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Where to Eat, Play, and Stay in Guadalajara for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The home of Chivas, Estadio Akron, will be renamed Estadio Guadalajara for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Mexico’s second city is no stranger to highly important soccer matches. The city’s historic stadiums — Parque Oblatos, Estadio Jalisco, and since 2010, Estadio Akron – have been the backdrop for many landmark games. Estadio Jalisco notably hosted eight matches during the 1970 FIFA World Cup and nine matches in the 1986 World Cup, including quarterfinals and semifinals. Four World Cup Group Stage matches will take place at Estadio Akron, which will be dubbed Estadio Guadalajara for the duration of the World Cup. These will take place on June 11, 18, 23, and 26, 2026.
Guadalajara International Airport connects directly to several US cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Phoenix, Denver, and Chicago, among others. Once at the airport, Uber is the best way to get around the city, in addition to any shuttles or transport connected directly to your accommodations or the World Cup events themselves. If you plan to travel to Guadalajara for the 2026 World Cup, here’s where to stay, party, eat, and explore.
What to know about visiting Guadalajara for the 2026 World Cup
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Estadio Akron, home to Guadalajara’s acclaimed team, Chivas, will host the matches in Guadalajara. The stadium is in the suburb of Zapopan on the western side of the metropolitan area and abuts the beautiful Bosque la Primavera natural area. Shuttle buses will likely bring fans closer to the stadium than is possible to get via public transit, which drops off at the Concentro station about a 10-minute drive from the stadium. Uber is commonplace in Guadalajara and a good way to move about the city. Expect heavy traffic and avoid driving (and the pain of parking) if possible.
If you’re a fan of Liga MX, a tour of the stadium and a walk-through the onsite Chivas museum is a cool way to walk through the club’s storied history. You could also stop by the stadium of Chivas rival Atlas FC, Estadio Jalisco, which is located in Guadalajara proper. The “Clásico Tapatío” between Chivas and Atlas, the oldest derby in Mexican football dating back to 1916, is all the rage in Guadalajara and has been played in both Estadio Jalisco and Estadio Akron. Another major fixture is “El Súper Clásico,” the national derby between Chivas and Club América, and while Liga MX games won’t be playing during the World Cup, conversations about these teams will undoubtedly pop up at pubs and matches.
The best neighborhood to eat, play, and stay in Guadalajara for the 2026 World Cup: Colonia Americana
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Colonia Americana, located just west of Guadalajara’s historic downtown, is widely recognized as the city’s most vibrant, artistic, and cosmopolitan neighborhood. It blends historic mansions, tree-lined streets, and a dynamic mix of bars, restaurants, galleries, and music venues. For soccer fans visiting during the World Cup, Colonia Americana’s central location provides easy access to the city’s main attractions and public transportation. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with bike lanes and car-free avenues on weekends, and is renowned for its nightlife, boasting more bars, clubs, and trendy eateries than anywhere else in Guadalajara. Avenida Chapultepec, the main boulevard, becomes a festive hub with markets and live music on weekends, while accommodations range from boutique hotels to budget-friendly options.
Estadio Jalisco
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The 2026 World Cup matches take place across town, but Estadio Jalisco has hosted World Cup matches in 1970 and 1986 and is the home of Atlas FC. A tour of the stadium is a walk through Guadalajara’s extensive soccer history, and it’s a surefire way to get the chills if you appreciate the history of the sport. The stadium is north of the Colonia Americana neighborhood, take an Uber to get here and back.
Estadio Jalisco: C. Siete Colinas 1772, Independencia, 44290
Cerveceria Chapultepec
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Cervecería Chapultepec is celebrated for its unique concept: every food and drink item is offered at the same low price, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors seeking excellent value. The bar’s location on Avenida Chapultepec places it in the heart of Guadalajara’s vibrant nightlife district, surrounded by other popular bars, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Its easygoing, casual vibe is complemented by live sports broadcasts—including soccer matches—DJs on weekends, and a menu featuring classic pub grub, tacos, sliders, and more.
Cerveceria Ghapultepec: Av. Chapultepec Sur 464A, Col Americana, Obrera, 44150
La Insurgente
Known for its lively atmosphere and multiple screens showing soccer matches, it’s a favored gathering place for fans wanting to watch games in a social setting. The venue offers a menu of Mexican dishes and drinks at reasonable prices, with happy hour specials and a mix of music styles including Mexican banda, rock en español, and reggaeton, creating a festive and authentic local vibe.
La Insurgente: Av. Chapultepec Sur 52, Col Americana, Lafayette, 44600
Bar Américas
If you’re looking to party with players after a win, Bar Américas is the spot to go. This legendary club hosts top DJs and theme nights, and the dance floor is typically packed and vibrant. Its reputation as one of the best clubs in Guadalajara-and arguably in Mexico-rests on its commitment to electronic music and its consistently lively parties. Arrive early, and go in a group (or with at least one other person).
Bar Américas: MJ9J+7M Guadalajara
Where to stay in Colonia Americana for the 2026 World Cup
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Casa Habita
Casa Habita combines a restored 1940s Art Deco house with a newer nine-story tower, offering 37 rooms and suites designed by the Milan-based Dimore Studio. This blend of vintage and modern architecture makes the hotel effortlessly trendy and hip, where art, design, fashion, and architecture merge seamlessly. The property features a lobby, bar, restaurant, outdoor pool, terrace with city views, a rooftop screening room, and a spa on the upper floors.
Villa Ganz
Villa Ganz occupies a classic mansion with only a handful of rooms, and the service – and staff – are phenomenal. Breakfast is served daily in the courtyard, and rooms feel more like apartments than traditional hotel rooms. The villa is within walking distance of many restaurants and pubs, and is a short stroll to the main drag.
Where to eat and play in Zapopan for the 2026 World Cup
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Zapopan is one of the city’s most modern and upscale areas, making it an excellent base for visitors during the 2026 World Cup. Known for its blend of luxury hotels, exclusive shopping centers, and green spaces, Zapopan offers a comfortable and lively environment with easy access to Estadio Guadalajara. The district is home to top accommodation options like the Hyatt Regency, which places guests near lush parks and the renowned Andares shopping mall, as well as boutique and themed hotels.
For soccer fans, Zapopan’s highlights start with the stadium itself, the heart of local football culture. After the matches, explore Andares Centro Comercial for dining, bars, and entertainment, or unwind at Parque Metropolitano, a vast urban park east of the stadium.
Cerveceria Chapultepec
The three Zapopan-area branches of Cerveceria Chapultepec also feature TVs showing matches and a lively atmosphere that makes for a fun pre- or post-match hangout. If you need a good meeting spot after a match lets out, the furthest west branch on Av. Patria is a good spot as it’s easy to get to in an Uber and there’s plenty of beer to go around, as well as other spots nearby to go if this bar is too crowded.
Cerveceria Chapultepec: Av. Patria 240, La Estancia, 45030 Zapopan
Rush Sports Bar
Located north of the heart of Zapopan and northeast of the stadium, Rush Sports Bar is all about racing — but during the World Cup expect it to be all about watching the matches. Expect an international crowd here, in a location that you’ll need to Uber to but that is convenient to those staying at the hotels north of the stadium.
Rush Sports Bar: Av. Sta. Margarita 3398-Local 9, La Mora, Los Girasoles, 45138 Zapopan
McCarthey’s Irish Pub Galerias
Irish pubs tend to be great places to watch a match, if for no other reason than that it’s totally acceptable to get loud and rowdy because you won’t be the loudest person there anyway. McCarthey’s is a watering hole for travelers and locals in Zapopan who want Guinness dependably served in their glass, comfort food on their plate, and no shortage of people to celebrate – or commiserate – with. The live music here is on point, as well.
McCarthey’s Irish Pub: Av. Rafael Sanzio #150, Loc.S3-4 A, Residencial, La Estancia, 45020 Zapopan
Where to stay in Zapopan for the 2026 World Cup
Hyatt Regency Andares Guadalajara
Hyatt Regency Andares Guadalajara is a luxury hotel located in the upscale Andares district of Zapopan, a top accommodation choice during major events like the 2026 World Cup. The hotel features 257 rooms, including 25 suites, with modern amenities such as floor-to-ceiling windows, plush bedding, high-speed wireless internet, 65” LED TVs with Chromecast, and individual climate control. There’s also a heated indoor pool, though the heat will likely not be necessary in June, a 24-hour fitness center, a spa, and a variety of dining options, including the Cassola restaurant, which serves contemporary Mexican cuisine, and the cocktail-centric Andares Lounge with views of Paseo Andares.
The hotel’s location is a major highlight, near the Andares shopping mall and surrounded by some of the city’s best restaurants, bars, and entertainment venues. It offers easy access to Estadio Guadalajara for World Cup matches and is convenient for exploring both Zapopan and Guadalajara.
Spacious villa with pool and soccer field
Get your own kicks on the pitch at this spacious Zapopan villa. It has a pool in which to cool off after a match, and is a short Uber ride to Estadio Akron. You can also play some cricket, if that’s your jam, and cook in the spacious kitchen. The spot is great for groups and features plenty of lounge space.
Fourteen guests, three bedrooms
Price: From $150 per night
Where to eat and play in Providencia for the 2026 World Cup
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Providencia is one of Guadalajara’s most tranquil neighborhoods, with elegant homes, tree-lined streets, and a wealth of chic boutiques, coffee shops, and higher-end dining. The area is known for its green spaces, including the beautiful Bosque Los Colomos park, which features miles of trails, a Japanese garden, and equestrian areas. Providencia’s peaceful vibe, combined with its proximity to the city’s main attractions and accommodations ranging from luxury hotels to boutique stays, makes it a top choice for World Cup visitors who want a serene base.
For soccer fans, Providencia offers an easy route to Estadio Guadalajara that avoids the traffic of the city center. Punto Sao Paulo, a luxury mall and entertainment complex on the edge of Providencia, is packed with excellent restaurants and bars such as La Docena (seafood and steaks), Allium (farm-to-table), and Kokoro (Japanese cuisine).
Proyecto Cantina
Picture the semi-divey, always open, uber-casual sports bar in your city’s fancy mall district – that’s Proyecto Cantina. It’s an oasis of awesome for sports fans in one of Guadalajara’s poshest areas, where fans gather for matches over sandwiches, beer, and large televisions. It’s open till at least 1 am, and walking distance (or a short Uber) to hotels and Airbnbs in the area.
Proyecto Cantina: Colonia, Avenida Circunvalación Providencia No.1083 Entre Calles Mar Mediterráneo, Av. Cvln. Jorge Álvarez del Castillo y, Country Club, 4461
California Wings and Beer
Much as its name suggests, this sports bar is built around wings and drinks. Its south of Providencia central but closer to other popular neighborhoods in Guadalajara, maing it a good meeting point if connecting with a group staying in Colonia Americana. The bar stays open late and will have both World Cup and sports on, so you can keep up with what’s going on at home, too.
California Wings and Beer: Av. Manuel Acuña 3184, Monraz, 44670
Where to stay in Providencia for the 2026 World Cup
AC Hotel by Marriott Guadalajara Providencia
Located in the heart of Guadalajara’s financial district, the AC Hotel by Marriott Guadalajara Providencia features 188 rooms and suites equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, espresso makers, free Wi-Fi, and laptop safes, with suites offering additional sitting areas and kitchenettes. A fusion of Spanish and Mexican cuisine is on the menu at the AC Kitchen breakfast buffet, as is signature cocktails and tapas at the AC Lounge and rooftop Sky Lounge bar. The adjacent infinity pool has panoramic city views and is fully accessible, pet-friendly (allowing up to two pets per room with a fee), and staffed by multilingual personnel, as you’d expect in an international neighborhood like Providencia.
Beautiful apartment in the heart of Providencia
Comfortable, basic, and convenient – that’s the story of this Providencia Airbnb. Its ideally situation for catching an Uber to the stadium or to dining and nightlife districts, with enough space to spread out and a kitchen that can serve as a base for prepping and eating so you don’t spend a fortune (in both time and money) going out to eat for every meal. 
