Accor Arena, Paris

Name: Accor Arena
Address: 8 Boulevard de Bercy, Paris, 75012, France
Telephone: +33 1 75 44 04 00

#45 among attractions in Paris

Sport venue, Sport

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Facts and practical information

The Accor Arena stands as a testament to Paris' status as a global hub for sports and entertainment. Nestled in the 12th arrondissement of the French capital, this indoor arena is one of the largest and most versatile venues in Europe. With a seating capacity that can be adjusted from 7,000 to 20,300 depending on the event, the Accor Arena is designed to host a wide array of spectacles, including basketball, tennis, boxing, gymnastics, track cycling, shows, and concerts.

Since its inauguration in 1984, the venue has undergone several renovations to maintain its state-of-the-art facilities and enhance the visitor experience. It is strategically located in Bercy, a stone's throw from the Seine River, surrounded by lush parks, modern shopping areas, and the bustling city life that Paris is known for.

The Accor Arena has played host to numerous high-profile events over the years. It is the annual site of the Paris Masters ATP Tour tennis tournament and has welcomed the European basketball championships and various world championship boxing matches. Music enthusiasts also flock to the arena, as it serves as a prime location for international artists on tour, offering acoustics and lighting systems that rival the best venues in the world.

Accessibility is a key feature of the Accor Arena, with the Bercy metro station providing easy transport links for visitors. The arena's flexible seating and layout make it possible to tailor the space for each event, ensuring an optimal experience for both performers and the audience.

Local name: Palais omnisports de Paris-Bercy Opened: 3 February 1984 (40 years ago)Coordinates: 48°50'21"N, 2°22'48"E

Address

8 Boulevard de BercyReuilly (Bercy)Paris 75012 France

Contact

+33 1 75 44 04 00

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Day trips

Accor Arena – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cinémathèque Française, Musée des Arts Forains, Viaduc des Arts, Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir.

~1020 ftSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Postmodern architecture
Cinémathèque Française, Paris
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0.6 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Musée des Arts Forains, Paris
16 min walk • The Musée des Arts Forains is a private museum of funfair and fairground objects located within the Pavillons de Bercy in the 12th arrondissement of Paris at 53, avenue des Terroirs de France, Paris, France. It is open to the public by prior reservation.
0.5 miN
Bridge
Viaduc des Arts, Paris
13 min walk • The Viaduc des Arts is a converted train line located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris which is now both a string of workshops for highly skilled artisans and, on the top level, a linear park.
~1570 ftS
Bridge
Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir, Paris
8 min walk • The Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir is a bridge solely for pedestrians and cyclists across the Seine River in Paris. It is the 37th bridge on the Seine in Paris.
0.5 miW
Museum, Art museum
Art Ludique, Paris
12 min walk • Art Ludique – The Museum is a 1,200m² museum in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, France, housed in Les Docks, cité de la mode et du design and inaugurated on 16 November 2013.
0.6 miS
Square
Place Jean-Michel Basquiat, Paris
16 min walk • Place Jean-Michel Basquiat is a public square located in the 13th arrondissement of Paris. It is named after American artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, who emerged from the New York graffiti scene in the late 1970s before becoming the leading artist of the neo-expressionism movement of the 1980s.
~1590 ftSW
Bridge
Pont de Bercy, Paris
8 min walk • The Pont de Bercy is a bridge over the Seine in Paris. It links the 12th and 13th arrondissement of Paris by extending the Boulevard de Bercy and Boulevard Vincent-Auriol.
0.7 miNW
Ship
Louise-Catherine, Paris
17 min walk • Louise-Catherine is a former coal barge that was converted by the architect Le Corbusier into a floating homeless shelter, moored in Paris. It is a registered historic monument of the city of Paris.
~1520 ftSW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Piscine Joséphine Baker, Paris
8 min walk • The Joséphine-Baker swimming pool is one of the 39 municipal swimming pools in Paris. It is located in the port de la Gare, along the quai François Mauriac, in the 13th arrondissement.
~860 ftSE
Park
Parc de Bercy, Paris
5 min walk • The Parc de Bercy is a public park located along the Rive Droite in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. Development started in 1994 on the site of a former wine depot, before an official opening three years later by Mayor Jean Tiberi.
0.6 miN
Monastery, Gothic architecture
Hôpital Saint-Antoine, Paris
17 min walk • Saint-Antoine-des-Champs Abbey was a convent in what is now the 12th arrondissement of Paris. The faubourg Saint-Antoine developed around it. It later became the hôpital Saint-Antoine.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Accor Arena?

Nearby attractions include Parc de Bercy, Paris (5 min walk), Cinémathèque Française, Paris (5 min walk), Bercy, Paris (7 min walk), Passerelle Simone-de-Beauvoir, Paris (8 min walk).

How to get to Accor Arena by public transport?

The nearest stations to Accor Arena:

Metro

Bercy • Lines: 14, 6 (2 min walk)
Quai de la Gare • Lines: 6 (10 min walk)

Bus

Gare de Bercy • Lines: 215, 24, 71, 77, 87, N32, N35 (3 min walk)
Bercy - Aréna • Lines: 215, 24, 71, N130, N32 (4 min walk)

Train

Paris-Bercy - Bourgogne-Pays d'Auvergne (4 min walk)
Gare de Lyon (13 min walk)

Tram

Baron Le Roy • Lines: T3a (23 min walk)
Avenue de France • Lines: T3a (25 min walk)

Ferry

Jardin des Plantes • Lines: Batobus (25 min walk)