Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden

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One of the most famous arenas in the world, Madison Square Garden has been host to countless iconic sporting and musical events. Located in Midtown Manhattan, MSG is an icon of the city, and of entertainment and sports around the world.

History of Madison Square Garden

The current Madison Square Garden was inaugurated in 1968, although the fourth rendition of the venue, with the original having opened in 1879 in a different location.

The arena covers an area of about 818,000 square feet (76,000 square meters) and has a capacity of up to 20,789 spectators, depending on the event.

Located next to Penn Station in Manhattan, makes it easily accessible by public transport and places it right in the heart of New York City.

Sporting Events at Madison Square Garden

Madison Square Garden is home to the NBA’s New York Knicks as well as the NHL’s New York Rangers, and regularly hosts top level games. MSG also frequently hosts the biggest boxing and UFC events. Famously, this legendary arena hosted the 'Fight of the Century' between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in 1971.

To attend an event at MSG, you need to book tickets well in advance of the event you wish to see. Civitatis offers guided tours of the venue as well as tickets to see NBA games in New York.

The Best Concerts in New York

The arena has also been the stage for historic concerts. Artists such as Elvis Presley, John Lennon, Lady Gaga, Madonna, U2, and Taylor Swift have performed here, leaving their mark on the history of music and on the city of New York itself. John Lennon

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