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The French Open is one of the biggest tennis tournaments in the world.
If you are a tennis fan, this guide will answer any questions you have about the French Open. Below, you’ll see information on the venue, previous champions, how to get tickets, where to stay, and more!
About the French Open
Also called Roland Garros, the French Open started in 1891 and is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments held each year in the world of tennis.
Where is the French Open?
The French Open is played in Paris, France at the Stade Roland Garros. The grounds have 20 tennis courts covering 21 acres.
When is the French Open?
Typically, the French Open tennis tournament starts in late May and ends in early June.
The French Open is the second Grand Slam of the year, held after the Australian Open and before Wimbledon.
The 2022 French Open tournament was held from May 16 – June 5, 2022.
Who is the Current French Open Champion?
Here is the list of champions for the 2022 French Open.
- Men’s Singles: Rafael Nadal (Spain)
- Women’s Singles: Iga Świątek (Poland)
- Men’s Doubles: Marcelo Arévalo (El Salvador) and Jean-Julien Rojer (Netherlands)
- Women’s Doubles: Caroline Garcia and Kristina Mladenovic (France)
- Mixed Doubles: Ena Shibahara (Japan) and Wesley Koolhof (Netherlands)
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What Surface is the French Open Played On?
The French Open is played on red clay. Typically, the conclusion of the French Open in June represents the end of the clay-court season on the pro tennis tour.
French Open Prize Money & Ranking Points
The total prize money for the 2022 French Open was €43.6 million (euros). The farther a player or team advances, the more money they win.
- The men’s and women’s singles champions won €2,200,000 while the runners-up received €1,100,000 in 2022.
- The men and women winners in doubles won €580,000 per team, and the runners-up received €290,000 in 2022.
The winner of the French Open receives 2000 ATP or WTA ranking points. Here are the ranking points by round for both the singles and doubles draws of the French Open.
| Men’s ATP Points | Women’s WTA Points | |
|---|---|---|
| Champion | 2000 | 2000 |
| Finals | 1200 | 1300 |
| Semifinals | 720 | 780 |
| Quarterfinals | 360 | 430 |
| Rd. of 16 | 180 | 240 |
| Rd. of 32 | 90 | 130 |
| Rd. of 64 | 45 singles | 0 doubles | 70 singles | 10 doubles |
| Rd. of 128 | 10 singles | no doubles | 10 singles | no doubles |
How to Get Tickets to the French Open Tournament
Getting tickets to the French Open is usually simple, especially compared to tennis tournaments like Wimbledon. You have several choices to purchase tickets to Roland Garros.
Purchase from the Roland Garros Website
Generally, tickets can be purchased directly through the tournament’s website beginning about two months before the start of the French Open. Since tickets are available first come first serve, they generally sell out extremely quickly.
You have four ticket options.
- Purchase tickets at one of the 3 stadiums, and get access to the outside courts.
- Purchase tickets to the outside courts only.
The second option is a better value, but you will likely miss the big-name matches like Djokovic, Nadal, or Swiatek.
The stadiums are Phillippe Chatrier, Suzanne Lenglen, and Simonne-Mathieu. They each offer reserved seating.
Ticket prices vary depending on the level of access, the number of tickets purchased and the round being played on the day of the ticket.
Use Online Resellers
In addition to purchasing directly through Roland Garros, online resellers like StubHub and Viagogo represent other options for attending the French Open. Keep in mind that you’ll pay a premium for tickets purchased from a third party, but given how quickly face-value tickets sell, this may be your only option.
When buying third party tickets, be mindful that there are counterfeits manufactured and you’ll want to purchase from verified sellers that have a strong feedback history and that isn’t offering a price that seems too good to be true. The websites above are secure and reliable.
Where to Stay in Paris for the French Open
Regardless of whether you opt for a hotel or Airbnb, being close to public transit is critically important. With the French Open attracting thousands of visitors each year flocking to Roland Garros, it is best to find a hotel close to the tennis courts so you don’t miss the action.
Try to look for a hotel or Airbnb that is on either Line 9 or Line 10 of the Paris Metro for easy access to the stadium. It is recommended that fans purchase their return public transit tickets ahead of time so that they do not have to wait in an endless line once the day’s matches are complete.
High-End Hotel Options
- Hotel Marignan: This is a great option if you want to see the city. Located in the famous Champs-Elysees, the Hotel Marignan is minutes from Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower. It is about a 30-minute metro ride from Roland Garros.
- Hotel Molitor Paris – MGallery: This hotel is right next to the Roland Garros grounds, making it easy to walk.
Budget-Friendly Options
- Holiday Inn Paris Auteuil: Just a mile away from Roland Garros, this Holiday Inn is a great choice. It’s only a 20-minute walk from the stadium. Opt for a balcony room for views of the Paris skyline.
- Best Western Select Hotel: For the budget-conscious traveler, the Best Western Select Hotel is just minutes from the metro for easy access to Roland Garros. It’s also about a 30-minute walk.
Airbnb
Airbnb is an excellent alternative to hotels and is ideal for a traveler that truly wants to immerse themselves in the French culture whether it be by renting a home, apartment, or a room.
Getting Around Paris During Roland Garros
The easiest way to get around Paris is via the Metro. Lines 9 and 10 offer the most direct access to Roland Garros and are about a 10-minute walk away from the stadium. However, given how large the complex is, the walk may be further depending on what court you are watching from.
Paris is divided into two sectors, the Right Bank and the Left Bank, both referring to their orientation to the Seine River. From there, Paris is divided into twenty districts with Roland Garros in the 16th arrondissement, or neighborhood. The lower the arrondissement that you are in or want to visit, the more central to the city center it is and the more touristy attractions that will be nearby.
Two of the most famous neighborhoods in the city are Marais in the 4th district and Saint Germain in the 6th.
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How to Make Your French Open Experience Great
With 20 courts including three stadiums, you have endless options to make sure you get the most out of your French Open trip.
The three stadium courts are where the highest-ranked players and the biggest matches of the tournament are played, Phillippe Chatrier, Suzanne Lenglen, and the newest- Simonne-Mathieu, that was completed in 2019.
If available, opt for tickets that are on the South and West sides of the court to avoid issues with sun glare. Helpful tips for French Open visitors include:
- Download the Roland Garros app to see maps, updates, and even pre-order food.
- Do not bring more than one bag to the stadium.
- Bring sunscreen and dress for seasonable weather.
- Be sure to bring a light sweater and a jacket or umbrella in case of rain.
- The food options inside are not great, so plan to eat outside the tournament before and after if you can.
- They do offer drinks inside.
How to Watch the French Open Tournament on TV
The French Open Tournament is broadcast on the Tennis Channel, NBC, and Peacock TV.
- Early round coverage is on the Tennis Channel.
- Later round coverage, including the men’s and women’s finals, are on NBC and Peacock TV.
Additionally, fans can live stream the French Open on the Tennis Channel Plus app and Peacock TV app. Viewers will need to log in with their cable TV provider to gain access or purchase a Tennis Channel subscription.
For fans without access to either of these options, there are several live TV streaming services that may provide access to these channels such as Hulu, Sling TV, and YouTube TV.
I am trying to plan a trip from the U.S. to Paris to attend the 2023 French Open.
The official dates are typically not announced until Oct which poses a significant handicap to planning in June/July.
Is there any way to learn the dates earlier? Are there reliable sources that can provide the dates in June 2022?
Thank you
Hi Jack, the French Open typically ends on the first Sunday in June.
For 2023, I’d expect the dates to be May 21 – June 4. Maybe plan on that and book with a flexible travel option so you can cancel or change if needed.
2021 was delayed a week due to covid and 2020 was in October due to covid.
Hope that helps 🙂
Thanks for the great information, Will. I have a few more questions. I was wondering if you can bring in your own food and/ or water into the grounds? I am surprising my daughter for her 10th birthday and taking her from NY to the French! Any other tips, and tips for taking young kids, let me know. Much appreciated.
Marc
Hi Marc,
You can bring a bag with a capacity of up to 15 liters with you. You may bring food and drink in with you as well, which many people recommend since the concessions can be expensive.
See more here on what you can bring in: https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/page/safety-roland-garros-forbidden-objects
Onsite food and drink options: https://www.rolandgarros.com/en-us/page/eating-and-drinking-at-roland-garros
Hope this helps!
Hello! I will be in Paris with my 18 year old son on Friday June 5 (men’s semis?) and am trying to get reasonable tix to main court for day or evening. Any tips??? Thank you!!
Oops- meant June 3!
Hi Melanie, it looks like that day is sold out for the main stadium on the Roland Garros website.
You’ll have to buy through a 3rd party reseller like StubHub. I don’t see any tickets available there now, but as that day approaches you may see some. The website below has some tickets, but they are very expensive and I’ve never used them before.
https://www.tennisticketservice.com/en/roland-garros-2022-tickets
Good luck!
Hi Will,
Have you heard anything more about the legitimacy of TennisTicketService.com? I cannot find any Roland Garros tickets for resale on StubHub or Viagogo but this site has some available.
I have been scammed before so I am nervous about purchasing from this site but I will be in Paris this weekend and would really like to find tickets to the Quarter Finals.
Thanks for any new insight you have about this website.
Hi Shawn, I haven’t used that site before and their online reviews are mixed.
IF you do buy from that site, I would use a credit card so you can file a complaint and get your money back if you don’t receive the tickets. I’ve done that through Chase before and had no problem getting refunded.
It looks like eseats has some tickets available as well: https://www.eseats.com/french_open_tickets.html (I haven’t used them before either though)
Hey Will,
the 2 online resellers don’t have any tickets, i found this company based in california, https://goaltickets.com/collections/french-open-2022, do you have any experience with them?
Hi Alison,
I’ve never used them before, but if you put the purchase on your credit card, you could get a refund by filing a complaint there. However, that won’t help if you show up to the tournament and the tickets don’t work…
I’d imagine more tickets will become available closer to the tournament and during the tournament depending on who wins/loses.
How soon can I purchase tickets for 2023?
Hi Jim, Tickets for next year won’t be available until later this year. They usually come out in the fall.
I’ve been a tennis fan forever and The French Open is on my bucket list! Can you recommend the best dates to attend, recommend must see and do things in Paris and where to stay at an affordable price point???
Please advise!
Merci
Teri Butler
Hi Teri, the best dates to attend depends on what you’re looking for. There are always more matches during week 1, including the middle weekend.
Week 2 has fewer matches with less courts being used so it’s more difficult to see your favorite players up close.
We have 2 hotel recommendations above that are affordable options. Lots to do in Paris – Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, etc. – so it depends what you like.
Hi, is it possible to buy tickets at roland garros website without getting hotels deals too?
Hi Stefany
Yes, you can buy tickets without a hotel package throuagh the Roland Garros website and other places. Tickets for 2023 are not on sale yet though.
Hi Will – thanks for all the gratminfo & insight. This site (Seems to be the official one) indicates the 2023 tournament begins 28 May. Sound about right?
https://travel.rolandgarros.com/en/
Thanks Lee! Yes, that is the official site for Roland Garros and those dates are correct.
HI Will,
When and where is the best way to get French Open 2023 tickets in the Loge seating?
Hi Shauna, 2023 French Open tickets are not on sale yet. They should be later this year. Once they are on sale, you can go through their official site at https://www.rolandgarros.com/ or through a 3rd party reseller like StubHub.
Hi Will
Thanks for all the Info on this site. I’ve seen that the official website already started selling tickets, but only in a Package with hotel etc. Is that what they do every year? Will tickets (without hotel booking) be available later this year on the official website as well?
Hi Manuel,
Yes, tickets without a hotel package will be available later this year through the official Roland Garros website. No date has been announced yet though.
Hi Will, I am trying to book for 2023 and I can see that on the actual website they have package offers, can I just ask if they are definitely confirmed tickets if you are saying they do not become available until few months before the play starts? I am sure the Rolland Garros website is probably more expensive but they offer hotel and tickets so given it might give clarity on getting tickets I am tempted to go with that.
Hi Liam, yes the official Roland Garros website does have ticket + hotel packages available now. Buying that will guarantee you tickets. If you need tickets only (without hotel), that will be available later this year.
Thanks
Hi Will,
Would you recommend buying a package ticket + hotel to be sure of getting tickets or is it not that hard to get a ticket and should I wait and just buy a ticket without hotel?
Thanks,
Nina
Hi Nina, it depends on your budget. The ticket + hotel combinations are very convenient but you can usually find cheaper hotel options. You shouldn’t have trouble finding individual tickets once they go on sale.
Hi, I see that individual tickets are now on sale for 2023. We just went to the US Open and enjoyed walking around to different matches. We bought tix at Arthur Ashe which gave us access to practice courts, smaller courts, Armstrong, and Grandstand. Do you recommend Chatrier which gives access to the outside courts? We’re interested in the first week.
Hi Erika, If you go during week 1 then a Chatrier ticket isn’t necessary unless you want to be sure you see the biggest names. If you’re a huge fan of Nadal, for example, then you’ll probably need a Chatrier ticket.
However, if you just want to watch good tennis and are happy watching doubles or lesser known singles players then a grounds pass is the best value.
Hey Will
Appreciate your site planning a bucket list trip for my wife . Any feedback and pricing on the Premium experience tickets which lunch/ dinner for 2023, Was looking at attending the first 3-4 days. Also do you need tickets for the qualifying rounds.
Thanks
Vince
Hi Vincent, I don’t know much about the premium experience. You might try calling and ask for more details.
Qualifying was 20 Euros last year. Only 10 Euros for people under 25 years old. I’d expect a similar price in 2023.
Hi Will,
I am planning to buy tickets for the final on 11th of June 2023 but I think they are still not in sale. Do you know when they usually go on sale? Thanks!
Hi Liliana, the ticket sale dates have not been announced yet. I’d expect it to be later this year.
You can check the sales calendar here for updates: https://tickets.rolandgarros.com/en/general/informations#1
Hotel + ticket packages are available now for the finals here – https://travel.rolandgarros.com/en/category/finals/sunday-11-june
The site is great! Thank you for sharing this wonderful information! I have a question about tickets. We have purchased NIGHT Session tickets on Phillippe Chatrier for each evening of the first round in 2023. We are curious if our Phillippe Chatrier NIGHT session tickets give us access to the grounds ALL day or only at night? (The US Open allows even your night session Arthur Ashe ticket as grounds pass for the entire day). Thank you so much for your time!
Matt
Hi Matt, thanks for the compliments 🙂
I’m actually not sure if RG does that. You can try contacting them here: https://tickets.rolandgarros.com/en/contact-us
Let me know what you find.
Hi Matt. I’m keen to buy tickets for RG 2023 but wasn’t aware they were on sale yet. Can I ask where you got yours from please?
Many thanks
Jo
Hi Jo, Matt probably purchased a hotel package which are available now.
Here’s the link: https://travel.rolandgarros.com/en/
Hello. Thank you for so much valuable information. Can you predict or take a good guess that Rafael Nadal will play on the first day of play (Sunday May 28th) at Court Philippe Chattier?
Hi Guanina, no one will know what day Rafa is going to play until the draw comes out which is usually the week before.
Thank you. Hard to plan, then… 🙁
The best approach would be to buy tickets to consecutive days, like Wednesday & Thursday for example.
When the draw comes out you will know which day Rafa will play on. Then you can attend both days, or sell the ticket to the day without Rafa.
Will,
Thanks so very much for sharing such useful, relevant information. Literally a ‘game changer’ for me. My wife and I are extremely hopeful about attending the ’23 French Open.
Bravo!!
Jim and Loren Cardy
Thanks Jim!