Toronto World Cup 2026
Canada's largest city & home of the Canadian team's opener at BMO Field
🏟️ Venue: BMO Field, Exhibition Place • 👥 Capacity: 45,736 (expanded for WC) • 🎫 Matches: 6 games incl. Canada opener • ✈️ Airport: Pearson (25 min via UP Express)
🍁 Canada's Host City
Toronto is Canada's largest and most cosmopolitan city, home to 200+ spoken languages, world-class food, and BMO Field — one of North America's most soccer-specific stadiums. The fan energy here will be electric!
6
WC Matches
45,736
Capacity
200+
Languages spoken
⚽ World Cup 2026 Matches at BMO Field
| Date | Match | Time (UTC) | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-12 | Canada vs Trinidad & Tobago 🍁 | 19:00 UTC | Group B - Canada opener! |
| 2026-06-20 | Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire | 19:00 UTC | Group E |
| 2026-06-23 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-06-26 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-06-29 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Group Stage |
| 2026-07-02 | TBD vs TBD | TBD | Round of 32 |
🍁 Canada's home opener is one of the most anticipated Canadian sports events ever!
🏨 Hotels & Accommodation
Fairmont Royal York
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Historic Luxury • Downtown (Union Station)
📍 3.5 km to BMO Field
✨ Across from Union Station, legendary Toronto hotel since 1929
Shangri-La Toronto
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luxury • Downtown
📍 3 km to BMO Field
✨ Stunning pool, world-class spa and dining
Bisha Hotel Toronto
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Boutique • Entertainment District
📍 1.5 km to BMO Field
✨ Near TIFF Bell Lightbox, trendy rooftop bar, walkable to stadium
Hotel X Toronto
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Location • Exhibition Place (next to stadium)
📍 0.5 km to BMO Field
✨ CLOSEST hotel to BMO Field — walk to every match
Delta Hotels Toronto
⭐⭐⭐ Mid-Range • Downtown
📍 2 km to BMO Field
✨ Good value downtown option, streetcar to stadium
Airbnb in King West / Liberty Village
⭐⭐⭐ Budget-Friendly • King West
📍 1-2 km to BMO Field
✨ Trendy neighborhood closest to stadium, great dining & bars
🏙️ Top Attractions in Toronto
CN Tower
Iconic Landmark 📍 2 km from BMO Field
553m tower with 360° restaurant and glass floor observation deck. Best city views in the world.
Toronto Islands
Nature Escape 📍 3 km (ferry from downtown)
Car-free island park with incredible CN Tower skyline views, beaches, bike rentals, and picnic areas. Take the ferry!
Distillery District
Historic Arts 📍 4 km from BMO Field
Victorian industrial architecture turned arts & culture hub. Galleries, restaurants, cafés, artisan shops.
Kensington Market
Local Culture 📍 3 km from BMO Field
Eclectic bohemian market neighborhood. Vintage shops, international food, street art, vibrant multicultural scene.
Royal Ontario Museum (ROM)
Museum 📍 6 km from BMO Field
Canada's largest museum. World-class collections covering natural history, art, and world cultures.
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
Family/Fun 📍 2 km from BMO Field
World-class aquarium under the CN Tower. Sharks, rays, and an underwater tunnel. Perfect for families.
Niagara Falls Day Trip
Day Trip 📍 130 km (1.5 hrs)
One of the world's natural wonders. GO Train or bus available from Union Station. Don't miss it!
FIFA Fan Festival — Fort York
World Cup Fan Zone 📍 1 km from BMO Field
Free official fan festival running June 11–July 19. Giant screens, music, food, all-day entertainment.
🚇 Getting to BMO Field
1. Streetcar 509 / 511 (TTC)
⏱️ 10-15 mins from downtown • 💰 CAD $3.30
Most convenient for downtown hotels. Stops at Princes' Blvd, short walk to BMO Field
2. GO Train (Lakeshore West Line)
⏱️ 5-10 mins • 💰 CAD $6-8
Best option on match day. Exhibition GO Station drops you directly at stadium gates — beats all traffic
3. Uber/Lyft Rideshare
⏱️ 10-20 mins • 💰 CAD $15-30
Good option from further hotels. Surge pricing expected on match days
4. From Pearson Airport (UP Express)
⏱️ 25 mins to Union Station • 💰 CAD $12.35
UP Express from Pearson to Union Station (25 min), then streetcar or taxi to BMO Field
5. Walking from King West
⏱️ 15-20 mins • 💰 Free
Liberty Village and King West residents can walk to BMO Field along Lake Shore Blvd
🏆 Best Option: GO Train to Exhibition Station drops you directly at BMO Field gates. Fastest and most stress-free way on match day.
💰 Daily Budget (Toronto — in CAD)
Budget Trip
Mid-Range
Luxury
💱 CAD to USD rate approximately 0.73 (varies). Check current exchange rates.
📋 Pro Tips for Toronto
- Canada opener: Canada vs Trinidad & Tobago (June 12) will be electric — book tickets far in advance
- GO Train is king: Best stadium transport, Exhibition GO station drops you right at BMO Field gates
- Visit Niagara Falls: 1.5 hrs away — absolutely worth a day trip, one of Earth's great natural wonders
- Toronto Islands: Take the ferry for incredible skyline views — perfect half-day activity
- Weather: Toronto in June = 20-28°C, generally pleasant. Rain is possible, bring a light jacket
- Currency: Canadian dollars (CAD). Cards accepted everywhere, but have some cash for markets
- Food scene: Toronto has the most diverse food scene in North America — explore Chinatown, Little Italy, Greektown
- Fan Festival: Fort York (June 11–July 19) is free, right next to the stadium. Perfect for fan atmosphere