MLB's Best Ballpark Views

The boys of summer play at some of America's newest and most beautiful stadiums.

During the hottest months, fans plan vacations based on visiting the top ballparks that Major League Baseball has to offer.

From ocean views to national monuments, American League and National League facilities can be found from coast to coast.

Here are 10 of the best views, in no particular order, available to fans in various ballparks around the United States.

No. 1 AT&T Park

AT&T Park earned best sports facility of the year in 2008 by the Sports Business Journal.

Since 2000, the San Francisco Giants have called it home.

In the left field distance, the Bay Bridge can be seen. And don't forget the four-fingered mitt and Coca-Cola bottle.

In right field lies McCovey Cove, where there have been 52 splash landings.

Fans rent kayaks or wait in boats for homers. Barry Bonds made a living with that body of water.

At last night's (Monday) game between the Giants and Florida Marlins, 37,677 people enjoyed the experience.

No. 2 Nationals Park

With Stephen Strasburg on the mound every five days, fans finally found a reason to watch the last-place Washington Nationals compete.

Since its opening in 2008, the best part about the game hasn't been the President's Race.

It's the view of the Capitol from the stands.

It serves not only as a reminder of the history of the country, but the history of baseball in the city.

No. 3 Busch Stadium

Like many retro-classic stadiums, Busch provides a beautiful view of the downtown skyline.

For St. Louis, that means perfect seats with the Gateway Arch in the backdrop.

The "new" Busch Stadium, which opened in 2006, is the third to be named after the city of all things Budweiser.

If Cardinals fans aren't too busy admiring future Hall of Famer Albert Pujols, then the panorama is definitely a nice distraction.

No. 4 Oriole Park at Camden Yards

The Baltimore Orioles might be far removed from the New York Yankees in the standings, but they were first in something.

Oriole Park at Camden Yards began the "retro" trend in baseball ballparks when it opened in 1992.

Even at 18 years of age, it looks brand new.

Eutaw Street houses a lovely pedestrian area, and the former B&O Warehouse in right field actually lends itself to the stadium's beauty.

No. 5 PNC Park

Alongside the Allegheny River, PNC Park gives Pirates fans something to cheer about since 2001.

With a view of Downtown Pittsburgh and a riverside concourse, it's hard not to enjoy the view.

It took just 24 months to build the "classic" style stadium designed in the same vain as Boston's Fenway Park.

The yellow-hued Roberto Clemente Bridge is a nice touch to the background from anywhere in the ballpark.

No. 6 Dodger Stadium

In order to attend a game at Dodger Stadium, one must drive up a massive hill at Chavez Ravine.

One worthy of all things California.

At the top is a panoramic view of Downtown Los Angeles and all its skyscraper glory.

Palm trees line up row after row and the weather gets a bit cool. Hills surround the area.

Even though it's the third-oldest ballpark behind Fenway Park and Wrigley Field, the view never grows tiresome.

What better way to celebrate than by wearing Dodger blue?

No. 7 Wrigley Field

Day games are a mainstay here.

Wrigley Field has been in the Lakeview neighborhood since 1914.

From the ivy-covered outfield walls to the rooftop seats in buildings surrounding the ballpark, the entire atmosphere makes the Friendly Confines a place to see.

The Chicago Cubs haven't won the World Series since 1908, but that doesn't stop fans from continuing to catch a ball game.

No. 8 PETCO Park

Batters face due north instead of northeast at PETCO Park.

As a result, fans in the grandstand get a view of San Diego Bay, a trademark of the city.

But that's not the only pretty sight for Padres fans since 2004.

Behind center field is Balboa Park, which contains the infamous San Diego Zoo. In left field lies the San Diego skyline.

With a top-notch starting rotation and playoff aspirations, the ballpark is the place to be this summer in southern California.

No. 9 Safeco Field

Safeco Field provides the perfect setting for baseball in the Pacific Northwest.

With the Space Needle and the rest of Downtown Seattle visible in the distance, the Mariners have been an event in town since the park's opening in 1999.

Qwest Field, home to the Seattle Seahawks, is right next door.

Cloudy skies and marine life are reminiscent of San Francisco. Same goes for the stadium's hybrid combination of retro and modern structure.

No. 10 Great American Ballpark

Like PNC Park, Great American Ball Park offers beautiful scenery alongside the water.

The Cincinnati Reds have called the area on the Ohio River home since 2003.

In most of the ballpark, panoramic views are available of Downtown Cincinnati, Mount Adams, and northern Kentucky.

Fans can enjoy the game at the Riverboat Deck, a private party area above the batter's eye.

Taylor-Southgate Bridge, the white steel that connects Cincinnati, Kentucky, and Newport, is a focal point.