OT: Trip to the garden from PA

Sloanfeld · Post #1 » by **Sloanfeld** » Mon Aug 31, 2009 11:47 pm

Sup C's fans? I'm a Jazz fan in PA and considering going to Boston for our game on 11-11. It's a paid holiday for me so it's just a perfect setup. I've never been up there so I was wondering if I could get some general details on parking, trains, etc? I'll probably be traveling on I-84 E. Is there parking near the arena, and if so how much? Are there garages that I can park in then take a train to the arena? How much would that be, or can you provide a website? Is there any point where traffic is ridiculous like the tunnells entering NYC? Any help is appreciated, thanks in advance.

Dirty Water · Post #2 » by **Dirty Water** » Tue Sep 1, 2009 12:21 am

Are you staying the night? I'd assume you are, just find a hotel with a parking lot and take the T

Jammer · Post #3 » by **Jammer** » Tue Sep 1, 2009 12:23 am

Someone else will probably give you current rates, but there is parking right by the TD Bank Garden. However, there is one fee prior to 7 PM, and another one after 7 PM. Since you will probably want to enjoy one of the pubs across the street (easy to cross) from the Garden, if you get there before 7 PM, you pay double (last time I went was 2 or 3 years ago, it was 10 bucks a pop ($20 if you get there before 7). I live in NYC, and used to drive up. Now, with NBA League Pass, it's less of an urge, although I can still catch the Celtics at the Meadowlands (Nets) or MSG (Knicks).

Another advantage of getting there early is you can park on a lower level of the 10 or so level parking garage, which makes it a lot easier to exit when you want to go home. First or 2nd level is ideal for a quick exit, especially if you know where to put your car so others don't keep cutting in front of you.

DorfonCeltics · Post #4 » by **DorfonCeltics** » Tue Sep 1, 2009 3:43 pm

If you decide to drive in don't park in the TD Garden garage as it is the most expensive. There are 3-4 garages within a 5 minute walk of the Garden and are only $18-$20 as opposed to the Garden garage which is $30. If you are trying to save money the hotels around the Garden are not the place to go. I think there is a Marriott or Sheraton right across the bridge in Charlestown which is walking distance to the Garden and might be cheaper. My suggestion would be to find a hotel outside of the City (try Newton) and take the T into Boston.

Sloanfeld · Post #5 » by **Sloanfeld** » Thu Sep 3, 2009 3:36 am

Thanks for the responses, and obviously I'll do some research of my own as the time gets closer. I'm not going to stay overnight though, and I don't drink so I won't be visiting any bars.

Just one more question, I don't plan to spend a lot on tickets, I'm fine with sitting in the upper level. eBay Or Stubhub is going to be my best bet. Do the games sell out quick, or can I wait to get a better price? Right now eBay has $50 tickets that I know the seller only paid $10 for. Anyone ahve any idea how much is reasonable for a pair in the upper level? I paid $30 for a pair in NY last season and I thought that was a very good deal.