WC 2026 Host City · Mexico
The cathedral of football
Stadium
Estadio Azteca
Capacity
83,000
Matches
5 matches
Summer Temp
73°F / 23°C
Currency
MXN (USD ok)
Mexico City is at 7,350 feet altitude and it will hit you. The first 24–48 hours: drink water constantly, skip the mezcal your first night, and don't do anything strenuous. By match day you'll feel fine. No private vehicles near Azteca on match days — take the Metro. Only drink bottled water. You are going to walk past Estadio Azteca and feel something deeply emotional even if you're not a Mexico fan — this is the most storied stadium in World Cup history.
Arrive at the stadium
90 min
before kickoff — security queues are long on WC matchdays
Bag Policy
Clear bag only, max 12×6×12 inches. No backpacks of any kind — including clear backpacks. One small clutch up to 4.5×6.5 inches allowed.
Cash & Card Accepted
Both cash and card accepted. Still smart to have local currency on hand.
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol sold inside stadium in designated areas. No outside food or drinks. Age limits: USA 21+, Canada 19+, Mexico 18+. Strict ID enforcement.
Fan Zone
Zócalo (Plaza de la Constitución) Fan Festival — daily June 11–July 19
Exit Strategy
Take Metro to Tasqueña then RTP shuttle — or Metrobús. No private vehicles near stadium. Walk 10 mins from stadium for a better Uber price. Traffic around Azteca post-match is legendary.
Cell Service & Apps
Telcel best coverage. Buy local SIM at OXXO ($5–8/week). Claro and AT&T Mexico also work well.
FIFA Fan Festival Mexico City
location_onZocalo (Plaza de la Constitucion), Centro Historico, Mexico City
Official FIFA Fan Festival at the Zocalo — one of the world's largest public squares, surrounded by the National Palace and Metropolitan Cathedral. Capacity 80,000+. Free entry with advance registration.
Capacity
83,000
95% of largest WC venue (Azteca, 87,500)
Altitude: 7,350 ft (2,240 m)
Mexico City sits at 2,240m (7,350ft). Take your first day easy — avoid alcohol and exercise until acclimated. Drink extra water.
Hotels nearby
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Thu, Jun 11
15:00 ET
Group A
Wed, Jun 17
22:00 ET
Group K
Tue, Jun 30
21:00 ET
Round of 32
Sun, Jul 5
20:00 ET
Round of 16
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