8 Days West Coast Tour
Pacific coast journey through three distinct football cultures
The West Coast Tour showcases America's Pacific seaboard from Seattle to LA. Experience Seattle's passionate supporter culture, the Bay Area's tech-meets-soccer scene, and finish in the entertainment capital at SoFi Stadium. This trip works great with flights between cities or an epic coastal road trip.
Budget Breakdown
- Hostels & budget hotels
- Street food & casual dining
- Public transit
- 3-4 star hotels
- Mix of restaurants
- Transit + some rideshare
- 5-star hotels & suites
- Fine dining
- Private car & VIP transfers
Estimates include flights, accommodation, World Cup tickets, food, and local transport.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in the Emerald City
Arrive at SEA-TAC Airport
travelCheck in Downtown, explore Pike Place Market
sightseeingDon't just see the fish throwing - explore the lower levels
Dinner in Capitol Hill neighborhood
foodCraft beer tour - Seattle has 100+ breweries
nightlifeMatch Day at Lumen Field
Coffee at the original Starbucks
foodSkip this tourist trap - go to Elm Coffee Roasters instead
March to the Match with Sounders supporters
sightseeingECS (Emerald City Supporters) organize the best marches
World Cup match at Lumen Field
matchPost-game at bars in Pioneer Square
nightlifeSeattle Exploration
Visit Space Needle and Chihuly Garden
sightseeingFerry to Bainbridge Island
sightseeingBest views of Seattle skyline
Seafood dinner in Ballard
foodFly to San Francisco
Fly Seattle to SFO (2 hours)
travelCheck in near Union Square or SOMA
restWalk across Golden Gate Bridge at sunset
sightseeingDress warm - it's always cold on the bridge
Dinner in the Mission District
foodMatch Day at Levi's Stadium
Explore Fisherman's Wharf (or skip if touristy isn't your thing)
sightseeingCaltrain to Santa Clara (1 hour)
travelSpecial match day trains run
World Cup match at Levi's Stadium
matchBring sunscreen - no shade in most sections
Return to SF, drinks in North Beach
nightlifeBay Area Day
Alcatraz tour (book 2+ weeks ahead)
sightseeingExplore Haight-Ashbury or Castro
sightseeingWatch matches at Mad Dog in the Fog
nightlifeBest soccer bar in SF
Fly to LA
Fly SFO to LAX (1.5 hours)
travelCheck in near Santa Monica or Hollywood
restBeach sunset at Santa Monica Pier
sightseeingTacos in East LA
foodBest Mexican food north of the border
Match Day at SoFi & Departure
Breakfast in Venice Beach
foodPre-game near SoFi in Inglewood
sightseeingWorld Cup match at SoFi Stadium
matchThe Infinity Screen is 70,000 sq ft of LED!
Depart from LAX
travelAllow extra time - LAX traffic is brutal
Trip Highlights
- Seattle's legendary Sounders supporter culture
- Tech-forward Levi's Stadium in the Bay Area
- SoFi Stadium's incredible Infinity Screen
- Beautiful Pacific Coast Highway (if driving)
- Best weather of any itinerary
Packing Essentials
- Layers - SF is always 15°F cooler than expected
- Sunglasses and sunscreen for LA
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Rain jacket for Seattle (just in case)
- Beach gear for LA
Travel Tips
Flights between cities are affordable and save lots of time
LA requires a car - rent one for days 7-8
San Francisco is walkable downtown, but Uber for hills and distance
Seattle is compact - no car needed
Book Alcatraz tickets 2-3 weeks in advance
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