MetLife Stadium
About the stadium
United States
New York/New Jersey
Capacity
82,500
FIFA Official Name
New York New Jersey Stadium
How to get there
Address
1 MetLife Stadium Drive, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA
GPS Coordinates
40.8135, -74.0745
Transportation
Bus
NJ Transit Bus 351, 353, 355 from Port Authority
Train
NJ Transit - Meadowlands Station (special event day service)
Airport
Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) - 15 km / JFK - 40 km
Parking
28,000 spaces
Scheduled matches
7 matches at this venue10:00 PM
Sat, Jun 13
04:00 PM
Tue, Jun 16
10:00 PM
Fri, Jun 19
10:00 PM
Mon, Jun 22
10:00 PM
Fri, Jun 26
10:00 PM
Mon, Jun 29
07:00 PM
Sun, Jul 19
About the city
New York is the most populous city in the USA, a global financial and cultural center, with iconic attractions like the Statue of Liberty and Times Square.
Travel Guide
New York
Getting There
Main Airport
JFK International Airport (JFK)
Transport Options
Fare to Manhattan
Pickup at designated zone
AirTrain to Jamaica, then E train to Manhattan.
Public Transit
The NYC Subway is the world's largest metro. For MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ (13 km from Manhattan), take NJ Transit buses from Port Authority.
Match Day Tips
Stadium is in New Jersey. Use NJ Transit buses from Port Authority. Arrive 3 hours early. Special trains run on match days.
Where to Eat
New York is the world's food capital. Pizza, bagels, food from all cultures, and world-class restaurants.
π Near the Stadium
Joe's Pizza
$Pizza
Classic NYC slice pizza
13 kmKatz's Delicatessen
$$Deli
Iconic pastrami sandwich since 1888
15 kmEss-a-Bagel
$Bagels
Best bagels in NYC
14 kmXi'an Famous Foods
$Chinese
Chinese spicy noodles
14 kmLocal Specialties
NY slice pizza: Thin-crust pizza sold by the slice. Bagels: Round bread with cream cheese. Hot dogs: Classic street food. Pastrami: Smoked meat on rye sandwich.
Tips
Tipping: 18-20% standard. Pizza: $3-4 per slice. Food trucks: Affordable quick food.
Budget
Daily Budget
Budget
$120-180 USD
Moderate
$250-350 USD
Premium
$500+ USD
Breakdown
Hostel: $80-120 USD
3β Hotel: $180-280 USD
4-5β Hotel: $400+ USD
Pizza/street food: $30-45 USD
Restaurants: $70-100 USD
Fine dining: $200+ USD
Subway: $8-15 USD
Uber/Taxi: $50-80 USD
Car rental: $100+ USD
Walking/parks free: $20 USD
Museums/views: $50-80 USD
VIP: $200+ USD
Cost of Living
NYC is the most expensive US city. Beer $8-12 USD, coffee $5-8 USD. Sales tax: 8.875%.
Tipping
Restaurants: 18-20%. Bars: $1-2 per drink. Taxis: 15-20%.
Money-Saving Tips
β’ NYC CityPASS saves on attractions
β’ Weekly subway pass $34 USD
β’ Slice pizza and food trucks are affordable
Safety & Culture
Safety Overview
NYC is very safe for tourists. Manhattan and tourist areas are safe day and night. Subway is safe, but avoid empty cars at night.
Emergency Numbers
Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Areas to Avoid
- β’ Be careful in parts of Bronx and Brooklyn at night
General Tips
β’ Subway runs 24/7 but be careful at night
β’ Keep belongings secure in crowded places
β’ Times Square very safe but watch for pickpockets
Cultural Notes
NYC is fast-paced and direct. New Yorkers are busy but helpful if you ask. The city is multicultural and diverse. Walk fast and stay right on stairs.
Weather
June-July in NYC is hot and humid. Temperatures of 25-32Β°C with high humidity. Possible summer storms.
Weather During the World Cup
June
July
Stadium Climate
MetLife Stadium is open-air. Hot and humid in summer. Bring sunscreen, hat, and water. No shade in stands.
What to Wear
β’ Light and breathable clothing
β’ SPF 50+ sunscreen
β’ Hat and sunglasses
β’ Bring water to stadium
Things to Do
NYC offers endless iconic attractions. Times Square, Central Park, Statue of Liberty, world-class museums, and endless entertainment.
β Things to Do
Statue of Liberty
16 kmLandmark
Iconic symbol of freedom, ferry access from Battery Park.
Times Square
12 kmLandmark
Bright center of Manhattan with giant LED screens.
Central Park
10 kmNature
341-hectare urban oasis in the heart of Manhattan.
Empire State Building
13 kmEntertainment
Iconic observatory with 360Β° NYC views.
Before the Match
β’ Visit Statue of Liberty
β’ Explore Central Park
β’ Walk through Times Square
β’ Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
After the Match
β’ Nightlife in Meatpacking District
β’ Broadway shows
β’ Rooftop bars with Manhattan views
β’ Jazz in Greenwich Village
Accommodation
Recommended areas
Manhattan
12 kmJersey City
10 kmHoboken
8 kmNearby attractions
Times Square
15 km
Statue of Liberty
20 km
Central Park
18 km
