How To Experience the World Cup in Los AngelesExperience the thrill of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angele. Explore iconic stadiums, vibrant fan culture, celebrity hotspots, legendary eats, cultural landmarks, and the best places to meet futbol fanatics that capture the city’s energy.AuthorsSteller
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Where To Watch

SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium — Inglewood’s gleaming cathedral of sport — will host eight matches for FIFA World Cup 2026™, including the opening match for the United States men’s national soccer team. Expect massive crowds, global chants, and the entire stadium pulsing with World Cup energy — this isn’t just watching soccer, it’s living it on a world stage. Tickets? Grab them at the official box office at Entry 7 (Wed–Fri 11 AM–5 PM during non-event days) or online via Ticketmaster and other authorised marketplaces.
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BMO Stadium
BMO Stadium — tucked into Exposition Park and the beating heart of the city’s soccer culture — is home to Los Angeles FC and Angel City FC. With a cauldron-like atmosphere created by the ultra-famous supporter group “The 3252”, it’s a perfect fit for the global party that is the FIFA World Cup 2026 — even if this stadium itself isn’t one of the venues holding matches, it’ll be buzzing with fan-watch parties, pop-up events and local flavour during the tournament. (Only nearby SoFi Stadium hosts the official matches in LA.)
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The Fox and Hounds
The Fox and Hounds — Studio City’s British pub where the World Cup feels personal. Big screens, cold pints, and roaring fans. Order the fish & chips, arrive early, wear your team’s colors — this is LA’s unofficial embassy of global football.
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Joxer Daly's
Joxer Daly’s — Culver City’s gritty, football-obsessed Irish pub where scarves and foaming pints converge. Order their buffalo wings and a stout; arrive early to secure a front-row view of the match. Expect massive screens and a full blowout vibe during the World Cup.
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Tom's Watch Bar - Los Angeles
Tom’s Watch Bar, located in the heart of downtown near Crypto.com Arena, delivers a wall-to-wall viewing experience with 360° HD screens. Order the deep-dish nachos and a giant 40-oz beer stein. This is World Cup vibes in LA.
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Ye Olde King's Head
Ye Olde King’s Head is Santa Monica’s venerable British‑pub, where fish & chips meet world‑cup roar. Order the bangers & mash and a proper pint, head to the big screens and beer garden patio. Your match‑day pilgrimage for the 2026 tournament starts here.
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The Greyhound Bar & Grill
The Greyhound Bar & Grill is Hidden in Highland Park. This pub serves up smashed‑burgers, Carolina gold wings and craft drafts while screening every big match on wrap‑around TVs. For the 2026 World Cup, expect early open doors, away‐fan flags, sound on for major games and a magnetic global‑soccer crowd.
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Exposition Park
Exposition Park is in the heart of South LA and will be the official Fan Fest and celebration zone for FIFA World Cup 2026. Giant screens, interactive activities, international food trucks, and flags from every nation create a lively festival atmosphere. Expect public programming leading up to the matches, cultural performances, and nonstop fan energy. Arrive early via the Expo Line and bring a folding chair to soak it all in.
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LA Memorial Coliseum
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is a legendary sports cathedral tucked inside Exposition Park, famously hosting two Olympics before and now poised for a massive role in the FIFA World Cup 2026 fan‑festival scene. Expect huge live‑screen setups, cultural showcases, food‑village energy and global fans soaking in the tournament buzz. Pro tip: get there early via the Metro, secure a spot near the historic Olympic torch, and soak in the mix of sport, history and communal roar.
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Stays

The Beverly Hills Hotel
The Beverly Hills Hotel is Hollywood legend with pink façades and palm-lined lawns, where luxury meets casual swagger. For World Cup 2026, it’s a perfect base to dodge traffic to SoFi Stadium, sip a stiff cocktail, and swap match stories with fans while hiding in plain sight from the tourist throngs.
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Downtown LA Proper Hotel
Downtown LA Proper Hotel is a sharp, design-forward hideaway in the beating heart of the city, where sleek rooms and rooftop vibes meet the pulse of LA. For World Cup 2026, it’s ideal for fans chasing post-match energy—grab a cocktail on the rooftop, watch late-night highlights, or stroll to nearby viewing parties. It’s part hotel, part urban playground, where the tournament feels woven into the city’s own rhythm.
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AC Hotel Los Angeles South Bay
AC Hotel Los Angeles South Bay sits just a short drive from SoFi Stadium, making it a no-nonsense, practical base for World Cup 2026 fans. Clean, modern rooms and easy parking let you focus on the matches, while the lobby bar and local eateries give you a taste of LA life without straying far from the stadium buzz. Perfect for those who want to be close to the action without sacrificing comfort.
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Hotel Normandie LA
Hotel Normandie sits like a soft‑spot for L.A.’s hidden history in the heart of Koreatown. Built in 1926, it’s a brick‑and‑neon landmark that survived the rough decades and now hosts boutique rooms with vintage character. For FIFA World Cup 2026 fans looking to stay off the stadium grid yet connected to the action, this is your base camp. Close enough to be part of the downtown buzz, far enough to catch your breath after the matches. Order the burger at the ground‑floor Cassell’s Hamburgers, sip a local craft beer, then hop in for dinner or a late‑night taco run—Koreatown doesn’t slow down. Insider tip: Bring your team’s scarf, walk the block after the match, and you'll feel the hum of global fans and city locals alike.
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The Hoxton, Downtown LA
The Hoxton, Downtown LA is a stylish, buzzy spot that blends exposed brick, cozy nooks, and rooftop views over the city skyline. For World Cup 2026, it’s ideal for fans who want to soak in LA’s energy—grab a drink at the rooftop bar before or after matches, wander nearby markets, and catch impromptu fan gatherings in the lobby. Staying here keeps you plugged into downtown life while still close enough for easy trips to SoFi Stadium and fan zones.
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Experiences

Disneyland Park
An off day from the World Cup is perfect for Disneyland—escape the stadium chaos, dive into rides, parades, and immersive worlds, and soak in the unique magic and wonder only Disney can deliver.
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Hollywood Stars Tour: Walk of Fame, Celebrity Homes, Sunset Strip
Experience Hollywood’s #1 star tour! See celebrity homes in luxury vans with 32" TVs. Explore Mulholland Drive, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Sunset Strip. Day or night tours, fast-paced, one photo stop.
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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
ChatGPT said: Experience Hollywood magic on our Studio Tour! Explore working backlots, Stage 48, and iconic sets. Enjoy Friends Café, Gilmore Girls holidays, DC Universe, and Harry Potter’s enchanted world with expert guides.
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Culture

The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles spotlights the city’s boldest voices. From emerging L.A. painters to boundary-pushing installation artists, each gallery hums with local energy. Expect provocative work that challenges, surprises, and feels unmistakably Los Angeles.
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Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium is pure Los Angeles spectacle. Even on a regular game day, the crowd’s roar, sunset-lit stands, and carnival of food and chants feel like World Cup fever without the ball.
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The Broad
The Broad is L.A.’s art playground, where bold contemporary pieces collide with the city’s restless energy. From Jeff Koons’ shiny sculptures to Kara Walker’s provocative installations, every corner hums with local creativity and fearless ideas.
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Rose Bowl Flea Market
The Rose Bowl isn’t just a stadium—it’s a Southern California institution. Tailgates, packed stands, and local traditions make it a cultural icon. Come 2026, it’ll pulse with World Cup energy, with fan gear, collaborations, and global football fever everywhere.
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Restaurants& Eats

Mariscos Jalisco
Mariscos Jalisco is L.A.’s taco truck legend. Order the shrimp tacos dorados or ceviche tostadas—fresh, messy, unapologetically bold. It’s seafood that hits the ocean and the streets in equal measure.
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Soowon Galbi
Soowon Galbi serves Korean BBQ the way locals crave it: smoky, interactive, and utterly satisfying. Go for galbi ribs or pork belly, grill at your table, and don’t hold back the banchan.
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Nobu Los Angeles
Nobu is sleek L.A. glamour with serious bite. Start with black cod miso, then sashimi or yellowtail jalapeño. Modern, flawless, and expensive—but every dish tastes like cinematic perfection.
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Langer's Delicatessen-Restaurant
Langer’s is the city’s pastrami temple. Order the #19 on rye, slathered in mustard, paired with pickles. Thick, juicy, smoky—this is classic deli theater at its unapologetic best.
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Pitchoun!
Pitchoun! is a Parisian escape in L.A. Grab a croissant, quiche, or buttery baguette sandwich. Light, crisp, and just a touch indulgent, it’s French comfort with West Coast energy.
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