The Atlanta Falcons play home dates at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, a downtown venue designed for quick entries, wide concourses, and clear sightlines. This guide focuses on how to arrive, where to sit, and how to move through the building—plus a quick look at food and postgame exits.
Getting There
Start with MARTA for rail-to-stadium access; the Dome and Vine City stations place you a short walk from the building. If you’re driving, pre-purchase parking in a lot aligned with your assigned entry gate to reduce cross-traffic. Plan a little extra time for concerts and overlapping downtown events.
Entry Gates & Security
Use the gate listed on your mobile ticket; the exterior plazas are designed to distribute crowds evenly, and staying with your assigned gate shortens waits. Have tickets open before you reach the scanners and remove metal items from pockets to keep the line moving. Bag screening follows standard NFL venue rules; check the stadium’s policies before you travel for current dimensions and exceptions.
Accessibility & Entrances
Each main plaza has clearly marked accessibility lanes, with guest services available to direct you to elevators and accessible seating. If you need assistance, check the venue’s game-day resources in the app before you travel and notify staff at the gate on arrival.
Where to Sit (View, Atmosphere, Value)
Choose by goal:
- Sideline view: Lower bowl between the 20s offers broadcast-style angles without constant head turns.
- End zone energy: Lower and club-level end zones bring you into celebrations and goal-line plays.
- Upper-level value: The 300s deliver clean, elevated looks and quicker concourse circulation.
- Families: Corners near wide concourses and restrooms minimize midgame trips.
With the roof closed, lighting is consistent. When the roof is open, late-day sun can reach upper corners, but glare is limited compared with open-air venues.
Supporter Sections & Etiquette
Expect the most sustained noise behind the end zones and along lower-bowl corners. Stand and cheer as the section does, and keep aisles clear—ushers enforce aisle safety during plays. For a quieter experience, pick seats along the sidelines a few rows up from the concourse for easier in-and-out.
Food & Pricing
Concession stands are spread to minimize long crossings; choose locations near your section to keep time away from your seat short. Value-priced options are available throughout the building, along with local staples on the main concourse. Check in-venue menus on the team’s mobile resources; some stands offer express or pickup lanes to speed things up.
Bag Policy & Security
Review the stadium’s A–Z policies for bag dimensions and prohibited items. Standard screening applies at all entries. Keep tickets ready and electronics in hand to help the line move.
Postgame Exits
For rideshare, walk a block or two beyond the primary pickup zones to shorten wait times. If you parked on the west side, begin moving with a few minutes left to avoid congestion at the central plazas. MARTA riders should confirm last train times and build a brief buffer into the walk to the platform.
FAQ
What’s the fastest way to enter?
Use the gate on your mobile ticket and follow plaza signage; staying with your assigned gate is typically quickest.
Where should I sit for the best view?
Lower-bowl sidelines between the 20s offer the most balanced view; end zones deliver atmosphere and clear looks at red-zone plays.
Are bags allowed?
Policies can change; review the stadium’s A–Z policies for bag size, item rules, and any exceptions.
See the Full Schedule and Tickets for upcoming dates at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
