Dive in to the Olympic Games Paris 2024

The countdown is on to the Paris Summer Olympic Games. In less than 100 days, thousands of athletes and even more spectators will descend on the French capital. And for the Aussies out there, many eyes will be on the action in the pool. Here’s how to see Olympic swimming events with out-of-this-world Official Hospitality and Travel Packages.

In partnership with On Location

At the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, 21 of Australia’s 46 medals were won in the swimming pool. It makes sense – Aussies are practically born and raised in the water. And if we’re not in there splashing about ourselves, we’re cheering on the country’s top swimming athletes from the sidelines.

While the U.S. has won more gold medals than Australia over the years, Aussie athletes have taken home 56 golds since swimming became a sport, putting it in second place on the ladder.

Despite the fact that there are now less than 35 days until the Olympic Games Paris 2024, there are still opportunities to ensure you catch all the green-and-gold swimming action at Paris La Défense Arena, a truly exceptional aquatics facility with three levels. These events will be popular, but with an Official Hospitality or Travel Package you’re guaranteed premium seating, and will also be able to relax in style at a number of exclusive private and shared lounges.

Read on for some of the Olympic Games swimming highlights, as well as how you can be part of the action via On Location’s Official Hospitality and Travel Packages.

©Paris 2024 / Florian Hulleu

©Paris 2024 / Florian Hulleu

Olympic Games Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony

Your first chance to glimpse athletes from around the world will be at the Olympic Games Opening Ceremony, held on Friday 26 July. In a world first, the spectacular event will not be held in a stadium. Instead, it will unfold along the banks of a river, the Seine, and will give millions of visitors the chance to view the world’s top athletes as they parade against the backdrop of some of Paris’ most iconic landmarks.

If you want exclusive access, make the most of the Official Hospitality and Travel Packages from the Official Hospitality Provider, On Location. This gives you access to premium seats – and premium viewing – of the Ceremony and guaranteed tickets to other events of your choice. It also gives you access to shared or private hospitality lounges.

This is the first time Official Hospitality Experiences have been made available to the general public at an Olympic Games. It’s your chance to make attending a sporting event in Paris an exhilarating once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Read about other Olympic Games highlights and firsts here.

Swimming history at the Olympic Games

Swimming has been part of the fabric of the Olympic Games for a long time. Initially, events were held amid nature. But since the Olympic Games London 1908, they’ve taken place in a pool. Freestyle and breaststroke were the only swimming events at the Olympic Games Athens 1896, with backstroke added in 1904 then butterfly in 1956 at Melbourne. Women’s swimming joined the Olympic program in 1912. Today, women now compete in as many events as men.

(c) Paris 2024 / MGP / Architectes : VenhoevenCS & Ateliers 2/3/4/ Image: Proloog

Paris 2024 / Architecte : Wilmotte & Associés

Swimming at the Olympic Games Paris 2024

Swimming events will take place from 27 July until 4 August in Nanterre, easily accessibale via Metro from the heart of Paris. Events will unfold at the Paris La Défense Arena, which has to be seen to be believed. This jaw-dropping modern structure was designed by architect Christian de Portzamparc, and comes with many world firsts. It has the world’s largest interactive giant screen, with 1,400sqm of display area, equivalent to seven tennis courts. And there’s plenty of space for fans, with some 13km of stands.

How to be part of the Olympic Games action

You can still purchase everything from an entry-level Ticket + Lounge Package all the way to the utmost luxury in Gold-level shared lounge or exclusive private box in the competition venues. There are even options for hospitality in iconic Parisian sites, like the Eiffel Tower or Palais de Tokyo. Official Travel Packages include access to in-demand hotels at a time when rooms will be in short supply. All offerings come with guaranteed tickets to some of the most in-demand Olympic Games sporting sessions – creating truly extraordinary moments at Paris 2024.

Official Travel Packages also include access to exclusive lounges, whether in the sporting venue itself or in the heart of Paris. Which means that before and after cheering on athletes you can make the most of world-class gastronomy, entertainment and much more.

Paris 2024 / Marie de Paris – SCAU / NP2F

Introducing Official Hospitality and Travel Silver and Gold

The Olympic Games Paris 2024’s Official Hospitality and Travel Packages don’t begin or end when you get to your event. If you want to catch the swimming (or any other event) at Paris La Défense Arena, Silver and Gold Packages give you access to a whole host of other privileges at on-site venues.

With a Silver package, you’re given access to shared lounges with an elegant atmosphere, guaranteed tickets to your sporting event of choice, buffet dining, champagne on arrival, live entertainment, on-site staff and a special gift. Take things up a notch with a Gold package, offering the above plus an international gourmet menu and live appearances as well as entertainment.

Meanwhile, private boxes come with exclusive benefits and access, as well as elevated services.

Paris 2024 / Non-binding visual

Paris 2024 / Jean-Louis Bellurget

With the countdown to the Olympic Games in Paris picking up speed, now is the time to act! Enquire now to receive a consultative follow up from the Official Hospitality team who will explain your options and help you create the trip of a lifetime. Do not miss the chance to see the Olympic Games in style by securing guaranteed tickets with an Official Hospitality or Travel Package.