the locker room and more.

It all stands out as one of the best places for any NHL team so while the Canadians may be rough on the ice, at least they can stand out with their amazing facility to play in that always rocks the Canadian nights.

As the Seattle Seahawks have risen into a powerhouse, it’s fitting they also boast one of the best stadiums in all of sports. Its most famous feature is its huge retractable roof which allows fans to enjoy games safe from the often rough Seattle weather but able to enjoy the sun as well. It thus gives the idea the stadium is “cut in half” which makes it look even cooler. Besides a great gallery of famous Seahawks players and moments (including Super Bowl trophy) there’s a separate sports facility and some great nearby restaurants for fans to enjoy. As much a part of Seattle as the Space Needle, it’s a great spot to see “The Legion of Boom” play and admire for its architecture.

20 PNC Park

The fifth home for the Pirates is also its best. True, the team has had a very rough time over the last few years (see their 20 straight losing seasons) but are trying to bounce back. The outside is great with statues of Pirates heroes like Roberto Clemente and Bill Mazerowski in his famous 1960 World Series winning home run trot. The stadium has become a beloved part of the Pittsburgh cityscape, featured in their tourist ads and popular for tours thanks to its great spot by the river.

Another great touch is a display honoring heroes of the Negro Leagues, something many fans wish were at other parks. While it may be smaller than other stadiums, the location and history make this one of the best parks for MLB fans.

19 New Yankee Stadium

Of course, many Yankee fans still prefer the old one, the classic home of the dynasty of baseball. But “The House Steinbrenner Built” is a fitting mecca for the big guns of MLB.

Built for $1.5 billion, it captures the feel of the old stadium well in its design but adds a larger than life aspect fitting for the Yankees.

The massive Gate 4 welcomes you with huge LED screens while Gate 6 boasts a museum of great Yankees stars and famous memorabilia over the years. The facilities are all up to date with giant screens and excellent seating but still contains throwback memories to the old place. Even a Red Sox fan would have to agree that a visit here is a major event and a must-see for any baseball fan.

18 Allianz Arena

This Munich arena is hailed as one of the best places to see soccer in all of Europe. The huge retracting roof is a standout but so is its unique shape and style. Notable is how the entire stadium can be lit in red, white or blue depending on what teams are playing and who wins or loses. That makes it one of the most iconic modern sights in Munich, even more than their old Olympic Park. The stadium owners have been doing upgrades, such as getting rid of unwanted drafts and maintaining a controlled environment so people can enjoy the great stadium in comfort. The dining facilities are also top notch and the entire place was given a tribute in a fantastic Legoland diorama. It showcases how, even if you don’t speak German, this is a stadium that speaks on its own power.

17 Aviva Stadium

A major highlight of the Dublin area, this stadium stands out with its great design of a “sloping” circle going around the field. The only Elite stadium in Ireland, it’s home to major rugby and football events with almost 60,000 fans packed in.

It’s also standing out as a tourist spot thanks to its design and the great area around it is home to various pubs and other spots to enhance the feel.

It also examines the history of rugby in Ireland with tributes to various great stars. The stadium has gotten fans excited so even if you’re not into rugby, you can enjoy a big top notch sports facility.

16 Everbank Field

For years, a major pull of sports in the Jacksonville area was the Gator Bowl, home to the annual Florida-Georgia game. When Jacksonville got the Jaguars, they upgraded the facility for the NFL and have been improving it since. The Jags haven’t done that much in the football area sadly but they do have some top of the line facilities. The most notable part are the swimming pools on the upper decks for the big paying fans, a one-of-the-kind touch that could only exist in Florida. The rest of the place is good such as the Jaguars statue and while the stadium sustained hurricane damage in 2017, it’s expected to be good as new this fall. If nothing else, a place where you can frolic in a swimsuit while watching an NFL game is a must-see and an unique experience in its own right.

15 Churchill Downs

Their website has them saying “The Kentucky Derby is only the beginning.” Obviously, the famous track is home to the iconic horse race where the eyes of the world are drawn every May. However, it also houses other smaller races that still get attention. There’s also the sheer history of the place that gives a great aura out and makes it feel like walking through history. While the heat can be a lot in the summer, the good showcases of past Derby events and the famous horses who have raced (a special tribute for Triple Crown winners will now be updated for Justify) are a great place for tourists to enjoy and thus make it a reminder of how horses can be home to great venues as much as humans.

14 Michigan Stadium

One of the most iconic stadiums in all of football, “The Big House” is always a sight in the fall. The place can hold 113,000 fans if need be and set an attendance record for NCAA football. It has hosted the NHL winter classic but it’s football that’s a huge draw as ESPN’s “College Game Day” makes it one of their favorite spots to visit.

The stadium has upgraded a few times with touches like a good entranceway and a museum tribute to the team’s legacy.

There are also good places like the Jack Roth Stadium Club with top seating and facilities to enjoy year-round. Even if you’re an Ohio State fan, you have to admire the place and how great it is to showcase the history of one of the most famous teams in all of college.

13 Talladega Motor Speedway

There are rumors in the racing world that Talladega is cursed. Strange accidents and events occur there and one driver claimed to have heard the voice of another who was killed in a crash just a few feet away. That adds to the appeal however as fans adore this old-school track which was even immortalized in a Will Ferrell movie. The close quarters are notable for causing a lot of crashes but adds to the closeness of the races you don’t get at modern speedways. The facilities are upgraded but still work well and the huge parking lot is home to a lot of great tailgate parties. It may not have the flash or Indianapolis or Daytona but NASCAR fans still adore a good old hard track to make their races a fun day.

12 Rose Bowl

Besides that annual game which still is a key part of the college football landscape, the Rose Bowl has hosted numerous sporting events from the World Cup to the Olympics. A fantastic old-school stadium (complete with a seating style few other places use nowadays), the stadium is host to UCLA games and can pack nearly 100,000 people if they have to. A great touch is the Court of Champions with full listings of every Rose Bowl game, team and memorabilia from that big event. The open air stadium is able to remain cool despite the California heat and home to such epic events as the BCS championship and five Super Bowls. Thus, any football fan can enjoy a place that is marked in history as a true rose in the garden of sports stadiums.

11 Notre Dame Stadium

Few college campuses are as unique as Notre Dame on game day. The icons are all over the place from the Golden Dome to the huge “Touchdown” painting on its large library to the Grotto.

The stadium itself carries a magic few other places can touch.

It shows a great vibe with fans loving its old school feel with modern facilities and touches like video screens. But it’s the legacy of Notre Dame as you walk in a stadium that has been filled with legends and an aura no other college team possesses. That, more than anything the team does, is a reason why it’s not just Irish fans who enjoy checking Notre Dame out but those who admire a piece of American culture and how this classic stadium has impressed countless people over the decades.

10 Estadio BBVA Bancomer

It’s the setting that makes this place so notable. There was controversy over placing an arena so large in a wildlife setting and many wildlife groups complained over the damage. Still, it has been home to some great soccer games in Mexico and fans loving the huge retractable dome.

What makes it stand out is the setting as many a fan has clicked the amazing sight of the mountains of Guadalupe hovering over the horizon.

Throw in the unique style of the building and its up to date facilities and that just adds to its appeal. Still, this is a clear case where it’s the setting more than the stadium itself, that makes this place a must-see just to enjoy a sports venue that can pack in thrilling views.

9 Lambeau Field

Obviously, one might want to avoid seeing this during the winter as few places in the U.S. get as cold as Wisconsin. However, NFL fans do love this terrific old-school place. Originally City Stadium, it was renamed in 1965 to honor founder of the team. Since then, it’s been home to some great quarterbacks in Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers and several Super Bowl champion teams. It’s upgraded a few times but fans still love its old appeal with classic scoreboard and seating. When the weather is nice, you can go around seeing statues for Curly Lambeau and, of course, Vince Lombardi in his trademark coat. The Atrium offers a good spot to warm up on chillier days with some food although the Packers faithful are willing to brave the cold to root on an iconic team in an iconic stadium.

8 Beijing National Stadium

In 2008, the entire world got a view of this place in a stunning way. The sight of thousands of Chinese athletes in the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games was a stunning moment and showcased by its amazing location. Its nickname of the “Bird’s Nest” for its main structure makes sense, not just for its shape but also how its retractable roof flows back easily to showcase the interior of the stadium. The arena can house almost 90,000 people and handle track, soccer and even race cars. Today, it’s mostly a tourist spot but will be used once more for the 2022 Games and thus get a good revival. If nothing else, its amazing size and design makes this stadium among the more amazing sights in the world.

7 Staples Center

Opened in 1999, this huge arena was soon home to a revival of the Lakers dynasty which won three straight championships. Two more have followed and it’s been a stop for some of the greatest stars in the basketball world. It’s also home to the Kings and thus a Stanley Cup banner resides in the rafters alongside all the NBA titles and the numerous retired jerseys. From Magic to Shaq to Kobe, you can see where legends resided and the Sparks have a few WNBA titles to add to the luster.

It totally fits the L.A. vibe, looking great lit up and fans can enjoy the outside with statues of Lakers greats and an interior mini-museum of their legends.

Today, it’s as much a tourist spot as a sports arena but any visit to L.A. should include a stop to see a venue where the celebrities can sometimes outnumber the fans.

6 Indianapolis Motor Speedway

For any race car fan, this place is a must-see. Its most obvious point of popularity is Memorial Day Weekend as the Indy 500 captivates the entire world. But even year round, it’s a great place to admire the huge track and the state-of-the-art facilities that go with it. Even in the heart of winter, the place is a must see thanks to its huge museum, boasting a look back at racing history from photos to trophies to a slew of cars from different eras. The stadium has undergone periodic remodels to bring it up to speed and some like just watching them re-tar and repave that huge oval track. While the 500 is the key draw, the fact is that with its history and love of the past, the Speedway is one of the most revered places in all of racing.