Home of: The Miami Dolphins (AFC East)
Welcome to Hard Rock Stadium, a legendary multi-purpose venue in Miami Gardens, Florida, that stands as the proud home field for the NFL's Miami Dolphins and college football's Miami Hurricanes. Opened in 1987 as Joe Robbie Stadium, this venue broke ground as the first American multipurpose stadium built entirely with private financing. Over the years, it has gone by several names, including Pro Player Stadium and Sun Life Stadium, before acquiring its current name in 2016 through an 18-year deal with Hard Rock International.
Originally designed with a wider field to accommodate baseball and soccer alongside football, the facility underwent extensive 0 million privately funded renovations starting in 2015. These modern upgrades added vibrant aqua seats, corner video boards, and a protective shade canopy to shield fans from South Florida's tropical heat and rain. The stadium boasts an elite sporting history, having hosted six Super Bowls, two World Series, the Orange Bowl, Formula One's Miami Grand Prix, and major international soccer matches.
Whether you are catching a thrilling Dolphins game day or exploring its grand concourses, visiting this iconic venue offers a memorable slice of South Florida sports history.
What to see at Hard Rock Stadium
- Home field for the NFL's Miami Dolphins and the Miami Hurricanes college football team.
- Host venue for six Super Bowls, two World Series, the Orange Bowl, and major soccer matches.
- Modernized facility featuring corner video boards, spacious concourses, aqua seats, and a weather canopy.
- Grounds host the Miami International Autodrome temporary circuit for Formula One's Miami Grand Prix.
Stadium tours & game day
Enjoy the comfort of the stadium canopy, which was added during renovations to keep fans protected from rain and heat on game day.
How long: 3-4 hours (game day) · Best time: Game day (Sep–Feb)
How to get there & what’s nearby
Hard Rock Stadium is easy to reach on game days and by Miami’s public transport. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Miami travel guide.
Hard Rock Stadium in pictures
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