Paris 2024 Olympics travel checklist: tickets, accommodation and best way to get around Paris during the Games

Attending the Paris 2024 Olympics is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but it requires careful planning. This Paris 2024 Olympics travel checklist will help you organise tickets, accommodation, transport and packing so you don’t miss a thing. Paris in July and August will be extremely crowded, with high prices and tight deadlines, so it’s best to prepare everything in advance. Use this list in Foco to keep track of every step: from buying tickets to choosing the best way to get around Paris during the Olympics.

What this checklist includes

A real checklist with concrete actions: confirm tickets, book flexible-cancellation accommodation, manage documents (passport, travel insurance, European Health Insurance Card), plan public transport routes (metro and RER will be key) and pack light but smart. It also includes safety tips for navigating crowded areas and avoiding common scams during large events.

In Foco, each task will appear with the colour of your 'Paris 2024' project. Use Panorama mode to see all your pending tasks (travel, work, home) in one place, or switch to Foco mode to focus only on Olympic preparations. The Kanban view will help you group tasks by stage (before the trip, during the event), and the calendar will remind you of deadlines like the last day to collect tickets or your departure date.

• Check that your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your return date
• Apply for the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if you’re an EU resident, or take out travel insurance with international medical coverage
• Confirm your ticket booking on the official Paris 2024 website and download the QR code in the official app (required for event access)
• Collect physical tickets at authorised points if they’re not digital (check deadlines on the Paris 2024 website)
• Book accommodation with free cancellation (recommended areas: near RER or metro stations like La Défense, Saint-Denis or central Paris)
• Buy 7- or 10-day public transport passes (Pass Navigo Découverte or Paris Visite) at metro stations or online (avoid queues in July)
• Plan routes from your accommodation to Olympic venues using the official Île-de-France transport app (RATP)
• Download the official Paris 2024 app for real-time alerts on schedules, venue changes or event delays
• Prepare an emergency kit: digital copies of documents (passport, tickets, bookings) on your phone and cloud, backup credit card and cash in euros
• Pack comfortable, lightweight clothing (Paris in July and August often exceeds 30°C), walking shoes and sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
• Include face masks and hand sanitiser (not mandatory but useful in crowds)
• Bring type E plug adapters (French standard) if you’re travelling from outside Europe
• Register your trip with your embassy or consulate’s alert system (in case of emergencies or last-minute changes)
• Review Paris 2024 security rules: small backpacks only (max 25x20x40 cm), no sharp objects or bottles over 100 ml
• Save emergency numbers in your phone: 17 (police), 15 (ambulance) and 112 (general EU emergency number)
• Avoid tourist hotspots during peak hours (like the Champs-Élysées or Eiffel Tower) if you don’t have tickets for nearby events
• Use the official Paris 2024 left-luggage service to store bags if you’re spending the whole day at a venue
• Bring a reusable water bottle (public fountains and Olympic venues have refill stations)
• Activate data roaming or buy a local SIM card (operators like Orange or Free offer tourist packages)
• Check the weather forecast a week before and adjust your packing (Paris in July and August 2026 is usually hot, but rain is possible)