Philadelphia
The birthplace of American democracy is also a world-class food city. Philly delivers rich history, incredible art museums, passionate sports culture, and yes — the best cheesesteaks.
Rocky ran these streets. Now the world plays here.
World Cup Travel Packages
Estimated costs for a 7-day fan trip to Philadelphia · Lincoln Financial Field
Stadium
Matches at this stadium
6 matches · Philadelphia- Match 11Group E🇨🇮 Ivory Coast v 🇪🇨 EcuadorSun, Jun 14 · 11:00 PM UTC
- Match 31Group C🇧🇷 Brazil v 🇭🇹 HaitiSat, Jun 20 · 1:00 AM UTC
- Match 42Group I🇫🇷 France v 🇮🇶 IraqMon, Jun 22 · 9:00 PM UTC
- Match 55Group E🇨🇼 Curaçao v 🇨🇮 Ivory CoastThu, Jun 25 · 8:00 PM UTC
- Match 68Group L🇭🇷 Croatia v 🇬🇭 GhanaSat, Jun 27 · 9:00 PM UTC
- Match 89Round of 16W74 v W77Sat, Jul 4 · 9:00 PM UTC
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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 Lincoln Financial Field
Everything fans actually stress-Google before their trip to Philadelphia.
2 hours before kickoff
75 minutes before kickoff — direct subway to stadium makes this the easiest
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.
$30–50 in the South Philly sports complex lots
SEPTA Broad Street Line directly to NRG (formerly Pattison) station. 15 min from Center City. Easiest stadium transit of any US host.
Insider notes
- Lincoln Financial Field is open-air — bring a rain jacket if forecast looks iffy
- Pre-match tailgating in the FDR Park lots is a Philly tradition
- Reading Terminal Market in Center City is the must-eat pre-match
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 PHL. SEPTA Broad Street Line runs directly to the stadium complex at NRG station. The stadium is in the South Philadelphia sports complex.
Getting around Philadelphia
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Official Fan Zones
Watch Parties & Sports Bars
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Top Attractions
Hidden Gems & Cocktails
Chinatown's notorious no-phone speakeasy behind an unmarked door. Strict house rules, world-class cocktails, and an air of mystery.
Tiny, candlelit cocktail bar on a narrow Center City alley. Classic cocktails with seasonal twists. No sign, just a door.
Intimate cocktail den on Frankford Ave in Fishtown. Exposed brick, expert bartenders, and creative seasonal menus.
Pubs & Breweries
Philly's beloved Yards Brewing has a massive taproom in Spring Garden. Philly Pale Ale and Brawler are local icons.
Philadelphia's signature craft brewery in Northern Liberties. The brewery tour includes tastings of their Ales of the Revolution series.
Fishtown distillery producing Bluecoat American Dry Gin. Weekend tours with cocktail tastings in their stylish tasting room.
Fine Dining
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Local Tips
- Get a cheesesteak from Pat's or Geno's — or better yet, try John's Roast Pork
- The Art Museum steps (Rocky Steps) and Museum Mile are free to visit
- Reading Terminal Market is one of America's best food halls
- Philly is very walkable — explore Old City, Society Hill, and Rittenhouse Square on foot
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