What it's known for
SAP Center opened in 1993, and fans have long called it ‘the Shark Tank.’ Before games, Sharks players skate onto the ice through an enormous shark head.
The arena sits next to San Jose’s Diridon Station and hosts concerts and other events.
Getting there
Diridon Station, served by Caltrain, VTA light rail and Amtrak, is right next to the arena.
Tips for your visit
- Take Caltrain from San Francisco or the Peninsula.
- Watch the Sharks’ entrance through the shark head.
- Levi’s Stadium is about 15 minutes away for NFL stadium collectors.
Keep the stub
Been to a game at SAP Center? Log it in momnts to get a commemorative ticket stub with the real final score, and check the arena off on your map. See every NBA and NHL arena guide.
Details last reviewed November 2026. Arena names, bag policies and transit change, so check the team’s official site before you go. momnts isn't affiliated with the NBA, the NHL or any team.
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