How to Buy Mets Tickets

People wishing to watch the New York Mets play at their home stadium, Citi Field, can purchase tickets in one of several ways. Learning about all of the ways to buy Mets tickets will ensure buyers get the best deals possible.

  1. Types

    • Mets tickets come in two forms: the official game ticket and an electronic ticket that users print from home. Original tickets can be bought from the box office, auction sites and ticket brokers. Printable electronic tickets are available from websites affiliated with the team, like MLB.com. Purchases can also be made over the phone, either through the team's ticket office or through companies like Ticketmaster.

    Benefits

    • Ordering Mets tickets either online or over the phone eliminates the need to stand in line at the box office. By using the phone or the computer, purchasers can either have the tickets delivered, print them at home or pick them up at the box office the day of the game.

    Warning

    • With counterfeit tickets floating around, buyers should always make sure the site they buy their Mets tickets from is reputable. This isn't a major concern with broker sites or the Mets' official website, but it can be an issue on auction sites or buy-and-sell sites. When in doubt, customers should opt for the safe and secure option.

    Legal Issues

    • Brokers used to be able to charge well above face value for Mets tickets, but this is no longer legal. As of May 2010, brokers cannot charge more than $2 above face value. If a buyer comes across a ticket agent that has illegally marked up ticket prices, he should report the broker to the authorities.