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FOR BIG - CIT Y BRIL L IANCE
The Mariachi bands found at Plaza
de los Mariachis, Guadalajara.
A S P OT L I G H T O N T W O O F
MEXICO’S HOST CITIES
G UA D A L A JA R A
Airport: Guadalajara International Airport (GDL)
Stadium: Estadio Akron will host four matches.
The birthplace of mariachi music and mezcal,
Guadalajara o昀昀ers a spirited blend of culture,
gastronomy, and tradition. Fans can wander
architecturally rich plazas, browse artisanal markets,
or savor contemporary Mexican cuisine in the stylish
Providencia district. On weekends, head to Plaza
de los Mariachis, where locals and visitors dance to
lively mariachi bands and bars pour agave-infused
cocktails long into the night. Exclusive hotels line
the city’s leafy avenues, and nearby tequila country
Enjoy a private tour of the National
Art Museum, Mexico City.
o昀昀ers private tasting tours and a glimpse into the
region’s centuries-old distilling heritage.
MEXICO CITY
Airport: Toluca International Airport (TLC)
Stadium: Estadio Azteca will host 昀椀ve matches,
including the opening match of the tournament
on the 11th of June.
This intoxicating capital is home to grand plazas,
a revered restaurant scene, and an array of lavish
hotels. Exploring the city’s eclectic neighborhoods is
essential – Roma Norte, La Condesa, and Polanco are
among our top recommendations – as is a visit to the
many celebrated cultural institutions, with a private
tour of the Frida Kahlo Museum or the National Art
Museum being particularly special. As for where to
eat, you’ll 昀椀nd everything from Michelin-starred taco
stalls to sprawling markets and 昀椀ne-dining fare.
