MetLife Stadium

East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA

Home of the NFL's New York Giants and Jets, MetLife Stadium hosts the 2026 World Cup Final. Just 8 miles from Manhattan with direct rail access.

Capacity: 82,5008 World Cup matches1 MetLife Stadium Dr, East Rutherford, NJ 07073

Getting There & Away

Transport options to and from the stadium

Meadowlands Rail Line

Transport

The Meadowlands Rail line connects directly to MetLife Stadium from Secaucus Junction, with trains running from Penn Station Manhattan. Avoid driving — parking is $40-60 and traffic is brutal on matchdays. Train fare is ~$7 each way.

Direct from Penn Station, 25 min$ · Budget-friendlyGets busyExtra service on matchdays

Secaucus Junction, NJView map

Uber/Lyft Pickup Zone

Transport

Designated rideshare pickup is in Lot F. Wait times can hit 30-45 minutes after full-time. Walk 10 minutes to the nearest hotel or diner and order from there to skip the surge. Alternatively, take the train back to Secaucus.

Lot F, 10 min walk from exits$$ · Mid-rangeExpect crowdsPost-match only

MetLife Stadium Lot F, East Rutherford, NJView map

Before the Match

Bars, fan zones, and food spots near the stadium

FIFA Fan Festival at Times Square

Fan Zone

The official FIFA Fan Fest takes over Times Square with giant screens, live music, food vendors, and sponsor activations. Free entry. The heartbeat of the World Cup fan experience in New York.

8 miles (train to Manhattan)$ · Budget-friendlyExpect crowdsOpen matchdays 10am-midnight4.5

Times Square, Manhattan, NYView map

Redd's Restaurant & Bar

Bar

A local sports bar a short walk from the stadium. Gets busy on matchdays with fans from both teams. Good beer selection and classic American bar food.

15 min walk$$ · Mid-rangeGets busy11am-2am daily4.2

345 Washington Ave, Carlstadt, NJ 07072View map

Liberty State Park

Attraction

Great views of the Manhattan skyline and Statue of Liberty. A calm spot to kill time before the match if you want to escape the crowds. Free entry.

6 miles from stadium$ · Budget-friendlyModerate crowdOpen 6am-10pm4.7

200 Morris Pesin Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305View map

PJ Ryan's Squared Pub

Bar

Classic Irish pub in nearby Rutherford, the closest real town to the stadium. Popular with away fans. Has TVs for pre-match buildup and a solid pint of Guinness.

20 min walk$$ · Mid-rangeGets busy11am-2am daily4.3

111 Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070View map

Good Anytime

Attractions and spots worth visiting before or after

American Dream Mall

Attraction

Right next to MetLife Stadium. Massive indoor complex with an indoor ski slope, water park, Nickelodeon theme park, and dozens of restaurants. Great if you have kids or want to fill a full day around the match.

5 min walk from stadium$$ · Mid-rangeGets busy10am-10pm daily4.1

1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073View map

After the Match

Nightlife, late food, and safe transport options

Koreatown (Manhattan)

Nightlife

After the match, head to K-Town on 32nd Street for late-night Korean BBQ and karaoke rooms. Most places open until 2am or later. Great for groups celebrating (or commiserating) after the game.

8 miles (train to Manhattan)$$ · Mid-rangeGets busyUntil 2-4am most nights4.4

W 32nd St between Broadway and 5th Ave, ManhattanView map