History and Overview
Nationals Park is located along the Anacostia River in the Navy Yard neighborhood of Washington, D.C. at 1500 South Capitol St. The park opened in 2008, and is home to the Washington Nationals (formerly the Montreal Expos). National Park is the first LEED-certified green major professional sports stadium in the US, and has a seating capacity of 41,418.
Family Fun
If you are bringing the whole family out to a Washington Nationals game, you may want to consider purchasing tickets near center field, which is where the family fun area is located (adjacent to the Red Porch Restaurant). Kids will love the Strike Zone and Jungle Gym when they lose interest in the game and need to burn off some energy. Also, kids 12 and under can run the bases after select Sunday home games.
Seats in Shade
If you are looking to sit in the shade at Nationals Park, your best bet is in the last few rows of any field level sections. It is also worth noting that the sun sets behind the 3rd base side of the ballpark, so you are going to a late afternoon/night game those seats will be in the shade before the other side of the park.
Best Seats
The best seats for a Washington Nationals game are located in the premium sections described above, the Lexus Presidents Club, and the PNC Diamond Club. If those seats fall out of your price range, the Club level tickets around the infield (sections 206-221) are a fantastic option as well. Finally, if you are looking to get a bit rowdy at a Nationals game the outfield sections are a nice cheap option, and is where you will find the rowdiest of Nats fans. Just be sure to take the Metro to Nationals Park, so you don't have to worry about driving home!