A clamor rises from the 16th arrondissement during this summer of 2024. It's only natural: all the fans have gathered in this corner of the capital to support the French athletes taking part in these 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. From July 26 to September 8, a number of events are being held at sports venues and iconic locations in this arrondissement.
So what are the Olympic venues in the 16th arrondissement, and what sports are played there? And above all, what activities can you do in the area between two matches or two competitions? Here's everything you need to know about the Games in the 16th arrondissement, to help you navigate all the information and prepare for your Olympic and Paralympic season in Paris.
The Place du Trocadéro is located directly opposite the Eiffel Tower. Framed by the Trocadero Palace, this square is home to several museums and cultural venues, an esplanade famous for its view of the Iron Lady, and gardens much appreciated by walkers.
Trocadéro was named after the Battle of Trocadéro, a French monarchist victory over Spanish liberal revolutionaries in 1823. The large palace surrounding the square was built for the 1878Universal Exhibition, then replaced by the Palais de Chaillot for the 1937 Universal Exhibition.
The Place du Trocadéro will be the venue for the road cycling events (the road races), as well as the start of the 20-kilometer walk, which departs from the Pont d'Iéna. To get there, take lines 6 or 9 to the "Trocadéro" stop, or the RER C to the "Pont de l'Alma" stop.
Place du Trocadéro: a historic Paris landmark with a view of the Eiffel Tower
Located in the 16th arrondissement, Place du Trocadéro is lined with numerous monuments and cultural sites. Its unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower attracts tourists and lifelong Parisians alike. [Read more]
Athletics and marathon running, king disciplines at the Olympic Games... And the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games are no exception to the rule! Combining throws, jumps, runs... athletics is also the discipline of all records, with great champions who have the history of their performance. Find out everything there is to know about these disciplines for the Games! [Read more]
Mountain biking, track racing, BMX, freestyle, Para-cycling... Cycling comes in many forms during these Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Here's everything you need to know about this cycling sport. [Read more]
Tennis fans are well acquainted with this stadium, which has been located on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne since 1927: every year, the Roland-Garros stadium sees its fair share of athletes and champions on its 18 courts. Named in tribute to aviator Roland Garros, who died in aerial combat during the First World War, this sports venue is served by several bus lines, as well as by metro lines 9 (Michel-Ange - Auteuil, Michel-Ange - Molitor and Porte de Saint-Cloud) and 10 (Michel-Ange - Auteuil, Michel-Ange - Molitor and Porte d'Auteuil).
Unsurprisingly, the stadium will host not only the tennis competitions, but also the final boxing matches during these Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Known the world over thanks to the French Open tennis tournament, the Roland-Garros stadium is a veritable open-air museum for fans of the sport and clay courts, located at Porte d'Auteuil in the west of Paris. [Read more]
During the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, tennis has a prominent place. Find out everything you need to know about this discipline, from the history of this Olympic sport to the events scheduled to take place at Roland-Garros Stadium, not forgetting the French athletes to keep a close eye on and not forgetting wheelchair tennis to experience during the Paralympic Games. [Read more]
Boxing is one of the 32 sports to watch at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games! Here's everything you need to know about this crowd-pleasing combat sport. [Read more]
One of the biggest and oldest stadiums in France, the Parc des Princes has played host to some of the greatest national and international soccer and rugby competitions. It's also a major cultural venue, where major stars have put on shows: Michael Jackson, the Rolling Stones, Prince, U2, David Bowie, Metallica, NTM and many others have brought together tens of thousands of spectators.
In 2024, soccer fans will gather at the Parc des Princes to watch the Olympic Games. To get to the stadium, take metro lines 9 (Porte de Saint-Cloud) or 10 (Porte d'Auteuil).
After the Stade de France, the Parc des Princes is the largest soccer stadium in the Paris region, and has been home to Paris-Saint-Germain since the late 1970s. Accessible on guided tours, it is mainly used on match nights. [Read more]
You think soccer has no secrets for you? But do you know its history at the Olympic Games? Are you familiar with cecifoot? Here's everything you need to know about the events at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. [Read more]
But the 16th arrondissement isn't just about sports! This little corner of Paris is packed with museums, good restaurants, gardens and parks, curiosities... Between two events, take the opportunity to (re)discover this part of Paris!
Discover Bagatelle Park, its rose garden and sublime gardens
The Parc de Bagatelle awaits you on the Bois de Boulogne side to let you enjoy its enchanting setting. From the Château de Bagatelle to the beautiful rose garden and vegetable patch, this is a magical garden where life is good. [Read more]
Snake & Twist: the pilates studio presents its own method on Megaformer
After opening four Parisian locations, in the 16th arrondissement, 17th arrondissement and 9th arrondissement, Snake&Twist, the pilates studio specializing in Lagree in its own way, has opened a brand new room in the 16th arrondissement, with redesigned, state-of-the-art machines. [Read more]
Paris Sports Ball: voguing during the Olympic Games at the Parc des Champions du Trocadéro
In early August, during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, voguing invites itself onto the Champions Park stage, for an exceptional, free show given by dancers from the House of Revlon. [Read more]
Le Monde de Noé: an immersive experience in the animal world, in Paris
Le Monde de Noé invites young and old alike to a unique immersive experience in the 16th and 14th arrondissements of Paris. Discover three fascinating ecosystems populated by rescued animals, all supervised by passionate professionals. Experience authentic, educational interaction with the animal world. An opportunity to raise families' awareness of biodiversity and animal welfare in an urban environment. [Read more]
Lordy's Paris Club, the restaurant at the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel
Lunch goes English at Lordy's Paris Club, the restaurant of the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel hotel! [Read more]
Did you know? This is the last of Hector Guimard's original Type B metro station aediculae.
Did you know? Hector Guimard's last surviving type B kiosk, nicknamed La Libellule, is located at Porte Dauphine station in Paris. This exceptional Parisian metro entrance is one of the last original vestiges, and we tell you all about it. [Read more]
Palais de Tokyo: opening hours, prices, reservations... All you need to know about the Paris museum
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Palais de Tokyo, a jewel of contemporary art located in the heart of Paris. Opening times, prices, reservations, nearby transport... Everything you need to know before your visit! [Read more]
How does a Paris-Saint-Germain match at the Parc des Princes go? The different experiences
You've always wanted to go to the Parc des Princes to see a Paris-Saint-Germain game, but don't know how to organize yourself? We tell you everything in this article that summarizes all the experiences available at the stadium according to your desires! [Read more]
Jardin d'Acclimatation, the amusement park in the heart of Paris
Once again, the Jardin d'Acclimatation welcomes us for some fun and relaxation. This amusement park for small children offers 40 attractions for children from 1 year of age, an educational farm and restaurants on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne at the gateway to Paris. [Read more]
Burning Bar, the Parisian hot pilates studio, in the 16th arrondissement
Following in the footsteps of yoga, pilates has become particularly popular in Paris in recent years: and with good reason, numerous studios have opened in the capital. On Rue Raymond Poincaré, in the 16th arrondissement, a brand-new concept has just opened its doors: it's the Burning Bar, a place to do hot pilates in a warmer-than-usual room. [Read more]
Restaurant Paris 16: Where to eat in the 16th arrondissement? Our favorite places and top picks
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 16th arrondissement? Discover our best addresses, our latest finds and our favorites! [Read more]
See you in the 16th arrondissement all summer long!
Dates and Opening Time
From July 26, 2024 to September 8, 2024
Place du Trocadéro: a historic Paris landmark with a view of the Eiffel Tower
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, events, Olympic venue... athletics and para-athletics at the Games
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, events programme... cycling at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
Roland-Garros stadium, the temple of clay tennis in Paris
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, rules, athletes... tennis at the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Paris 2024 Olympics: rules, history, programme... discover the boxing events in Paris
The Parc des Princes, a soccer temple that has been home to Paris-Saint-Germain since 1974
Paris 2024 Olympics: history, rules, programme... soccer at the Olympic & Paralympic Games
