The Summer Olympic Games in Paris begins July 26 and continues through Aug. 11. This is the perfect opportunity for sports enthusiasts to head to the City of Light for a vacation packed with Olympic events, bucket-list experiences and exquisite food and drink.
We've put together a list of the best places to stay, dine, drink and explore during the Games.
Book a Paris Olympics package with Kensington Tours
Global luxury tour operator Kensington Tours is offering a Paris Olympics package completely customized to the traveler’s needs. Every item is taken care of in terms of door-to-door transportation and 5-star accommodations at the best hotels. But more important, guests will have premier access to Olympic experiences like a once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity of the opening ceremony on the Seine and the Olympic athletes' parade from a Parisian bridge.
Visit Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa
Looking for something to do outside the city walls? The Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa in the Champagne region is offering a Make it Olympic! package. This 47-room boutique hotel in the French countryside, located just 45 minutes from Paris by train, features vineyard views, a 16,000-square-foot foot spa, Michelin-starred restaurant and bubbly on demand through a “Champagne Please” button — without the crowds. The package includes a stay in a junior suite as well as excursions to Reims Cathedral; a historic Champagne cellar; an electric bike tour to the village of Hautvillers and its Abbey, the birthplace of Champagne; and a hot-air balloon ride over the Montagne de Reims.
Take a cultural running coach tour with Fauchon L’Hotel Paris
For those who fancy themselves runners, the Fauchon L’Hotel Paris offers a “Cultural Running Coach” tour where a guide will show you the sights on a morning or evening jog — it’s a fun way to feel as if you are an Olympian running through Paris. Along the way, the tour will allow guests to learn about the history and fun facts of streets, monuments and attractions. The culinary-centric hotel also boasts a new chef at its signature restaurant, with a beautiful terrace in the shadow of the Madeleine church, to relax on and soak up the nearby Olympic action.
Visit the Celebrate Her Pop-Up in Paris with the Unlocked Foundation
Join the Unlocked Foundation for its first international pop-up in Paris on July 25 in honor of the historic achievement of gender parity among athletes on the eve of the Games. The 2024 Olympics will see a 48% increase in female athletes compared with the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. This free event will be hosted at select Dior activation spaces in Paris, made possible with the support of lead sponsor Kirkland & Ellis. The day's celebration will feature a multipart activation, including a special-edition recording of the Unlocked Foundation's podcast, "The Key," featuring commentary from luminaries excited about this moment in women’s history. The event will culminate with a public reception at the Dior Store, where attendees can enjoy commemorative remarks, beverages and shopping.
Stay at luxury hotel Hôtel Maison Colbert
For those seeking to indulge in some self-love during the Games, the Hôtel Maison Colbert is the perfect choice. Located in the Left Bank, it embodies the spirit of female empowerment. This intimate hotel, with its 39 rooms and suites, offers a prime location right in front of Notre Dame Cathedral. Celebrating the work of Spanish artist Joaquín Sorolla, a Madrid-based painter who adored the City of Light, each room and suite is inspired by his paintings. Sorolla, known for his unparalleled acuity and sensitivity in portraying women, provides the artistic essence for this charming haven away from the urban hustle and bustle.
Take a road trip to Domaine Des Etangs, Auberge Resorts Collection
Just three hours from Paris, make a visit to Domaine Des Etangs — a nature-filled retreat in the French countryside that is no doubt a haven of relaxation, featuring art, wellness, nature and exquisite cuisine. For sports enthusiasts, the property offers activities such as tennis on floating courts, cycling tours, horseback riding and a children’s day camp filled with friendly competition, ideal for those looking to continue the spirit of the Games in a more tranquil setting. Alongside a Summer of Sport Itinerary, the property will welcome visiting master Erika Moya, a movement and recovery specialist, who will be offering guests an opportunity for recovery with athletic massages, rebozo stretching and myofascial release — whether guests are preparing for an event or recovering from one.
Dine at The Peninsula Paris for its summer escapes series
The Peninsula Paris is offering a summer escape series on its expansive Kléber Terrace. These music-filled dinners offer guests a magnificent spread of Mediterranean-inspired fare. Starters include citrus burrata, pissaladière, and Greek garden vegetable and quinoa salad with candied lemon; while cooked-to-order main courses feature braised octopus, lamb shoulder with seaweed and miso-grilled salmon. The dessert spread, made by award-winning pastry chef Anne Coruble, showcases items like vanilla panna cotta with fresh strawberries, tiramisu with caramelized pecans, and red fruit pavlova with notes of verbena. As for a beverage pairing, guests can choose from fine wines or delicious cocktails while taking in mood-setting rhythms of a rotating cast of live musicians and DJs.