Seattle
United States
The Emerald City brings stunning Pacific Northwest beauty, legendary coffee culture, innovative tech, and one of the loudest stadiums in the world to World Cup 2026!
Getting There
By Air
Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA) - major hub for Alaska, Delta, and international flights.
From SEA Airport
- • Link Light Rail - $3 to downtown (40 min)
- • Uber/Lyft - $35-50 to downtown
- • Rental Car - Not needed for city exploring
Getting to Lumen Field
Link Light Rail (Perfect!)
Stadium station is literally AT Lumen Field. Take the 1 Line from anywhere on the line.
Walking
Stadium is in the SoDo district, walking distance from downtown and Pioneer Square hotels.
Ferry
If coming from Bainbridge or Bremerton, ferry to downtown then walk or light rail.
Where to Stay
Downtown / Pioneer Square
Walking distance to Lumen Field. Pike Place, waterfront all accessible.
From $200/night
Pike Place / Waterfront
Near the famous market and waterfront. Tourist central but memorable.
From $250/night
Capitol Hill
Seattle's hip neighborhood. Bars, restaurants, LGBTQ+ friendly. Light rail connected.
From $180/night
University District
Near UW campus. More affordable, light rail to stadium.
From $140/night
Must-See Attractions
Pike Place Market
Iconic market, fish throwing, original Starbucks.
Space Needle
Seattle's iconic observation tower with rotating glass floor.
Chihuly Garden
Stunning glass art installations near Space Needle.
Museum of Pop Culture
Music, sci-fi, and pop culture in iconic Gehry building.
Mount Rainier
Day trip to stunning volcanic peak (2 hours).
Ferry Rides
Scenic ferries to Bainbridge Island or Bremerton.
Food & Drink
Seattle Essentials
- • Coffee (Starbucks Reserve, Victrola, Storyville)
- • Seafood (Pike Place chowder, oysters)
- • Salmon (Cedar-planked, smoked)
- • Dungeness crab (seasonal)
- • Teriyaki (Seattle-style, everywhere!)
Food Neighborhoods
- • Capitol Hill - Diverse, trendy dining
- • International District - Asian cuisine
- • Ballard - Breweries, seafood
- • Fremont - Quirky, local favorites
- • Pike Place - Fresh everything!
Match Day Tips
- • Take the light rail - Stadium station is right at Lumen Field
- • Bring layers - Seattle weather can change quickly
- • Join the March to the Match - ECS leads supporters from Occidental Park
- • Visit Pike Place in the morning before a match
- • Prepare for noise - Lumen Field is LOUD
- • Coffee first - Seattle runs on espresso
Cost Guide
Quick Facts
Weather: Mild, 65-75°F (can rain!)
Currency: USD ($)
Time Zone: PDT (UTC-7)
Transit: Link Light Rail
Vibe: Coffee, tech, outdoorsy
Lumen Field
World's loudest stadium! Home of Sounders and Seahawks.
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