1. The Banks DORA District: Grab a DORA open-container cup at any riverfront bar along The Banks and enjoy the street party between the river and the downtown skyline.
2. Kentucky Parking Hack: Avoid downtown Cincinnati gridlock by parking in Covington, KY and taking the scenic 10-minute stroll across the historic Roebling Suspension Bridge.
Overlooking the Ohio River and named in honor of franchise founder Paul Brown, Paycor Stadium (affectionately christened "The Jungle") is one of football’s most architectural open-air bowls. Featuring sleek, cantilevered steel superstructures that frame sweeping views of the downtown high-rises and the bridges spanning into Kentucky, game days here pulse with pure Queen City pride.
Paycor Stadium Seating Levels & Recommended Gate Access
| Level / Section | Best Sightlines | Recommended Gate | Atmosphere & Views |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bowl (100 Level) ⭐ | Sections 108-112 & 138-142 (Midfield) | Gate B or Gate C | Sections 138-142 behind Bengals sideline with direct views of the Downtown skyline |
| Club Level (200 Level) | Sections 206-214 & 236-244 | East or West Club Entry | Climate-controlled riverfront lounges, upscale dining, private restrooms, wider seats |
| Canopy Level (300 Level) | Sections 308-312 & 338-342 | Gate A or Gate D | Upper rows sheltered by steel canopy roof, protecting fans from rain and late-season snow |
| The Ruler of the Jungle North Deck | Sections 150-160 | North Gate | High-energy endzone section; location of the pregame throne ceremony |
The Banks: America’s Greatest NFL Street Party
Paycor Stadium boasts the most seamless pre-game entertainment zone in the Midwest: The Banks. Located directly outside the stadium's east gates along Freedom Way, this multi-block zone is an official open-container district.
Fans can purchase drinks in designated DORA cups from popular spots like Moerlein Lager House, Holy Grail Tavern, and Tin Roof, and freely stroll through pedestrianized streets listening to live rock bands and joining thousands of fans in the thunderous "Who Dey" chant.
Crossing the Roebling Suspension Bridge
A cherished Cincinnati game day ritual is walking across the John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge. Completed in 1866 as the prototype for the Brooklyn Bridge, this historic blue suspension bridge connects Covington, Kentucky directly to the southern gates of Paycor Stadium.
Many visitors park in the riverfront garages in Covington or Newport for half the price of downtown Cincinnati lots, enjoy brunch at Northern Kentucky taverns, and take the 10-minute pedestrian stroll over the Ohio River.
Queen City Concessions: Skyline Chili & Goetta
Concessions at Paycor Stadium celebrate unique regional culinary specialties:
- Skyline Cheese Coneys: Steamed buns with a specially seasoned all-beef hot dog, smothered in Cincinnati-style cinnamon-and-allspice meat chili, mustard, onions, and buried beneath a golden mountain of freshly shredded cheddar cheese.
- Skyline 3-Way: Steaming spaghetti topped with secret-recipe chili and a mound of shredded cheese.
- Montgomery Inn Barbecue: Classic pulled pork and smoked rib sandwiches tossed in famous sweet Cincinnati barbecue sauce.