America's 50 Most Legendary Stadiums In Every State

9. Florida – Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (Capacity: 88,548)

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium—fondly known as “The Swamp”—is the University of Florida’s pulsing football heart in Gainesville. Opened in 1930 and expanded multiple times, it now accommodates roughly 88,548 fans, creating a cauldron of noise that can disorient visiting teams. Nicknamed “The Swamp” by former head coach Steve Spurrier, it references both Florida’s hot, humid climate and the Gators’ home-field advantage. The horseshoe-shaped design and steep seating create walls of orange and blue, with fans nearly on top of the action. This fervor only intensifies during big SEC clashes, when the roar grows so loud it reverberates off the concrete concourses. Despite the sweltering Florida heat, Gator faithful pack the stadium in droves, arms raised for the iconic Gator Chomp.