Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium · tournament name: Miami Stadium
- Capacity65,326
- RoofOpen canopy
- Surfacenatural grass overlay
- AirportsMIA · FLL
Canopy over seats but field open. Grass overlay for the tournament.
Getting there
- MIA
- FLL
Climate & what to pack: Hot, humid, daily thunderstorms, high UV. Hydration + sun protection.
Where to stay
Budget
- Generator MiamiDesign hostel on Collins.
Mid-range
- The Gates Hotel South BeachCentral, affordable for the area.
Premium
- The SetaiBeachfront, three-pool courtyard.
- 1 Hotel South BeachBiophilic design, beachfront.
Where to eat
- VersaillesCubanLittle Havana institution; ropa vieja and cafecito.
- Joe's Stone CrabseafoodStone crab season runs to July 15 - last call.
- Coyo TacotacosWynwood, open late, speakeasy at the back.
Things to do
- South Beach + Ocean DrivebeachArt Deco district, walkable.
- Wynwood WallsartStreet-art district with galleries and bars.
- Everglades airboat tourday trip1 hr drive west, morning tours best.
- Little Havanafood/cultureCalle Ocho - cafecito and dominoes.
Gear tuned for Miami
Heat
- Wide-brim sun hatBetter than a cap for afternoon kickoffs in the south.
- Electrolyte tabletsDrop in a water bottle; cheaper than stadium sports drinks.
- Cooling neck towelSoaks and stays cold - a lifesaver in 35 °C.
Tech
- Universal travel adapterOne adapter that handles plugs in all three host countries.
- Walking shoesYou will walk more than you think - break them in first.
- International eSIMCovers USA + Canada + Mexico on one plan.
Comfort
- Collapsible water bottleMost stadiums allow empty bottles through security.
- Packing cubesNon-negotiable for a multi-city trip.
- Travel pillowFor the long flight and the cross-country drive.