TEXANS
AFC South · Houston, Texas
Houston Texans
NRG Stadium — Houston, TX
72,220Capacity
2002Opened
8Home Games
Game Day IntelNRG Stadium
Capacity
72,220
Opened 2002
Surface
Natural Grass
Retractable roof
Distance from City
3 miles
From downtown Houston
NRG has a retractable roof — and Houston needs it. Early season heat and humidity in Houston are intense. The roof closes for extreme weather and heat, making September and October games far more comfortable than an open-air stadium would allow. Check the forecast; the roof decision is made on game day.
Houston is the most diverse food city in America. The city's extraordinary restaurant scene — Vietnamese, Tex-Mex, Nigerian, Indian, and everything in between — is reason enough to build a full weekend. Montrose, the Heights, and Midtown all reward the solo traveler who eats their way through game day.
Houston requires a plan for getting there. NRG Stadium is 3 miles from downtown but Houston's public transit is limited. METRORail's Red Line runs directly to the stadium from downtown — use it. Rideshare works too but game day surge pricing is real.
Houston is wildly underrated as a solo travel destination. Most visitors underestimate the city's scale and diversity. The Space Center, the Museum District, Buffalo Bayou Park, and a world-class arts scene make Houston worth three days minimum.
2026–27 SeasonTexans Full Schedule
13Sep
Texans vs. Buffalo Bills
20Sep
Texans vs. Cincinnati Bengals
27Sep
Texans at Indianapolis Colts
4Oct
Texans vs. Dallas Cowboys
11Oct
Texans at Tennessee Titans
18Oct
Texans at Jacksonville Jaguars
25Oct
Texans vs. New York Giants
—BYE
Bye Week
8Nov
Texans at Los Angeles Chargers
15Nov
Texans at Cleveland Browns
19Nov
Texans vs. Indianapolis Colts
29Nov
Texans vs. Baltimore Ravens
6Dec
Texans at Pittsburgh Steelers
13Dec
Texans at Washington Commanders
20Dec
Texans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
24Dec
Texans at Philadelphia Eagles
4Jan
Texans at Green Bay Packers
10Jan
Texans vs. Tennessee Titans
Full 2026–27 season including road games. Kickoff times subject to flex scheduling — verify at nfl.com before booking travel.
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Houston, Texas
COLTS
AFC South · Indianapolis, Indiana
Indianapolis Colts
Lucas Oil Stadium — Indianapolis, IN
67,000Capacity
2008Opened
8Home Games
Game Day IntelLucas Oil Stadium
Capacity
67,000
Opened 2008
Surface
FieldTurf
Retractable roof
Distance from City
Downtown
Indianapolis city center
One of the most solo-friendly NFL cities on the calendar. Lucas Oil Stadium sits in the heart of downtown Indianapolis — you can walk from your hotel, walk to dinner, walk to the game, and walk back. The city is compact, affordable, and designed for exactly this kind of weekend.
Indianapolis punches well above its weight. The Indiana Pacers, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the NCAA Hall of Champions, and a genuinely solid restaurant scene on Mass Ave make this a complete sports city. Don't underestimate it as a destination.
Lucas Oil is one of the best indoor game day experiences in the NFL. The retractable roof keeps the atmosphere controlled and the sound trapped inside. Even a rebuilding Colts team draws passionate crowds in a stadium that amplifies every play.
Mass Ave and Fountain Square before the game. Indianapolis's two best bar and restaurant neighborhoods are a short walk or Uber from the stadium. Build 2 hours in Mass Ave before kickoff — the local craft beer scene is genuinely excellent.
2026–27 SeasonColts Full Schedule
13Sep
Colts vs. Baltimore Ravens
20Sep
Colts at Kansas City Chiefs
27Sep
Colts vs. Houston Texans
4Oct
Colts at Washington Commanders
11Oct
Colts at Pittsburgh Steelers
18Oct
Colts vs. Tennessee Titans
25Oct
Colts at Minnesota Vikings
1Nov
Colts at Jacksonville Jaguars
8Nov
Colts vs. Dallas Cowboys
15Nov
Colts vs. Miami Dolphins
19Nov
Colts at Houston Texans
29Nov
Colts vs. New York Giants
—BYE
Bye Week
13Dec
Colts at Philadelphia Eagles
20Dec
Colts at Tennessee Titans
27Dec
Colts vs. Cincinnati Bengals
3Jan
Colts at Cleveland Browns
10Jan
Colts vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
Full 2026–27 season including road games. Kickoff times subject to flex scheduling — verify at nfl.com before booking travel.
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Indianapolis, Indiana
JAGUARS
AFC South · Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville Jaguars
EverBank Stadium — Jacksonville, FL
62,483Capacity
1995Opened
8Home Games
Game Day IntelEverBank Stadium
Capacity
62,483
Opened 1995
Surface
Natural Grass
Open air · Riverfront
Distance from City
Riverfront
Downtown Jacksonville
EverBank sits on the St. Johns River. The stadium's riverfront location gives it a distinctive setting — arrive from the water taxi for the full effect. The Jacksonville Landing area along the river is being redeveloped and worth exploring before kickoff.
Jacksonville Beach is 20 minutes away. Stay at the beach, come into the city for the game, and go back for the evening. Jacksonville's beach neighborhoods — Jax Beach, Neptune Beach, Atlantic Beach — offer a completely different vibe from the downtown stadium area.
The Jaguars are a young, growing team. The fanbase is passionate and the stadium atmosphere has improved significantly in recent seasons. Solo visitors will find a welcoming crowd — Jacksonville is a city that takes pride in the NFL coming to town.
North Florida heat requires planning. September and October games in Jacksonville are hot and humid. Wear light clothing, hydrate consistently, and use the shaded concourse areas between plays. November onward is perfect Florida weather for football.
2026–27 SeasonJaguars Full Schedule
13Sep
Jaguars vs. Cleveland Browns
20Sep
Jaguars at Denver Broncos
27Sep
Jaguars vs. New England Patriots
4Oct
Jaguars at Cincinnati Bengals
11Oct
Jaguars vs. Philadelphia Eagles
18Oct
Jaguars vs. Houston Texans
—BYE
Bye Week
1Nov
Jaguars vs. Indianapolis Colts
5Nov
Jaguars at Baltimore Ravens
15Nov
Jaguars at Tennessee Titans
22Nov
Jaguars at New York Giants
29Nov
Jaguars vs. Tennessee Titans
6Dec
Jaguars at Chicago Bears
14Dec
Jaguars vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
20Dec
Jaguars at Houston Texans
27Dec
Jaguars at Dallas Cowboys
3Jan
Jaguars vs. Washington Commanders
10Jan
Jaguars at Indianapolis Colts
Full 2026–27 season including road games. Kickoff times subject to flex scheduling — verify at nfl.com before booking travel.
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Jacksonville, Florida
TITANS
AFC South · Nashville, Tennessee
Tennessee Titans
Nissan Stadium — Nashville, TN
69,143Capacity
1999Opened
8Home Games
Game Day IntelNissan Stadium
Capacity
69,143
Opened 1999
Surface
Natural Grass
Open air · Cumberland River
Distance from City
1 mile
From Broadway Nashville
Nashville is already on every solo traveler's list. The Titans give you the perfect excuse to pick a fall weekend in Music City. Broadway's honky-tonks, the Gulch, East Nashville, and Germantown all fit easily around a Sunday kickoff.
Walk across the Seigenthaler Bridge. Nissan Stadium sits on the east bank of the Cumberland River, directly across from downtown Nashville. The pedestrian bridge approach from Broadway to the stadium is one of the great game day walks in football — skyline views the whole way.
Hot chicken is a pre-game requirement. Nashville hot chicken is one of America's great regional foods. Prince's Hot Chicken, Hattie B's, or Bolton's Spicy Chicken — build 90 minutes here before crossing the bridge. This is non-negotiable.
Stay on Broadway or in the Gulch. Hotels on or near Broadway put you in walking distance of both the pre-game atmosphere and the stadium. The city's honky-tonk strip is loudest on Friday and Saturday nights — time your arrival accordingly.
2026–27 SeasonTitans Full Schedule
13Sep
Titans vs. New York Jets
20Sep
Titans vs. Philadelphia Eagles
27Sep
Titans at New York Giants
4Oct
Titans at Baltimore Ravens
11Oct
Titans vs. Houston Texans
18Oct
Titans at Indianapolis Colts
25Oct
Titans vs. Cleveland Browns
1Nov
Titans at Cincinnati Bengals
—BYE
Bye Week
15Nov
Titans vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
22Nov
Titans at Dallas Cowboys
29Nov
Titans at Jacksonville Jaguars
6Dec
Titans vs. Washington Commanders
13Dec
Titans at Detroit Lions
20Dec
Titans vs. Indianapolis Colts
27Dec
Titans at Las Vegas Raiders
3Jan
Titans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
10Jan
Titans at Houston Texans
Full 2026–27 season including road games. Kickoff times subject to flex scheduling — verify at nfl.com before booking travel.
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Nashville, Tennessee