🇺🇸 Atlanta · USA
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
71,000
Capacity
8
WC Matches
Retractable
Roof
2017
Opened
About Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is widely considered the finest stadium in North America. Its signature feature is an eight-panel retractable roof that opens like the aperture of a camera, revealing the sky. Home to both the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC, it won the World Architecture Festival's best sports building award.
Notable: Famous for fan-friendly pricing - $2 hot dogs, $2 sodas, $4 craft beer, even at championship events. Atlanta hot wings, peach cobbler, Sweetwater 420 beer. Iconic 'pinwheel' retractable roof.
Location & how to find it
Address
1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313, USA
Seating layout & ticket categories
FIFA prices every match in four categories. Here's where each typically sits at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Click to enlargeOfficial 2026 FIFA World Cup seat plan. © FIFA - shown for editorial reference. Buy tickets only at FIFA.com.
Find your seat
See exact sections on the FIFA chart
Section numbers and ticket category placement are also shown live in the FIFA ticket portal when you apply. The FIFA support article aggregates seat plans for every venue.
Ticket categories - what each tier means
Cat 1 · Premium
Sideline lower bowl - best sightlines
Cat 2 · Mid-premium
Sideline upper or end-zone lower
Cat 3 · Standard
Upper-bowl end zones, corners
Cat 4 · Resident-only
Restricted view, upper rows - host-country residents only
8 World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Every 2026 FIFA World Cup match scheduled at this venue, in chronological order.
Home Team
Atlanta Falcons (NFL) & Atlanta United FC (MLS)
Natural grass (hybrid)
WC 2026 Rounds Hosted
Match-day essentials
Everything you need to walk into Mercedes-Benz Stadium for a 2026 World Cup match - bags, gates, transit, parking, and what's allowed inside.
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Cash or card
Cashless
Bag policy in detail
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12"×6"×12", or a one-gallon clear plastic Ziploc-style bag. One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") with or without a strap is also permitted in addition to the clear bag. No backpacks, no diaper bags, no opaque bags of any kind. This is the NFL standard policy and is expected to apply for World Cup 2026.
Prohibited items
- ×Backpacks and bags exceeding clear-bag limits
- ×Outside food and beverages (sealed water bottles often allowed)
- ×Cans, glass containers, hard-sided coolers
- ×Selfie sticks, tripods, and professional camera lenses (>4-6 inches)
- ×Drones, laser pointers, fireworks
- ×Flag poles longer than 3 feet (1 meter)
- ×Banners with commercial or political messaging
- ×Noisemakers, air horns, vuvuzelas (unless venue-specific exception)
- ×Weapons of any kind
- ×Illegal substances
Getting to the stadium
MARTA (recommended)
Red and Gold Lines to GWCC/CNN Center Station - 5-min walk to the stadium. Direct from Hartsfield-Jackson Airport ($2.50, 20 min).
Walking
From most downtown Atlanta hotels: 10-15 min on foot.
Rideshare
$15-25 from most downtown hotels (5-15 min).
Parking
$30-60
Limited stadium parking - MARTA is the recommended option. Garages downtown $20-40.
When to arrive
Arrive 90-120 min early. MARTA from the airport is one of the easiest transits in the World Cup - leave 75 min before kickoff if airport-direct.
Post-match exit
Stadium clears in 45-60 min - very efficient. MARTA gets crowded but runs frequently.
Inside the stadium
Alcohol
Beer, wine, cocktails. ID required (21+ in Georgia). Mercedes-Benz famous for fan-friendly drink pricing ($2-5 for water, soda).
Smoking
Smoking/vaping prohibited inside.
Re-entry
No re-entry.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Food & drink inside the stadium
What you can eat, drink, and try - plus the venue's signature dishes worth seeking out.
Concessions
Standard NFL stadium concessions: hot dogs, pretzels, pizza, burgers, nachos, popcorn, soft drinks, bottled water, beer (domestic + craft), wine, and coffee. Specialty stands rotate by event - the official stadium app lists the day's vendor map.
Beer & drinks
Local craft beer alongside national brands. Most NFL stadiums have a dedicated craft beer hall on the main concourse with regional breweries.
Don't miss
Famous for fan-friendly pricing - $2 hot dogs, $2 sodas, $4 craft beer, even at championship events. Atlanta hot wings, peach cobbler, Sweetwater 420 beer. Iconic 'pinwheel' retractable roof.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, sensory accommodations, and other support services. Request these via FIFA.com when buying your ticket.
Wheelchair
Wheelchair-accessible seating with companion seats in every section. Elevators serve all levels. Request accessible seating through FIFA.com when buying tickets.
Sensory
Sensory rooms typically available - quiet spaces with noise-cancelling headphones for guests with sensory processing needs. Check the stadium app on match day for location.
Other support
ASL interpreters available for select matches on request. Audio-description headsets for visually-impaired guests at Guest Services. Service animals welcome.
Bringing kids and families
Nursing & family rooms
Nursing/lactation rooms available - typically on the main concourse near Guest Services. Free use, comfortable seating, sink, and changing table.
Children & infants
Children under 2 typically free as 'lap infants' (must request from FIFA when buying tickets). Children 2+ need their own ticket and FIFA ID.
Strollers
Strollers may be brought in but must be checked at Guest Services or stowed under seats. Some stadiums prohibit strollers in the seating bowl entirely - check on arrival.
Practical info
Photography
Personal cameras welcome (no detachable lenses longer than 4-6 inches). No professional cameras or video equipment. No tripods, monopods, or selfie sticks. Phone photography is unrestricted.
Lost & found
Guest Services on the main concourse handles lost-and-found during the event. Items not claimed are held at the stadium administrative office for ~30 days post-match.
First aid
First-aid stations on every concourse level - look for the white-cross signage on the stadium map. Trained EMTs on site for the duration of the event.
Smoking & vaping
Smoking/vaping prohibited inside the stadium and in concourses. Designated outdoor smoking areas may be available outside the gates - re-entry is generally NOT allowed, so plan accordingly.
Stadium tours
Public stadium tours are typically suspended during World Cup-related dates. Resume normally after the tournament.
First-time visitor tips
Insider notes specific to Mercedes-Benz Stadium - the things that make match day smoother.
Take MARTA - cheapest, fastest, and the GWCC/CNN Center station is a 5-min walk from the gates.
Concessions are remarkably cheap - eat IN the stadium, not before. $2 hot dogs are not a typo.
The retractable roof opens before/after but stays closed during matches - stadium is climate-controlled at ~72°F.
Sections 104-118 (lower sideline) have the best views.
After the match, walk to Centennial Olympic Park 5 min away for the FIFA Fan Festival party rather than rushing transit.
Stadium Facts
The retractable roof opens in 8 panels like a camera aperture - unique in world football
Won the World Architecture Festival award for Best Sports Building
Home of Atlanta United FC, who broke MLS attendance records in their debut season
Has a 360-degree halo video board wrapping the entire upper deck
Hosts a WC semi-final - the second-biggest game at the tournament
Mercedes-Benz Stadium FAQ
How do I get from Atlanta airport to Mercedes-Benz Stadium?+
Take MARTA Red or Gold Line directly from the airport to GWCC/CNN Center station - 20 minutes, $2.50, no transfers. Stadium is a 5-minute walk. One of the easiest airport-to-stadium transits in the World Cup.
What's the bag policy at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?+
Standard NFL clear-bag policy: clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or one-gallon Ziploc, plus 4.5"×6.5" clutch. Same policy as Falcons and Atlanta United home games.
How much is food and drink at Mercedes-Benz Stadium?+
Mercedes-Benz Stadium is famous for fan-friendly pricing - $2-5 for water, soda, hot dogs, even at championship events. The stadium philosophy is volume over markup. Expect prices well below other US World Cup venues.
Is Mercedes-Benz Stadium walkable from downtown Atlanta hotels?+
Yes - most downtown hotels are 10-15 min on foot. Centennial Olympic Park is between downtown attractions and the stadium - a natural pre-match gathering spot.
Should I take MARTA or drive to Mercedes-Benz Stadium?+
Take MARTA. Stadium parking is limited and expensive ($30-60); MARTA stops within 5-min walk. From the airport, MARTA Red/Gold Line is direct ($2.50, 20 min).
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