Boston
United States
America's cradle of liberty meets legendary sports town! Boston brings Revolutionary history, world-class universities, passionate fans, and incredible seafood to World Cup 2026.
Getting There
By Air
Logan International (BOS) - major hub with excellent connections.
Only 3 miles from downtown!
From Logan
- • Blue Line (T) - $2.90 to downtown
- • Silver Line (SL1) - Free to South Station
- • Water Taxi - Scenic option to downtown
Getting to Gillette Stadium
Important: Stadium is in Foxborough
Gillette Stadium is 30 miles south of Boston in Foxborough. Plan transportation in advance!
MBTA Commuter Rail (Best Option)
Special match day trains from South Station and Back Bay to Foxborough. Check MBTA schedule.
Official Shuttles
FIFA will operate shuttle buses from Boston. Details available closer to tournament.
Driving
Stadium off I-95/Route 1. Extensive parking. Expect heavy traffic post-match.
Where to Stay
Downtown / Back Bay
Central location, near South Station for stadium trains. Freedom Trail accessible.
From $250/night
Beacon Hill / North End
Charming neighborhoods, cobblestone streets, Italian restaurants.
From $300/night
Cambridge
Harvard and MIT. Red Line to downtown. More affordable options.
From $180/night
Foxborough / Providence
Near stadium or stay in Providence, RI (25 min away).
From $150/night
Must-See Attractions
Freedom Trail
2.5-mile walk through 16 historic sites including Paul Revere's house.
Harvard & MIT
Walk the campuses of the world's top universities in Cambridge.
Fenway Park
America's oldest ballpark. Tour available even on non-game days.
Boston Common
America's oldest public park, adjacent to Boston Public Garden.
Museum of Fine Arts
One of the largest art museums in America.
New England Aquarium
Giant ocean tank, penguins, whale watching trips.
Food & Drink
Boston Classics
- • New England clam chowder (Legal Sea Foods)
- • Lobster roll (Neptune Oyster, Row 34)
- • Boston cream pie (Omni Parker House)
- • Oysters (Island Creek, B&G Oysters)
- • Cannoli (Mike's Pastry, Modern Pastry)
Neighborhoods
- • North End - Little Italy, pasta, pastries
- • South Boston - Irish pubs, oyster bars
- • Chinatown - Authentic Asian food
- • Cambridge - Farm-to-table, craft beer
- • Seaport - Trendy restaurants, waterfront
Match Day Tips
- • Plan stadium transport early - Foxborough is 30 miles from Boston
- • Use commuter rail - Special trains on match days from South Station
- • Walk the Freedom Trail - Perfect way to explore before a match
- • Try the seafood - Lobster rolls and clam chowder are must-eats
- • Wear layers - Boston weather can be unpredictable
- • Book cannoli in North End - Lines at Mike's Pastry get long!
Cost Guide
Quick Facts
Weather: Variable, 70-80°F
Currency: USD ($)
Time Zone: EDT (UTC-4)
Transit: MBTA (The T)
Vibe: Historic, academic, sports-mad
Gillette Stadium
Home of the 6x Super Bowl champion Patriots and Revolution. In Foxborough, MA.
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