On Wednesday, 7 May, French giants PSG will welcome Arsenal to the iconic Parc des Princes for the pair's second-leg Champions League semi-final clash.
After a slow start to their 2024/25 Champions League campaign, PSG have drastically improved their form and are currently one of the most feared sides in the whole of Europe, as demonstrated by their impressive performance at the Emirates Stadium in the first leg.
Arsenal, on the other hand, have perhaps fallen slightly below the levels they have shown in previous seasons this year. A lack of options from the bench, combined with an injury-hit campaign, has led to fragmented displays.
However, with the Gunners just one goal down, this match is still wide open.
Regardless of who comes away with the victory, this fixture will almost certainly be an enthralling encounter.
For Arsenal supporters who will be making the short trip across the English Channel, here is your away fans' matchday guide to Paris.
How many Arsenal fans are going to Paris?
Arsenal were handed an away allocation for this fixture of 2,000, and with the North London club selling all of those tickets, there will be at least that number of Arsenal supporters in Paris on matchday.
However, in reality, the true figure will almost certainly exceed the 2,000 mark.
Given the passionate nature of Arsenal supporters and the relatively short distance between England and France, hundreds, if not thousands, of fans with no tickets will likely travel to Paris just to soak up the atmosphere before the game.
Where do Arsenal fans sit at the Parc des Princes?
The PSG away section is in the Northwest corner of the Parc des Priuces and spans across two tiers. It is an incredibly noisy portion of the ground with Tribune Aueteuil, one of the stadium's main stands that houses some of the team's ultras, located beside it.
Full fans' matchday guide for PSG vs Arsenal
Paris Saint-Germain will face Arsenal in the semi-final of the @ChampionsLeague! ⚔️🏆
First leg – April 29 or 30 in London.
Second leg – May 6 or 7, at the Parc des Princes. pic.twitter.com/7ullks2DWZ— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) April 16, 2025
Paris is a popular tourist destination at all times of the year, but for travelling Arsenal fans on 7 May, the city will become even more alluring.
The guide below will provide some information on the best places to eat and drink in Paris, as well as explain how to get to the Parc des Princes.
Where to eat & drink for Arsenal fans in Paris
Like most capital cities in the world, things such as food and drink are extremely pricey in the vast majority of Paris. There is little you can do to avoid this, however, there are certain areas you will want to stay clear of if possible.
The Auteuil Suburbs, for example, are known for being particularly hostile on matchday and should be avoided by away fans at all costs.
In terms of pubs and bars that will accept travelling away supporters, our top two suggestions are as follows:
- Frog XVI, 110 bis Av. Kleber, 75016 Paris, France
- The Hideout – 75010 Paris, 8 Boulevard de Denain
Ticket collection info for Arsenal fans in Paris
With third-party resale websites growing in popularity in recent years, Arsenal have ramped up measures to ensure that only genuine fans are able to secure away tickets.
Therefore, all supporters who purchase tickets for this game will be required to collect a physical copy in Paris, the details for which will be emailed to the respective fan ahead of the game, containing all the relevant information.
It is worth noting that you will need a valid passport upon collection.
How to get to Parc des Princes: Guide for Arsenal fans in Paris
By far and away, the easiest way to get from the capital city of Paris to the Parc des Princes for the vast majority of supporters is to make use of the excellent local public transport services.
Specifically, the metro is a quick, easy and relatively cheap option, with Line 9 taking you from the city centre to the stadium. When travelling via this line, you will want to exit the service at Porte de Saint-Cloud, which is five minutes away from the ground.
Another option is to take Line 10, although this requires a slightly longer walk to the stadium. When using Line 10, exit the service at Porte d’Auteuil, which is 10 minutes from the Parc des Princes.
There are also a number of local bus services that run between Paris and the stadium, although these do increase your journey time compared to the metro.