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Parking, bag policy, transit and history are on the main TD Garden guide.
The TD Garden chart in brief
TD Garden stacks its seating on numbered building levels rather than calling them the 100 and 200 levels. The lower bowl is the Loge on Level 4, the club seats and suites sit on Level 5, and the upper bowl is the Balcony on Level 7. For a Bruins or Celtics game, center Loge seats a dozen or more rows up are the best all-around view, and the first rows of the center Balcony are the best value.
- Loge (Level 4): sections numbered from 1 into the low 20s, starting just behind the courtside and glass rows.
- Club and suites (Level 5): the premium level, with club seats and suites.
- Balcony (Level 7): sections 301 to 330, a numbering two seating guides agree on.
- Promenade: standing-room areas behind the Balcony, sold for some events.
- Rafters (Level 9): a premium area at the top of the building, according to the arena's A to Z guide.
The arena's level names come from its own guide; the Loge and Balcony section numbers come from seating guides, so confirm the side of the rink or court on your listing's map.
Loge sections and the lettered rows at the ends
The Loge is where row numbers mislead first-time buyers most often. Two seating guides agree that the Loge sections at the ends of the arena add lettered rows in front of the numbered rows, and that those end sections run back to about row 26. They differ on the last letter: one lists rows A through J, the other A through M. Either way, row 1 in an end section is not the front row; it sits behind the lettered block.
- End sections: lettered rows first, then numbered rows. A seat in row C is closer than a seat in row 1.
- Sideline sections: most start with numbered rows directly behind the courtside or glass seats.
- Seat numbers: two guides agree that lower seat numbers sit on the right side of a section as you face the ice or court, so seat 1 is on the right-hand aisle.
For hockey, the low lettered rows at the ends put the glass and the netting directly in front of you, which feels close but makes the far end of the rink hard to follow. Rows higher in the same section see over the glass.
Club seats and Level 5 premium areas
The club seats sit at the back of the lower bowl on both sides of the arena, with padded seats, in-seat service and access to a members' lounge at Bruins and Celtics games. Because they sit high in the Loge, they look down on the full rink or court rather than across it, which is one reason they price above Loge seats a few rows lower.
As of 2026, the arena's A to Z guide lists these premium spaces:
- Society Suites, the private suites on the premium level.
- Club Seating, the club seats at the back of the Loge.
- Cross Insurance Boardroom, a named premium space.
- Heineken Star Club, a named premium space.
- Ford SportsDeck, a named premium space.
Sponsor names change. A resale listing should say what lounge or food access is included; if it does not, assume the seat is sold without it.
Balcony sections 301 to 330
The Balcony is steep and stacked directly over the Loge rather than set far back, which is why its front rows work so well. From the first rows at center ice or center court you look straight down on the play, with the whole surface in view.
- Center Balcony: the sideline sections in the middle of each side, the strongest value in the building for both sports.
- Corner Balcony: fine for hockey, where the diagonal still shows the full rink; weaker for basketball.
- End Balcony: the most distant seats, especially in the top rows.
- Promenade standing room: behind the Balcony, sold for some events; good for a lower-cost way into a big game if you are fine on your feet.
Rows in the upper Balcony are steep, so allow extra time with children or anyone unsteady on stairs, and favor a low row near an aisle.
Hockey versus basketball: how the best seat moves
Bruins games
Hockey rewards height. Center-ice Loge seats around the middle of the section and the club seats behind them are the top choices, because they show the whole sheet and the far boards. Two seating guides place the end where the Bruins shoot twice at the end around Loge section 6, so the Loge and Balcony sections at that end see two periods of the home team on the attack. Glass seats at the boards are a distinct experience: close to the hitting, poor for following the puck at the other end.
Celtics games
Basketball rewards proximity. Sideline Loge seats near center court are the best views, and corners in the Loge are better value for basketball than for hockey, since the court is smaller than the rink. Baseline Loge seats behind the baskets are close but show one half of the floor well and the other half poorly.
For both sports
A front-row center Balcony seat usually beats a high Loge seat behind a goal or basket, and it typically costs less.
Concert layouts at the Garden
For an end-stage concert, the stage takes one end of the floor and the sections behind it close or sell as limited view. Seating guides describe the end-stage view from the opposite end as head-on, which suits fans who want the full production straight ahead rather than close to the stage.
- Floor: reserved or general admission depending on the tour, on a flat surface where the view depends on the crowd ahead.
- Side Loge near the stage: a raised, angled view that many fans prefer to the rear floor.
- Club seats nearest the stage: a premium side view with a seat to come back to.
- Balcony sides: a full view of the stage and the lighting rig at a lower price.
For in-the-round shows, the sideline sections in every level face the stage and become the best seats. The arena's guide states that guests may stand when most of the audience is standing, but not on seats, so expect a standing crowd in front of you at many concerts.
Accessible seating at TD Garden
The arena states that it offers accessible seating on each level, and that wheelchair locations with companion seats are dispersed both vertically and horizontally across the building in numerous price ranges. Locations vary by event. Seating guides add that accessible rows are typically at the top of most sections, at the concourse.
- Buying: state your needs when buying, or call the arena's ADA line at 617-624-1750 during event hours.
- Email: [email protected] handles accommodation requests.
- Escorts: pre-arranged wheelchair escorts must be requested 72 hours before the event.
Check the TD Garden A to Z guide for current details. On the resale market, buy only listings explicitly marked as wheelchair or accessible seating; every order here carries a 100% guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best seats at TD Garden for a Bruins game?
Center-ice Loge seats a dozen or more rows up, and the club seats behind them, show the full rink. For value, the first rows of the center Balcony look straight down on the ice.
How many rows are in a TD Garden Loge section?
It depends on the section. Two seating guides agree that the end Loge sections add lettered rows in front of row 1 and run back to about row 26, while most sideline sections start with numbered rows.
Which end do the Bruins shoot twice at TD Garden?
Two seating guides place the Bruins' attack-twice end at the end of the arena around Loge section 6. The teams do not publish this, so treat it as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.
Are there obstructed views at TD Garden?
Low lettered rows at the Loge ends sit behind the glass and netting for hockey, and seats beside or behind the stage are limited view for concerts. The Balcony is steep, which helps sightlines, but its top rows are far from the action.
Where is accessible seating at TD Garden?
The arena offers wheelchair locations with companion seats on each level and across price ranges, with locations varying by event. Call the ADA line at 617-624-1750 or email [email protected].
What do club seats at TD Garden include?
Club seats sit at the back of the lower bowl on both sides and include padded seats, in-seat service and lounge access at Bruins and Celtics games. Inclusions can differ for other events, so check the listing.