Best Seats at Roland Garros 2026

Philippe Chatrier Seating Guide

Philippe Chatrier is the crown jewel of Roland Garros, seating 15,225 spectators across multiple tiers. Understanding the seating categories is essential to choosing the right ticket — the difference between Category Gold and Category 3 is dramatic.

Category Gold (Rows 1-8, Sideline)

The premium seats at Roland Garros, located in the first 8 rows along the sideline. You're close enough to hear the ball strike the racket and see players' expressions. These seats offer the classic "TV angle" view and are the most sought-after in the stadium.

Price range: $800-2,000+ depending on the round

Best for: Tennis purists, photographers, once-in-a-lifetime experiences

Category 1 (Rows 9-18, Sideline)

Excellent seats with a slightly elevated perspective that many fans actually prefer to Gold. You can see the full court geometry and shot placement more clearly from this height. Still on the sideline for the ideal viewing angle.

Price range: $500-1,200 depending on the round

Best for: Serious tennis fans who want great views without Gold pricing

Category 2 (Upper Tier, Sideline)

The upper bowl sideline seats offer a bird's-eye perspective that's excellent for understanding court strategy and player positioning. Views are good with binoculars recommended for close-up details.

Price range: $300-700 depending on the round

Best for: Value-seekers, groups, those who want to experience Chatrier on a budget

Category 3 (Behind Baseline)

Seats behind the baseline — both lower and upper tiers. The main drawback is the end-on view, which makes it harder to judge ball placement during rallies. However, you're looking straight down the court during serves, which has its own appeal.

Price range: $200-500 depending on the round

Best for: Budget attendees, serve enthusiasts

Suzanne Lenglen Seating Guide

Lenglen is a more intimate venue with 10,068 seats. No roof means the atmosphere is influenced by weather. The smaller size means there are no truly bad seats — even the back rows feel connected to the action.

• Cat 1: Lower bowl sideline — the best seats, from $350
• Cat 2: Upper bowl — still excellent views at this stadium size, from $249

Shade & Sun Tips

Paris in late May/early June can be warm (20-28°C). On Chatrier, the retractable roof provides shade when closed, but it's typically only closed for rain or night sessions. For open-air sessions:

• Morning shade: East-side seats are shaded until ~11 AM
• Afternoon shade: West-side seats get shade after ~3 PM
• Best for all-day shade: Upper-tier seats under the roof overhang (when open)