Planning Your Trip to the Paris 2024 Olympics
In this series, iBestTravel’s team of writers and editors answers your travel problems and provides tips and hacks to help you plan a hassle-free trip. We asked our woman in Paris, Vivian Song, to field this query about the 2024 Olympics.
When are the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games?
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will take place from July 26 to August 11, followed by the Paralympic Games from August 28 to September 8. The event signifies a significant milestone in international sports.
How do you get tickets?
For the first time, all tickets for the Paris 2024 Games will be sold online through a single portal, ensuring a streamlined purchasing process. Paris organizers have implemented a two-phase lottery system to promote fairness. Although the first phase has concluded, there are still significant opportunities to secure tickets.
Almost seven million tickets remain available for purchase. The second phase will allow selected individuals to buy single tickets starting in early May.
Does that mean tickets are no longer available?
Not exactly. While the second phase will utilize a lottery system, a third phase is anticipated later this year, offering any remaining tickets to the public. Additionally, ticket holders will have the option to resell their tickets on a dedicated platform, which could present a great opportunity for those still looking for access.
Furthermore, 3.4 million tickets for the Paralympic Games will go on sale in the fall, allowing even more opportunities for enthusiasts to engage with this monumental event.
How much are tickets?
Ticket prices for the Paris 2024 Games will vary based on the event and seating category. A million tickets will start at €24, with 50% priced at €50 or less for general public access. However, expect to pay significantly more for finals in popular sports, such as €690 for artistic gymnastics finals and €980 for the men’s 100m sprint finals.
What if money is not an issue?
For those willing to invest more, the Hospitality Packages portal offers premium access to the games. These packages include tiers of premium seating, food and drink service, and dedicated staff, ensuring a luxury experience throughout the games.
Tips for a Stress-Free Olympic Experience
International attendees can benefit from all-inclusive travel packages designed to ease the planning process. These packages may encompass hotel accommodations, transportation to venues, and guided tours, tailored to fit various budgets.
Other Ways to Participate
In a historic move, the Paris 2024 Games will allow amateur athletes the chance to participate in the Marathon Pour Tous (Marathon for All). If a full marathon seems daunting, there is also a six-mile run available.
However, to secure a spot among the 20,024 available entries, participants must accumulate 100,000 activity points from the Marathon Pour Tous app by year-end, syncing with various fitness trackers to log their activities.
Watching the Opening Ceremonies
If you’d prefer to witness the festivities firsthand, the opening ceremony will be unlike any other, taking place along the Seine rather than in a stadium. With a capacity for 600,000 spectators, this event is expected to create a vibrant atmosphere.
Although tickets for paid areas may sell out quickly, access to the public quays and large screens will be free, ensuring everyone can enjoy the celebration of unity and athleticism.
Volunteering Opportunities
While volunteering does not guarantee access to events, it can provide a unique opportunity to be part of this historic occasion. Applications are open until May 3, and potential volunteers should note the responsibility for their own travel accommodations.
Ultimately, whether opting for ticket purchases, participating as an athlete, or volunteering, attending the Olympics in Paris will likely be a memorable chapter in the history of sports.
