Your 2026 Six Nations Championship Travel Guide

There are rugby tournaments, and then there’s the Six Nations Championship.
This is where history gets written in mud, rain, breathless stadiums, and packed pubs. No franchises. No shortcuts. Just six proud rugby nations, generations of rivalry, and fans who live for every tackle. 

From 5 February to 14 March 2026, the Six Nations returns to its spiritual homes: Wales, England, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, and France. For South Africans who understand what rugby really means, this isn’t just a tour – it’s a rite of passage. 

Why the Six Nations Is a Bucket-List Rugby Experience

Southern Hemisphere rugby is powerful, fast, and unforgiving. The Six Nations is something else entirely. It’s raw, tactical, emotional – and deeply tribal. 

Every venue tells a story. Every anthem shakes the ground. And every match feels like it matters beyond the scoreboard. 

For South Africans, this is a chance to: 

• Watch rugby in historic, city-centre stadiums 
• Experience old-school rivalries that predate professionalism 
• Combine world-class rugby with culture, food, and iconic cities 
• Travel easily between countries in a single trip 

It’s rugby with soul – and Europe does it like nowhere else. 

Where Is the Six Nations Championship in 2026?

The Six Nations Championship 2026 takes place across six rugby capitals: 

• Cardiff, Wales 
• London, England 
• Dublin, Ireland 
• Edinburgh, Scotland 
• Rome, Italy 
• Paris, France 

Matches rotate weekly between these cities, making it ideal for a multi-country sports travel itinerary. With short flights and efficient rail networks, you can watch more than one match – and experience more than one rugby culture – in a single trip. 

Six Nations 2026 Venues: Where the Battles Are Fought

These aren’t just stadiums. They’re rugby landmarks. 

Principality Stadium: Cardiff, Wales 

One of the loudest stadiums in world rugby. Roof closed. Anthems echoing. The city shuts down on matchday. You feel this one in your chest. 

Twickenham: London, England 

The home of English rugby. Massive, historic, and unapologetically traditional. Watching a Six Nations clash here is a box-ticking moment for any rugby fan. 

Aviva Stadium: Dublin, Ireland 

Modern, intense, and fiercely proud. Irish supporters know their rugby, and matchday in Dublin blends passion with world-class hospitality. 

Murrayfield: Edinburgh, Scotland 

Cold air. Hard tackles. A crowd that lives for upsetting giants. Murrayfield delivers edge and atmosphere in equal measure. 

Stadio Olimpico: Rome, Italy 

Rugby meets Roman history. A more relaxed crowd, incredible food, and the chance to combine Six Nations rugby with sightseeing that’s second to none. 

Stade de France and Decathlon Arena: France 

Big moments, big personalities, and an electric crowd. Pair this with Parisian cuisine, museums, and nightlife, and you’ve got a heavyweight experience on and off the field. 

 More Than Rugby: What Else You’ll See and Do

This is where the Six Nations really separates itself. 

• Cardiff: Castle views, pub crawls, and matchday streets packed shoulder to shoulder 
• London: Theatre, markets, museums, and iconic landmarks 
• Dublin: Guinness Storehouse, live music, and late nights after full-blooded rugby 
• Edinburgh: Old Town history, whisky tastings, and dramatic landscapes 
• Rome: Colosseum, Vatican City, and food worth travelling for on its own 
• Paris: Art, fashion, food, and an atmosphere that makes every win feel cinematic 

How to Get Six Nations Championship Tickets

Six Nations tickets are notoriously difficult to secure, especially for premium fixtures and weekend matches. Stadiums sell out fast, and resale platforms are risky and expensive. 

This is where working with a specialist sports travel company matters. 

At Edusport, we secure official match tickets as part of tailored sports travel packages, combining: 

• Guaranteed match access 
• Centrally located accommodation 
• Breakfast 
• Optional flights from South Africa and sightseeing excursions 

 Smart Tips for South Africans Planning Six Nations Travel

• Book early: Six Nations dates are fixed and demand is high 
• Choose 2–3 cities instead of trying to do all six 
• Travel by train between cities for ease and atmosphere 
• Pack for winter: February and March mean cold, rain, and proper rugby weather 

FAQs: Six Nations Championship 2026

Where is the Six Nations Championship in 2026? 

The Six Nations Championship 2026 takes place in Wales, England, Ireland, Scotland, Italy, and France, with matches hosted in their major rugby cities. 

Is the Six Nations suitable for families and non-rugby travellers? 

Yes. One of the strengths of the Six Nations is that matches are played in major cities, not remote stadiums. This means families and non-rugby travellers can enjoy museums, food scenes, shopping, historic landmarks, and day trips while matchdays remain the main event. 

What makes the Six Nations different from other international rugby tournaments? 

The Six Nations is played annually, in historic stadiums, with centuries-old rivalries and home-and-away fixtures. There are no neutral venues and no breaks in intensity – every match carries national pride and pressure from kick-off to final whistle. 

Why Book Your Six Nations Adventure with Edusport

Rugby isn’t just a game to us – it’s part of who we are. Edusport understands the mindset of South African supporters: the pride, the loyalty, the expectation that things should work seamlessly. 

If the Six Nations has been sitting on your bucket list, 2026 is the year to make it happen. The stadiums are ready. The rivalries are waiting. All that’s missing is you.