Vancouver
Canada
๐ Vancouver is in Canada. Most visitors need a Canada eTA ($7 CAD) to fly here. US citizens only need a passport. Full visa details โ
Matches in Vancouver (7)
Vancouver Travel Guide
๐Getting to the Stadium: BC Place
BC Place is right in downtown Vancouver. From Vancouver International Airport (YVR), take the Canada Line SkyTrain to Stadium-Chinatown station โ 25 minutes, directly at the stadium doors. This is the easiest airport-to-stadium connection in the entire tournament. Walking from most downtown hotels takes 10-20 minutes. Driving is unnecessary and parking downtown is expensive ($20-40).
๐ Where to Stay
Yaletown and downtown core are closest to BC Place โ modern condos, waterfront restaurants, walkable. Gastown is the historic neighborhood with cobblestone streets, steam clock, and cocktail bars. Kitsilano has beach vibes and mountain views across English Bay. West End near Stanley Park is residential and pleasant. For budget, stay near a SkyTrain station in Burnaby or Richmond โ 15-20 minutes to the stadium by train.
๐ดFood & Drink
Vancouver has the best Asian food in North America. Richmond (one SkyTrain stop from the airport) has Chinese food that rivals Hong Kong. Try dim sum at Dynasty Seafood or Kirin. Japanese ramen on Robson Street โ Marutama or Danbo. Sushi is fresh and affordable everywhere. Granville Island Public Market has incredible local produce, smoked salmon, and craft beer. Japadog (hot dogs with Japanese toppings) is a fun street food original.
โWeather
Vancouver in June-July is stunning. Expect 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF) with very little rain. Mountains, ocean, blue skies โ it's the best time to visit. BC Place has a retractable roof so weather won't affect the match. Evenings cool to 15ยฐC (59ยฐF), so bring a light layer. The long daylight (sunset at 9:15pm) makes for beautiful evening walks along the seawall.
๐ก Pro Tips
- โSkyTrain from the airport to the stadium is the easiest transit connection in the tournament. No car needed
- โCurrency is Canadian Dollars (CAD). Cards and contactless payments accepted almost everywhere
- โNon-US visitors flying in need a Canada eTA ($7 CAD). US citizens just need a valid passport
- โStanley Park seawall walk/bike (10km) is a must โ mountains, ocean, totem poles, all free
- โBC Place's retractable roof means weather is never an issue inside
- โIf you have a rest day, take the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler โ one of the world's great drives