Estadio Azteca
Mexico City · Mexico City (CDMX) · Mexico
Capacity
87,523
Opened 1966
WC matches
7
Semifinal
Hotel avg/night
$75
Budget from $35
Nearest airport
MEX
12 miles away
About the Stadium
The Azteca is the most iconic football stadium in the Americas and one of the most historic in the world. Built in 1966 and renovated in 2023, it was the site of Diego Maradona's 'Hand of God' goal in 1986 and hosts Mexico's most revered football matches. With 87,523 seats, it's the largest 2026 World Cup venue. Situated in southern Mexico City, it's surrounded by the vast, endlessly vibrant metropolis of 22 million people, where street tacos, ancient ruins, and world-class museums converge.
Rounds hosted
Surface
Natural Grass (renovated 2023)
Year opened
1966
Getting There
🟢 Great transitTransit options
- ● Metro Line 2 to Taxqueña, then Tren Ligero (tram) to Estadio Azteca stop
- ● Pesero (minibus) routes throughout southern CDMX
- ● Uber and taxis widely available
🚗 Parking info
Large parking complex around the stadium. $3–$8 USD. Transit or Uber highly recommended due to CDMX traffic.
Hotels & Accommodation
Budget
$35–55/night
Mid-range
$75–120/night
Luxury
$150+/night
Best areas to stay
- ● Historic Centre / Zócalo (30 min by Metro)
- ● Polanco (30 min by Metro)
- ● Coyoacán (15 min south — near Azteca)
- ● Roma / Condesa (25 min by Metro)
Food Highlights
- ● Street tacos outside Estadio Azteca on match days: al pastor, carnitas, barbacoa
- ● Coyoacán market: authentic Mexico City food at low cost
- ● Roma Norte: trendy restaurants and taco stands
- ● Mercado de Jamaica for fresh fruit and aguas frescas
Local Tips
- ● Azteca is at 2,240m altitude — both players and fans feel the elevation
- ● CDMX traffic is among the world's worst — Metro or Tren Ligero is essential
- ● Mexico fans are among the world's most passionate and vocal
- ● June weather: 17–22°C, rainy season begins — afternoon showers possible
- ● The stadium is surrounded by street food on match day — arrive hungry
⏱️ Azteca Match Schedule
See all 7 matches at this venue in your local timezone.
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