Whether you’re a visiting Sox fan or a longtime Chicago local, you may already know that Guaranteed Rate Field replaced Old Comiskey Park, the previous home of the White Sox, in 1990. The new park features upgrades like an exploding scoreboard and flickering LED Lights—while recalling the sport’s historic presence in Chicago with its arched windows and murals decorating the interior concourses.
Home of the White Sox: A Brief History of Guaranteed Rate Field
Located at the corner of 35th Street and Shields Avenue, Old Comiskey Park was actually the second field used by the team. The Sox played at the 39th Street Grounds starting in 1900 when Charles Comiskey built a wooden grandstand on the site, and played there until Old Comiskey Park (originally known as White Sox Park) opened in 1910.
Guaranteed Rate Field has cycled through multiple names since opening in 1991. Originally dubbed New Comiskey Park, it was renamed U.S. Cellular Field in 2003 and Guaranteed Rate Field in 2016.
Attractions Near Guaranteed Rate Field: Restaurants, Landmarks, & More
Wondering what to do after taking in a White Sox game at Guaranteed Rate Field? Restaurants and must-see landmarks like Willis Tower and the Mag Mile are easy to reach via the CTA Red Line! Here’s what you can’t afford to miss the next time you head in for the ball game:
- Home Plate Club– No need to go far from Guaranteed Rate Field—this restaurant is actually located behind home plate! Perks for this specialty spot include open-air seating, flat-screen televisions, and early admittance into the park.
- Skydeck Chicago – If you really want to make the most of your time in “the Windy City,” don’t pass The Ledge at Willis Tower, Chicago’s tallest skyscraper. A great activity for families, Skydeck offers breathtaking views, dining, special events, and more—all from 1,353 feet in the air!
- Turtle’s Bar & Grill – A perennial favorite located just .3 miles from Guaranteed Rate Field, Turtle’s offers from-scratch bar and pub food and premium drinks—the perfect pre-game (or post-game) spot.
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Rate Field is a Major League Baseball stadium located on Chicago’s South Side and is home to the Chicago White Sox.
Yes. The stadium formerly known as Guaranteed Rate Field was renamed Rate Field after Guaranteed Rate rebranded as Rate.
Rate Field is located on Chicago’s South Side, near the Bridgeport neighborhood and just south of downtown Chicago.
The Chicago White Sox of Major League Baseball play their home games at Rate Field.
Visitors can explore restaurants, bars, neighborhoods and other Chicago attractions before or after a White Sox game. Downtown attractions are also easily accessible from the stadium.
Rate Field is only a few miles south of downtown Chicago and can be reached by public transportation, rideshare or car.
Yes. Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower is a popular downtown attraction that can easily be included in the same day as a visit to Rate Field.
The current stadium has had several names over the years, including U.S. Cellular Field and Guaranteed Rate Field. It opened in 1991 as the replacement for the original Comiskey Park.