Game Day and Beyond

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Los Angeles Kings

Venue and travel guide

Venue and location

Address

1111 S. Figueroa Street

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City

Los Angeles

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State

CA

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Venue name

Crypto.com Arena

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Zip code

90015

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Parking

Cheapest

Privately owned lots within a 7–10 minute walk are typically the most affordable; rates vary by operator. Third-party apps (SpotHero, ParkWhiz, BestParking) often list discounted pre-booked spots

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Guide url

cryptoarena.com/plan-your-visit/getting-here (NHL guide: nhl.com/kings/arena/parking)

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Accessible parking

Designated accessible and van-accessible spaces for vehicles with a valid state-issued disability placard/plate; first come, first served. Parking Services (213) 765-6815

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Hours

Lot W (West Garage) and Lot E (East Garage) open 6 AM–2 AM daily (holiday hours vary). Lots 1 and C open 2.5 hours before events; other lots open 90 minutes before and stay staffed 60 minutes after

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Overnight

Not permitted — no overnight parking or in-and-out privileges

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Payment

Cashless venue — credit/debit and mobile/contactless payments. Prepaid parking via AXS.com and the Box Offices

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Premium

SW VIP lot and premium/season parking packages available (Lot 1, 900 Chick Hearn Court)

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Prepaid

Available through Crypto.com Arena/Peacock (Microsoft) Theater Box Offices and online at AXS.com

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Prices

West/East Garage timed: $10 first 2 hours, $15 each additional half-hour ($40 daily max). Event flat rate (Lot W, Gate B) $10–$50 plus city tax depending on event. Generally $10–$40 plus tax

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Overview

Crypto.com Arena offers multiple parking options in the L.A. Live complex including Lot W (West Garage), Lot 1, and Lot C. Pre-paid parking strongly recommended through the arena website. Event rates range from $25-$50. ADA parking in all official lots.

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Public transport

Metro Rail (A/E Lines at Pico Station, B/D Lines at 7th St/Metro Center), Metro Bus, LADOT DASH, Metrolink, and Amtrak all serve the area

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Tailgating

N/A — indoor arena; tailgating is expressly prohibited in all L.A. LIVE and Crypto.com Arena parking lots

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Towing

No Parking/Tow Away zones throughout the district; specifically Chick Hearn Court between L.A. Live Way and Figueroa. Violators ticketed and/or towed

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Traffic

Downtown LA freeways (10, 101, 110, 405) and surface streets around Figueroa/Chick Hearn Court congest heavily pre/post-event. Arena recommends Waze for real-time routing

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Types

Arena-owned garages and lots (Lot W/West Garage, Lot E/East Garage, Lot 1, Lot C, Lot 4, Lot 12, SW VIP), plus 10,000+ privately operated spaces within a 7–10 minute walk

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Rideshare

Accessibility

Accessible drop-off available in the designated white zones; Guest Services can assist with accessible pickup arrangements

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Distance

Both white zones are immediately adjacent to the arena/L.A. LIVE (roughly a 1–3 minute walk to entrances)

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Lyft dropoff

Same designated rideshare white zones (Chick Hearn Ct. / Figueroa St.)

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Lyft pickup

Same designated rideshare white zones (Chick Hearn Ct. / Figueroa St.)

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Other services

Taxis, private car/limo services, and airport shuttle operators serve the venue; oversized/limo vehicles require advance parking arrangements (213-765-6815)

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Peak notes

Demand and pricing surge after Kings games and concerts; the Figueroa and Chick Hearn zones get crowded

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Post game tips

Walking south toward the Los Angeles Convention Center before requesting a ride often reduces wait times and avoids congestion at the white zones

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Overview

Designated Uber and Lyft drop-off and pick-up zone located on Figueroa Street directly in front of the arena. A dedicated rideshare lot with numbered zones streamlines post-game pickup. Expect surge pricing; Metro Pico Station across the street is faster.

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Uber dropoff

Same designated white zones on Chick Hearn Ct. and Figueroa St

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Uber pickup

White zone on Chick Hearn Ct. (Eastbound) between L.A. Live Way and Georgia St., or white zone on Figueroa St. (Southbound) between 12th St. and Pico

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Wait area

The two posted white zones on Chick Hearn Ct. and Figueroa St.; LAPD enforces "No Stopping" signs throughout the district

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Public transportation

Airport connection

From LAX, take the Metro C Line to Willowbrook/Rosa Parks, transfer to the A Line to Pico Station (the LAX/Metro K Line connection serves this corridor)

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App

Metro Trip Planner (metro.net), TAP app, and third-party apps (Transit, Moovit, Google Maps)

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Best option

Metro A or E Line to Pico Station is the fastest/most direct rail option

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Bus routes

Metro Bus lines 28, 30, 81, 460 and the J Line stop near L.A. LIVE; LADOT DASH Route F has stops on Figueroa St. adjacent to the arena

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Fare

Metro uses the TAP card / TAP app (contactless); base fare about $1.75 per ride. Metrolink offers $10 weekend passes including free Metro connections

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Ferry

N/A — inland downtown venue, no ferry service

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Nearest station

Pico Station (Metro A and E Lines) — about a 2-minute walk; 7th St/Metro Center Station (A, B, D, E Lines) ~10-minute walk

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Overview

Metro A Line (Blue) and E Line (Expo): Pico Station is directly across Figueroa Street from the arena. Metro J Line (Silver) stops at Figueroa & Pico. Multiple Metro bus routes serve the area. Metro fare: $1.75. The arena is one of LA's best transit-connected venues.

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Rail lines

Metro A Line and E Line (Pico Station); B Line and D Line connect via 7th St/Metro Center

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Tips

Buy/load a TAP card before traveling; from North Hollywood/Mid-Wilshire use the B/D Line to 7th St/Metro Center and walk 4 blocks down Figueroa. Contact Metro at (323) GO-METRO

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Walking distance

~2 minutes from Pico Station (walk west one block on Pico, right on Figueroa, 2 blocks north)

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Shuttles

Notes

The arena promotes Metro Rail/Bus, DASH, and Metrolink rather than a dedicated team shuttle

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Overview

No dedicated shuttle service. The arena sits directly across from Metro Pico Station (A and E Lines) and is at the heart of the L.A. Live entertainment district.

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Bicycles

Overview

Metro Bike Share stations located at Figueroa & Pico and throughout L.A. Live. Bike racks available on the Star Plaza. Dedicated bike lanes on Figueroa Street.

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Rack locations

P1 level of the East Garage (Olympic Blvd. & Francisco St., racks to the left at the bottom of the ramp); and south side of the arena near the Los Angeles Convention Center at Gilbert Lindsay Plaza

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Secure

Racks only; bikes must be parked in the two designated areas — locks elsewhere will be cut without warning

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Share cost

Metro Bike Share 1-Ride pass about $1.75 per 30 minutes; purchasable via app, online, or kiosk

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Share distance

Adjacent (south side of arena at Gilbert Lindsay Plaza, walking distance)

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Share provider

Metro Bike Share

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Share station

Metro Bike Share station near the arena's south side at Gilbert Lindsay Plaza / Los Angeles Convention Center

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Tips

Use only the two designated bike-parking areas to avoid having locks cut; Metro Bike Share is available 24/7 across DTLA

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Accessibility

Accessible parking

Designated accessible and van-accessible spaces for vehicles with valid disability placards/plates; first come, first served (Parking Services 213-765-6815)

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Assistive listening

Assistive Listening Devices (ALD) available; signed performances offered at select concerts

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Contact

Guest Services at (213) 742-7326; cryptoarena.com/accessibility

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Dropoff

Accessible drop-off available in the designated rideshare white zones; Guest Services assists on request

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Fun fact

As a KultureCity-certified venue, the arena trains staff and provides sensory kits to make games accessible to guests with autism, PTSD, and other sensory sensitivities

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Overview

Crypto.com Arena is fully ADA-compliant. Accessible seating on all levels. All entrances are wheelchair accessible. Elevators serve every level. Assistive listening devices and sensory kits at Guest Services.

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Restrooms

ADA-accessible restrooms located throughout all concourse levels

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Sensory

KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive Venue — complimentary Sensory Bags and Weighted Lap Pads at Guest Services; Quiet Areas on the Main and Upper Concourses

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Service animals

Trained service animals (and service animals in training) permitted; must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times

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Wheelchair seating

Wheelchair-accessible seating in designated areas on all levels; guests may purchase up to three companion seats adjacent to the accessible seat. Complimentary wheelchair escorts available

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Food and vendors

Cashless

Yes — fully cashless; credit/debit and mobile payments only, with free Cash-to-Card kiosks available

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Craft beer

Multiple beer stands and bars throughout the concourses; Michelob Ultra is the arena's official beer partner, with craft and import selections available

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Fun fact

Acclaimed French chef Ludo Lefebvre expanded his arena footprint in 2024 with two new gourmet concession concepts, bringing French-inspired cuisine to NHL/NBA concessions

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Local

Wahoo's Fish Taco, Dirt Dog, Blaze Pizza, Wetzel's Pretzels, Salt & Char Burgers, and chef Ludo Lefebvre concepts (LuDo Bird, Ludobab, Trois Familia)

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Mobile ordering

Yes — mobile order via links and QR codes posted along the concourses for most concessions

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Notable stands

Ludo Lefebvre's Ludobab and Trois Familia stands (added 2024), LuDo Bird, Wahoo's, Dirt Dog, Salt & Char Burgers

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Outside food policy

Outside food and beverage is not permitted inside the arena

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Parking Apps Accepted

Prepaid parking via AXS.com; third-party apps SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and BestParking used for nearby lots

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Overview

Crypto.com Arena features a premium food and beverage program with LA-themed vendors, celebrity chef concepts, craft beer, and the iconic Staples Center feel. The Kings Team Store is on the main concourse.

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Signature food

Wahoo's fish tacos and chef Ludo Lefebvre's offerings (LuDo Bird, Ludobab, Trois Familia) are arena signatures

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Vegetarian

Wide variety of vegan and vegetarian options; several stands also offer kosher selections

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Venue history

Architect

NBBJ (lead designers Dan Meis and Ron Turner); 2022–2024 renovation/refresh led by MEIS architects

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Construction cost

Approximately $375 million (figures cited range from ~$375M total)

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Famous moments

Hosted Kings' Stanley Cup-clinching wins en route to 2012 and 2014 championships; numerous Lakers NBA Finals; 2000 Democratic National Convention; multiple GRAMMY Awards and All-Star Games

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Fun fact

When Staples Center opened in 1999 it was the first U.S. arena built to host two NBA teams (Lakers and Clippers) plus an NHL team; the Clippers left for the Intuit Dome in 2024

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Original capacity

~18,118 for hockey / ~19,000 for basketball at opening

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Original name

Staples Center (1999–2021; renamed Crypto.com Arena on December 25, 2021)

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Overview

Opened October 17, 1999 as Staples Center. The Kings won their first Stanley Cup in 2012 (ending a 45-year drought) and again in 2014, cementing a dynasty moment. Renamed Crypto.com Arena in 2021. The arena is one of the world's most famous venues, hosting multiple professional teams and iconic events.

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Renovations

Multi-year, multi-hundred-million-dollar "refresh" begun 2022 (concourses, City View Terrace, premium areas); new Daktronics center-hung scoreboard installed August 2024 for the venue's 25th anniversary

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Retired numbers

Kings retired numbers — 4 Rob Blake, 16 Marcel Dionne, 18 Dave Taylor, 20 Luc Robitaille, 23 Dustin Brown, 30 Rogie Vachon, 99 Wayne Gretzky, plus broadcaster Bob Miller honored. Banners include two Stanley Cup championships (2012, 2014) plus conference and division banners. Statues of Gretzky, Robitaille, and Brown stand at Star Plaza

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Venue details

Climate

Fully enclosed, climate-controlled indoor arena

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Elevation

Approximately 285 ft above sea level (downtown Los Angeles)

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Levels

Three main bowls — Lower Bowl (100 Level), Suite/Club levels (200), and Upper Bowl (300 Level); two-thirds of seating is in the lower bowl

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Premium

~160 luxury suites on three levels between the lower and upper bowls; ~2,500 club seats; premium areas include Lexus Club, Delta SKY360° Club, Hyde Lounge, and Champions Suite

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Overview

Hockey seating capacity: 18,230. Ice surface: 200 ft × 85 ft. The arena features a distinctive glass-and-steel exterior and anchors the L.A. Live entertainment district.

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Scoreboard

Daktronics center-hung scoreboard (installed Aug. 2024) — six-display, ~5,500 sq ft, 41.7 million pixels, 4K UHD; main canvas ~27 ft high by ~170.5 ft circumference with 3.9mm pixel pitch

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Shared tenants

NBA Los Angeles Lakers and WNBA Los Angeles Sparks (NBA Clippers departed for Intuit Dome in 2024)

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Surface

Standard NHL regulation ice sheet, 200 ft x 85 ft

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