Staples Center
Staples Center
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Neighbourhood: Downtown
Downtown Los Angeles is a busy metropolis of towering buildings, bustling streets, and industrial warehouses. There is a distinct multiplicity of cultures here with a growing influx of business professionals and hipsters. Many call the evolution of Downtown over recent years gentrification. New lofts, bars, hotels and restaurants are popping up regularly. Downtown is home to some of the very best restaurants in the city leading the LA foodie scene, plus it is the location of cultural and sports venues including the Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Staples Center, and the Coliseum at the University of Southern California.
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  • Pico • 4 min walk
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  • krogersku
    Johnston, Iowa578 contributions
    Lebron and LaMelo
    We had a great time at the Lakers-Hornets game. Took an Uber from Disneyland, cost was about $45 each way. Was definitely worth it to avoid messing around with parking. We had seats in section 103, great views of the game and scoreboard. Purchased tickets through Ticketmaster, fees were high but was very convenient. Seeing Lebron James and LaMelo Ball play was the highlight of our trip for my son.
    Visited December 2022
    Travelled with family
    Written 27 December 2022
  • elizabethlascheid
    Los Angeles, California4,818 contributions
    Pretty Good Place to see a concert.
    The Crypto,com Arena used to be Staples Center. Nothing has changed but the name. If you are going to basketball or hockey it is great place to see such sports. If you are going to a concert it is above average and so much better than the huge stadiums that are just awful. The sound system is very good for a concert. It holds thousands of people so it is going to be crowded. They have top acts there and many of them sell out very fast. The staff is very nice and can help you. They have a no bag policy and you get a special line if you do that. If you bring a clear plastic bag they will let you in, you will just be in another line which is longer. I suggest you get there early. Parking is a bear in that you will be walking up to a block if you are not there very early. They have parking, but some of it is around the block. The parking people seem confused and are not much help. The food there is above average, all the junk food you may want. They also have a bar on every floor. The seats are a little small and plastic so they are not the most comfortable, but they are fine. Use the restroom before you get there or as soon as you get there. There are not enough, especially for women, and the line is long. We have been there for many events. I do like it and I think you will as well.
    Visited September 2022
    Written 1 January 2023
  • Kay R
    Essex, United Kingdom200 contributions
    Great to watch The Lakers
    I booked same-day tickets last minutes to take my daughter to watch The LA Lakers during our stay in Los Angeles. Neither of us are familiar with basketball as a sport but we wanted to go for the experience. The followers are so passionate and it was great fun to watch!
    Visited November 2022
    Written 7 January 2023
  • Mike M
    94 contributions
    Great Time
    Travelled to So Cal to watch a few hockey game in late November. Caught the Kraken/Kings game here. This arena is so big that it's a bit overwhelming. It's gigantic. Nonetheless parking was easy (though it's about a 10 minute walk from the arena), there was a lot of room, and it was easy to get around. Fans were great and we had a good time. Would like to come back someday.
    Visited November 2022
    Written 26 January 2023
  • davidrlumley
    Montecito, California6 contributions
    Go for the game, skip the food.
    Service good, food poor and extremely overpriced in suites. No real choices for healthy food. They need complete redo of offerings and pricing. Same for suite level bar access. Overwhelming demand, few bartenders.
    Visited January 2023
    Written 7 April 2023
  • Shalonda J Funny
    Jacksonville, Florida44 contributions
    Crypto Arena
    I attended the Lakers and Golden State game. The arena was nice, the event was very organized for there being 18,000 people in attendance, and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I also loved the statues of the legends outfront. It was beautiful. I wish there was one of Kobe Bryant.
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 8 May 2023
  • Erina
    198 contributions
    Staple Center (Crypto Arena)
    Been here for quite a few events, especially NBA games. There isn't a bad seat in the house, even the nosebleeds which we usually sit at to save money. Its clean and the staff is always helping, especially when you need help finding your seats. For a special work event, we stayed in one of their suites and had a great time. Even though we were in a special room, we still felt part of the game. To top of the suite stay, the dessert cart was brought in and we were in heaven. There's a ton of parking outside if you don't want to park in the arena parking. I've heard that you can even take the train here, which I've yet to do since we usually just drive.
    Visited August 2022
    Written 16 July 2023
  • Neo
    7 contributions
    Sport
    The Staokes Center is a massive arena that can hold over 18000people, and it's home to several professional sports teams, including the Lakers, Clippers, and Kings. The atmosphere inside the arena was electric, with fans cheering and chanting throughout the game. As for the game itself, it was exhilarating to watch two of the best teams in the NBA face off against each other. The players were incredibly skilled, executing impressive moves and scoring baskets left an right. It was definitely one of the most exciting sporting events I've ever attended. Overall, I absolutely loved the Staples Center. The energy in the arena was contagious, and being surrounded by so many passionate sports fans was an amazing experience. I would love to go back someday and watch another game there
    Visited September 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 6 September 2023
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Heke-AC
55 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
Everything run smoothly, most of the employees were very supportive and helpfully, the show is amazing... And Lakers won!
Arrive with anticipation to avoid the congestion by the crowd, in the streets and within the arena.
Written 2 November 2023
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Gigi A
7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
Awesome time, parking was easy, and staff was friendly. Front row seats is a must have. The lines can be long so come early
Written 27 October 2023
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Neo
7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
The Staokes Center is a massive arena that can hold over 18000people, and it's home to several professional sports teams, including the Lakers, Clippers, and Kings. The atmosphere inside the arena was electric, with fans cheering and chanting throughout the game.
As for the game itself, it was exhilarating to watch two of the best teams in the NBA face off against each other. The players were incredibly skilled, executing impressive moves and scoring baskets left an right. It was definitely one of the most exciting sporting events I've ever attended.
Overall, I absolutely loved the Staples Center. The energy in the arena was contagious, and being surrounded by so many passionate sports fans was an amazing experience. I would love to go back someday and watch another game there
Written 6 September 2023
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female_abroad
Vancouver, Canada164 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Went here decked out in our Canucks jerseys for a Canucks vs Kings game. Everyone was super friendly, even when we were teasing each other. Pregame there was a beer garden with a few contests. Inside there was an issue with us buying beer as our Canadian ID & Passports were not "valid" until we pointed out to the staff how to read them, then a supervisor just got annoyed and gave us the beer. Our seats were in the nose bleeds and the seats are super steep so the more you drink, the more precarious that gets! Couple surprising things - 1. we were rocking the classic (1990s) Canucks jersey's and even got a few compliments from locals that knew what it was 2. the give away was for a trip to Alberta. BC has nothing to do with Alberta...
Written 7 August 2023
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Erina
198 contributions
Aug 2022
Been here for quite a few events, especially NBA games. There isn't a bad seat in the house, even the nosebleeds which we usually sit at to save money. Its clean and the staff is always helping, especially when you need help finding your seats. For a special work event, we stayed in one of their suites and had a great time. Even though we were in a special room, we still felt part of the game. To top of the suite stay, the dessert cart was brought in and we were in heaven. There's a ton of parking outside if you don't want to park in the arena parking. I've heard that you can even take the train here, which I've yet to do since we usually just drive.
Written 16 July 2023
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phvi2617
Anaheim, CA509 contributions
Apr 2023
I love that Tripadvisor still has this listed as "Staples Center," which is how most of us in SoCal still refer to it. I've come here for Lakers and Kings games several times over the years, and most recently came for a Kings playoff hockey game. Even though it's over 20 years old, it's still a great venue.

Security and traffic flow inside are very good. There are many parking lots around the area, but it's very easy and much cheaper to just take the Metro to the Pico Station. From there, it's an easy and safe 5-minute walk. Be sure to also check out the north side of the arena where all the statues are located.
Written 19 June 2023
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Maia LAKERS
2 contributions
Apr 2023
Fun night, impressive venue. Went for the series Kings-Oilers.
Food everywhere, great selection. Expensive beer. Music resounding with nasty KPOP.

GO KINGS GO LAKERS!!
Written 24 May 2023
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Shalonda J Funny
Jacksonville, FL44 contributions
May 2023 • Family
I attended the Lakers and Golden State game. The arena was nice, the event was very organized for there being 18,000 people in attendance, and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I also loved the statues of the legends outfront. It was beautiful. I wish there was one of Kobe Bryant.
Written 8 May 2023
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davidrlumley
Montecito, CA6 contributions
Jan 2023
Service good, food poor and extremely overpriced in suites. No real choices for healthy food. They need complete redo of offerings and pricing. Same for suite level bar access. Overwhelming demand, few bartenders.
Written 7 April 2023
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Sam
Washington DC, DC12,008 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
Dream come true. Lakers home game. W on a Sunday afternoon. Loved the fans and the atmosphere. I had so much fun! Will come back
Written 20 March 2023
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