If you've ever wanted to feel like Andy Roddick or Serena Williams, you can do it here. The 22 courts (that's not including the practice courts), are open for public play when the Open isn't in session. Don't know if they let you throw rackets or kiss trophies, though.

If only the players were allowed a quick drink at the Grey Goose Bar. They might not break so many rackets!

Talk about the luck of the draw! What happens here can matter to a player as much as how they play!

If only the players were allowed a quick drink at the Grey Goose Bar. They might not break so many rackets!

This is just outside the stadium complex where the Open is held and it's a true symbol of Queens. Built for the 1964-1965 World's Fair, it still manages to dazzle.

If you've ever wanted to feel like Andy Roddick or Serena Williams, you can do it here. The 22 courts (that's not including the practice courts), are open for public play when the Open isn't in session. Don't know if they let you throw rackets or kiss trophies, though.

This is where the magic really happens at the Open! Built at a cost of $254 million, this stadium opened in 1997 and is equipped with a camera system so plays can be re-watched and re-evaluated. It's actually the world's largest stadium dedicated to tennis.

Originally part of a stadium built for the 1964-1965 World's Fair, this facility acted as the main court until the construction of the neighboring Arthur Ashe stadium. If you want to see it, you'd better do it quickly as there are plans to demolish it so a new stadium can be built. And by the way, Originally part of a stadium built for the 1964-1965 World's Fair, this facility acted as the main court until the construction of the neighboring Arthur Ashe stadium. If you want to see it, you'd better do it quickly as there are plans to demolish it so a new stadium can be built. And by the way, if you're wondering why the court is blue and not green, that's so viewers watching from home have an easier time watching the ball.… see moresee less

If you've ever wanted to feel like Andy Roddick or Serena Williams, you can do it here. The 22 courts (that's not including the practice courts), are open for public play when the Open isn't in session. Don't know if they let you throw rackets or kiss trophies, though.

This sculpture, called "Soul in Flight" was created in tribute to Arthur Ashe. The artist chose to put a baton in the statue's hand instead of a tennis racquet to symbolize the passing of the sport from one generation to the next.

Moët & Chandon is the official champagne of the Open so be sure to visit their special terrace where you can toast the players with a bit of bubbly.

Pavers set into Avenue of the Aces recognize the achievements of some of the sports best. Money raised through the Avenue has totaled over $2 million and is used to give "at-risk" kids a shot at learning tennis.

While the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum proper are in Newport, Rhode Island, each year they debut an exhibit at the U.S. Open facilities in New York. Themes range from vintage tennis posters (as seen here) to tennis families.

If you're having a hard time seeing the trophies from your seat you can always have a nice, up-close look at the Tiffany & Co. Trophy Display.

If you've ever wanted to feel like Andy Roddick or Serena Williams, you can do it here. The 22 courts (that's not including the practice courts), are open for public play when the Open isn't in session. Don't know if they let you throw rackets or kiss trophies, though.

If you're low on tennis supplies this is the place to pick some up!

Ralph Lauren not only outfits much of the staff at the U.S. Open but he actually has a store there, too. In fact, he even stocks the same shirts the ball boys wear so if you really want to feel like you're a part of things, pick one up!

Ralph Lauren not only outfits much of the staff at the U.S. Open but he actually has a store there, too. In fact, he even stocks the same shirts the ball boys wear.

Never was the slogan "Just Do It" more apt than at the Open!

When a place refers to its Food Court as a "Food Village," you know they're serious. If watching all these incredible athletes run around for hours is making you hungry, check out the choices here. They have everything from crepes to sushi to keep you happy and full between matches.

If you're feeling like the heat is just too much, head into the Chase center and enjoy the matches on the television screens.

Routing for the French? Pick up a few tennis whites at the Lacoste store.

This is definitely one of the more unique features at the Open. A curated collection of everything from antique rackets to silk rugs to rare books, the proceeds from the sale of these items goes to a USTA charity called SERVES. The organization provides tennis lessons and academic help to children This is definitely one of the more unique features at the Open. A curated collection of everything from antique rackets to silk rugs to rare books, the proceeds from the sale of these items goes to a USTA charity called SERVES. The organization provides tennis lessons and academic help to children in need. This is an invitation-only experience, though, as organizers are concerned about having too many hands on these precious items.… see moresee less

While the International Tennis Hall of Fame & Museum proper are in Newport, Rhode Island, each year they debut an exhibit at the U.S. Open facilities in New York. Themes range from vintage tennis posters (as seen here) to tennis families.

You can't bring alcohol into the stadium so if you're in the mood for a drink, Baseline is the perfect place.

From McEnroe to Navratilova, if they're an Open champ, they've got a banner here.

This is an honor you have to wait a really long time to get. Not only do you have to have won a singles title here, you have to have been retired for at least five years!

If you've ever wanted to feel like Andy Roddick or Serena Williams, you can do it here. The 22 courts (that's not including the practice courts), are open for public play when the Open isn't in session. Don't know if they let you throw racquets or kiss trophies, though.