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Paycor Stadium 🇺🇸

Home of Cincinnati Bengals — tours, history & game-day guide.

CountryUnited States RegionOhio Best timeNFL season (Sep–Feb) TypeNFL Stadium
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ICONICA bucket-list stop for football fans — book a stadium tour on non-game days.

Home of: The Cincinnati Bengals (AFC North)

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Paycor Stadium, affectionately nicknamed "The Jungle," is the iconic outdoor home of the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati, Ohio. Opened on August 19, 2000, this 65,515-seat venue sits on roughly 22 acres along the Ohio River. Designed by architectural firm NBBJ, the open-corner stadium allows fans inside to enjoy panoramic views of the downtown skyline and river bridges, while earning distinction as the only football venue named to America's 150 favorite buildings list by Harris Interactive.

Gameday atmosphere comes alive to the sounds of Guns N' Roses' "Welcome to the Jungle," the team's unofficial anthem. Fans visiting the stadium can explore 56 concession stands, eight stores, and the main Bengals Pro Shop located on the north end plaza level. Premium ticket holders enjoy access to 114 private suites, 7,600 club seats, in-seat food and beverage service, and exclusive club lounges.

Beyond hosting NFL action, the stadium hosts college football rivalries, the annual Cincinnati Music Festival, and the unique Queen City Classic Chess Tournament. Getting to the action is easy thanks to local transit options like Cincinnati Metro's Jungle-to-Jungle Express shuttle bus service from Fairfield.

What to see at Paycor Stadium

  • Seating capacity of 65,515 with open corners offering views of the Cincinnati skyline and Ohio River.
  • Home gameday experience nicknamed 'The Jungle' featuring Guns N' Roses' unofficial team anthem.
  • Architectural award-winner housing 114 private suites, 7,600 club seats, and fine dining lounges.
  • Official Bengals Pro Shop on the plaza level's north end, plus 56 concession stands throughout.
  • Host of college football games, the annual Cincinnati Music Festival, and Queen City Classic Chess Tournament.

Stadium tours & game day

Take advantage of local transit like Cincinnati Metro's Jungle-to-Jungle Express shuttle service from Fairfield for convenient round-trip transportation on game day.

How long: 3-4 hours (game day) · Best time: Game day (Sep–Feb)

How to get there & what’s nearby

Paycor Stadium is easy to reach on game days and by Cincinnati’s public transport. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Cincinnati travel guide.

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