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Clover Park, Port St. Lucie. Fly into PBI.
Build the questWhat we know about Clover Park
Where visiting fans stay
From a specialist guide- St. Lucie West. 5 min by drive. The closest hotels and restaurants to the ballpark, including a Holiday Inn Express.
- PGA Village. 5 min by drive. A golf resort area just west of the ballpark with the Sheraton PGA Vacation Resort and 54 holes at PGA Golf Club.
- Tradition. 12 min by drive. A newer town center south of the ballpark with a Courtyard by Marriott and more restaurants.
- Stuart and Jensen Beach. 30 min by drive. Beach towns to the south. Pick these for the ocean, and drive in for the game.
Around the stadium
From a specialist guideGetting in from the airport
From a specialist guideGetting to the stadium
Checked at the sourceGetting in
Checked at the source- Bag policy: No bags. The only exceptions are medical bags, diaper bags, and a small clutch, purse or fanny pack up to 5 x 9 inches.
- Cashless: Clover Park is cashless, including parking. Cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay only. You can trade cash for a gift card in $20 steps at the Fan Shop.
After the final whistle
From a specialist guideOne thing to avoid
From a specialist guideBars near the stadium
Checked at the sourceCorona Beach House
Clover Park, 31 Piazza Dr, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
An outfield bar inside Clover Park with Corona, Modelo, Pacifico and other beers. During some early workout days it opens so fans can watch practice from inside the stadium.
Away fans: inside a Mets ballpark, so expect a mostly Mets crowd that is used to visiting fans.
Vine & BarleyBefore or after
1680 SW St Lucie West Blvd #101, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
A women-owned lounge with wine and beer on tap and small bites. It sits in the St.
Away fans: a small neighborhood wine and beer lounge, not a team bar. Any colors are fine.
Tutto FrescoBefore or after
9501 Reserve Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986
An Italian and steak restaurant open for lunch and dinner near PGA Village. Book ahead on weekends in March.
Away fans: an upscale restaurant, not a team bar. Good for a sit-down dinner after a day game.
Sidequests in Port St. Lucie
Listed in the order they happen. Each one earns points.
- Outing65 points
Run the Swing into Spring Training 5K
In 2026 the Mets held a 5K on the morning of the first home game, starting near the main gate, running through the practice fields and finishing at home plate. Check stluciemets.com for the 2027 date.
$$. 5 hours 10 minutes before kickoff
- Ritual65 points
Watch a Mets open workout
Workouts are open to the public every day of spring, starting at 9:30am, on the practice fields behind left field. On non-game days entry and parking are free, and you can stay until the players leave the field.
Free. 3 hours 40 minutes before kickoff
- Ritual50 points
Buy a batting practice pass
In 2026 the Mets sold batting practice passes for $75, limited to the first 75 fans, and early entry passes for $25. Both let you in 2 hours 30 minutes before first pitch.
$$$. 2 hours 30 minutes before kickoff
- Landmark40 points
See the 9/11 memorial
A memorial sculpture in front of the ballpark holds a piece of steel from the World Trade Center. It also honors three former Mets employees who died in the attack.
Free. 1 hour 40 minutes before kickoff
- Photo25 points
Find the bobblehead wall
More than 850 bobbleheads of Mets players, broadcasters and managers line a display on the concourse. Stop by before you find your seat.
Free. 1 hour 20 minutes before kickoff
- Photo30 points
Spread out on The Hill
The grass berm beyond the right field wall, added in 2004, is the cheapest way into a game and a good spot for families. Bring a blanket and arrive early on weekends.
$. 1 hour before kickoff
- Eat40 points
Taco in a Helmet
A longtime Clover Park favorite: ground beef or chicken taco fixings served in a mini batting helmet. It is the signature ballpark food here.
$. 30 minutes before kickoff
- Outing50 points
Play a round at PGA Golf Club
PGA Village, just west of the ballpark, has 54 holes designed by Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. Book a morning tee time on a day the Mets are on the road.
$$$
- Outing30 points
Walk the Port St. Lucie Botanical Gardens
A public garden about 7 miles southeast of the ballpark. Adult admission is $5, and it is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm and Sunday noon to 4pm.
$
- Drink30 points
Drinks at Vine & Barley
A small wine and beer lounge a mile south of the ballpark. It is a calm place to wait out the traffic after a day game.
$$. 3 hours 20 minutes after kickoff
Seats and views
Where each part of Clover Park sits, and what you see from it.
Fans post the view from their seats, section by section. See the views at Clover Park