The LA 2028 Olympics run July 14-30 at SoFi, the Coliseum and more. Sessions from $30, hotels from $220/night plus Metro itineraries — plan your Games now.
Updated August 2026 · Dates, tickets and hotel zones verified against official sources.
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Estimated cost for a typical sports trip
Expect city-wide price surges: downtown and Santa Monica hotels that normally run $150-250 are projected at $250-500 per night during the Games, with three-to-four-night minimums near marquee venues. Budget $1,000-2,000 for a four-night stay, book refundable rates twelve months out, and consider Pasadena or Long Beach clusters for value.
LAX fares for the Games window are projected at $450-900 domestic round trip and $900-1,400 international, with the opening and closing weeks priciest. Mid-Games arrivals — after the opening ceremony crowds — fly cheaper. Budget $500-1,000 per person booked the previous autumn, or use Burbank or Long Beach airports for California connections.
LA's food scene stretches from $8-12 taco stands and $15-20 Koreatown bowls to $80-150 tasting menus in Santa Monica. Olympic clusters put street food within reach of most venues. Budget $60-100 per day per person mixing truck lunches and splurge dinners — roughly $400-700 across a week.
LA28 tickets are expected to span roughly $30-3,000 depending on sport and round — finals and the opening ceremony at the top, early sessions and less-demanded sports at the bottom. A realistic multi-session plan runs $300-800 total per person across several days, bought in phases through the official LA28 platform.
Typical total spend per person, three ways to do this trip
$1,500-2,500 total weekend
early-round sessions, Pasadena or Long Beach hotel, mid-Games arrival flights
$3,500-5,500 total weekend
multiple marquee sessions, downtown LA hotel, week-long stay
$9,000+ total weekend
opening ceremony and premium finals, luxury hotel near a venue cluster, hospitality access
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Where to buy, when sales open, what you'll pay, and how to avoid scams
LA28.org and the official LA28 ticketing platform for all phases; verified resale opens later through official channels only.
Phased releases begin roughly 12-18 months before the Games — register at la28.org for priority access. Gymnastics, swimming, and opening ceremony sessions sell out within hours of going live.
Sessions from about $30 for early rounds to $2,000+ for premium finals and the opening ceremony at SoFi Stadium.
Buy only through the official LA28 platform and its verified resale — counterfeit Olympic tickets flood every Games. Avoid social-media sellers and wire transfers entirely, and remember barcodes are tied to the original purchaser; if a marquee-final price looks too good, it is.
What to expect when planning your trip
The LA 2028 Olympics run July 14-30 at SoFi, the Coliseum and more. Sessions from $30, hotels from $220/night plus Metro itineraries — plan your Games now. LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues takes place July 2028 in Los Angeles, USA. A typical trip including flights, hotels, and tickets is estimated at $2500 – $8000.
What makes this event worth the trip
The Olympics return to Los Angeles for a third time, joining London and Paris as the only cities ever to stage three Summer Games — and LA28 leans on what this city already does best. Instead of new construction, athletes compete in venues you know from highlights reels: track and field at the 1932 and 1984 Coliseum, swimming at SoFi Stadium, gymnastics at Crypto.com Arena, and beach volleyball on proper Southern California sand. The Games spread across one sprawling metro, so every session doubles as a sightseeing tour. Add July sunshine, taco stands between sessions, and metro lines connecting the clusters, and you get the most accessible Olympics ever staged for American travelers.
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Choose the right ticket option for your budget and experience
Olympic tickets are released in phases, typically starting 12-18 months before the Games. Register on the official LA28 website for priority access. Popular events like gymnastics, swimming, and the opening ceremony sell out within hours of public release.
With 32 sports across dozens of venues, strategic planning is essential. Consider grouping events by venue cluster — downtown (Crypto.com Arena, LA Convention Center), Exposition Park (Coliseum, BMO Stadium), and Inglewood (SoFi Stadium, Intuit Dome) to minimize transit time.
Ticket prices range from $50 for preliminary rounds to $2,000+ for premium finals and the opening ceremony. Allocate your budget across multiple sessions to experience different sports. Multi-sport session passes offer the best value for attendees planning to spend 5+ days.
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Recommended neighborhoods for every budget
The heart of the action with easy access to Crypto.com Arena and LA Live. Walkable to many venues, with the widest range of dining and entertainment options. Close to Metro lines connecting to other Olympic sites.
Find Hotels in Downtown Los AngelesBeachside base with a relaxed Southern California vibe. About 30-40 minutes from downtown venues by car or Metro E Line. Great for combining Olympic events with a classic LA beach vacation.
Find Hotels in Santa MonicaHome to the Rose Bowl and a charming historic district. About 20-30 minutes from downtown by car or Metro A Line. Quieter than central LA with excellent dining options and a more affordable hotel scene.
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Top neighborhoods to base yourself during the event
For session-stacking fans, the blocks around USC put you a short walk from the Coliseum, BMO Stadium, and the convention halls, with the E Line's Expo Park/USC station connecting downtown in minutes. Modest hotels and guesthouses sit among campus bars and cheap eats, keeping you close to the medal moments at gentler prices.
Search hotelsBook Long Beach if you lean toward the coastal cluster — rowing and canoe sprint on the historic Marine Stadium, plus arena sports around the convention campus — with the A Line reaching downtown LA in under an hour. Hotel rates stay gentler than central LA, and the waterfront dining scene gives evenings a resort feel.
Search hotelsWestside neighborhoods like Sawtelle offer a calmer value base with the E Line running straight to Exposition Park and downtown clusters, plus unbeatable ramen along Sawtelle Boulevard. Rates undercut Santa Monica while keeping you a bike ride from the beach and a direct train ride from the biggest venues.
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How to get to the venue and navigate the city
The primary gateway for international visitors. LAX is undergoing a major modernization with the new automated people mover connecting to Metro and rental car facilities. Allow 30-60 minutes from airport to downtown depending on traffic.
LA's Metro rail system connects downtown, Santa Monica, Pasadena, Hollywood, and Long Beach. During the Olympics, expect expanded service with dedicated event shuttles from key stations. The E Line (Expo) runs from Santa Monica to downtown, and the A Line reaches Pasadena.
While LA is a car-centric city, parking near Olympic venues will be limited and expensive. Consider renting only for days you plan to explore beyond the Metro coverage area. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft will have dedicated pick-up/drop-off zones at venues.
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Airport arrivals, transit options, and match-day timing
Los Angeles International (LAX) is the primary gateway, with the new people mover improving Metro connections; Hollywood Burbank (BUR) and Long Beach (LGB) are quieter alternatives.
LA28 plans a car-free Games built on Metro rail: the A and E Lines serve the downtown and Exposition Park clusters, the K Line reaches Inglewood, with expanded service and event shuttles promised for the Games.
Arrive 90 minutes to two hours before each session — security mirrors airport levels at marquee venues. Buy a TAP card in advance and skip driving; venue parking will be scarce and expensive.
A suggested day-by-day plan for your trip
Start with the downtown cluster: morning preliminaries at Crypto.com Arena or the Convention Center, lunch at Grand Central Market, then an afternoon among the Coliseum's Olympic history in Exposition Park. Finish with an evening medal session, riding the A and E Lines between venues to skip the freeway entirely.
Devote a full day to Inglewood's modern palaces. Catch basketball at the brand-new Intuit Dome, then cross the street to SoFi Stadium, where temporary pools transform football's most futuristic arena into swimming's grandest stage. Arrive early for security lines, and linger afterward — the whole district stays festive deep into the evening.
Balance the intensity with the coastal venues: rowing or canoe sprint on Long Beach's historic Marine Stadium, beach volleyball on the sand, then a slow afternoon in Santa Monica. As sunset paints the Pacific, toast your Olympic week from a rooftop above the water — LA's version of a closing ceremony.
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Quick answers about attending LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues
LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues takes place July 2028 in Los Angeles.
LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues is held at SoFi Stadium, LA Memorial Coliseum, Crypto.com Arena in host cities including Los Angeles.
Tickets for LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues typically cost $50 – $2000.
Recommended places to stay include Downtown Los Angeles and Santa Monica.
The recommended way to get there is by Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The primary gateway for international visitors. LAX is undergoing a major modernization with the new automated people mover connecting to Metro and rental car facilities. Allow 30-60 minutes from airport to downtown depending on traffic.
Match your hotel to a venue cluster: Downtown LA for Crypto.com Arena and the Convention Center, Exposition Park and USC for the Coliseum, or Long Beach for the coastal rowing events. Santa Monica and Pasadena offer calmer bases with Metro rail links. Wherever you stay, book refundable rates a year out — city-wide surges are expected throughout the Games.
Plan 90 minutes to two hours before each session — security screening mirrors airport levels at marquee venues, and lines peak when multiple sessions start together. Arriving early also lets you explore the Olympic live sites and fan festivals around the clusters. For the opening ceremony at SoFi and swimming finals, add extra buffer; transit and gate queues swell dramatically.
Use Metro rail rather than a car — venues cluster around downtown (A, E, and B lines), Exposition Park (E Line), Pasadena (A Line), and Long Beach (A Line), with expanded service and event shuttles promised for the Games. LAX's new people mover improves airport connections. Parking near venues will be scarce and expensive, so buy a TAP card and ride.
Register at the official LA28 platform — tickets release in phases, with popular sessions like gymnastics, swimming, and track finals selling out within hours of public release. Expect roughly $30-3,000 per session depending on sport and round. Multi-session packages offer better value for five-plus-day visits. Buy only through official channels; verified resale opens later.
Expect significant surges — it's the first US-hosted Summer Games since 1996. Hotels are projected to jump to $250-500-plus per night city-wide, with minimum stays near marquee venues, and rental cars and rideshares will spike hard. Food stays manageable thanks to LA's cheap taco and Koreatown scenes. Budget $300-500 daily per person beyond tickets and flights.
Last Updated: August 2026
Official sources for schedules, tickets and venue details
The official LA 2028 Olympics Travel Guide: Tickets, Hotels & Venues website — schedules, news and event-day information.
olympics.com → Official ticketsThe primary official ticket seller — release dates, seat categories and face-value prices.
la28.org → Venue informationOfficial venue details — seating maps, transport options and visitor guidance.
la28.org →Always buy through official channels — tickets from unofficial sellers may be invalid, duplicated or overpriced.
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