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California World Cup Experience

  • San Francisco
  • Los Angeles
  • 6 nights from
  • £2,730 per person
  • Trip Code: MC-1482

Holiday Overview

 Experience the excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an unforgettable twin-city adventure through San Francisco and Los Angeles. Begin your journey in San Francisco, a city known for its iconic waterfront, rolling hills and vibrant neighbourhoods. Explore famous sights such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park and the Embarcadero, all buzzing with extra energy as the city embraces the World Cup spirit. Throughout your stay, enjoy the lively atmosphere of San Francisco’s Fan Zones, where outdoor screens, live entertainment, cultural showcases and football-themed activities bring visitors together from around the world. With waterfront dining, scenic viewpoints and charming districts to discover, the city offers the perfect mix of sightseeing and festival-like celebrations.

Continue your holiday down the California coast to the sun-soaked streets of Los Angeles, where golden beaches, Hollywood landmarks and diverse neighbourhoods set the stage for another vibrant World Cup experience. Relax on the sands of Santa Monica and Venice Beach, explore the movie magic of Hollywood, and take in sweeping city views from the Griffith Observatory. Los Angeles’ dynamic Fan Zones, centred around hubs such as LA Live and Exposition Park, offer a thrilling blend of music, food stalls, interactive activities and global celebrations. With warm evenings, spectacular sunsets and an electric atmosphere throughout the city, Los Angeles provides the perfect finale to your World Cup-inspired California getaway.

*Please note we can not book game tickets. All our holidays are tailormade the itinerary below is an example. 

California World Cup Experience includes:

  • Return Flight
  • Internal Flight
  • 3 Nights Accommodation in San Francisco
  • 3 Nights Accommodation in Los Angeles
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Day 1 - Arrive San Francisco

Arrive in San Francisco and transfer to your hotel, spending the remainder of your day at leisure. 

Featured accommodation

Hilton Parc 55

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Day 2 - Explore San Francisco

Begin your San Francisco adventure at Fisherman’s Wharf, one of the city’s most vibrant waterfront areas, where street performers, markets and lively cafés set a festive tone. During major events, this neighbourhood often features themed displays, outdoor pop-ups and extra entertainment that build on the exciting World Cup atmosphere.

Continue along the waterfront to Pier 39, where sea lions bask in the sun and shops and restaurants offer great views across the bay. After a relaxed lunch overlooking the water, head into the city to enjoy one of San Francisco’s official Fan Zones, expected in central areas such as Union Square or The Embarcadero.

These lively zones bring the world together with large outdoor screens, interactive football activities, music, cultural showcases and a buzzing celebratory spirit. As evening arrives, make your way to The Embarcadero waterfront for a scenic walk and dinner, enjoying sunset views of the Bay Bridge and the energetic atmosphere that fills the city.

Featured accommodation

Hilton Parc 55

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Day 3 - Explore San Francisco

Start your day in Golden Gate Park, a vast green oasis filled with gardens, lakes and cultural sites. During the World Cup period, the park’s open lawns and event spaces often host pop-up activities, live music and community gatherings that add to the citywide celebration. After a peaceful morning exploring the park or visiting the Japanese Tea Garden or California Academy of Sciences, continue to the nearby Marina District for lunch with views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

In the afternoon, enjoy another of San Francisco’s lively Fan Zones, where you can experience international food vendors, DJ sets, football skill challenges and a welcoming festival atmosphere. End your day wandering through the colourful streets of Chinatown, one of the oldest and most vibrant in the United States, or enjoy a relaxing evening at Crissy Field, where the views of the bay and Golden Gate Bridge provide a perfect ending to your World Cup–themed visit to San Francisco.

Featured accommodation

Hilton Parc 55

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Day 4 - San Francisco to Los Angeles

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Los Angeles for your next stop on your California World Cup holiday. After checking into your hotel, explore the cities Fan Zones. 

Hotel: Sheraton Grand Los Angeles or similar

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Day 5 - Explore Los Angeles

Begin your Los Angeles experience on the iconic coastline at Santa Monica, where the pier’s rides, street performers and ocean views create a lively and colourful start to the day. During the World Cup period, the beachfront neighbourhood buzzes with themed pop-ups, live entertainment and festival-style activity that reflect the global excitement sweeping across the city.

Enjoy a relaxed stroll along the shoreline before continuing to the stylish shops and cafés of Third Street Promenade for lunch. In the afternoon, head into the city to visit one of Los Angeles’ official Fan Zones, expected in major gathering spots such as LA Live or Exposition Park. These vibrant areas bring people together with outdoor screens, football-themed challenges, international food stalls, live music and cultural showcases. As evening settles, return to the coast for dinner overlooking the Pacific or explore the trendy bars and restaurants of Downtown LA, where the celebratory atmosphere continues well into the night. 

Hotel: Sheraton Grand Los Angeles or similar

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Day 6 - Explore Los Angeles

Start your day with a visit to Hollywood, where the Walk of Fame, Chinese Theatre and entertainment-themed shops offer a fun and iconic glimpse into the city’s movie heritage. From here, take a scenic drive or ride up to the Griffith Observatory, where sweeping views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood Sign set a spectacular backdrop to the city's World Cup excitement.

After enjoying the parklands and exhibits, continue to the vibrant streets of Venice Beach, known for its lively boardwalk, artistic flair and welcoming, festival-like vibe. In the afternoon, make your way to another of the city’s lively Fan Zones, each offering its own mix of music, interactive games, performances and food vendors representing cultures from around the world.

As your day comes to an end, enjoy an evening stroll through Echo Park Lake or relax with dinner in West Hollywood, where colourful nightlife and themed celebrations offer the perfect finale to your Los Angeles World Cup experience.

Hotel: Sheraton Grand Los Angeles or similar

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Day 7 - Los Angeles Return

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight home. 

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