The Top 10 Most Iconic NFL Stadiums Around The Country

Sep 15, 2013; Indianapolis, IN, USA; General view of Lucas Oil Stadium during the third quarter during an NFL game between the Miami Dolphins and Indianapolis Colts. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports

6. Gillette Stadium – Foxboro:

The Patriots’ stadium has seen a plethora of high-profile playoff games in the Tom Brady era. The stadium is known for the occasional aesthetically pleasing snow storms, at least on television that is. But its the 130 foot replica lighthouse that Gillette is most famously known for. As far as iconic features go, the lighthouse at Foxboro is up there with the best of them.

The stadium has hosted many large soccer games including international contests. It has also seen college football games played on its turf. Foxboro, is a small town and that makes the stadium’s existence even more interesting (fun fact: Foxborough is the town’s official spelling). On game day one can take the train up from Boston to the game.

Date Opened: 2002

5. Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis:

The Colt’s massive venue is one of the newest and most extravagant venues in the NFL. It’s huge retractable roof can open or shut in a matter of minutes and it sits impressively in downtown Indianapolis. Within a few minutes of walking are an endless amount of restaurants, bars, clubs, hotels, parks, and storefronts.

The house that Peyton Manning build has already hosted a Super Bowl, a week that many consider the best Super Bowl week of all-time. On top of that it has hosted a Final Four (and is again this year) and annually hosts the Big Ten Conference Championship Game. Its size and view of downtown via its massive windows make for a truly remarkable experience. As far as new venues go it is quite iconic.

Date Opened: 2008