Thanks to the Paris Olympics 2024, France has become a top summer destination for European travel this year. From July 26 to August 11, 2024, the City Of Lights will host some of the biggest athletes of the world as well as tourists, making summer in Paris a crowded affair. But before flying to Paris this summer, you must know crucial details that can make your travel smooth in this part of Europe.
While you can expect larger crowds during this period, Paris remains a city brimming with arts, culture, history, natural beauty, and world-class shopping. From the iconic Champs-Élysées to the romantic Eiffel Tower and gourmet flavours of French cuisine, Paris promises activities and landmarks that deserve top space in your to-do list. Follow our guide to free things to do in Paris to make the most of your Parisian escapade.
Strikes, closure of monuments and roadblocks are just a few things you will face in Paris during the summer of 2024. Fret not, one can easily navigate the city despite these interruptions and have a wonderful vacation.
Several iconic attractions in Paris are being converted into sports arenas for the games. If you are attending the Olympics 2024, you will be able to see these attractions, but not in their original glory. Tourists should check the list below and make note of the Parisian attractions that will be temporarily closed to the public.
Travel Note: The Eiffel Tower will be closed on July 26, 2024, but will remain open throughout the games.
Moving around the city may become difficult as road closures and strikes are anticipated in Paris and other parts of Europe during the summer.
Unions representing transport workers responsible for Paris’ public transport, such as the Métro, tram, and bus services, have launched several strikes and are threatening to strike during the Olympics. They are demanding extra pay and support for the work they’ll be doing for the games.
Furthermore, some metro stations and tramways will also be closed to manage the Paris Olympics. Several bridges across the beautiful Seine River will also be closed, causing roadblocks and difficulty in navigating the city. River cruises will continue until seven days before the opening ceremony.
Paris metro stations that’ll be temporarily closed:
Tramways to be temporarily closed:
Bridges to be temporarily closed:
A dedicated government website will give real-time information on transport and traffic congestion during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Anticiper les Jeux will feature an interactive map showing roadblocks and public transport delays.
The city has a reputation for pickpockets and scammers. These people exploit tourists’ lack of knowledge and scam them into losing money or stealing wallets or phones. Some popular scams include strangers slipping a bracelet on your wrist and demanding a high cost for the product, forcing tourists to buy something they never intended to. Peruse our guide on the most popular scams in Europe for insights into what you may encounter in Paris during the Summer Olympics.
It helps to know essential phrases in the language of the country you are travelling to. While many Parisians know English, the person you are trying to communicate with might not be well-versed. Hence, be armed with French phrases that help you navigate the city better during the Summer Olympics.
Some common French phrases to know:
Smartphones are modern guidebooks that can store crucial information to help us travel better! Several apps are designed to make exploring France, especially Paris, easy for tourists.
Some useful apps you can download to navigate the 2024 Paris Olympics:
This story first appeared on Lifestyle Asia Hong Kong.
(Feature image credit: Catarina Belova/Shutterstock)
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