The Best Things to Do in Inglewood, Los Angeles-Near SoFi Stadium and Beyond

"SoFi Stadium, which opened in 2020 at a cost of $5.5 billion, remains the most expensive ever built, and will host eight World Cup matches starting June 12, 2026."

"Hollywood Park, a 300-acre shopping center and residential development, began rolling out in 2023, featuring 25 acres of parks, green walkways, and bike paths surrounding the stadium."

"The transformation has come with tradeoffs, causing traffic gridlock and sending rents and home prices skyrocketing, prompting the city to improve airport connectivity with a LAX Metro expansion."

Inglewood, Los Angeles, will host eight matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at SoFi Stadium, the most expensive stadium ever built. The area is undergoing significant development, including the opening of the Intuit Dome and Hollywood Park, which features parks and new venues. Hotel availability is increasing with new properties set to open. However, this transformation has led to traffic congestion and rising rents. Infrastructure improvements, such as the LAX Metro expansion, aim to alleviate some of these issues.

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