Chase Center: San Francisco's State-of-the-Art Arena
Experience world-class sports and entertainment at Chase Center, San Francisco's premier, state-of-the-art arena in the vibrant Mission Bay neighborhood.
Chase Center, situated in the Mission Bay area of San Francisco, stands as a modern multi-purpose arena that opened on September 6, 2019. It serves as the home of the Golden State Warriors of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Golden State Valkyries of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). The arena also hosts University of San Francisco men's and women's basketball games. Chase Center boasts a seating capacity of 18,064 for basketball games and 19,500 for concerts. The venue includes 580,000 square feet of office and lab space, along with 100,000 square feet of retail space. A 35,000 square-foot public plaza and recreation area, known as Thrive City, surrounds the arena. This area hosts community events, farmers' markets, and winter festivals. The arena is designed with multiple levels and floors, offering various seating options, including exclusive clubs and suites. Chase Center is committed to providing an accessible and enjoyable experience for all visitors, with wheelchair-accessible seating and assistive listening devices available. Getting to Chase Center is convenient via public transportation, including Muni Metro, buses, BART, Caltrain, and ferries. The arena is located at Third St. and 16th St..
Local tips
- Take public transportation; it's the easiest and most convenient way to get to Chase Center. Your event ticket even doubles as a free Muni pass on the day of the event.
- Arrive early to explore Thrive City, the plaza surrounding Chase Center, offering restaurants, shops, and community events.
- Download the Warriors + Chase Center Mobile App for easy ticket management, transit options, and food and beverage ordering.
- Check the Chase Center website for the bag policy; bags larger than 14" x 14" x 6" may need to be checked for a fee.
- Consider taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry to the Chase Center from Oakland or Alameda for a unique and scenic transportation option.
A brief summary to Chase Center
- 1 Warriors Way, San Francisco, Mission Bay, California, 94158, US
- +1888-479-4667
- Visit website
Getting There
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Public Transport
From downtown San Francisco, the Muni Metro T Third Street Line provides direct service to Chase Center. Take the T Third Street Line to the UCSF/Chase Center Station, which is located right outside the arena. Event day service runs approximately every 10 minutes. Your event ticket doubles as a free Muni pass on the day of the event. A one-way fare on Muni is typically around $3.
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Ride Share
If arriving by rideshare (Uber/Lyft), designated pick-up and drop-off zones are located along Terry Francois Boulevard and Warriors Way. From downtown, a typical rideshare trip to Chase Center costs approximately $13-$17, depending on traffic. Expect higher prices and longer wait times after events.
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Walking
From the Caltrain station at 4th and King, Chase Center is approximately a 15-20 minute walk. Head southeast on 4th Street, turn left onto Gene Friend Way, and continue to Chase Center. This is a straightforward and scenic walk, especially along the waterfront.
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Parking
Limited parking is available at the Mercedes-Benz Garage (99 Warriors Way). On event days, rates vary and can be up to $75. UCSF's Third Street Garage (1650 3rd Street) offers event parking for a flat rate of $75. Metered street parking is available but expensive, with rates at $11/hour during special events. Pre-booking a spot through SpotHero is recommended.
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Ferry
The San Francisco Bay Ferry offers service from Oakland and Alameda to Pier 48.5, about a half-mile walk from Chase Center. Alternatively, connect from the ferry to Chase Center with Muni. Ferry tickets cost approximately $15-$35.
