Southern Comfort: Iconic College Stadiums in the Deep South

20. Hard Rock Stadium – Miami Gardens, Florida

While famously associated with the NFL’s Miami Dolphins, Hard Rock Stadium also serves as home to the University of Miami Hurricanes. Though located in a major metropolitan area rather than a traditional college campus, this modern venue retains a distinct South Florida feel—palm trees, tropical breezes, and fans sporting the iconic orange and green. Originally opened in 1987 and extensively renovated over the years, Hard Rock Stadium seats over 65,000 and features a partial roof canopy that shades spectators from the blazing Florida sun. When the Hurricanes take the field, the marching band’s drum cadences and the “U” hand sign unify the crowd in a display of urban-meets-collegiate spirit that’s quintessentially Miami.