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Where should you sit at PPG Paints Arena?
The best seats at PPG Paints Arena are 101-103 and 111-113 (100 Level club seats) for the view. For value, choose 201-204 and 218-221, front rows (200 Level sidelines). Avoid Back rows of the 200 Level ends (around 210-212 and 227-229). PPG Paints Arena seats 18,187, home of Pittsburgh Penguins.
101-103 and 111-113 (100 Level club seats)
Centre ice, no more than 23 rows from the ice, with lounge access. Pick 111 to 113 if you want to look across at the benches rather than through them.
Full detail Best value201-204 and 218-221, front rows (200 Level sidelines)
A full, head on view of the rink at upper bowl prices; 218 to 221 face both benches.
Full detail Where to avoidBack rows of the 200 Level ends (around 210-212 and 227-229)
The furthest seats from the ice, looking down the length of the rink.
Full detailAbout PPG Paints Arena
PPG Paints Arena is the downtown Pittsburgh home of the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins. It opened in 2010 as Consol Energy Center and seats 18,187 for hockey, about 19,000 for basketball and up to 19,758 for concerts. The PPG Paints Arena seating chart is a simple two-tier bowl: the 100 Level lower bowl (sections 101 to 122), a ring of loge boxes and suites, and the 200 Level upper bowl (sections 201 to 234). For hockey, the best seats are the centre ice club sections 101 to 103 and 111 to 113. Penguins fans often choose 106 to 108, behind the net the home side attacks twice, and the front rows of the 200 Level sidelines (201 to 204 and 218 to 221) give the best value seat view in the building. For end stage concerts, the published chart puts the stage at the Fifth Avenue end, so the Centre Avenue end sections face it head on.
Opened in August 2010 as Consol Energy Center and renamed PPG Paints Arena in 2016, the arena was designed by Populous with local firm Astorino. It has 66 suites, a nod to Mario Lemieux's number 66, around 1,950 club seats, and was the first NHL arena to earn LEED Gold certification.
PPG Paints Arena seating chart
General seating reference for PPG Paints Arena, also known as the PPG Paints Arena seating map, seating plan or seat plan. Check your selected event for its exact configuration.
What is the PPG Paints Arena seating capacity?
The PPG Paints Arena seating capacity is about 18,187 seats. The number in use changes with the layout, so here is how each set-up works.
NHL hockey (Pittsburgh Penguins)
Hockey capacity is 18,187. The team benches sit in front of 100 Level sections 101 to 103 on the Washington Place side, with the penalty box side opposite in front of 111 to 113. The Penguins attack twice towards the Centre Avenue end, in front of sections 106 to 108.
Concerts (end stage)
Wikipedia gives a concert capacity of 14,536 to 19,758 depending on the layout. The arena's published end stage charts place the stage at the Fifth Avenue end in front of sections 117 to 119, with numbered floor sections on the arena floor and the bowl facing the stage. Sections round and behind the stage are closed or restricted depending on the production.
Basketball and other events
Around 19,000 for basketball, plus family shows, rodeo, circus and comedy. Layouts vary by event, so always check the seat map for your show.
What are the seating levels at PPG Paints Arena?
100 Level club seats101-103, 111-113
Six centre ice sections on the bench side (101 to 103) and the penalty box side (111 to 113). The arena says its 1,900-plus club seats are no more than 23 rows from the ice and come with access to the premium lounges and the fine-dining restaurant.
Pros: Closest, most balanced view of the whole rink; padded club seats with lounge access; 101 to 103 sit right behind the benches.
Cons: The most expensive regular seats; the front rows behind the benches look through players and staff standing at the boards.
100 Level sides and corners104-105, 109-110, 114-116, 120-122
The lower bowl sections either side of the club blocks and round the corners. They keep you close to the glass with a diagonal view that is good for following play into the zones.
Pros: Close to the action for less than the club sections; corners give a good angle on power plays and zone entries.
Cons: Play at the far end looks distant from the corners; low rows are more side on.
100 Level ends106-108, 117-119
Behind the nets at the Centre Avenue end (106 to 108) and the Fifth Avenue end (117 to 119). The Centre Avenue end is where the Penguins attack twice; the Fifth Avenue end is usually the stage end for concerts.
Pros: Great for goals and goaltending at your end; 106 to 108 see the Penguins attack in two of three periods.
Cons: Play at the other end is a long way off, and the protective netting behind each goal sits in your line of sight in the lower rows.
200 Level sidelines201-204, 218-221
The centre sections of the upper bowl, above the loge boxes and suites. Sections 201 to 204 sit above the bench side, and 218 to 221 face the benches from across the rink.
Pros: The full rink in view at an affordable price; the front rows sit fairly low for an upper tier.
Cons: Noticeably higher than the lower bowl; the back rows are a long way from the ice.
200 Level corners and ends205-217, 222-234
The rest of the upper bowl, wrapping the corners and both ends. Sections 210 to 212 sit above the Centre Avenue end and 227 to 229 above the Fifth Avenue end.
Pros: Usually the cheapest seats in the building; the front rows of the corners give a clear diagonal view of the whole rink.
Cons: The furthest seats from the ice; for end stage concerts the sections round the Fifth Avenue end are beside or behind the stage.
PPG Paints Arena view from your seat
100 Level centre ice, bench side
101 to 103 (centre ice at 102)Club seats directly behind the team benches, with the Penguins closest to 101 and 102 and the visitors nearer 103. You are level with the players and see every line change, but the lowest rows look through the benches.
Tip: Choose a middle row if you want to see over the benches and still feel close.
100 Level centre ice, penalty box side
111 to 113 (centre ice at 112)The mirror of the bench side, looking across the rink at both benches, with the penalty boxes in front. No players stand between you and the play on this side.
Tip: These are club seats too, so they include access to the premium lounges.
100 Level corners
104 to 105, 109 to 110, 114 to 116, 120 to 122Diagonal views close to the glass. Good for watching plays develop into the zones, though the far end of the rink feels distant from the low rows.
Tip: Sit a little higher in the corners so the glass and boards do not cut off the near crease.
100 Level, Penguins attack end
106 to 108 (Centre Avenue end)Behind the net where the Penguins attack twice, according to the arena's own club seating map. Expect goals at your end in the first and third periods and a long look down the ice the rest of the time.
Tip: Protective netting runs above the glass behind each goal, so rows a little higher up give a cleaner view.
100 Level, Fifth Avenue end
117 to 119The other end, below the party suites. It is the standard stage end for concerts on the arena's published end stage charts, so for shows these seats may be behind the stage or not sold.
Tip: For hockey these are among the cheapest lower bowl seats.
200 Level sidelines
201 to 204 and 218 to 221A raised, head on view of the full rink from above the loge boxes and suites. Sections 218 to 221 look straight across at both benches.
Tip: The front rows of these sections are the best value in the building for a clear view of plays forming.
200 Level corners and ends
205 to 217 and 222 to 234The highest and furthest seats, wrapping the corners and ends. The corners still give a full rink view; the end sections look down the length of the ice.
Tip: For end stage concerts, 209 to 213 face the stage head on from the Centre Avenue end.
How do PPG Paints Arena seat numbers work?
Your ticket shows a section, row and seat. Three digit sections starting with 1 are the 100 Level lower bowl (101 to 122) and those starting with 2 are the 200 Level upper bowl (201 to 234). The numbers run round the bowl from 101 at centre ice on the bench (Washington Place) side, through the Centre Avenue end (106 to 108), along the far side (111 to 113 at centre ice), round the Fifth Avenue end (117 to 119) and back to 122 beside 101. The 200 Level follows the same pattern, with 201 to 204 above the benches, 210 to 212 above the Centre Avenue end, 218 to 221 opposite the benches and 227 to 229 above the Fifth Avenue end. Rows are lettered from the front, starting at A in most sections; in some centre ice sections the first row sold for hockey is not row A. The 200 Level sections run from row A to row Q.
Reading a ticket: Section 219, Row D: 200 Level, just off centre on the side opposite the benches, four rows up from the front of the upper bowl, so you look straight across at both benches with a full view of the rink.
PPG Paints Arena floor plan for concerts
Concert layouts vary by tour, so always check the seat map for your show. On the arena's published end stage charts the stage sits at the Fifth Avenue end, the arena floor becomes numbered floor sections, and the lower and upper bowls face the stage from the sides and the Centre Avenue end.
The floor: The floor is sold as numbered floor sections or general admission, depending on the show. A sound mixing position usually takes up space in the middle or back of the floor.
The stage: At the Fifth Avenue end, in front of 100 Level sections 117 to 119.
Sections 106 to 108 and 209 to 213 face the stage head on from the far end. The sideline sections see it side on, and the angle sharpens as you get closer to the stage end. Sections round and behind the stage (roughly 115 to 121 and the 200 Level sections around 222 to 233) are closed or sold as limited view, depending on the production.
What are the best seats at PPG Paints Arena?
Best overall (hockey)
101-103 and 111-113 (100 Level club seats)
Centre ice, no more than 23 rows from the ice, with lounge access. Pick 111 to 113 if you want to look across at the benches rather than through them.
Best for Penguins fans
106-108 (100 Level, Centre Avenue end)
Behind the net the Penguins attack twice, so you are closest to the home side's scoring chances in two periods out of three.
Best value
201-204 and 218-221, front rows (200 Level sidelines)
A full, head on view of the rink at upper bowl prices; 218 to 221 face both benches.
Best for end stage concerts (seated)
106-108 and 209-213
These sections face a Fifth Avenue end stage head on, without the side angle of the sideline sections.
Best premium experience
Lexus loge boxes, Suite 66 and the executive suites
Semi-private or private seating between the two bowls, with food and drink service, plus access to the Lexus Club restaurant from the loge boxes.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall (hockey) | 101-103 and 111-113 (100 Level club seats) | Centre ice, no more than 23 rows from the ice, with lounge access. Pick 111 to 113 if you want to look across at the benches rather than through them. |
| Best for Penguins fans | 106-108 (100 Level, Centre Avenue end) | Behind the net the Penguins attack twice, so you are closest to the home side's scoring chances in two periods out of three. |
| Best value | 201-204 and 218-221, front rows (200 Level sidelines) | A full, head on view of the rink at upper bowl prices; 218 to 221 face both benches. |
| Best for end stage concerts (seated) | 106-108 and 209-213 | These sections face a Fifth Avenue end stage head on, without the side angle of the sideline sections. |
| Best premium experience | Lexus loge boxes, Suite 66 and the executive suites | Semi-private or private seating between the two bowls, with food and drink service, plus access to the Lexus Club restaurant from the loge boxes. |
Which seats should you avoid at PPG Paints Arena?
Back rows of the 200 Level ends (around 210-212 and 227-229): The furthest seats from the ice, looking down the length of the rink.
Front rows of 101-103 during hockey: You sit right behind the benches, so players and coaches standing at the boards can block the view of play.
Low rows of the 100 Level ends (106-108 and 117-119): The protective netting behind each goal and the glass sit in your line of sight, and the far end is a long way off.
Sections beside and behind a Fifth Avenue end stage (around 115-121 and 222-233): Side on or blocked views of the stage and screens; many are not sold for end stage shows.
Where is accessible seating at PPG Paints Arena?
PPG Paints Arena has accessible seating on all seating levels, with locations varying by event. Buy accessible seats on Ticketmaster using the Request Accessible Seating option, by calling Ticketmaster on 800-745-3000 (PA Relay 7-1-1), or at the DICK'S Sporting Goods Box Office at the arena. Elevators and escalators reach every level, all restrooms are accessible (including 14 family or unisex restrooms), all suites are wheelchair accessible, and wheelchair escorts are free. Assistive listening devices are at Guest Services on the main concourse near section 104. The accessible drop-off is on Fifth Avenue near the Peoples Gate at the south-west corner, and the East, Fullerton, South and West lots have first-come, first-served accessible spaces.
Where: Accessible positions are marked on each event's seating chart. On the arena's published end stage chart they sit along the back of several 200 Level sections (including 202, 205, 211, 213, 218, 220, 222, 226, 228 and 230) and at the front of several 100 Level sections, but the exact locations change with the event layout. For interpreters, contact Guest Services on 412-642-1800 at least two weeks before the event.
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How do you get to PPG Paints Arena?
Transport
The arena is at 1001 Fifth Avenue, on the eastern edge of Downtown Pittsburgh, and Steel Plaza light rail station is about three blocks away. Parking is in the arena's cashless East, Fullerton, South and West lots, where pre-paying through ParkWhiz is strongly encouraged; the attached garage is only open to the public for non-hockey events. Lyft is the official rideshare partner, and the accessible drop-off is on Fifth Avenue near the Peoples Gate at the south-west corner.
The area
PPG Paints Arena sits where Downtown meets the Lower Hill District, across the street from the site of the old Civic Arena, which is now surface parking being redeveloped. The Cultural District, Market Square and the downtown hotels are all a short walk west.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the PPG Paints Arena seating capacity?
PPG Paints Arena seats 18,187 for Penguins hockey and about 19,000 for basketball. Concert capacity ranges from about 14,500 to 19,758 depending on where the stage goes and how many sections are opened.
How does the PPG Paints Arena seating chart work?
It is a two-tier bowl. The 100 Level lower bowl runs from section 101 to 122, with the loge boxes and suites in a ring above it, and the 200 Level upper bowl runs from 201 to 234. The official seat maps are on the arena's Seating Charts page and on each event page.
What is the seating view like at PPG Paints Arena?
The 100 Level puts you close to the glass, with the most balanced seat view at centre ice in 101 to 103 and 111 to 113. The 200 Level gives a full rink view from above the suites; the front rows of 201 to 204 and 218 to 221 are the best value. The Penguins' official 3D seat viewer shows the view from your seat for each section.
What are the best seats at PPG Paints Arena for a Penguins game?
The centre ice club sections 101 to 103 (behind the benches) and 111 to 113 (opposite, looking at the benches) are the best overall. Penguins fans often pick 106 to 108 at the Centre Avenue end, where the home team attacks twice.
How are sections, rows and seat numbers laid out at PPG Paints Arena?
Sections starting with 1 are in the lower bowl and those starting with 2 are in the upper bowl. Numbering starts at 101 at centre ice on the bench side and runs round the bowl, so 111 to 113 are at centre ice opposite. Rows are lettered from the front, and the 200 Level runs from row A to row Q.
Where do the Penguins attack twice at PPG Paints Arena?
At the Centre Avenue end, in front of 100 Level sections 106 to 108 and below 200 Level sections 210 to 212. The arena's own club seating map marks this as the double attack end.
Where are the cheapest seats at PPG Paints Arena?
Usually in the upper rows of the 200 Level corners and ends (205 to 217 and 222 to 234). For a better view for a little more, look at the front rows of the 200 Level sidelines.
What are the best seats for a concert at PPG Paints Arena?
For an end stage show at the Fifth Avenue end, the floor sections nearest the stage are closest, and sections 106 to 108 and 209 to 213 face the stage head on. Avoid the sections right beside the stage, which see it side on or not at all. Check your event's seat map, as layouts vary.
Where do I park for PPG Paints Arena?
The arena's East, Fullerton, South and West lots are cashless, and the arena strongly recommends pre-paying through ParkWhiz. The attached garage is open for non-hockey events only. Steel Plaza light rail station is about three blocks away if you would rather not drive.
Is PPG Paints Arena accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. Accessible seating is on every level, elevators and escalators reach every area, all restrooms and suites are accessible, and wheelchair escorts are free. Book accessible seats through Ticketmaster's Request Accessible Seating option, by phone on 800-745-3000, or at the arena box office.
How do section numbers work at PPG Paints Arena?
Section numbers at PPG Paints Arena follow the seating tiers. 100 Level club seats: 101-103, 111-113; 100 Level sides and corners: 104-105, 109-110, 114-116, 120-122; 100 Level ends: 106-108, 117-119; 200 Level sidelines: 201-204, 218-221; 200 Level corners and ends: 205-217, 222-234.
What are the stands at PPG Paints Arena?
PPG Paints Arena is made up of 5 main stands: 100 Level club seats; 100 Level sides and corners; 100 Level ends; 200 Level sidelines; 200 Level corners and ends.
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Sources
- Seating Charts | PPG Paints Arena (official)
- End Stage Setup seating chart (official PDF, 2017)
- Halsey seating chart with street orientation (official PDF, 2017)
- Club Seating map (official image)
- Club Seats | PPG Paints Arena (official)
- Accessibility Accommodations | PPG Paints Arena (official)
- A to Z Guide | PPG Paints Arena (official)
- Directions & Parking | PPG Paints Arena (official)
- Premium Seating | Pittsburgh Penguins (official)
- PPG Paints Arena - Wikipedia
- Civic Arena (Pittsburgh) - Wikipedia
- PPG Paints Arena section pages - RateYourSeats.com
