Philadelphia

USA

69,176

Stadium Capacity

PHL

Main Airport

83°F

June Avg High

Match Types Hosted

Lincoln Financial Field

Capacity

69,176

Surface

Hybrid Grass

Opened

2003

Also Home To

N Philadelphia Eagles

Address: 1 Lincoln Financial Field Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148

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Match Types Hosted

Group StageRound of 32Round of 16

Getting There

Main Airport

PHL

Philadelphia International Airport

8 miles (20 min) to stadium

Public Transit

MetroRideshare

Transit Tips

Broad Street Line (subway) runs directly to stadium. Very efficient on game days. SEPTA Regional Rail also an option from suburbs.

Weather & What to Pack

83°F

June High

64°F

June Low

87°F

July High

69°F

July Low

Hot and humid summers. Stay hydrated at games. Evening matches are more comfortable.

Where to Stay

Center City

$$$

Heart of Philadelphia with historic sites and dining

South Philly

Closest to stadium, authentic Italian food

Old City

$$$

Historic district, Independence Hall area

Fishtown

Hip neighborhood with bars and restaurants

Recommended Hotels

Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia

$$$

South Philadelphia (Stadium Complex) · 0.3 miles

Newest hotel in the stadium complex — walk to the stadium in under 10 minutes

Courtyard by Marriott South at The Navy Yard

South Philadelphia · 1.5 miles

Closest Marriott to the stadium with short walk to Xfinity Live! district

Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square

$$$

Rittenhouse Square · 3.5 miles (15-min subway)

Rooftop pool and steps from Philly's best dining — quick SEPTA ride to stadium

DoubleTree by Hilton Center City

Center City · 4 miles (20-min subway)

Right on the Broad Street Line for direct subway to the stadium

Local Soccer Culture

MLS Team

Philadelphia Union

Supporter Groups

Sons of Ben

Insider Tips

1
Skip the Pat's vs Geno's tourist trap. Locals go to John's Roast Pork or Dalessandro's.
2
The Broad Street Line (subway) literally stops AT the stadium. Best transit setup of any US World Cup venue.
3
Philly fans have a reputation - we're passionate, not mean. Talk trash with us, we'll respect you.
4
Reading Terminal Market closes at 6pm. Go for lunch, not dinner.
5
South Philly is walking distance from the stadium. Stay there for authentic experience.
6
The Italian Market on 9th Street is the real deal - not a tourist market. Best produce and cheese.

Bars & Restaurants

Fado Irish Pub

Pub • Center City

Premier League central, shipped from Ireland piece by piece

Insider Tip: Tottenham supporters HQ. Gets absolutely rammed for North London derbies.

Misconduct Tavern

Sports Bar • Center City

Philly soccer supporters home base

Insider Tip: Union supporters gather here. Great wings and draft selection.

Tír na nÓg

Pub • Center City

Irish pub with great breakfast and match atmosphere

Insider Tip: Opens early for European matches. Full Irish breakfast is legit.

John's Roast Pork

Restaurant • South Philly

Locals' choice for best cheesesteak in the city

Insider Tip: Cash only. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Roast pork with broccoli rabe is even better than the cheesesteak.

Dalessandro's

Restaurant • Roxborough

Neighborhood cheesesteak spot, no tourists

Insider Tip: The steak with is perfectly greasy. They know what they're doing.

Federal Donuts

Cafe • Multiple

Fried chicken and donuts combo (trust us)

Insider Tip: The hot fresh donut flavors change daily. Strawberry lavender is the move.

Pat's King of Steaks

Restaurant • South Philly

The tourist spot, but iconic since 1930

Insider Tip: Order "whiz wit" (Cheez Whiz with onions) and keep the line moving.

Zahav

Restaurant • Society Hill

$$$$

James Beard Award-winning Israeli cuisine

Insider Tip: Book 2 months in advance. The hummus and lamb shoulder are life-changing.

Pre-Game Spots

Xfinity Live!

5 min walk

Entertainment complex in the stadium district. Multiple bars, massive screens, gets wild on game days.

Wells Fargo Center lots

Stadium parking

Tailgating culture is real. Eagles fans are... intense. In the best way.

East Passyunk Ave

2 miles

South Philly strip with local restaurants. Walk the Ave before catching the subway.

Must-Try Local Food

Philly Cheesesteak

Chopped ribeye, melted cheese, hoagie roll. Order "whiz wit" for Cheez Whiz with onions.

Where to get it: John's Roast Pork (locals), Dalessandro's (locals), Pat's/Geno's (tourists/tradition)

Roast Pork Sandwich

Some say it's better than cheesesteak. Sharp provolone, broccoli rabe.

Where to get it: John's Roast Pork, DiNic's at Reading Terminal Market, Tommy DiNic's

Soft Pretzel

Philly pretzels are different - dense, chewy, often shaped like rectangles.

Where to get it: Any street vendor, Philly Pretzel Factory, or at the stadium

Water Ice (Wooder Ice)

Italian ice. Don't call it Italian ice here. "Wooder ice" is the local pronunciation.

Where to get it: John's Water Ice, Rita's, Pop's Homemade Water Ice

Fan FAQs

Is the stadium easy to get to?

Yes! The Broad Street Line (orange subway) stops right at NRG Station. 15 min from Center City. Best stadium access in the US.

What's the deal with Philly fans being aggressive?

We're passionate and will give you a hard time - but it's good-natured. Talk back and we'll buy you a beer. Just don't disrespect our city.

Pat's or Geno's?

Neither if you want the best cheesesteak. That's for tourists. But if you must, Pat's is the original (1930). Get one from each and decide.

Is Philly safe?

Center City, Old City, and the stadium area are very safe. Like any city, stay aware at night in less-trafficked areas.

Budget Tips

Stay near the airport - cheap hotels, Blue Line to Center City in 25 min
Reading Terminal Market for cheap, incredible food - cash preferred at many stalls
SEPTA day pass is $6 for unlimited rides - absolute steal
Free stuff: Liberty Bell, Independence Hall (timed tickets), Rocky Steps, Elfreth's Alley
Happy hour runs 4-7pm at most bars - half price apps and drinks

Hidden Gems

Magic Gardens - mosaic art environment by Isaiah Zagar. Wild and beautiful.
Mütter Museum - medical oddities museum. Not for everyone but unforgettable.
Spruce Street Harbor Park - hammocks on the Delaware River waterfront
Philadelphia's Chinatown - one of the best in the US. Dim sum at Dim Sum Garden.

Local Lingo

“Jawn”

Thing, object, person, place. Can mean literally anything. "Pass me that jawn."

“Wooder”

Water. The Philly accent is real.

“Down the shore”

Going to the Jersey Shore beaches

“Hoagie”

Sub sandwich. Don't call it a sub.

“Youse”

You all (plural). "Are youse going to the match?"

Local Voices

Insider tips from the fans who know Philadelphia best

El Parcero Philly

@elparcerophilly

Instagram18K followers

Colombian Soccer Community Leader

“North Philly has an incredible Colombian community that most tourists never see. For Colombia matches, hit up El Azteca Restaurant in Hunting Park - 200+ Colombians going absolutely wild. Better atmosphere than most stadiums.”

Latino/aFood & CultureMatch Day Vibes

Bryn Mawr Beth

@sonsofben_beth

Twitter3K followers

Sons of Ben Member & Mom

“Don't sleep on Subaru Park in Chester for atmosphere. It's 20 min from Center City and the Sons of Ben section is family-friendly. My 8-year-old knows all the chants. Much cheaper than World Cup tickets too.”

Women in SoccerFamilyOG Supporter

Darius Thompson

@darius_philly_footy

TikTok55K followers

West Philly Soccer Creator

“The Sports Complex area transforms on game day. I'm talking Eagles tailgate energy but for soccer. Park at the Wells Fargo lot for $20, bring a grill, and walk to the Linc. The vibe is unmatched in American soccer.”

Young FanMatch Day VibesProfessional

Coach Diana Reyes

@coach_diana_philly

Instagram7K followers

Youth Soccer Coach

“Reading Terminal Market is perfect pre-game - grab a cheesesteak from Carmen's (not Pat's or Geno's, those are tourist traps), then walk to the stadium. Only 20 minutes on foot through some beautiful parts of the city.”

Women in SoccerLatino/aProfessional