Travel Tips for the Summer 2024 Olympics

Get ready to mark your calendars because the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are just around the corner! As the anticipation builds for this occasion, it's essential to stay informed about travel requirements, visa procedures, and what to expect when attending the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-time Olympic spectator, here's everything you need to know to make the most of your experience in Paris.

When Are the 2024 Summer Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will be held from July 26th to August 11th, and the Paralympic Games will be held from August 28th to September 8.

What to Expect for Traveling to the 2024 Summer Olympics

Do You Need a Visa to Visit the Paris Olympics?

Due to the amount of people traveling to and from France for the Olympics, there will be heightened rules and regulations on entering and exiting the country. Depending on your country of residence and your ties to France, you might need to apply for a visa before traveling. If you are heading to the Games from the US, it’s likely you will need to apply for a visa. You can check to see if you’ll need to apply for a visa on the French government site.

Travel Requirements for the Summer Olympics 2024

Once you have determined if you need to apply for a visa or not, you can start putting together the other documents needed in order to visit France this summer. The following must be presented on your arrival in France:

• A valid passport (must be valid for at least 3 months after your departure date)
• Proof of accommodations in France from either a hotel or proof of staying with a relative validated by the town hall)
• Sufficient finances, accessed according to the duration of your stay
• Proof of a return ticket, or the financial means to acquire one
• Proof of your occupation/profession
• Proof of health insurance

For full details on requirements, visit the official government site.

What to Expect When Attending the 2024 Summer Olympics

Paris 2024 Olympics Bag Policy

The Paris Olympics team is still working on putting together a complete spectator guide with information about prohibited items. If you are a ticket holder, you will have a complete guide sent to via email with the specific stadium requirements for the event you are attending. As a general rule of thumb, the organization has already prohibited large non-collapsible umbrellas as well as water bottles over the capacity of 75 cl and any glass bottles.

Tips for Traveling to the Paris Olympics

With the amount of documentation you need to bring with you to enter France, organization is key. The Clarity Tech Clutch and the Large Clarity Clutch are sturdy clear pouches to securely store your important documents, passport, and visa while also easily finding what you need. They also slide perfectly into the back pocket of an airline seat for seamless functionality. If you need even more space for your tech items, our Multi-Tasking Pouch set will offer you all of 

Depending on how long you plan to stay in France, you might be packing many outfits and toiletries. We recommend using packing cubes to help keep your suitcase organized and maximize the amount of clothes you can fit in your luggage.

Once you get the specific list of prohibited items at the venue you will be attending, you can narrow the list of items you will bring. At Truffle we created a line of clear bags that were made to go to the stadium. Our collection of stadium-approved bags adheres to most clear bag policies for different stadium events.

With the Paris 2024 Olympics fast approaching, it's essential to ensure you're fully prepared for the journey ahead. From understanding visa requirements to organizing travel documents and accommodations, planning is key to a smooth and hassle-free experience. The Truffle clear travel bags are the perfect solution to travel with all of your documentation with ease without compromising style and luxury.