Atlanta World Cup 2026
The ATL hosts 7 matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium — France & Argentina coming to Georgia
🏟️ Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta GA • 👥 Capacity: 71,000 • 🎫 Matches: 7 games incl. France & Argentina • ✈️ Airport: ATL Hartsfield-Jackson (25 min via MARTA)
🏙️ ATL — A World-Class Football City
Atlanta is home to one of the most passionate MLS fan bases in the world — Atlanta United FC routinely sells 70,000+ at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The world's busiest airport (Hartsfield-Jackson) makes Atlanta one of the most accessible host cities in the tournament, and the stadium itself is widely considered the most beautiful football venue in North America.
7
WC Matches
71,000
Capacity
32°C
Avg June high
⚽ World Cup 2026 Matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
| Date | Match | Time (UTC) | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-14 | France vs Morocco | 21:00 UTC | Group I |
| 2026-06-17 | Argentina vs South Korea | 18:00 UTC | Group A |
| 2026-06-20 | Senegal vs Serbia | 21:00 UTC | Group J |
| 2026-06-23 | France vs Albania | 18:00 UTC | Group I |
| 2026-06-26 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-07-02 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Round of 32 |
| 2026-07-06 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Round of 16 |
⚡ France and Argentina in Atlanta — this stadium will be at full voice for these legendary nations!
🏨 Hotels & Accommodation
💡 Stay Downtown: The Omni at CNN Center and Westin Peachtree Plaza are walking distance to Mercedes-Benz Stadium AND to Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and Centennial Park.
InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luxury • Buckhead
📍 12 km from Mercedes-Benz Stadium
✨ One of Atlanta's finest hotels in the upscale Buckhead neighborhood. Easy ride to stadium.
Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Location • Downtown (stadium adjacent)
📍 5 min walk to Mercedes-Benz
✨ Connected to CNN Center, steps from Centennial Olympic Park and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Prime match-day spot.
Westin Peachtree Plaza
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Downtown Landmark • Downtown Atlanta
📍 10 min walk to stadium
✨ Iconic revolving Sun Dial restaurant atop tower. Right in downtown with easy stadium walk.
Atlanta Marriott Marquis
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Convention • Downtown
📍 15 min walk to stadium
✨ Massive convention hotel with stunning atrium. Walking distance to stadium and Centennial Park.
Glenn Hotel Autograph Collection
⭐⭐⭐ Boutique • Downtown
📍 10 min walk to stadium
✨ Boutique rooftop pool hotel in Downtown Atlanta. Great for budget-conscious travellers who want character.
Moxy Atlanta Midtown
⭐⭐⭐ Budget-Friendly • Midtown
📍 3 km from stadium
✨ Modern budget-friendly option in trendy Midtown. MARTA rail to stadium in 10 minutes.
🍑 Top Attractions in Atlanta
Centennial Olympic Park
Historic Park 📍 5 min walk from Mercedes-Benz
Legacy of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. Fountain of Rings water feature, World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium all nearby.
Georgia Aquarium
Must-Visit 📍 10 min walk from stadium
One of the world's largest aquariums. Whale sharks, beluga whales, manta rays. Plan 3-4 hours. Book ahead!
World of Coca-Cola
Cultural Attraction 📍 10 min walk from stadium
Explore the history of Coca-Cola, invented in Atlanta in 1886. Taste 100+ global Coke products in the tasting room.
Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site
Historic / Cultural 📍 3 km from stadium
Birth home, church, gravesite, and museum dedicated to Dr. King. One of the most important historic sites in America.
Little Five Points & Inman Park
Neighborhood 📍 5 km from stadium
Atlanta's Bohemian neighborhood. Independent music venues, vintage shops, eclectic restaurants, craft beer scene.
Piedmont Park
Urban Park 📍 4 km from stadium
200-acre park in Midtown. Jogging paths, Atlanta BeltLine access, swimming pool (seasonal), amazing skyline views.
Stone Mountain Park
Nature / History 📍 25 km from downtown
World's largest exposed granite monolith. Hiking, cable car, laser show. Controversial Confederate carving on face.
Ponce City Market
Food & Retail 📍 4 km from stadium
Massive mixed-use market in a historic Sears building on the Atlanta BeltLine. Best food hall in Atlanta.
🚇 Getting to Mercedes-Benz Stadium
1. MARTA Rail (Red/Gold Line)
⏱️ 10-20 mins from airport or downtown • 💰 $2.50
MARTA Vine City station is a 5-min walk from Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Also accessible from State Farm Arena / CNN Center stations.
2. MARTA from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
⏱️ 20-25 mins to Five Points • 💰 $2.50
Hartsfield-Jackson has direct MARTA Gold Line to downtown Five Points station. Then transfer to Red/Gold to Vine City. Total: 35 mins.
3. Walking from Downtown Hotels
⏱️ 5-15 mins • 💰 Free
The Omni, Westin, and Marriott Marquis are all within walking distance of Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
4. Uber/Lyft Rideshare
⏱️ 10-25 mins from midtown • 💰 $15-30
Good option from Midtown/Buckhead hotels. Surge pricing on match days — MARTA is better value.
5. Shuttle Bus (match day)
⏱️ 20-30 mins • 💰 $10-15
Official World Cup shuttles from Centennial Park area and major hotels on match days. Check FIFA/ATL 2026 for schedule.
🏆 ATL Advantage: Hartsfield-Jackson is the world's busiest airport with non-stop flights from almost everywhere. MARTA runs directly from the airport to Vine City station (stadium). Best airport-to-stadium access combination of any US host city!
💰 Daily Budget (Atlanta)
Budget Trip
Mid-Range
Luxury
💡 Atlanta is one of the most affordable major US cities for World Cup visitors — great value!
📋 Pro Tips for Atlanta
- MARTA is the move: MARTA rail from airport and downtown to Vine City station — skip the traffic on match days
- Georgia Aquarium: World's largest aquarium is steps from the stadium — book tickets in advance, it sells out
- HEAT WARNING: Atlanta in June = 32-35°C with high humidity. Stadium has no roof but excellent shade sections — plan accordingly
- Stay downtown: Walking distance to stadium, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and Centennial Park
- Martin Luther King site: One of the most powerful and important historic experiences in the US — don't skip it
- Ponce City Market: Best food hall in Atlanta for pre/post-match dining on the BeltLine
- ATL United fans: Atlanta United FC fans (the Five Stripes) are legendary — you'll see their influence in the stadium atmosphere
- Sweet Auburn: The historic Black neighborhood where Dr. King was born — rich in history, culture, and food