Lincoln Financial Field
About the stadium
United States
Philadelphia
Capacity
69,176
FIFA Official Name
Philadelphia Stadium
How to get there
Address
1 Lincoln Financial Field Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
GPS Coordinates
39.9008, -75.1675
Transportation
Metro
SEPTA Broad Street Line - NRG Station
Airport
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) - 12 km
Parking
19,000 spaces
Scheduled matches
4 matches at this venue01:00 AM
Mon, Jun 15
07:00 PM
Fri, Jun 19
07:00 PM
Mon, Jun 22
01:00 AM
Sun, Jun 28
About the city
Philadelphia is the birthplace of American independence, home to the Liberty Bell and rich in colonial history and gastronomy.
Travel Guide
Philadelphia
Getting There
Main Airport
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Transport Options
Fare to downtown
Pickup at designated zone
Train every 30 min to downtown.
Public Transit
SEPTA operates subway, buses, and regional rail. Lincoln Financial Field is at the Sports Complex (6 km from downtown). Broad Street Line to NRG Station.
Match Day Tips
Stadium is close to downtown. Broad Street Line subway is the best option. Arrive 2-3 hours early. Special shuttles run on match days.
Where to Eat
Philadelphia is famous for the iconic cheesesteak. Also pretzels, hoagies, and historic Italian food markets.
π Near the Stadium
Pat's King of Steaks
$Cheesesteaks
Original cheesesteak since 1930
5 kmGeno's Steaks
$Cheesesteaks
Pat's rival, open 24/7
5 kmReading Terminal Market
$$Market
Historic market with 80+ vendors
7 kmDiNic's Roast Pork
$Sandwiches
Best roast pork sandwich in town
7 kmLocal Specialties
Philly cheesesteak: Sliced steak with cheese on hoagie roll. Soft pretzels: Philadelphia-style soft pretzels. Hoagie: Philly-style long sandwich. Water ice: Italian ice dessert.
Tips
Tipping: 18-20% standard. Cheesesteaks: $10-12. Order: "Whiz wit" = Cheez Whiz cheese with onions.
Budget
Daily Budget
Budget
$90-140 USD
Moderate
$180-280 USD
Premium
$400+ USD
Breakdown
Hostel: $60-90 USD
3β Hotel: $130-200 USD
4-5β Hotel: $280+ USD
Cheesesteaks: $25-35 USD
Restaurants: $55-80 USD
Fine dining: $150+ USD
SEPTA: $5-10 USD
Uber/Taxi: $35-50 USD
Car rental: $80+ USD
Walking/history free: $15 USD
Museums: $35-60 USD
VIP: $150+ USD
Cost of Living
Philadelphia is more affordable than NYC or Boston. Beer $6-8 USD, coffee $4-6 USD. Sales tax: 8%.
Tipping
Restaurants: 18-20%. Bars: $1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%.
Money-Saving Tips
β’ Philadelphia CityPASS saves on museums
β’ SEPTA weekly pass $25.50 USD
β’ Cheesesteaks are affordable and delicious
Safety & Culture
Safety Overview
Philadelphia is generally safe for tourists. Downtown tourist areas are safe during the day. Use caution at night in some areas.
Emergency Numbers
Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Areas to Avoid
- β’ Avoid North Philadelphia and parts of West Philly at night
General Tips
β’ Historic Center and Old City very safe during day
β’ Use SEPTA or Uber at night
β’ Keep belongings secure in crowded places
Cultural Notes
Philadelphia is the City of Brotherly Love. Residents are direct but friendly. The city has rich American Revolutionary history. Strong local sports pride.
Weather
June-July in Philadelphia is hot and humid. Temperatures of 25-30Β°C with high humidity. Typical Eastern US summer.
Weather During the World Cup
June
July
Stadium Climate
Lincoln Financial Field is open-air. Hot and humid in summer. Bring sunscreen and water. Can be very hot in the stands.
What to Wear
β’ Light and breathable clothing
β’ SPF 50+ sunscreen
β’ Hat and sunglasses
β’ Bring reusable water bottle
Things to Do
Philadelphia offers fundamental American Revolutionary history. Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and historic streets where the US was born.
β Things to Do
Independence Hall
7 kmLandmark
Where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776.
Liberty Bell
7 kmLandmark
Iconic symbol of American freedom with its famous crack.
Rocky Steps
8 kmLandmark
Art Museum steps where Rocky ran up.
Reading Terminal Market
7 kmEntertainment
Historic 1893 market with diverse local food.
Before the Match
β’ Visit Independence Hall and Liberty Bell
β’ Run up the Rocky Steps
β’ Explore Old City and Elfreth's Alley
β’ Eat at Reading Terminal Market
After the Match
β’ Nightlife in Northern Liberties
β’ Craft beer in Fishtown
β’ Bars in Rittenhouse Square
β’ South Street for young crowd
Accommodation
Recommended areas
Center City
6 kmOld City
8 km