How to See the U.S. Open Tennis Tournament

The U.S. Open Tennis Tournament is an exclusive tournament that takes place every August and September at USTA National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, New York. The games start at noon and are played in different courts and grounds until the evening. To be a part of the excitement, follow these steps to see the next U.S. Open Tennis Tournament.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. Plan a trip to New York. Purchase air or ground transportation and reserve a hotel well in advance. Determine your budget, as tickets to the exclusive matches are expensive.
2. Get the full tournament schedule and decide which matches you want to see. Schedules are available on the U.S. Open website or from your local news agency. Choose from the open practice days, qualifying tournaments and final matches.
3. Obtain a ground pass or a general pass, which are comparatively cheaper than the other tickets. There are special passes to see the matches at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. Purchase tickets well in advance of the matches from the stadium or Internet sports sponsors.
4. Secure a seat as close to the playing court as possible for the best view of the game. Ticket prices vary based on seat locations. The higher the seat, the cheaper the ticket, except in the case of the final matches.
5. Arrive at the venue before the tennis match starts and get seated comfortably. In selected open courts; spectators pick seats on a first come first serve basis. During the game you can leave the match and go to another court to see a different match.

Tips & Warnings

• If possible, buy refreshments outside the stadium to save money.
• Apply sunscreen, wear a hat and take an umbrella to protect yourself from the sun.