Plan Your Trip to SEA 26

Everything you need to know about booking flights, accommodations, and getting around Seattle.

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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

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Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

Places to Stay

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City Transportation

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Border & International Visitor Information

Featured Downtown Seattle Hotels

Explore the best places to stay near Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) and major fan celebration locations.

Stadium Fan Celebrations Hotels

Visitor Centers

Maps

Accessible Travel Guide

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Pacific Science Center. Photo: Rachael Jones

Explore Seattle

Between matches, discover why Seattle is one of the most exciting World Cup host cities! Stroll through the iconic Pike Place Market, sip world-class coffee, and enjoy incredible dining from global flavors to fresh Northwest seafood. Take in stunning waterfront views, explore vibrant neighborhoods, and visit must-see attractions like the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass. Whether you’re here for the soccer or the city vibes, Seattle has something unforgettable waiting for you.

Everything to Plan Your Visit >>

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Getting Around

Seattle is one of the most walkable host cities for the World Cup™, making it easy to soak up the excitement on foot. Walk from downtown to Seattle’s stadium, Fan Celebration, top attractions, and iconic spots like Pike Place Market—while enjoying incredible restaurants and coffee shops along the way.

Traverse the Emerald City

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2023 Destination Photos Rachael Jones for Visit Seattle Bar Bar SLU

Seattle Culture: What to Expect

Know what to expect during your time in Seattle, from tipping in restaurants to local laws about alcohol use.

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Book with Purpose

Visit Seattle is proud to partner with Crewfare to welcome fans from around the world this summer. Crewfare’s community-focused platform makes it easy and affordable to book your stay—while also giving back. A portion of each booking supports local initiatives that strengthen our downtown neighborhoods, helping create a lasting impact beyond the tournament.

Book Your Stay

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Seattle Facts

Population: Over 800,000 residents live in the Greater Seattle area

Weather: Seattle receives fewer inches of rain than Houston, New York, and Chicago. In fact, Seattle is #35 of 50 major cities when ranked from most to least rainfall. That means 2/3 of major cities receive more rain than Seattle.

Top Attraction: Pike Place Market was founded in 1907, making it one of the oldest continuously operated farmers’ markets in the U.S.

Sports: Seattle has a vibrant, passionate, and proudly loyal professional sports scene. It is home of the MLS Seattle Sounders FC, NFL Seattle Seahawks, NHL Seattle Kraken, NWSL Seattle Reign, WNBA Seattle Storm, and MLS Seattle Mariners.

The City: Seattle doesn’t revolve around just one urban core—instead, it offers a patchwork of diverse, walkable neighborhoods, each offering its own take on culture, cuisine, and community.

Getting Around: Seattle is one of the most walkable host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with its stadium just steps from downtown. In the summer, the city comes alive with long, sunny days and mild temperatures—perfect for exploring neighborhoods, catching a match, and soaking up the electric atmosphere around Seattle’s passionate sports scene.

Mother Nature: In Seattle, sustainability is not just a trend, it is woven into the city’s identity. From mandated composting to garbage trucks that run on biodiesel, Seattle consistently ranks as one of the most sustainable cities in the country.

Economic Growth: Seattle recently completed a $1B+ Waterfront transformation that features a 20-acre park, The Overlook walk, which is an elevated walkway to Pike Place Market, a new wing and gathering space at the Seattle Aquarium, and two piers with outdoor event spaces.

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