Oracle Park

San Francisco, United States

Home to the MLB’s San Francisco Giants, Oracle Park epitomizes the urban ballpark. Populous made the most of its location within the San Francisco Bay to enhance the spectator experience.

With one side of the ballpark open to the bay, it has created a unique twist on the knothole gang, with flotillas of boats turning up on game days to catch a glimpse of the action. Fans walk, take Bay ferries, water taxis, trains and even kayaks to the game. ‘Splash hits’ — when a Giants player smashes a home run into the water — have become a unique part of the stadium’s culture. There’s even an electric counter that keeps a running splash hit tally. 

In 2001, veteran Giants outfielder Barry Bonds hit his 73rd home run of the season at Oracle Park, setting a record for home runs in a single season that still stands. He would go on to hit his 756th home run on Aug. 7, 2007, to break the MLB career home run record. 

Awards

• 2008 Facility of the Year | Sports Business Awards
• 2005 San Francisco Architectural Landmark Award | San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
• 2000 New Park of the Year | BaseballParks.com