Atlanta is bracing to host World Cup fans from around the globe and has something for everyone to enjoy. The city offers 90-degree temperatures, but visitors can relax in Piedmont Park, shopping at Ponce City Market, enjoying the Georgia Aquarium, etc.
A general view of Mercedes-Benz Stadium during the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Miami Dolphins on Oct 26, 2025 in Atlanta .
ATLANTA — Atlanta is bracing to host World Cup fans from around the globe and has something for everyone to enjoy. Visitors should prepare for June and July temperatures averaging nearly 90 degrees, but the city known for its sports culture and Southern hospitality is ready to host one of the world's largest sporting events.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, renamed Atlanta Stadium in accordance with FIFA regulations, will host eight matches, starting with group-stage matches in mid-June and ending with a semifinal match on July 15. Piedmont Park is known as the Central Park of the South. Located in midtown, the park boasts nearly 200 acres of green space, walking trails, recreational sport facilities and a lake with a fishing dock.
Ponce City Market is a must-visit for shopping and restaurants ranging from Italian to Michelin-recognised Indian street food. There are several options for fans looking to escape the heat, including the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, College Football Hall of Fame, Centre for Human and Civil Rights, the King Centre and High Museum of Art. The 404 is known for its lemon pepper wings, and in a sea of great options, The Local is a fan favourite.
It's not a trip to the South without some good barbecue, either. Fox Bros Barbecue and Sweet Auburn are both within 20 minutes of the stadium — traffic permitting. Centennial Olympic Park, constructed for the 1996 Olympic games, will host the Fifa Fan Festival from June 11 to July 19. The free event will feature live match broadcasts, concerts, local food vendors, interactive games and cultural programming.
The city is also home to MARTA, the nation's ninth-largest public transit system, which offers bus, rail and paratransit services. The Benz, as local fans know it, is no stranger to hosting football matches. The stadium can accommodate up to 75,000 people with expanded seating for special events. The Benz has hosted several major sporting events, including Super Bowl LIII in 2019 and the 2025 College Football Playoff national championship.
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