Parking in Harrison

The general consensus is to arrive at the gate about 30 to 45 minutes before, since you can anticipate a slow go with the sellout and this being the first game.

The people who are eating at the bars are generally getting there between 2:30 and 3:00. If you are only going to drink a couple 4:00 would be ok.

GSS are going to mmm Bellos, you can google it. Just across the river.

ESC to El Pastor Restaurant, 570 Market Street - Newark, NJ

 

You don't have to walk if you don't want. They are running free trolleys from Newark Penn to the arena. However, the supporters are going to walk together to the stadium between 5:15 and 5:30.

Here is a good thread about food

https://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?p=20195143#post20195143

Edit: I think vipers blog has the trolley maps somewhere
http://www.thevipersnest.com/

 

Yes it probably will be packed. The second floor is for supporters only

fyi here is the trolley map. It will also let you see the roads to the arena

http://www.newarktrolley.com/red-bulls/map/

 

Just saw this alert, for anyone trying to take the 4/5 to Fulton and jump on the PATH:

So now what do I do to get from GCT to PATH?

Should I take subway to 33rd then get on the PATH to Journal Square/change trains to Newark Penn?

 

I guess the only way to RBA from Staten Island is by car ugh.......

 

Someone posted that the NJ Transit goes from Penn to Penn with two stops and $4 or something.

But if you don't mind walking an extra 3 blocks, you can get off the 4-5 train at Brooklyn Bridge - City Hall (one stop before Fulton) and head west. Just head two blocks west on Murry until West Broadway, then turn south for three short blocks.

 

Although, google recommends a slightly different walking route:

Walking directions from Brooklyn Bridge - City Hall Station to WTC Path Station

 

Thanks Jim. I will work it out. Trying to avoid too much walking as I'll have my kids with me, but the weather is supposed to be nice, so maybe I'll do this.

 

According to this path map you can take the 2/3 down the WTC and switch there

http://www.panynj.gov/path/schedule.html

Edit: According to the MTA it is Park Place/Broadway

 

you can also take the A/C to Chambers or the E to World trade and follow the signs for the path. You will have to go above ground for a block and a half, but there are large florescent signs directing foot traffic to the WTC Path station. (The 6 also has it's last stop at Brooklyn Bridge if you are taking the 4/5 and a 6 comes by quicker).

 

Thanks. Will probably take the 6 down to Brooklyn Bridge and walk a few blocks. Not much further than Fulton in any case. As long as I get there I don't really care!

 

i'm coming with my pregnant wife and two young kids and i'll have to drive. i'm thinking of going early to eat in the ironbound before the game and catch the trolley. never been. can anyone recommend a good brasilian or spanish place on the trolley route? also, are there lots in the ironbound or do i just park on the street? are there meters there?

 

um, okay, so i just noticed the thread about eats in the ironbound. so that question is answered.

 

Same boat Devil... now to compete for parking for the Fire game, the joy.

 

I parked in the Harrison Parking Center next to the Path train -- seemed to be plenty of space for $10 there.

 

It wasn't that bad honestly. You just need to make some time to get there before kick off lots of stuff to do around the stadium.

 

Wasn't bad at all. And tailgating all over!

 

Did any people utilize Secaucus? On nj.com the moan and complained about 2 things, no parking and the New York in the name of the team.

I really don't understand why build a stadium right on the main NE Corridor and then go and park right next to it.

 

I parked at Secaucus Junction, and a lot of other fans did as well. I'd estimate that half the lot was filled with RB fans.

 

When you say Secaucus, do you mean NJ Transit - Secuacus Junction? I came from CT, used the NE Corridor line from Secauscus JCT to Newark Penn. Enough parking at the Secaucus RR station, quick one stop train ride both ways. Should have walked to RBA rather than take the shuttle / trolley. Due to traffic, we were on the bus for close to an hour, and the bus driver was kind enough to let us off on the bridge. 15 -20 minute walk back from RBA to Newark Penn, slowed by the crowds, and the bone spur in my wife's foot*.

I am going to try driving and the Metro North-MTA-PATH routines for comparison, but the drive to Secaucus and NJ Transit remains a viable option.

*Flame prevention statement: My Wife is having surgery on Tuesday, and it was her idea to walk.

 

Re: Parking in Harrison & Newark

Hi all, I am comingup to opener sat. From Maryland. Did anyone come across parking lot scammers? How are the laz lots marked?
Thanks in advance and your new stadium looks amazing on tv. I cannot wait to see it for real!!