What are the Top Tennis Tournaments in 2024?

What are the top tennis tournament in the United States in 2024? We offer tickets for all of the major US tournaments, but there are four which stand out above the rest. The BNP Paribas Open (California), Miami Open (Florida), Western & Southern Open (Ohio), and US Open Tennis Tournament (New York). Each of these tennis tourneys have ranked in our list of bestselling events over the past decade. The popularity of tennis continues to grow with fans in America and there are number of tennis players that they want to #BeThereLive to see play. Including young American stars like Taylor Fritz, Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, Tommy Paul, Jessica Pegula, Ben Shelton & Frances Tiafoe. If 2024 is the year you want to get out to see these stars, and more, then read on to learn our insider tips for attending these four popular tennis tournaments.


BNP Paribas Open

Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California

  • About the Town: Beautiful Indian Wells, located about 15 miles southeast of Palm Springs, is a premier vacation destination in Southern California. Home to luxurious resorts, world-renowned golf courses and the famous tennis tournament known as the BNP Paribas Open. The popular tournament has made the city of Indian Wells a mecca for tennis fans from far and wide. Like many towns in the Southern California desert, Indian Wells offers visitors an interesting history full of Native Americans, cowboys, gold-rushers, explorers and pioneers. Now, over a century later, Indian Wells has gained the distinct reputation of offering residents and visitors a year-round resort culture and ample opportunity to enjoy life to the fullest.
  • About the Open: The BNP Paribas Open is the largest two-week combined event outside of the four Grand Slams. It is the most-attended WTA Premier Mandatory and ATP World Tour Masters 1000 tennis tournament in the world. In recent years the Indian Wells Tennis Garden debuted an impressive renovation, highlighted by the addition of more than new dining options on site, a full-service restaurant that overlooks the court on Stadium 1. There are three main courts at Indian Wells Tennis Garden, they are: Stadium 1 at Indian Wells, Stadium 2 at Indian Wells and Stadium 3 at Indian Wells. The BNP Paribas Open offers equal prize money for men and women. For each tour the singles draw size is 128, made up of 96 main draw singles and 48 qualifying singles. The doubles draw size for each tour is 32.
  • Things to Do: Indian Wells and the surrounding Coachella Valley has a little something for everyone. Tee off at the award-winning Indian Wells Golf Resort, strap on your hiking boots and explore the area’s stunning trails and natural beauty, take in the aerial view on a hot air balloon ride or experience ultimate relaxation at one of the areas many high end spas.
  • Author’s recommendations: A few of my favorite things to see and do in Indian Wells/Palm Springs:
    • Joshua Tree National Park – located just one hour north of the Coachella Valley in Twentynine Palms, the National Park covers 794,000 acres of the Colorado Desert and the Mojave Desert. Joshua Tree was designated as an International Dark Sky Park, an honor bestowed upon parks that possess, “an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment that is specifically protected for its scientific, natural, educational, cultural heritage, and/or public enjoyment.”
    • The Living Desert – This unique zoo and botanical garden specializes in deserts of the World. You’ll find giraffes, mountain lions, zebras, cheetahs and many more exotic animals from Africa and North America. The gardens boast geographical replicas of areas as diverse as Baja California’s Viscaino Desert and the plains of Madagascar.
    • Vicky’s of Santa Fe – This spacious adobe-style restaurant features generous portions, an active bar scene, and a great jazz series while in season. A great dinner spot.
    • The Nest Restaurant & Nightclub – An Indian Wells Landmark since 1966, The Nest’s friendly atmosphere, great food, and lively piano bar which continues to draw locals and visitors alike!
Indian Wells Tennis Garden

The Miami Open

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida

  • About the Town: Miami, Florida is the cultural, recreation, sports, and financial center of South Florida. The Greater Miami area and beaches are known worldwide for their amazing attractions, stunning architecture, and unique feel. With endless sunshine and miles of pristine waterfront property, the stunning coastline seamlessly blends vibrant resort, urban, and agricultural communities.
  • Things to Do: Miami is one of the World’s most popular vacation spots, with enticements and attractions for everyone! Whether you like the trendy nightlife of South Beach, the bustle of Calle Ocho, the energy of Little Havana, the plush hotels of Miami Beach, or the historic hideaways of Coral Gables, you’ll be welcomed by the friendly Floridians. With endless shopping opportunities in modern, sprawling malls as well as small family owned boutiques on every corner, your wardrobe will thank you. While glorious weather and palm fringed beaches are definitely an attraction.
  • About the Open: One of the premier tennis events of the year, the Miami Open features the best players from around the world, and is hosted in the iconic Hard Rock Stadium. The first-class location offers an elevated fan experience to what is already a great event with efficient access to expedited parking, a 14,000 seat center court within Hard Rock Stadium designed for intimacy and luxury, with a state-of-the-art in-stadium shade canopy.
  • Author’s Recommendations: A few of my favorite things to see and do while in Miami:
    • The Lido Bayside Grill at The Standard: Fresh Mediterranean fare, bright yellow umbrellas, a beautiful crowd and sweeping views of Biscayne Bay make The Lido Bayside Grill at The Standard the stunning waterfront destination that it is. The menu features a variety of small plates entrees, and creative cocktails, to match.
    • Monty’s Raw Bar – A laidback, al fresco tiki bar and restaurant situated on Coconut Grove’s Dinner Key Marina. It’s especially popular amongst boaters returning to shore in search of a casual bite and a strong drink. Expect live music, a crowded bar and large groups of friends at picnic tables soaking up the sun. There’s even a swimming pool if you can’t take the heat.
Hard Rock Stadium Tennis Center

Western & Southern Open

Lindner Family Tennis Center outside Cincinnati, Ohio

  • About the Town: The Cincinnati region is a vibrant destination that connects cultures, backgrounds, and experiences from across the State of Ohio. The dynamic river region offers unique adventures that are unmistakably Cincinnati, whether you are planning a romantic getaway for two or bringing the family. Enjoy the blend of Southern charm and urban energy when you connect with the experiences and people who make this unique river region glitter and flow with a vibe all their own.
  • Things to Do: Explore the revitalized riverfront and discover the destination’s heritage, history, and innovation with cultural entertainment for all experience seekers. Check out the B-Line, an area of town comprised of Northern Kentucky distilleries, bars, sellers, and restaurants dedicated to giving the best craft bourbon experience.
  • About the Open: The Western & Southern Open is the Nation’s oldest professional tennis tournament played in its city of origin. First played in 1899 on the site of current day Xavier University, The Open has been a fixture in the Queen City for more than a century which is why many still call it the Cincinnati Open. The W&S Open is played at the Lindner Family Tennis Center. The Champions list reads like a who’s who of tennis greats, with more than 100 International Tennis Hall of Famers having played in Cincinnati over the years.
  • Author’s Recommendations: A few of my favorite things to see and do while in Cincinnati:
    • Cincinnati Museum at Union Terminal: The Cincinnati Museum Center is housed in Union Terminal, a National Historic Landmark. Museum Center’s major offerings at Union Terminal include the Cincinnati History Museum, the Cincinnati History Library and Archives, the Duke Energy Children’s Museum, the Museum of Natural History & Science and the Robert D. Lindner Family Theater. Museum Center’s collection encompass more than 1.8 million artifacts, art works and archives and is incorporated into the exhibition, research and education programs.
    • Cincinnati Reds –  Catch a Cincinnati Reds game while in town for the W&S Open. Games in August are usually fairly warm and start in the evening. Beer, Baseball, and a Queen City Brat – sounds like a great evening!
    • The B-Line – An experience centered around three Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® Distilleries: New Riff Distilling, Boone County Distilling Co., and The Old Pogue Distillery. Add five bourbon-centric bars, all with a culture of their own, and four amazing restaurants cultivating the freshest tastes in bourbon culinary delights and you’re on the The B-Line. On the very edge and beginning of the “Bourbon State,” Kentucky, and the very epicenter of Bourbon Culture & History after crossing the true Bourbon Line, the Ohio River. Visitors can complete their own bourbon experience by visiting at least two of the distilleries, two of the restaurants, and two of The B-Line bars and having their B-Line passport stamped, which allows the holder to receive cool bourbon swag.
    • Taglio – Taglio has been working on its version of Detroit-style pizza. The pizza is remarkable in that the buttery, crunchy crust itself is the shining star here and like no other pizza in town. Cincinnati locals recommend a combination of ricotta, bacon and tomato, and crushed tomato sauce.
Center Court at the Western & Southern Open

US Open Tennis Tournament

Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, New York

  • About the Town: New York is the city that never sleeps. What else needs to be said? You will want to be there for this amazing tennis tournament.
  • Things to Do: Everywhere you turn during the Summer in New York City, something exciting is happening. There are free outdoor concerts and movies all around the five boroughs, and Shakespeare in the Park at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. Food trucks and festivals pop up on every corner. It’s a great time to catch a ball game, walk the High Line in short sleeves, head up to the Bronx Zoo to spot animals or down to Coney Island for a ride on the wooden tracks of the Cyclone roller coaster—still thrilling after all these years.
  • About the Open: The US Open, by far the nation’s biggest tennis tournament. It plays at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on main courts: Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium.  The Grand Slam event brings together the world’s best players along with great food, kids’ activities and musical performances, and draws fans from around the globe.
  • Author’s Recommendations: A few of my favorite things to see and do in NYC:
    • See a Show – Broadway always has amazing shows! Whether it is a revival of The Lion King, Disney’s Aladdin and Hamilton the Musical. Our Broadway theater page has a full list of the most popular current shows.
    • SummerStage in Central Park: CityParks SummerStage is New York’s largest free outdoor performing arts festival from May-October each summer. SummerStage brings the best music from around the world to New York’s many and varied communities, using local neighborhood parks as gathering spaces in which to experience world class culture.
    • Hudson Clearwater – A forever favorite for my family, Hudson Clearwater serves New American Fare and creative cocktails near the Hudson River. With a rotating menu every meal at HC is fabulous. Be aware, though, dinner and brunch are always busy times so reservations are recommended for this hot spot.
    • Clinton Hall Williamsburg – Clinton Hall’s Newest location and Rooftop gourmet spin on traditional beer hall cuisine features an extensive menu, draft beers, and cocktails. Specialty games such as giant Jenga, connect four, cornhole & more, the 3 pillars of Clinton Hall’s DNA (Craft Beer, Great Food, Fun) are sure to be met no matter which location you choose.
Arthur Ashe Stadium

Now you know about the top four US tennis tournaments, and what to do when you attend each. The only thing left to do now is purchase tickets. TicketCity has tickets available to purchase for these tennis tournaments and many others including one in our own backyard, the ATX Open in Austin, Texas. We love tennis, so let us know if we can help you select the right seats for your event.

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