With the Paris Olympics 2024 kicking off, many are set to journey to the French capital to experience the atmosphere of the games.
Indeed, the Eiffel Tower, the Seine’s glistening waters, and Paris’s lively streets will all be bursting with Olympic excitement. As the world watches on this summer, a unique tapestry of culture, competition, and camaraderie takes shape against the captivating background of the City of Light.
The opening ceremony will take place on July 26 at the city centre overlooking the river Seine, and athletes will compete across 32 sporting events until August 11. Sport climbing, skateboarding, surfing, and the newest addition breakdancing are some of the new competitions that will be presented at this year’s Paris Olympics.
Moreover, 184 countries will be participating with four athletes representing the UAE, five from Saudi Arabia, ten from Qatar, and more from all over the GCC. The competitions and events will take place in 35 different venues across Paris, and neighbouring cities including Versailles, Nanterre, and Nice.
Although most tickets are sold out by this point, the official Olympics website still offers tickets for several sessions. Moreover, you can find all-inclusive travel packages, such as VIP Hospitality Packages that range from lounge access at competitions to getting the best view for the opening ceremony that is set to unfold at the Seine.
If you intend to travel to France and see Paris during this festive period, make the most of your trip by residing at some of the city’s finest hotels and taking in the luxury and authentic French culture. This is the ideal moment to travel around the nation and take in the Olympics since it is well-known for its art, architecture, and history. Book a stay at the luxurious Shangri-La Paris for a direct view of the Eiffel Tower or The Peninsula, and unwind at their opulent spas with exquisite breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus. Airbnb also offers a wide range of accommodations near different venues, suitable for those who prefer private homestays.
In accordance with the Summer Olympics this year, many concession stands will be open near the different venues selling food, drinks, and more. Michelin-star restaurants will also open their doors for visitors to experience traditional French cuisine. Visit the extravagant Versailles-inspired Michelin-star restaurant Le Meurice Alain Ducasse, which serves avant-garde European cuisine, specializing in French cuisine. Additionally, to experience the bourgeois dining environment, pay a visit to the high-class restaurant Apicius, and grace your palette with the most magnificent and elegant French diet.
Amidst the busy days of spectating the Olympics, you can spend time unwinding with some shopping sprees in and around Boulevard Haussmann or shop at Galeries Lafayette, one of the most famous department stores in Europe housing brands such as Armani, Balenciaga, Hermès, and Louis Vuitton.
For those interested in relaxing with nature, France is best known for its beautiful and scenic parks. Parc Monceau, known for its Renaissance-style arches, is a park with ambient duck ponds and sculptures of famous French figures. Along the same lines, France is also famous for their museums and churches. Although the popular spots will be crowded, visitors must pay a visit to the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, and Saint Eustache Church.
The Paris 2024 Summer Olympics is an event that many are looking forward to with excitement. It is a time of celebration and patriotism across the world while athletes compete and show off their best talents.
Let the games begin…
