Mexico · 5 Matches

Monterrey Travel Guide

Everything you need to plan your World Cup 2026 trip to Monterrey — flights, hotels, transport, food, and match-day tips at Estadio Monterrey.

Estadio Monterrey

Estadio BBVA

Capacity

53,460

Matches

5

Deepest round

Round of 32

Roof

Open-air

Surface

Hybrid natural grass

Timezone

CT (UTC-5)

Weather (Jun–Jul)

23–35°C / 73–95°F

Airport

Monterrey International (MTY)

Getting There — MTY

Fly into Monterrey International (MTY). Book flights 6–9 months ahead for the best prices. Compare on Google Flights, Skyscanner, or Kayak.

Getting Around

Monterrey has a Metro system (2 lines) and Ecovía BRT. Estadio BBVA is accessible by Metro + short ride-share. Uber is widely available and affordable ($3–8 for most trips).

Where to Stay

Centro ($40–90/night) and San Pedro Garza García ($80–180 for luxury). Budget-friendly compared to US cities. Hotels near the stadium are limited — stay in Centro and take transit. **Best neighborhoods:** Barrio Antiguo for nightlife and food, Centro for budget stays, San Pedro for upscale, Fundidora Park area for family-friendly activities.

Weather — 23–35°C / 73–95°F

The World Cup runs June 11 – July 19 (summer). Monterrey averages 23–35°C / 73–95°F during this period. Estadio BBVA is open-air — dress for the weather and bring sunscreen.

Food & Drink

Known for cabrito (roasted goat), carne asada, machacado (dried beef), and craft beer. Barrio Antiguo has the best restaurant concentration. Monterrey's craft beer scene rivals any in Mexico.

💡 Insider Tips

  • 1Monterrey is HOT (73–95°F) and surrounded by mountains — humidity can be intense
  • 2Estadio BBVA is modern and beautiful but open-air — bring sun protection
  • 3The city is industrial but the surrounding Sierra Madre mountains offer stunning day trips
  • 4Monterrey is just 2.5 hours from the US border (Laredo, TX)