Los Angeles
USA
SoFi Stadium
Getting There
Metro K Line has station at SoFi. LA traffic is notorious - use Metro on game days. Allow extra time.
Weather & What to Pack
Mediterranean climate. Pleasant temperatures year-round. Coastal areas cooler.
Where to Stay
Santa Monica
$$$Beach town with pier and promenade
Downtown LA
$$$Arts district, growing food scene
Hollywood
$$$Iconic entertainment district
Inglewood
$$Closest to stadium, revitalizing
Local Soccer Culture
Insider Tips
- 1
LA TRAFFIC IS REAL. Leave 2x earlier than you think. Use Metro on game days.
- 2
SoFi Stadium is in Inglewood, near LAX. Not Hollywood, not downtown. Plan accordingly.
- 3
The Metro K Line goes directly to SoFi. Use it. Don't drive unless you have to.
- 4
LA has the largest Mexican population outside of Mexico. The soccer culture is INTENSE.
- 5
El Trafico (LAFC vs Galaxy) is the hottest rivalry in MLS. Fans are passionate.
- 6
In-N-Out is the move. Don't overthink it. Animal style everything.
Bars & Restaurants
The Greyhound
Chelsea supporters bar, British expat central
Tom's Watch Bar
360-degree TV setup, huge space
The Village Idiot
British gastropub with quality food and screens
In-N-Out Burger
California fast food religion. Animal style or don't bother.
Langer's Deli
Best pastrami sandwich outside NYC (some say better)
Guerrilla Tacos
Elevated street tacos, James Beard nominated
Grand Central Market
Food hall since 1917. Eggslut, Tacos Tumbras, everything.
Pre-Game Spots
Hollywood Park area
At stadiumNew development around SoFi with restaurants and bars.
Downtown LA
10 milesArts district and downtown have pre-game spots. Take Metro to stadium.
Koreatown
8 milesKorean BBQ, karaoke, bars. Very LA. Uber to stadium.
Must-Try Local Food
Tacos
LA has more authentic Mexican food than any US city. Street tacos are everywhere.
In-N-Out Burger
Double-Double Animal Style. California's gift to fast food.
Korean BBQ
Grill your own meat at the table. LA has the best KBBQ outside Korea.
Avocado Toast
Yes, it's an LA cliché. Yes, it's actually good.
Fan FAQs
How bad is LA traffic?
Legendary. Add 30-60 min to any drive during rush hour (7-10am, 4-7pm). Use Metro for game days.
Where is SoFi Stadium?
Inglewood, near LAX airport. Not Hollywood, not downtown. Metro K Line goes there. It's the newest, nicest NFL stadium.
Santa Monica, Hollywood, or Downtown?
Santa Monica for beach vibes, Hollywood for tourists, Downtown for food/arts. DTLA is closest to stadium via Metro.
Do I need a car?
For exploring yes. For game day use Metro K Line. LA is sprawling - Uber/Lyft between neighborhoods, then walk.
Budget Tips
- Stay in Koreatown or Downtown - cheaper than Westside, close to Metro
- Metro day pass is cheap - use it for stadium access
- Taco trucks are cheap and amazing. Skip overpriced restaurants.
- Free stuff: Griffith Observatory (parking is tough), Venice Boardwalk, The Broad (free timed tickets)
- Happy hour is big in LA - most places 4-7pm
Hidden Gems
- Griffith Observatory - stunning views, free entry (parking is the hard part)
- The Last Bookstore - Instagram-famous bookstore but actually cool
- Venice Canals - quieter than the boardwalk, beautiful to walk
- Elysian Park - local hike near Dodger Stadium, avoids Runyon Canyon crowds
Local Lingo
Local Voices
Insider tips from the fans who know Los Angeles best
The 3252
@the3252LAFC Supporters Union
“SoFi is incredible but the Banc of California Stadium downtown has the best atmosphere in MLS. Come to an LAFC match while you're here - standing room, smokebombs, the whole European ultras experience.”
Chicharito
@ch14_LA Galaxy Legend
“LA is Mexico's second home - the community here is massive. When El Tri plays at SoFi, it will be like playing in Azteca. Head to East LA for the real Mexican food and fan atmosphere.”
Christen Press
@christenpressAngel City FC Owner & USWNT
“Women's soccer in LA is exploding - Angel City proved there's a market. The energy at our matches is incredible. Hit up Highland Park before games - best craft beer and taco scene in LA.”
LA Galaxy Dave
@lagalaxy_daveLA Soccer Content Creator
“The Metro K Line to SoFi is a game-changer. Don't drive - LA traffic on match day is criminal. Take the train and skip the $60 parking. Bars on Crenshaw near the station are the pre-game move.”
Plan Your Los Angeles Trip
Mid-range: hotel, food, transport, activities
Matches in Los Angeles
estimated matches
Highlights
- Newest NFL stadium, state-of-the-art
- Hollywood and entertainment capital
- Huge Hispanic soccer fanbase
- El Trafico rivalry between LA Galaxy and LAFC
Accounts to Follow
Stadium Location
33.9535, -118.3392
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