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Your seating plan and chart: where to sit, the best seats and the view from your seat
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Where to sit at Accor Arena
The best seats at Accor Arena are Lower Tier blocks facing the stage for the view. For value, choose Lower rows of the Upper Tier facing the stage. Avoid Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage. Accor Arena seats 20,300.
Lower Tier blocks facing the stage
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage.
Full detail Best valueLower rows of the Upper Tier facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Full detail Where to avoidUpper Tier blocks behind an end stage
Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts.
Full detailAbout Accor Arena
The Accor Arena holds up to around 20,300 for concerts, with capacity dropping to roughly 15,000-16,000 for tennis and other sports when a central court or ring replaces the stage. Seating rises from a floor (standing or seated) through numbered lower and upper tiers, and the best concert views are from the lower blocks facing an end stage and the front of the floor. The upper ring climbs steeply, so the highest and most side-on blocks feel distant. A Paris institution, it hosts major concerts, the Rolex Paris Masters tennis and elite basketball and handball.
Opened in 1984 as the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy, the Accor Arena is instantly recognisable for its sloping, grass-covered pyramid walls that rise from the ground beside the Seine. Inside, a large, versatile bowl of retractable and fixed tiers can be reshaped for concerts, tennis, basketball, handball and ice hockey, and it hosted gymnastics and basketball at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Seating plan & map
This is the map used for ticket sales at Accor Arena. Exact configuration varies by event.
How the venue is set up
End-stage concert
Stage at one end with a standing or seated floor plus the full bowl, up to about 20,300; behind-stage upper blocks are cut from sale.
Sport (tennis / basketball)
Central court with seating built around all sides, around 15,000-16,000, as used for the Rolex Paris Masters.
In-the-round / other
Central stage or reduced configurations for certain shows and events.
Seating levels explained
Floor / ParterreOrchestre / floor blocks
The flat floor in front of an end stage, standing for many concerts and seated for others, entered via the Orchestre entrance.
Pros: Closest to the stage and the heart of the atmosphere.
Cons: Flat floor limits views behind a tall standing crowd.
Lower TierLower numbered blocks
The first ring of seating around and above the floor.
Pros: Strong sightlines, especially blocks facing the stage.
Cons: Side and corner blocks lose part of an end stage.
Upper TierUpper numbered blocks
The steeper upper ring wrapping the top of the pyramid bowl.
Pros: Elevated overview of the stage and production for less.
Cons: High, distant view from the back rows and steep steps.
Premium / logesBoxes and premium seats
Private boxes (loges) and premium seating with hospitality access.
Pros: Comfort, private facilities and good central views.
Cons: Higher price and limited availability.
Best seats at Accor Arena
Best overall for concerts
Lower Tier blocks facing the stage
Seated, close and front-on to an end stage.
Closest to the stage / floor
Front of the floor / Orchestre
Right by the barrier for the most immersive view.
Best value
Lower rows of the Upper Tier facing the stage
Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows.
Seated with a full view
Central Lower Tier, a few rows up
Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage.
Best for tennis / sport
Lower Tier along the sidelines near centre court
Central, close views of the full court for the Paris Masters and basketball.
| For | Sections | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall for concerts | Lower Tier blocks facing the stage | Seated, close and front-on to an end stage. |
| Closest to the stage / floor | Front of the floor / Orchestre | Right by the barrier for the most immersive view. |
| Best value | Lower rows of the Upper Tier facing the stage | Affordable elevated seats before the highest rows. |
| Seated with a full view | Central Lower Tier, a few rows up | Elevated enough to clear the floor crowd, head-on to the stage. |
| Best for tennis / sport | Lower Tier along the sidelines near centre court | Central, close views of the full court for the Paris Masters and basketball. |
Seats to avoid & obstructed views
Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage: Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts.
Highest rows of the Upper Tier: Steep, high and far from the stage, relying on the screens.
Lower blocks directly beside the stage: Sharp side-on angle with possible staging obstruction.
Corner blocks for end-stage shows: Angled views that cut off part of the stage.
Accessibility & companion seating
The Accor Arena provides wheelchair-accessible spaces and easy-access seating with accessible toilets and lifts, and offers assistance for disabled visitors booked in advance. Accessible tickets are arranged through the venue's dedicated service rather than standard sale.
Where: Wheelchair positions are generally located at accessible levels of the lower bowl with step-free routes.
Food & drink at Accor Arena
Accor Arena runs a set of branded fast-food stands around its concourse gallery, each pegged to specific entrance letters, covering burgers, New York-style hot dogs, pizza slices and hot paninis. Drinks run from a Heineken bar and Coca-Cola bar to a Moët & Chandon champagne bar, and the venue states that vegetarian and vegan options are available at every food stand.
The arena states you cannot bring your own food and drink into the venue.
Worth seeking out
- New York-style hot dogs at the Hot-Dog Factory
- Con Amore pizza slices at entrances T and K
- Toast Machine hot paninis
- Moët & Chandon champagne bar at entrance U
- Heineken bar near entrances R and S
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Fixtures & tickets at Accor Arena
Evanescence-Paris, France
The Pussycat Dolls-Paris, France
Placebo-Paris, France
Photo: Accor Arena / Google Maps
Andre Rieu-Paris, France
All upcoming events at Accor Arena
Evanescence-Paris, France
Thu, 17 Sept 2026 · Concerts
The Pussycat Dolls-Paris, France
Sat, 19 Sept 2026 · Concerts
Placebo-Paris, France
Wed, 25 Nov 2026 · Concerts
International Games: San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans
Thu, 14 Jan 2027 · NBA (Basketball)
Andre Rieu-Paris, France
Fri, 19 Feb 2027 · Concerts
Hotels near Accor Arena
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5-starBoutet Bastille Hotel Paris - MGallery Collection
Paris
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4-starNovotel Paris Centre Bercy
Paris
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Getting there
Transport
Bercy station on Metro lines 6 and 14 is right by the arena, and Cour Saint-Emilion on line 14 is a short walk away, giving quick access from central Paris and the Gare de Lyon. Public transport is by far the easiest option, as parking around the venue is limited on event nights.
The area
The arena sits in the Bercy district of eastern Paris beside the Parc de Bercy and the Bercy Village shopping and dining quarter, with the Seine and the Cinematheque Française close by. Gare de Lyon and its restaurants are within walking distance.
Accor Arena · Paris, France
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Accor Arena?
Up to around 20,300 for concerts, falling to roughly 15,000-16,000 for tennis and other sports.
What are the best seats for a concert?
Lower Tier blocks facing an end stage give the best seated view; the front of the floor is best for immersion.
How do I get there?
Bercy station on Metro lines 6 and 14 is right by the arena, with Cour Saint-Emilion on line 14 nearby.
What sports are held there?
The arena hosts the Rolex Paris Masters tennis plus elite basketball, handball and ice hockey, and staged events at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Which seats should I avoid?
Upper Tier blocks behind the stage and the very highest rows, which are steep and distant.
What was it called before?
It opened as the Palais Omnisports de Paris-Bercy and was later the AccorHotels Arena; locals still call it Bercy.
What is the bag policy?
Only small bags are permitted and all bags are searched on entry; large bags and luggage are not allowed inside.
How do section numbers work at Accor Arena?
Section numbers at Accor Arena follow the seating tiers. Floor / Parterre: Orchestre / floor blocks; Lower Tier: Lower numbered blocks; Upper Tier: Upper numbered blocks; Premium / loges: Boxes and premium seats.
Does Accor Arena have a seating map with seat numbers?
Yes. Accor Arena's seating map is split into numbered sections across its tiers (Floor / Parterre Orchestre / floor blocks; Lower Tier Lower numbered blocks; Upper Tier Upper numbered blocks; Premium / loges Boxes and premium seats), with individual seat numbers running within each section. Check the seating map on this page or the official chart for exact seat numbers.
What is the view like from the seats at Accor Arena?
The best views at Accor Arena are from Lower Tier blocks facing the stage — Seated, close and front-on to an end stage. The weakest are Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage: Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts. For a seat-by-seat view, see the view-from-seat photos and the seating map for Accor Arena.
Where should I sit at Accor Arena with kids?
With kids at Accor Arena, pick aisle seats near a concourse so exits and toilet runs are easy. Note that the Upper Tier is steep, so young children and anyone uneasy with heights are better lower down.
Where are the wheelchair-accessible seats at Accor Arena?
The Accor Arena provides wheelchair-accessible spaces and easy-access seating with accessible toilets and lifts, and offers assistance for disabled visitors booked in advance. Accessible tickets are arranged through the venue's dedicated service rather than standard sale. Locations: Wheelchair positions are generally located at accessible levels of the lower bowl with step-free routes..
What are the stands at Accor Arena?
Accor Arena is made up of 2 main stands: Floor / Parterre; Premium / loges.
What is the view like from the seats at Accor Arena?
For the best view at Accor Arena, aim for Lower Tier blocks facing the stage (Seated, close and front-on to an end stage.); Front of the floor / Orchestre (Right by the barrier for the most immersive view.). The view is most restricted from Upper Tier blocks behind an end stage (Little or no view of the stage front; usually withheld for concerts.).
Is Accor Arena covered, and does it have a roof?
The Accor Arena in Paris is a fully enclosed indoor arena with a permanent pyramid shaped roof over all seating.
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