ROLAND GARROS STADIUM
Named in memory of French aviator Roland Garros , the high temple of tennis has showcased some of the most mythical moments in tennis history over the 95 years it has hosted the French Open . Spread over nearly 30 acres and 18 clay courts , the stadium ’ s Simonne Mathieu and Suzanne Lenglen Courts will host tennis events at the Paris 2024 Games , while the Philippe Chatrier Court will host both boxing and tennis .
PARIS OLYMPICS 2024 : ATTRACTIONS
Beyond the Olympic venues , there is much to see and do in Paris this summer . From exploring the city ’ s seminal icons , encompassing the Arc de Triomphe , the Sacré-Cœur Basilica , the Notre Dame Cathedral , and the Eiffel Tower , to sampling its celebrated gastronomy scene , complete with everything from Michelin-starred eateries to chic local cafés and tantalizing street food markets , Paris earns its reputation as one of the world ’ s most fascinating cities in spades .
Throw in the City of Light ’ s unparalleled museums like the Louvre , the world ’ s most-visited museum wherein resides Leonardo da Vinci ’ s Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo amid a multitude of other treatures ; the Musée d ’ Orsay , with its outstanding collection of Impressionist paintings by Monet , Renoir , and Cezanne , among others ; and the Center Pompidou ( also known as Beaubourg ), with its impressive collection of modern and contemporary art , and visitors to Paris will find themselves spoilt for choice during this summer ’ s Olympic festivities .
Likewise , a stroll or a cruise along the romantic and arresting River Seine , a shopping excursion on the fabulous Rue du Faubourg Saint- Honoré , an exploration of the mysterious Paris catacombs , or a languid afternoon lounging about Paris ’ s beautifully maintained public parks like Bois de Vincennes and Bois de Boulogne , are also among the excellent diversions without which no visit to the French capital would be complete .
Paris 2024 Marathon Route
Credit : Paris 2024
The 2024 Olympics in Paris will be more than just a sporting event ; they will celebrate human achievement amidst captivating and historic landmarks , exquisite cuisine , and enough memorable experiences to last a lifetime . Whether you ’ re a sports enthusiast , an art aficionado , or a devoted Francophile , Paris has something magical this summer that will delight and inspire . So why not soak in the spirit of competition , explore the city , and , as the French say , laissez le bon temps rouler ( let the good times roll )?
Let the games begin .
GETTING THERE
United Airlines and Air France both offer nonstop flights from Dulles International Airport ( IAD ) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport ( CDG ).
SPRING 2024
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