Houston
America's most diverse city surprises with incredible international cuisine, world-class museums, and Space Center Houston. A food lover's paradise with over 10,000 restaurants.
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World Cup Travel Packages
Estimated costs for a 7-day fan trip to Houston · NRG Stadium
Stadium
Matches at this stadium
7 matches · Houston- Match 9Group E🇩🇪 Germany v 🇨🇼 CuraçaoSun, Jun 14 · 5:00 PM UTC
- Match 21Group K🇵🇹 Portugal v DR CongoWed, Jun 17 · 5:00 PM UTC
- Match 33Group F🇳🇱 Netherlands v 🇸🇪 SwedenSat, Jun 20 · 5:00 PM UTC
- Match 45Group K🇵🇹 Portugal v UzbekistanTue, Jun 23 · 5:00 PM UTC
- Match 63Group H🇨🇻 Cape Verde v 🇸🇦 Saudi ArabiaSat, Jun 27 · 12:00 AM UTC
- Match 76Round of 321C v 2FMon, Jun 29 · 5:00 PM UTC
- Match 90Round of 16W73 v W75Sat, Jul 4 · 5:00 PM UTC
▪ Live forecast shown for matches in the next 7 days. Toggle °C/°F in the weather strip above.
Knockout match teams resolve as group stage finishes — codes like 1A mean “Group A winner” and W74 means “winner of match 74.”
Game day at NRG Stadium
Everything fans actually stress-Google before their trip to Houston.
2 hours before kickoff
90 minutes before kickoff
Cashless venue — cards & tap-to-pay only
Clear plastic bags only, max 30 × 15 × 30 cm (12 × 6 × 12 in). Small clutch (no larger than a hand) also allowed.
$40–80 on-site at NRG Park lots
METRORail Red Line directly to NRG Park station — fastest way in and out. Allow 20 min from downtown.
Insider notes
- NRG Stadium has a retractable roof and full AC
- Houston in July is 95°F+ with high humidity — even indoor walks to/from car are sticky
- Discovery Green downtown is the official Fan Festival site
Prohibited items (FIFA standard)
- Outside food and drinks
- Glass and metal containers
- Weapons (incl. pocket knives) and fireworks
- Professional cameras (lens >75mm) and tripods
- Drones
- Banners larger than 2 × 1 m or any with political messaging
- Selfie sticks
- Laser pointers
Fly into IAH (George Bush) or HOU (Hobby). METRORail connects downtown to NRG Park. Rideshare is the most convenient option for stadium access.
Getting around Houston
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Official Fan Zones
Watch Parties & Sports Bars
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Top Attractions
Hidden Gems & Cocktails
Hidden behind a faux newsstand in the Heights. Intimate cocktail bar with creative drinks and a rotating seasonal menu.
Downtown rooftop speakeasy with stunning skyline views. Enter through an unmarked door in a parking garage.
Pubs & Breweries
EaDo brewery near the stadiums with a covered beer garden. Rocket Fuel Vietnamese coffee stout is the signature pour.
Fine Dining
Michelin-starred vegetable-forward French restaurant in the Museum District. Light, seasonal menus with impeccable technique.
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Local Tips
- Houston has the best food scene in Texas — explore the international cuisine along Bellaire Blvd
- Visit the Space Center Houston for a half-day trip
- The Museum District has 19 museums, many free on Thursdays
- It's hot and humid in summer — most places have strong AC
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