Louisiana Superdome
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Seating Chart
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Map To The
Superdome
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Tours
- Entrance at Gate "A" on Poydras Street at the center front of the building under the ramp
- Tours last approximately 1 (one) hour and include a view of the main arena, locker rooms (when available), press box, private suits, terrace level along with a video presentation
- The following rates are available to all recognized tour operators, tour brokers and travel agents for advance purchase of Superdome tours:
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REGULAR |
GROUP |
| ADULTS |
$6 |
$4 |
| SENIOR
CITIZENS |
$5 |
$4 |
| STUDENTS
(1-12) |
$4 |
$3 |
| TEACHERS
AND CHAPERONES |
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$3 |
- Free parking during tour in VIP West Parking Lot
- Tour route may be altered during some events
- Tours available Monday through Friday at 10:30 am, 12:00 Noon and 1:30 pm
- Closed weekends, major holidays and during some Superdome events
- Reservations required for groups of 15 or more
- Special tours featuring Engineering aspects of the Superdome also available for groups of 15 or more, with advance reservations. Call for rates and information.
- For further information, please call us at:
(504) 587-3810
(504) 587-3808
***Prices
and times subject to change without notice***
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Superdome Survival Guide
GUEST SERVICES DESKS
Your comfort and safety are our first priority. Guest
services desks are located at the main entrance gates for all major events. EMERGENCY CALLS
If you anticipate an emergency telephone call, you can
register your name at the Guest Services Desks at Gate A, Plaza Level. If you need to
leave a number to call at the Superdome, the switchboard telephone number is 587-3663.
RESALE OF TICKETS
Selling tickets at any price on or near the Superdome
premises is illegal, and those indulging in such activity are subject to arrest and
prosecution. Anyone attempting to enter the Superdome with a counterfeit or stolen ticket
will be refused admission.
WHAT YOU CAN CARRY INTO THE SUPERDOME
Handbags, binoculars, and small hand-held signs (no
sticks) are permitted for most events. No need for seat cushions—all seating is
comfortable.
CAMERAS
Hand-held still cameras (no tripods)are permitted for
most events; video cameras are not. If in doubt, contact the Superdome ticket office
(587-3800) in advance.
WHAT YOU CANNOT CARRY INTO THE SUPERDOME
Cans, bottles, containers of any kinds,
weapons, missiles, fireworks and contraband are all prohibited.
FIRST AID
The Superdome’s First Aid Station is
located behind Section 135 on the Plaza Level. Contact an usher or security guard if you
need assistance.
LOST AND FOUND
Please contact an usher or Guest Services Desk
during the event. To learn if an item has been recovered, call 587-3900 the day after the
event.
BABY CHANGING STATIONS
Baby Changing Stations are provided in the
rest rooms at Plaza sections 105 and 123, Loge (Club) sections 207 and 249, and Terrace
sections 504 and 534.
DESIGNATED DRIVER
The Superdome has a designated driver program.
If you need assistance or if you would like to volunteer as a driver an receive a
complimentary soft drink, the Designated Driver booths are located at Gates C and G on the
Plaza Level.
IN GARAGE ROAD SERVICE
If you have a dead battery or another problem,
contact the Superdome Parking Office at the East end of the VIP Reserved Lot at Gate A or
call 587-3805.
SOUVENIRS
The Superdome Gift Shop, located at Gate A,
Plaza Level, has a variety of souvenirs and specialty items. The Gift Shop is open during
most events and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week.
TOURS
A new high tech behind-the-scenes tour of the
Superdome is conducted daily during non-event times, beginning hourly from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m. Call 587-3808 for information.
TELL US
We welcome your comments about our services
and all other aspects of the Superdome. Ask your usher or stop at a Guest Services Desk
and pick up a "TELL US" customer response form.
FOR OUR DISABLED GUESTS
The Superdome has excellent facilities for the disabled. IF YOU NEED SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS
FOR PARKING, ACCESS AND/OR SEATING IT IS VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU CONTACT THE TICKET OFFICE
(587-3800) BEFORE YOU PURCHASE YOUR TICKET.
SEATING
Arrangements vary with different events.
Please call in advance. If you are already in attendance and have any problem with your
seat, contact an usher or go to one of the Guest Services Desks.
ACCESS RAMPS
Ramps are located at Plaza sections 106, 122,
136 and 149.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located behind Plaza sections
105, 108, 120, 123, 137 and 148; Loge (Club) Sections 207 and 249; Terrace sections 504
and 534.
PARKING
Call 587-3805 in advance for information.
HEARING IMPAIRED
Phonic ear rentals are available at Guest
Service Desks. A TDD/volume control telephone is located behind Plaza section 155. |
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Superdome Fact Sheet
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Created by law - November 8, 1966
Louisiana Constitutional Amendment
Construction began - August 11, 1971
Superdome opened - August 3, 1975
HOME OF THE.....
(Major Sports Events)
...New Orleans Saints (NFL Football).
...NOKIA Sugar Bowl Football & Basketball
Classics.
...Tulane University (NCAA Division I Football
& Basketball)
...Bayou Classic Football (Grambling State and
Southern University).
...Super Bowl XII(1978), XV(1981), XX(1986),
XXIV(1990) & XXXI(1997).
...NCAA Basketball Final Four (1982, 1987,
1993).
...NCAA Basketball, Division I Regionals
(1981, 1990, 1999).
...Gatorade Superdome Classic (LHSAA Football
Championships).
...Winn-Dixie Showdown Baseball Tournament
(College Baseball).
...Winn-Dixie Pro Rodeo Classic
AND THE.....
(Annual Superdome Events)
...Endymion Extravaganza Mardi Gras Parade and
Party
...New Orleans Boat & Sport Fishing Show
...Louisiana Sportsmen Show
...New Orleans Home & Garden Show
...New Orleans Auto Show
...U. S. Hot Rod Assn. Grand Slam Motor Jam
...Walt Disney World on Ice
...Pepsi Super Fair
...Kids Fair & Expo
...Essence Music Festival
...Ringling Bros./Barnum & Bailey Circus
...Times-Picayune Doll & Toy Fund
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SUPERDOME
SUPERLATIVES..........................................
>world's largest steel-constructed room unobstructed by
posts.
>first privately-managed, publicly-owned
arena.
>more Super Bowls than any other facility;
five, including Super Bowl XXXI in 1997.
>87,500 for the Rolling Stones 1981
concert, still the world record for an indoor concert.
>site of 1988 Republican National
Convention where George Bush was nominated president.
>national record for basketball attendance
at the NCAA Final Four (64,659 in 1987) and for regular season (68,112 in 1990).
>Pope John Paul II addressed 80,000 school
children in September, 1987.
>first full-sized carnival inside a domed
stadium in 1986 at the Indoor SuperFair, now an annual event.
SUPERDOME
STATISTICS............................................
Total Land Area: (building, garages, and grounds) - 52
acres.
Height: 273 feet (82.3 meters).
Diameter of Dome: 680 feet (210 meters).
Area of Roof: 9.7 acres.
Interior Space: 125,000,000 cubic feet.
Total square footage: 269,000 sq. ft. (82,342
sq. meters).
Main Arena: 166,180 sq. ft. (50,685 sq.
meters).
Convention Concourse: 27,084 sq. ft. (8,261
sq. meters).
Concrete: 169,000 cubic yards (131,820 cubic
meters).
Structural Steel: 20,000 tons (18,200 metric
tons).
Air Conditioning: 9,000 tons (8,190 metric
tons).
Convention/Meeting Rooms: 52, consisting of 4
main ballrooms, each divisible into 6 separate rooms; 28 reception rooms.
Rest rooms: 102.
Private Box Suites: 137.
Parking Capacity: 5,000 cars & 250 buses.
Air Conditioning: 9,000 tons.
Lighting: 19,507 fixtures utilizing 27,869
lamps.
Video System: 2 SuperVision panels, each
28'7"x 36'3".
Scoreboards: 4 message/scoreboards, each 8'x
88'; 2 out-of-town scoreboards, each 4.5'x 46'.
Electrical Wiring: 400 miles (640 kilometers),
including fiber optic lines.
Anodized Aluminum Siding: more than 550,000
sq. ft.
Escalators: 32.
Elevators 10, plus one freight.
Maximum Seating Capacity: football 72,675;
expanded football 76,791; arena concerts 24,500; basketball 64,659; baseball 63,525;
festival concerts 87,500.
Press Seating: 334 (football & baseball
press boxes, and 11 broadcast/spotting booths).
Artificial Turf: 81,120 sq. ft., 26 panels for
football; 127,520 sq. ft., 80 panels for baseball.
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