Roland Garros Entry Gates Map & Guide 2026
Complete guide to Roland Garros entry gates. General access through Gates 1, 2, and 30. VIP access through Gates 8 and 49. All visitors must first pass through security checkpoints.
Official Roland Garros Gates Map
Official Roland Garros stadium map showing all entry gates and court locations
Key Gates to Remember
Important: Security Checkpoint System
⚠️ Two-Step Entry Process
All visitors must follow a two-step security process:
- Step 1: Mandatory Security Checkpoint (PPO)
Pass through one of three perimeter checkpoints:- PPO Auteuil (main checkpoint)
- PPO Molitor (south checkpoint)
- PPO Boulogne (north checkpoint)
- Step 2: Stadium Gate Entry
After clearing security, proceed to your designated gate (1, 2, 30 for general; 8, 49 for VIP)
💡 Allow extra time: Add 15-30 minutes for security checkpoint screening before reaching your gate
Complete Gate-by-Gate Guide
Gate 1 - Main General Entrance
Main Public Gate📍 Location
Avenue de la Porte d'Auteuil, 75016 Paris
Metro: Porte d'Auteuil (Line 10)
🎫 Best For
- General admission tickets
- Grounds passes
- First-time visitors
- Museum access
⏰ Queue Times
- Opening (10am): 45-60 min
- Midday: 15-30 min
- After 3pm: 5-10 min
- Finals: 60-90 min
💡 Insider Tips
- Main entrance - busiest gate
- Has information point inside
- Close to Court Simonne-Mathieu
- Near botanical gardens entrance
Gate 2 - General Entrance
General Access📍 Location
Secondary entrance near main gates
Metro: Porte d'Auteuil (Line 10)
🎫 Best For
- General admission tickets
- Grounds passes
- All court access
- Museum access
⏰ Queue Times
- Opening (10am): 30-45 min
- Midday: 15-20 min
- After 3pm: 5-10 min
- Finals: 45-60 min
💡 Insider Tips
- Second general entrance option
- Often less crowded than Gate 1
- Good for quick entry
- Close to outer courts
Gate 30 - General Entrance
General Access📍 Location
8 Boulevard d'Auteuil, 75016 Paris
Also serves as accessibility entrance
🎫 Best For
- General admission tickets
- Grounds passes
- All court access
⏰ Queue Times
- Morning: 20-30 min
- Afternoon: 10-15 min
- Evening sessions: 15-20 min
💡 Insider Tips
- Also serves disabled visitors
- Special drop-off area available
- Information point inside
Gate 8 - VIP & Box Access
VIP Entrance📍 Location
Dedicated VIP entrance
VIP parking available
🎫 Exclusive Access For
- Box seat tickets
- VIP hospitality packages
- Private suite holders
⏰ Queue Times
- Minimal wait (5 min max)
- Priority security screening
- Concierge service available
💡 VIP Benefits
- Valet parking service
- Welcome reception
- Direct access to boxes
Gate 12 - Secondary Access
General Access📍 Location
Secondary entrance
Information point available
🎫 Best For
- General admission
- Less crowded option
- Information services
Gate 49 - Premium VIP Access
VIP Entrance📍 Location
200m from Philippe-Chatrier
Closest VIP access to center court
🎫 Exclusive Access For
- Presidential Box holders
- Premium VIP packages
- Special guests
💡 VIP Benefits
- Shortest walk to center court
- Most exclusive entrance
- Direct access to presidential areas
Getting to Each Gate
🚇 By Metro
🚌 By Bus
🚗 By Car/Taxi
Gate Strategy by Ticket Type
🎾 Philippe-Chatrier Tickets
Best Gates (in order):
- Gate 49: Premium VIP, closest to center court (200m)
- Gate 8: Box seats and VIP packages
- Gate 1: Main general entrance
- Gate 2, 12, or 30: Alternative entrances with shorter queues
💡 Pro Tip: VIP ticket holders should use Gate 49 for quickest Philippe-Chatrier access
🎾 Suzanne-Lenglen Tickets
Best Gates (in order):
- Gate 30: Good alternative entrance
- Gate 2: Less crowded option
- Gate 1: Main entrance
💡 Pro Tip: Gate 30 is often overlooked - save 20+ minutes
🎾 Grounds Pass
Best Gates (in order):
- Gate 30: Quick access, minimal queues
- Gate 2: Good alternative entrance
- Gate 1: Main entrance but busier
💡 Pro Tip: Avoid Gate 1 with grounds pass - use Gate 2 or 30 instead
🏆 Finals Weekend
Recommendations:
- Arrive 90+ minutes early at any gate
- VIP/Box holders: Always use Gate 8
- Consider pre-booking parking
- Have tickets ready on phone
💡 Pro Tip: Book VIP transportation package to skip queues entirely
Security & Entry Requirements
✓ What You Can Bring
- Small bags (40x30x20cm max)
- Sealed water bottle (500ml)
- Cameras without professional lenses
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Small umbrella
- Phone chargers
✗ Prohibited Items
- Large bags/backpacks
- Glass bottles
- Alcohol
- Professional cameras
- Selfie sticks
- Laser pointers
- Political banners
⚡ Speed Up Entry
- Have tickets ready on phone
- Remove metal items before screening
- Use clear bags when possible
- Arrive at off-peak times
- Check bag size beforehand
- Download Roland Garros app
Important: Security measures may change for finals and high-profile matches. Arrive extra early during these times.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which gate should I use for Philippe-Chatrier?
General admission ticket holders can use Gates 1, 2, or 30. Gate 2 and 30 often have shorter queues than Gate 1. VIP and box seat holders should use Gate 8 for exclusive entry with minimal wait times.
Can I enter through any gate with a grounds pass?
Yes, grounds pass holders can use any of the general gates (1, 2, or 30). We recommend Gates 2 or 30 for quickest entry as they typically have much shorter queues than Gate 1.
What time do the gates open?
General gates (1, 2, 30) open at 10:00 AM. Gate 8 (VIP) opens at 10:00 AM for box and VIP ticket holders. During qualifying rounds, gates may open at 11:00 AM.
Is there a separate entrance for disabled access?
Yes, Gate 30 (8 Boulevard d'Auteuil) is the dedicated accessibility entrance with special drop-off area, direct entry without queuing, and information services. Disabled visitors must also exit through Gate 30. Gates 1 and 8 also have accessible entrances with priority lanes.
Can I exit and re-enter through different gates?
Yes, you can exit from any gate and re-enter through a different gate on the same day. Keep your ticket for re-entry and expect security screening each time.
Which gate is best to avoid crowds?
Gates 2 and 30 consistently have the shortest queues. Gate 30 is particularly good as it's often overlooked. Avoid Gate 1 during peak times (10 AM - 2 PM).
Skip the Gates Entirely
With our VIP packages, enjoy exclusive Gate 8 access with no queues
🚗 VIP Transportation Package
Door-to-gate luxury service with guaranteed entry
- Hotel pickup & return
- VIP parking at Gate 8
- Personal escort to seats
- Skip all security queues