City Overview
Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles represents the American Dream with palm trees, endless sunshine, and entertainment industry glamour.
From Hollywood to Beverly Hills, beaches to mountains, LA offers unparalleled variety. The sprawling metropolis rewards exploration with hidden gems in every neighbourhood.
The Stadium
SoFi Stadium (Capacity: 70,000)
SoFi Stadium's selection marks a return of major soccer to the City of Angels.
Home to the NFL's Rams and Chargers, SoFi Stadium opened in 2020 with a transparent roof and immersive video displays. The architectural marvel features a 120-yard video board suspended from the roof.
Fan Zones & Public Viewing
Details are still being finalised, but expected locations are:
- LA Live (downtown).
- Grand Park (downtown).
- Santa Monica Pier area.
- Exposition Park.
- Hollywood & Highland area.
Fans Visiting Los Angeles
Los Angeles hosts eight matches in total.
- Friday, 12th June - USA vs Paraguay.
- Monday, 15th June - Iran vs New Zealand.
- Thursday, 18th June - Switzerland vs UEFA A.
- Sunday, 21st June - Belgium vs Iran.
- Thursday, 25th June - UEFA C vs USA.
- Sunday, 28th June - A runner-up vs B runner-up.
- Thursday, 2nd July - H Winner vs J runner-up.
- Friday, 10th July - Winner 93 vs Winner 94.
Getting There
By Air
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located in the Westchester neighbourhood of Los Angeles; five miles from the stadium.
- There is no direct bus from LAX to SoFi Stadium.
- From LAX Terminal 6 Lower Level, you can take services to the LAX/Metro Transit Center.
- From the LAX/Metro Transit Center, there is a free SoFi Stadium Shuttle.
- Getting to the stadium from downtown LA takes around 30-40 minutes.
Accomodation
Where to Stay in Los Angeles
- Downtown LA: Convention centre, arts district.
- Santa Monica: Beach access, walkable.
- Hollywood: Tourist central, entertainment.
- West Hollywood: Nightlife, dining.
- Inglewood: Near stadium, developing area.
- Pasadena: Historic, quieter.
- Venice Beach: Bohemian vibe.
Eat & Drink
Where to Go
- Sports Bars: Yard House, Tom's Urban, The Parlor.
- Tacos: Guerrilla Tacos, Leo's Tacos Truck, Guisados.
- High-End: Providence, n/naka, Republique.
- Food Halls: Grand Central Market, Smorgasburg LA.
- International: Koreatown, Thai Town, Little Tokyo.
Local Cuisine
Highlights
Mexican food (tacos, burritos, street food).
- Asian fusion (especially Korean, Japanese, Thai).
- In-N-Out Burger (California institution).
- Californian cuisine (farm-to-table, fresh).
- Food truck culture.
- Craft cocktails.
- Juice bars and health-conscious options.
Top Attractions
What to See in Los Angeles
- Hollywood Sign and Griffith Observatory.
- Universal Studios Hollywood.
- Getty Center (free admission).
- Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach.
- Rodeo Drive (Beverly Hills).
- The Grove shopping.
- La Brea Tar Pits.
- Sunset Strip.
- Dodger Stadium (baseball).
- Disneyland (45 minutes south).
Getting Around Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a sprawling city with diverse neighbourhoods, iconic attractions, and a reputation for heavy traffic. Fortunately, there are several ways to navigate the city, whether you have a car or not.
- Metro Rail & Buses: The LA Metro system includes both rail and bus lines. The Metro Rail is especially useful for travelling between distant neighbourhoods and avoiding freeway congestion..
- The Expo Line connects Downtown LA to Santa Monica Pier, offering scenic views and convenient stops near major attractions.
- Metro buses, such as the 534 to Malibu and the 720 Wilshire Boulevard bus to Beverly Hills, are also widely used. To ride, get a TAP card, which works on Metro and other local transit systems like the Big Blue Bus.
- Neighbourhood Shuttles: Some areas, like Beverly Hills and Hollywood, have dedicated shuttle routes that loop around popular destinations, including museums, shopping centres, and cultural districts.
- Uber & Lyft: Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are widely available and can be a convenient way to get around, especially if you're travelling late at night or to areas less served by public transit. You can request a ride at any time, making it easy to reach restaurants, attractions, or your hotel without worrying about parking.
Practical Tips
- Traffic among worst in nation; use GPS with traffic.
- Everything is far apart; plan accordingly
- June gloom (marine layer mornings) possible.
- Sunscreen essential year-round.
- Tipping: 18-20%s.
- Legal drinking age: 21.
- Parking is expensive; valet common.
- Celebrity sightings possible, act cool.
- Sales tax: 9.5%.
- TAP card for Metro.
- Diverse neighbourhoods; research areas.
- Casual dress code (even upscale).
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