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Boston

USA

65,878

Stadium Capacity

BOS

Main Airport

76°F

June Avg High

Match Types Hosted

Gillette Stadium

Capacity

65,878

Surface

FieldTurf

Opened

2002

Also Home To

NNew England Patriots

MNew England Revolution

Address: 1 Patriot Pl, Foxborough, MA 02035

Match Types Hosted

Group StageRound of 32Round of 16

Getting There

Main Airport

BOS

Boston Logan International Airport

35 miles (45 min - 1.5 hr depending on traffic) to stadium

Public Transit

MetroRideshare

Transit Tips

Commuter rail from Boston South Station to Foxborough on game days. Book early as trains fill up. Driving is common but expect heavy traffic.

Weather & What to Pack

76°F

June High

58°F

June Low

82°F

July High

64°F

July Low

Pleasant summers with lower humidity than southern cities. Evening games comfortable, afternoon games can be warm.

Where to Stay

Foxborough

Stadium location with Patriot Place entertainment district

Back Bay

$$$$

Historic Boston neighborhood with upscale dining

Cambridge

$$$

Harvard/MIT area with diverse food scene

Providence, RI

30 min from stadium, cheaper alternative lodging

Local Soccer Culture

MLS Team

New England Revolution

Supporter Groups

The Midnight RidersThe Rebellion

Insider Tips

1
The stadium is in Foxborough, 35 miles from Boston. Do NOT assume you can hop on a quick train - it's a journey.
2
Commuter rail on game days fills fast. Get tickets on MBTA app in advance and arrive at South Station 30+ min early.
3
Providence, Rhode Island is only 30 min from the stadium - sometimes cheaper hotels and easier travel.
4
Patriots tailgate culture is legendary. Even if you're not tailgating, walk through the lots to soak up the atmosphere.
5
Irish bars in Boston are legit - this isn't tourist Paddy's Day stuff. Real match culture.
6
The Kennedy's: even if you don't care about politics, JFK Library is stunning and usually empty.

Bars & Restaurants

The Banshee

Pub • Dorchester

Arsenal supporters bar, Irish pub with proper football atmosphere

Insider Tip: Get there early on derby days. The Guinness is poured correctly.

Phoenix Landing

Pub • Cambridge

Opens at 7:30am for matches, diverse supporter groups

Insider Tip: Best Irish coffee in the city. Post-match DJ nights get wild.

The Lansdowne Pub

Pub • Fenway

Pre-game spot near Fenway, packed for big matches

Insider Tip: Walking distance to Fenway if you want to catch a Red Sox game.

McGreevy's

Sports Bar • Back Bay

$$$

Historic Boston sports bar since 1894, big screen setup

Insider Tip: Named after a real person who ran Boston's original sports bar in the 1800s.

Neptune Oyster

Restaurant • North End

$$$$

Best lobster roll in Boston - hot butter style

Insider Tip: Cash only. Line starts at 10am for lunch. Go at 4pm to beat dinner rush.

Mike's Pastry

Cafe • North End

Iconic cannoli, always a line

Insider Tip: Locals prefer Modern Pastry next door - same quality, shorter line.

Santarpio's Pizza

Restaurant • East Boston

Boston pizza institution since 1903, wood-fired

Insider Tip: Cash only. The lamb tips are the secret menu item locals order.

Legal Sea Foods

Restaurant • Multiple

$$$

Boston's famous seafood chain, clam chowder is iconic

Insider Tip: The chowder has been served at every presidential inauguration since Reagan.

Pre-Game Spots

Patriot Place

At stadium

Shopping and dining complex attached to stadium. CBS Scene and Bar Louie fill with fans.

Toby Keith's I Love This Bar

At stadium

Country-themed bar at Patriot Place, tailgate vibes indoors.

Gillette parking lots

Stadium lots

Epic NFL-style tailgating. Lots open 4 hours before kickoff.

Must-Try Local Food

Lobster Roll

Buttered split-top roll stuffed with lobster. Hot with butter or cold with mayo.

Where to get it: Neptune Oyster (North End), Row 34 (Fort Point), Luke's Lobster

New England Clam Chowder

Creamy, chunky, no tomatoes (that's Manhattan style). Always say "chowdah."

Where to get it: Legal Sea Foods, Atlantic Fish Co., Union Oyster House

North End Cannoli

Italian pastry with ricotta cream. The North End is Boston's Little Italy.

Where to get it: Modern Pastry (locals pick), Mike's Pastry (tourists), Bova's (24 hours)

Roast Beef 3-Way

North Shore specialty: roast beef with cheese, BBQ sauce, and mayo on an onion roll.

Where to get it: Kelly's Roast Beef (Revere Beach), Nick's Famous (Beverly)

Fan FAQs

How do I get to Foxborough without a car?

Commuter rail from Boston South Station to Foxborough on game days only. Trains run 3 hrs before kickoff and 1 hr after final whistle. Book on MBTA app.

Should I stay in Boston or near the stadium?

Boston for the experience, Foxborough/Providence for convenience. Boston has way more to do, but getting to/from the stadium takes planning.

Can I walk around Boston easily?

Yes! Boston is one of the most walkable US cities. The Freedom Trail is 2.5 miles through historic sites. Public transit (the T) is old but works.

What's the weather like for World Cup matches?

June/July in Boston is pleasant - 75-85°F. Less humid than southern cities. Nights can be cool (60s). Pack layers.

Budget Tips

Stay in Quincy or Braintree - Red Line takes you downtown in 20 min, hotels are 40% cheaper
Get a CharlieCard (not paper tickets) - cheaper per ride on the T
Free stuff: Freedom Trail (self-guided), Harvard Yard, Boston Common, Public Garden
Sam Adams Brewery tour is free (or $2 donation) and includes tastings
North End restaurants are pricey - grab pizza slices and pastries to go instead of sit-down

Hidden Gems

Castle Island - South Boston locals' beach with stunning fort and harbor views. Get Sullivan's hot dogs.
Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum - incredible art collection, beautiful courtyard, $5 off if your name is Isabella.
SoWa Open Market (Sundays) - local artists, vintage, food trucks. Very Boston.
The Mapparium at Mary Baker Eddy Library - walk inside a 3-story stained glass globe. Surreal.

Local Lingo

“Wicked”

Very. "That goal was wicked good."

“The T”

Boston's subway system (MBTA)

“Packie”

Liquor store (package store)

“Southie”

South Boston neighborhood

“Bang a U-ey”

Make a U-turn

Local Voices

Insider tips from the fans who know Boston best

Sam Minton

@samminton_

Instagram4K followers

Midnight Riders Capo

“Foxborough is 30 miles from Boston but it's worth the trek. The tailgate scene is unmatched - Irish pubs meet American BBQ. Find the Midnight Riders bus for the real experience.”

OG SupporterMatch Day Vibes

Kristie Mewis

@kristiemewis

Instagram385K followers

USWNT Midfielder & Boston Native

“Boston bleeds soccer more than people realize. The college soccer scene here is incredible. BC, BU, Harvard, Northeastern - the talent pipeline is real. Catch a game while you're here.”

ProfessionalWomen in Soccer

Marco Pereira

@marco_boston_footy

TikTok22K followers

Portuguese-American Creator

“Cambridge has the biggest Portuguese community outside of Portugal. Hit up Casa Portugal or Atasca for the authentic watch party experience. We go CRAZY for seleção matches.”

Young FanFood & CultureLatino/a

Sarah Chen

@sarahrunssoccer

YouTube45K followers

Soccer & Running Content Creator

“Do the Charles River run the morning of a match - 17 miles of beautiful path from Cambridge to Watertown. Then refuel at Time Out Market before heading to Foxborough. Perfect matchday.”

Women in SoccerTravelProfessional