· Capacity: 45,000
Europe's largest indoor arena, in the La Défense business district. Concert capacity upgraded from 40K to 45K in 2024 ahead of Taylor Swift's residency.
Paris La Défense Arena is the largest indoor arena in Europe — the home of rugby's Racing 92 and a colossal concert venue, a glass-and-steel hangar in the La Défense business district that swallows tens of thousands for the biggest tours.
It's on the RER and Metro at the edge of Paris, beneath the towers of La Défense.
Below are the Paris stays, restaurants and bars fans use around the arena.
Hotels, bars, restaurants and things to do near Paris La Défense Arena — every pick web-researched and source-cited, closest to the arena first.
Eclectic boutique hotel in the vibrant South Pigalle neighborhood with artist-designed rooms and a buzzing courtyard restaurant. Visiting football supporters and music fans choose this as a characterful base for exploring Paris's sporting and cultural scene.
A stylish boutique hotel with an Italian-garden rooftop bar tucked behind the Grands Boulevards. Its central 2nd arrondissement location gives fans easy metro access to Stade de France and Parc des Princes, with a dreamy rooftop to return to postgame.
One of Paris's grand palace hotels overlooking the Tuileries Garden, steps from the Louvre. Le Meurice has hosted Salvador Dalí, Beyoncé, and Jay-Z. Alain Ducasse runs the two-Michelin-starred restaurant. The opulent 18th-century interiors and Cedric Grolet's pastry counter are destination-worthy.
The world's most famous hotel — Coco Chanel lived here 34 years, Hemingway liberated the bar. Beyoncé & Jay-Z, Kim Kardashian, Leonardo DiCaprio.
One of Paris's best-known sports bar chains, Au Bureau near the main football districts shows every major live sport across dozens of screens. French league and Champions League nights are standing-room-only affairs with passionate crowds. The selection of French regional beers alongside classic pression makes it an authentic Parisian fan experience.
A Marais taqueria hiding a world-class mezcal cocktail bar through a secret door in the back. Roland Garros tennis fans and concert-goers discover Paris' pioneering craft cocktail scene in this tiny, buzzing speakeasy.
The ultimate fashion-world hotel bar near Place Vendôme. During Paris Fashion Week, Hôtel Costes becomes the unofficial living room of the fashion industry. Rihanna, Kanye, Bella Hadid, and every major designer passes through. The moody, candlelit courtyard is one of the most photographed spots in Paris.
The world's most legendary bar, tucked inside The Ritz Paris and named after Ernest Hemingway who 'liberated' it during WWII. Head bartender Colin Peter Field crafts cocktails amid leather armchairs and literary memorabilia. Where Karl Lagerfeld, Beyoncé, and football royalty drink.
Impossibly exclusive Parisian nightclub — where Fashion Week afterparties happen. Rihanna, Leonardo DiCaprio, A Rocky.
Le Championnet in the 18th arrondissement is the archetypal Parisian neighbourhood café that transforms completely on PSG match days, with fans spilling from the terrace onto the pavement and every screen tuned to football. The unpretentious zinc bar, cheap house wine, and passionate local fanbase give visiting supporters an authentic Paris football experience that the big tourist bars simply can't replicate. On Champions League nights, the noise level here rivals the Parc des Princes.
Brasserie Lipp on the Boulevard Saint-Germain is one of Paris's most storied institutions, a pre- and post-event dining landmark where French sporting celebrities, journalists, and passionate fans have argued about rugby, football, and the Tour de France for over a century. The classic Alsatian menu — choucroute garnie, pied de cochon, and impeccable draft beer — fuels conversations that range from PSG's latest transfer to the upcoming Six Nations. Being turned away at the door is almost as much a Parisian ritual as being admitted.
A beloved Marais bistro famous for its bottomless chocolate mousse bowl and seasonal Provencal dishes on a leafy terrace. Rugby and football fans visiting Stade de France detour here for one of Paris' most Instagrammed dessert experiences.
The terrace on Paris's luxury fashion street — the undisputed Fashion Week dining destination. Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, Beyoncé & Jay-Z.
Serving classic French fare since 1896 in a stunning Belle Epoque dining hall, Bouillon Chartier offers steak-frites and escargot at remarkably affordable prices. For fans in Paris on a budget between Roland Garros or Parc des Princes matches, it is unbeatable.
Le Bouillon Racine is a stunning Art Nouveau brasserie steps from the Sorbonne — one of Paris's most beautiful dining rooms — where PSG fans and visiting football supporters fuel up on steak frites and soupe à l'oignon before heading to the Parc des Princes. The Belle Époque tilework and mirrors create an atmosphere befitting the French capital's football ambitions, and the affordable prix fixe menus make it accessible for fans on a matchday budget. A truly Parisian fan ritual.
Classic Parisian bistro with a prime terrace facing the Panthéon in the Latin Quarter. Perfect croque madame, excellent wine list, and the kind of effortless Parisian atmosphere that makes you never want to leave. A favorite of visiting American celebrities and athletes exploring the Left Bank.
Tour the home of Paris Saint-Germain and walk in the footsteps of Mbappe, Neymar, and Messi through the players' tunnel and dressing rooms. The experience includes the VIP areas, pitch-side access, and a look at PSG's growing trophy collection in one of Ligue 1's most atmospheric arenas.
Go behind the scenes at the stadium where France won the 1998 FIFA World Cup, exploring the presidential tribune, press conference room, and pitch-side dugouts. The tour also covers the venue's role in hosting the 2024 Olympic Games athletics events and Six Nations rugby.
Paris football fans traditionally gather along the Canal Saint-Martin before PSG home matches, turning the tree-lined waterway into an informal pre-match festival. Street food vendors, team merchandise sellers, and supporters groups converge from early afternoon. The walk from the canal to the Parc des Princes via the Métro is a beloved ritual for the club's most devoted fans.
Wander the cobblestone streets of Montmartre past artists' studios, vineyards, and the Moulin Rouge to the hilltop Sacré-Cœur basilica for sweeping Paris views.
France's national sports museum houses a remarkable collection spanning the country's Olympic history, football World Cup triumphs, and Tour de France legacy. Zidane's headband from the 2006 World Cup Final and Thierry Henry match jerseys are among the iconic objects on display. The Paris 2024 Olympic Games exhibit adds compelling contemporary content.
Home of Paris Saint-Germain and one of Europe's most recognizable football grounds, the Parc des Princes offers an intimate yet electric atmosphere in its famous Boulogne and Auteuil stands. The club's transformation into a global superpower has filled it with international fans while the Parisian ultras maintain intense support. Stadium tours provide access to the dressing rooms and press areas where Champions League history has been made.
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Paris La Défense Arena has a capacity of 45,000 people.
Paris La Défense Arena opened in 2017. It was designed by Christian de Portzamparc.
Racing 92 plays home games at Paris La Défense Arena.
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