Boston Stadium
Gillette Stadium
Capacity
64,628
Matches
7
Deepest round
Quarterfinal
Roof
Open-air
Surface
Hybrid grass
Timezone
ET (UTC-4)
Weather (Jun–Jul)
17–27°C / 63–81°F
Airport
Boston Logan International (BOS)
Getting There — BOS
Fly into Boston Logan International (BOS). Book flights 6–9 months ahead for the best prices. Compare on Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Kayak.
Getting Around
Gillette Stadium is in Foxborough, 30 miles south of Boston. No direct rail connection — FIFA shuttle buses from Boston will be essential. MBTA commuter rail reaches nearby stations on match days (special service expected).
Where to Stay
Boston hotels ($200–400/night) are pricey. Cambridge and Somerville offer alternatives. Providence, RI (1 hour south) is significantly cheaper and closer to Foxborough. **Best neighborhoods:** Back Bay for upscale, North End for Italian food, Seaport for modern dining, Cambridge for Harvard/MIT vibes. Beacon Hill is charming for walks.
Weather — 17–27°C / 63–81°F
The World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 (summer). Boston / Foxborough averages 17–27°C / 63–81°F during this period. Gillette Stadium is open-air — dress for the weather and bring sunscreen.
Food & Drink
Seafood is king — New England clam chowder, lobster rolls, and oysters. The North End (Little Italy) is excellent. Cambridge/Somerville has incredible diverse dining. Faneuil Hall for the touristy but fun food hall.
💡 Insider Tips
- 1Gillette Stadium is NOT in Boston — it's 30 miles south in Foxborough
- 2Consider staying in Providence, RI — it's closer to the stadium than Boston
- 3Gillette is open-air — Boston summers are warm (63–81°F) but evenings cool down
- 4The Freedom Trail is a great way to spend a non-match day in the city