With Super Bowl LX now a little over a month away, many fans are planning their travel to this year’s host city, Santa Clara, California, and other U.S. cities to enjoy America’s favorite game.
In fact, based on past Super Bowl games, hundreds of thousands of people travel to the host city every year, with estimates ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 visitors for the event.
To help travelers choose their ideal destination for Game Day next month, we’ve rounded up three of the best places in the U.S. to enjoy the event this year.
If you‘re attending the Super Bowl but want to avoid the crowds: San Francisco, California
- Where to Stay: Choose 1 Hotel San Francisco as your home base for Super Bowl LX to enjoy one of the most exciting urban settings in the Bay Area and have a uniquely refreshing hospitality experience. Nestled on the Embarcadero with breathtaking views of the bay and easy access to public transit, restaurants and game-day events, this modern sustainable luxury hotel blends eco-conscious design with comfort and style. The property’s nature-inspired interiors, farm-to-table cuisine at Terrene and abundant amenities, from the Bamford Wellness Spa to complimentary e-bikes and panoramic waterfront views, give you plenty of ways to relax and recharge between festivities.
- Where to Celebrate & Dine:
- Even without tickets to the big game, fans can get in the spirit by attending the NFL Super Bowl Experience, hosted at Yerba Buena Gardens and the YBCA Forum, will bring sports, culture and innovation together in the heart of San Francisco with world-class cuisine, live performances and activations. Another fun outing is the Super Bowl Experience presented by Jersey Mike’s at the Moscone Center with the chance to meet current NFL players and legends for autographs as well as buy exclusive gear.
- Two major concerts will take place during Super Bowl weekend: Sting is set to perform at the Palace of Fine Arts on Friday, February 6, and The Killers will take the stage on Saturday, February 7. Shaquille O’Neal also recently announced he’ll be bringing his hybrid music festival and carnival experience to the Cow Palace Arena on February 6.
- Local bars and restaurants will host watch parties throughout the city (soon to be announced), and you can find all major events taking place in the city linked HERE.
If you want to watch with the whole family or friend group: Orlando, Florida
- Where to Stay: For those wanting to enjoy the big game with their entire family or friend group, Evermore Residences offers spacious accommodations, specifically, modern Houses that have up to 11 bedrooms (with a private bathroom for every room!) and sleep up to 32 guests. In addition to having your own private space to watch the game, guests can enjoy several amenities, such as a private heated pool, outdoor kitchen, home theater, private chef experiences and ‘ready to heat’ meals with Evermore To Your Door, and much more. Outside of the House, travelers can explore the expansive resort and catch some rays by Evermore Bay, Orlando’s only private 20-acre white sand beach with crystal-clear waters, check out the property’s thirteen dining options, or challenge themselves with two spectacular and unique Florida golf courses designed by Jack Nicklaus. Smaller groups can also stay at Conrad Orlando at Evermore on the north shore of the property.
- Where to Celebrate & Dine:
- Guests can head to Twin View for dinner and enjoy a modern menu of fresh Florida flavors, crafted cocktails, raw bar, and chef-inspired meals for all ages. In addition to delicious dishes, the restaurant offers stunning views of Evermore Bay and Orlando sunsets.
- Before or after dinner, guests can head to ebb + flow, the resort’s outdoor bar, and sip on hand-crafted cocktails and other refreshing beverages. The bar also serves delectable small plates and appetizers, such as tuna tartare, ceviche, and traditional Super Bowl party food like wings, nachos, and mozzarella sticks.
If you’re a diehard football fan & want to watch with other fans: Frisco, Texas
- Where to Stay: Conveniently located right outside of Dallas, Frisco is one of the fastest growing cities in the country and is loved for its vibrant sports energy, and HALL Park Hotel is at the center of it all. Located right across the street from the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters “The Star” and adjacent to the picturesque Kaleidoscope Park, the property delivers a world-class hospitality experience featuring elevated dining offerings and experiential activations designed to captivate both guests and locals, perfect for football fans to celebrate the Super Bowl.
- Where to Celebrate & Dine:
- Guests can indulge in Palato Italian Kitchen & Lounge, the hotel’s signature Northern Italian restaurant, or the chic lobby bar, perfect for a pre-game celebration with a curated selection of drinks and small plates. Add on a pasta-making class at Palato, and unwind from the Super Bowl excitement with the extensive wellness offerings from the Art of Recovery menu (e.g., floating sound baths, in-room saunas, and more).
- Dallas Cowboys fans can walk across the street to the “The Star” for an immersive experience with training facility tours, the Ring of Honor Walk, and championship trophy displays, plus a vibrant district offering diverse dining, shopping, and year-round events at the Tostitos Championship Plaza, making it a prime destination for fans and families seeking entertainment and a taste of pro football for this year’s Super Bowl.
