The overhang of the second deck provides ample cover for a number of seats along the east sideline. This photo from Section 103 shows the upper rows of section 101 and others under cover.
Shown here are the 200 level club seats - about half of which are covered by the 300 level.
While covered seating is abundant on the lower east sideline, only the highest rows of the west sideline sections are under the overhang. Meanwhile, the entire Media Deck above the 100 level is completely covered.
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Looking down at the Media Deck on the west side of Soldier Field. These are widely considered some of the best seats for a Bears game due to their views of the field and being completely under cover.
Some endzone sections at Soldier Field will be shaded. This photo shows the Colonnade seats in the South endzone where sections like 222-224 are completely shaded.
The Media Deck is a seating area on the west side of Soldier Field in sections 228-246. These are among the best sections for being protected from the elements as the 300 level hangs over the seats.
Related Questions
In the 200 sections of the United Club, what rows get blocked by the overhang?
Asked September 1, 2017
The 200 level sections on the east side of Solider Field are part of the United Club. Given their amenities and benefits, these are among the most desirable - and expensive - tickets for a Bears game. These seats are especially attractive when the weather is unideal. The cover afforded to the back rows of these sections keeps them dry, out of the sun and less windy than other areas. Unfortunately, the same overhang that creates cover also creates challenges when it comes to seeing the field and the videoboards.
The view from row 15 in the section 215
For the clearest view of the field and videoboards, we recommend sitting in row 15 or below. The rows above these sections have a chopped-off view of the videoboards (or none at all), and a tunnel-vision view of the field.
Seeing the videoboard is possible from rows 15 and below
For fans who want the best view in these sections, consider a seat in rows 1-9. Nowhere else in football can you find elevated seats like these so close to the field. To be fully protected from the elements and to be close to the climate-controlled United Club, sit in rows 16 and above. And for the best of both worlds, consider purchasing tickets in rows 10-15.
The 200 level sections on the east side of Solider Field are part of the United Club. Given their amenities and benefits, these are among the most desirable - and expensive - tickets for a Bears game. These seats are especially attractive when the weather is unideal. The cover afforded to the back rows of these sections keeps them dry, out of the sun and less windy than other areas. Unfortunately, the same overhang that creates cover also creates challenges when it comes to seeing the field and the videoboards.
For the clearest view of the field and videoboards, we recommend sitting in row 15 or below. The rows above these sections have a chopped-off view of the videoboards (or none at all), and a tunnel-vision view of the field.
For fans who want the best view in these sections, consider a seat in rows 1-9. Nowhere else in football can you find elevated seats like these so close to the field. To be fully protected from the elements and to be close to the climate-controlled United Club, sit in rows 16 and above. And for the best of both worlds, consider purchasing tickets in rows 10-15.