Whether if you’ve never been to a Miami Marlins game, it’s easy to wonder whether it’s worth adding to a Miami trip. Honestly, you don’t need to be a serious baseball fan to enjoy it.

A game at loanDepot park gives you a few hours to slow down, grab some ballpark food, watch some baseball and take in the atmosphere. It also fits surprisingly easily into a Miami itinerary — you can spend the day exploring the city and make the game your evening plan.

The Game Is Only Part of It

Once you’re inside, you’ll quickly realize that watching the game isn’t the only thing going on.

There are food and drink options around the park, team merchandise to browse, promotions on selected game days and the general energy that comes with a live baseball crowd. The Marlins‘ ticket site also highlights theme games, heritage celebrations and giveaways throughout the season, so it’s worth checking what’s planned before choosing your date.

If you’re traveling with family or friends, those extras can make the experience feel much more like an event than simply sitting down for a baseball game.

Get Your Tickets Ready Before You Go

The Marlins use the MLB Ballpark app for mobile ticketing, and the app also provides mobile check-in along with updates about special offers and rewards. Having your tickets ready on your phone before you arrive is one less thing to deal with once you’re at the stadium.

For a first visit, I’d also take a quick look at the stadium map before buying. You don’t necessarily need the most expensive seat to enjoy the game. Think about whether you care more about being close to the field, having a broader view of the action or simply finding a ticket that fits comfortably into your Miami budget.

Make It a Miami Night

This is probably the easiest way to enjoy a Marlins game.

Don’t treat it like an appointment you have to rush to. Spend the afternoon around Miami, have dinner or a drink, then head to loanDepot park for the game.

And if you’re choosing between several dates, check the promotions first. A giveaway, theme night or special event can give you a reason to pick one game over another.

You may arrive because you wanted to see the Marlins. By the end of the night, the stadium atmosphere, the food and everything happening around the game may be what you remember most.