FIFA World Cup 2026: The Ultimate Fan Travel Guide to 11 US Host Cities

The biggest World Cup in history is coming to the United States, Mexico, and Canada. With 48 teams, 104 matches, and 11 US host cities, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for football fans.

The 11 US Host Cities

East Coast

• New York / New Jersey — MetLife Stadium (82,500) — Home of the Final
• Boston / Foxborough — Gillette Stadium (65,878)
• Philadelphia — Lincoln Financial Field (69,176)
• Miami — Hard Rock Stadium (64,767)
• Atlanta — Mercedes-Benz Stadium (71,000)

Central

• Dallas — AT&T Stadium (80,000) — Most matches (9)
• Houston — NRG Stadium (72,220)
• Kansas City — Arrowhead Stadium (76,416)

West Coast

• Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium (70,240)
• San Francisco Bay Area — Levi's Stadium (68,500)
• Seattle — Lumen Field (68,740)

Tournament Schedule

• Group Stage: June 11 – June 29 (72 matches)
• Round of 32: June 30 – July 3
• Round of 16: July 4 – July 7
• Quarterfinals: July 9 – July 10
• Semifinals: July 13 – July 14
• Final: July 19 at MetLife Stadium

Getting Between Cities

The US is massive — flying between cities is often the best option. Key routes:

• Northeast Corridor (Boston → NYC → Philly): Amtrak is fast and affordable
• Texas Triangle (Dallas → Houston): 4-hour drive or 1-hour flight
• West Coast (Seattle → SF → LA): Flights are the practical choice

Budget Tips

• Accommodation: Book early — prices near stadiums will skyrocket. Consider Airbnb in neighborhoods one transit stop away
• Food: American portions are huge — budget $15–25 for casual dining, $40–60 for sit-down restaurants
• Transit: Download rideshare apps (Uber, Lyft). Only NYC, Chicago, and DC have truly reliable public transit
• Tickets: Official FIFA ticketing opens in phases — register early at FIFA.com

What to Pack

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sunscreen (most matches are in summer heat)
• Portable charger
• Your team's jersey (obviously)
• Layers for AC-heavy indoor spaces

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