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Where to sit at Paycor Stadium
The best seats at Paycor Stadium are Lower 100 level near the 50 (mid-100s sidelines), row 10 and up for the view. For value, choose Upper 300 level sidelines. For atmosphere, head to Lower end-zone sections. Avoid Upper-deck corners such as 300-302 and 350-352, bottom rows. Paycor Stadium seats 65,515, home of Cincinnati Bengals.
Lower 100 level near the 50 (mid-100s sidelines), row 10 and up
Mid-field height clears the benches for the classic sideline view.
Full detail Best valueUpper 300 level sidelines
The lowest prices with a full-field view and skyline over the open corners.
Full detail Best atmosphereLower end-zone sections
A loud, close end-zone crowd known as The Jungle.
Full detail Where to avoidUpper-deck corners such as 300-302 and 350-352, bottom rows
A partial or blocked view of the near sideline corner.
Full detailAbout Paycor Stadium
Paycor Stadium holds 65,515 across three tiers: a lower 100 level, a club 200 level and an upper 300 level. The club 200 level sits between the decks with weather-protected, extra-padded seats, and the best sideline views come from the lower 100 level near the 50 (from around row 10 and up) and the first rows of the club 200 level. Atmosphere is loud and river-front, with the open corners framing the Ohio River and downtown skyline. It is open-air with cold, sometimes snowy late-season weather, and it hosts occasional college football and major concerts.
An open-air, three-tier natural-grass bowl on the Ohio River with distinctive open corners that leave gaps in the bowl, giving upper-deck fans skyline and river views. It is built in steel and concrete with exposed structural ribbing and translucent canopy elements over parts of the upper deck.
Seating plan & map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Paycor Stadium. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
Bengals NFL game
Standard football bowl on natural grass.
College football
Occasional neutral-site and Bearcats games.
Concert / stadium show
End-stage with a field floor; the open corners are retained.
Seating levels explained
Lower Level (100s)roughly 100-152 (sidelines low and mid 100s; corners and ends higher)
The field-level bowl wrapping the pitch.
Pros: Closest to the field; row 10 and up near the 50 are among the best seats in the house.
Cons: Very front rows have low sightlines over the bench, and it is open-air and cold late season.
Club Level (200s)roughly 200-252 plus named club areas
Extra-padded, weather-resistant seats between the decks with indoor club access.
Pros: Sheltered, wide padded seats; the first rows give excellent mid-field views.
Cons: Premium pricing, and higher back rows lose some proximity.
Upper Level (300s)roughly 300-352
The top deck around the bowl with open corners.
Pros: Cheapest, with skyline and river views from the corners.
Cons: Steep and distant; corner sections can have a partial near-corner view and the most weather exposure.
Best seats at Paycor Stadium
Best overall (sideline)
Lower 100 level near the 50 (mid-100s sidelines), row 10 and up
Mid-field height clears the benches for the classic sideline view.
Premium comfort
Club 200 level sideline, first rows
Padded weather-protected seats with lounge access and a strong mid-field angle.
Best value
Upper 300 level sidelines
The lowest prices with a full-field view and skyline over the open corners.
Best for the atmosphere / end zone
Lower end-zone sections
A loud, close end-zone crowd known as The Jungle.
Club / premium
Club 200 level and the Club Loge
Weather-protected padded seats with lounge access.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall (sideline) | Lower 100 level near the 50 (mid-100s sidelines), row 10 and up | Mid-field height clears the benches for the classic sideline view. |
| Premium comfort | Club 200 level sideline, first rows | Padded weather-protected seats with lounge access and a strong mid-field angle. |
| Best value | Upper 300 level sidelines | The lowest prices with a full-field view and skyline over the open corners. |
| Best for the atmosphere / end zone | Lower end-zone sections | A loud, close end-zone crowd known as The Jungle. |
| Club / premium | Club 200 level and the Club Loge | Weather-protected padded seats with lounge access. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Upper-deck corners such as 300-302 and 350-352, bottom rows: A partial or blocked view of the near sideline corner.
Very front rows of the lower end zones: A flat angle down the goal line, with the far end distant.
Accessibility & companion seating
Wheelchair-accessible and companion seating is available on every level with elevator access; accessible seats are sold through the Bengals ticket office so staff can match needs to location.
Where: Accessible positions distributed across the 100, 200 and 300 levels; verify exact sections on the official map.
Food & drink at Paycor Stadium
Open-air concourse concessions plus club lounges with upscale dining, and The Banks district outside the gates adds extensive bars and restaurants.
NFL clear-bag policy applies; confirm current outside-food and bag rules on the official site.
Worth seeking out
- Club-level lounge dining
- In-suite and in-seat food and drink service
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Fixtures & tickets at Paycor Stadium
Cincinnati Bengals vs To be decided
Sat, 12 Sept 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Sun, 13 Sept 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Jacksonville Jaguars
Sun, 4 Oct 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Usher-Cincinnati, OH, USA
Sat, 24 Oct 2026 · Concerts
Cincinnati Bengals vs Tennessee Titans
Sun, 1 Nov 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Pittsburgh Steelers
Sun, 15 Nov 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs New Orleans Saints
Sun, 29 Nov 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Kansas City Chiefs
Sun, 13 Dec 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Baltimore Ravens
Thu, 31 Dec 2026 · NFL (US Football)
Cincinnati Bengals vs Cleveland Browns
Sat, 9 Jan 2027 · NFL (US Football)
Hotels near Paycor Stadium
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Transport
In The Banks district, with underground garages directly beneath The Banks plus numerous nearby lots and decks that open a few hours before kickoff. The Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar is free and links downtown, Over-the-Rhine and The Banks, and rideshare pickup is on Second Street. TANK buses and the Southbank Shuttle serve Northern Kentucky.
The area
The Banks, a riverfront entertainment district on the north bank of the Ohio River between the stadium and the Reds' ballpark, packed with bars, restaurants and Smale Riverfront Park; downtown and Fountain Square are a short walk north.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Paycor Stadium's capacity?
65,515 for football, across three tiers.
Was Paycor Stadium called Paul Brown Stadium?
Yes. It opened as Paul Brown Stadium in 2000 and was renamed Paycor Stadium in 2022.
Where are the best seats at Paycor Stadium?
The lower 100 level near the 50 (row 10 and up), or the first rows of the club 200 level.
Are any seats covered from the weather?
The club 200 level is weather-resistant with padded seats; the rest of the open-air bowl is exposed, and late-season games can be cold or snowy.
How do I get there on transit?
The free Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar links downtown, Over-the-Rhine and The Banks; TANK buses and the Southbank Shuttle serve Northern Kentucky.
What is around the stadium?
It sits in The Banks riverfront district, next to the Reds' ballpark, with bars, restaurants and Smale Riverfront Park.
Which seats are best for concerts at Paycor Stadium?
End-stage with a field floor; the open corners are retained.
How do section numbers work at Paycor Stadium?
Section numbers at Paycor Stadium follow the seating tiers. Lower Level (100s): roughly 100-152 (sidelines low and mid 100s; corners and ends higher); Club Level (200s): roughly 200-252 plus named club areas; Upper Level (300s): roughly 300-352.
Where should I sit at Paycor Stadium with kids?
With kids at Paycor Stadium, pick aisle seats near a concourse so exits and toilet runs are easy. Note that the Upper Level (300s) is steep, so young children and anyone uneasy with heights are better lower down.
Where are the wheelchair-accessible seats at Paycor Stadium?
Wheelchair-accessible and companion seating is available on every level with elevator access; accessible seats are sold through the Bengals ticket office so staff can match needs to location. Locations: Accessible positions distributed across the 100, 200 and 300 levels; verify exact sections on the official map..
What are the stands at Paycor Stadium?
Paycor Stadium is made up of 3 main stands: Lower Level (100s); Club Level (200s); Upper Level (300s).
What is the view like from the seats at Paycor Stadium?
For the best view at Paycor Stadium, aim for Lower 100 level near the 50 (mid-100s sidelines), row 10 and up (Mid-field height clears the benches for the classic sideline view.); Club 200 level sideline, first rows (Padded weather-protected seats with lounge access and a strong mid-field angle.). The view is most restricted from Upper-deck corners such as 300-302 and 350-352, bottom rows (A partial or blocked view of the near sideline corner.).
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