With millions of football fans expected to descend on North America for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the tournament promises not only a world-class football festival but also an unforgettable travel experience across some of the continent’s most iconic destinations.
FIFA projects that more than five million supporters will attend matches during the expanded 48-team tournament, making it the most attended World Cup in history. The competition will feature 104 matches across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico, eclipsing the attendance figures recorded at the 1994 World Cup in the United States.
From the historic opener in Mexico City to the grand finale in New York/New Jersey, fans will have countless opportunities to combine football with culture, entertainment and sightseeing.
Here are 10 host cities that should be on every World Cup travel itinerary:
Mexico City: Home of World Cup History
