Parc des Princes in southwest Paris has been home to Paris Saint-Germain since 1974. With a capacity of 47,929, it is a compact, steep, and atmospheric stadium in a remarkable location — the Bois de Boulogne park on one side, the Seine river and Eiffel Tower within view. PSG’s emergence as a global superclub, backed by Qatari investment from 2011, brought the world’s greatest players and transformed French football.
Getting Tickets
Tickets are available through the official PSG website (psg.fr). Ligue 1 fixtures are generally more accessible than Champions League games. The club offers a range of hospitality packages. The club store and museum at the stadium are open year-round.
Getting to the Stadium
Parc des Princes is served by Porte de Saint-Cloud metro station on Line 9, and by Exelmans on Line 9 as well. From central Paris, the journey takes about 20 minutes. Bus routes 72 and 52 also connect the stadium to central Paris. The Bois de Boulogne provides a pleasant walk-up to the stadium.
Match Day Experience
The Virages — the two end stands — house the organised supporter groups and create the most intense atmosphere. French football supporter culture has its own distinctive character, with elaborate tifos and coordinated songs. The stadium is compact enough that the atmosphere reaches every corner. Pre and post-match in the surrounding Auteuil neighbourhood offers excellent cafes and restaurants.
Around Paris
Paris needs little introduction as the world’s most visited city. The Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Musee d’Orsay, Notre-Dame, and the food and culture of every arrondissement offer endless depth. The stadium’s location in the 16th arrondissement — one of Paris’s most elegant residential districts — adds a Parisian flavour to the football trip.
Best Time to Visit
Champions League knockout games in Paris are exceptional experiences. The Classique against Marseille — French football’s most heated rivalry — generates the most intense domestic atmosphere at the Parc des Princes.
