
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
Saturday 4th - Sunday 5th October 2025
Attending the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe is not just witnessing a race - it's experiencing the pinnacle of elegance, passion, and the relentless pursuit of greatness on the world’s grandest turf stage.
We create bespoke travel experiences, with personalised itineraries, exclusive events and official tickets / hospitality to ensure we offer you the ultimate Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe experience.
Save yourself time & money by booking everything in one place with weekend experiences starting from just £499 per person.
Get in touch and start creating your perfect trip today.
Frankie Dettori
RacingBreaks.com Founder & Ambassador

Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Experiences
Meliá Paris La Défense | ✰✰✰✰
from £499 per person
Why stay here?
Great value experience
Easy access to central Paris
Panoramic bar & restaurant
Just a 20 min transfer




Staying at the Meliá Paris La Défense offers an ideal blend of comfort and convenience. The hotel offers stunning views of the Seine River and the Eiffel Tower and is connected to the centre of Paris by the Metro. It is also less than a 20 minute transfer to ParisLongchamp.
What's included:
✔ Return Eurostar to Paris (flights also available)
✔ Two (or more) nights accommodation
✔ Breakfast each morning
✔ Return racecourse transfers
✔ Ticket/Hospitality to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
✔ On-site Racing Breaks staff to assist you
FREE Ticket Upgrade to Winning Post Enclosure!
Book with just a 30% deposit!
Le Méridien Paris Arc De Triomphe | ✰✰✰✰
from £599 per person
Why stay here?
Close to Paris landmarks
Central Paris location
On-site bar & restaurant
On-site Jazz Club




Elevate your Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe experience by staying at the stylish le Méridien Paris Arc De Triomphe in central Paris. Just a short stroll from many of the city's main attractions and the location of our exclusive celebrity drinks evening on Saturday, this is the perfect base for the weekend.
What's included:
✔ Return Eurostar to Paris (flights also available)
✔ Two (or more) nights accommodation
✔ Breakfast each morning
✔ Invite to Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening
✔ Return racecourse transfers
✔ Ticket/Hospitality to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
✔ On-site Racing Breaks staff to assist you
FREE Celebrity Drinks Evening & Ticket Upgrade to Winning Post Enclosure!
Book with just a 30% deposit!
Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe | ✰✰✰✰✰
from £899 per person
Why stay here?
Stunning 5* hotel
Steps from Arc de Triomphe
On-site bar & restaurant
Close to many attractions




Staying at the Renaissance Paris Arc de Triomphe Hotel places you just steps from the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe, offering elegant rooms - some with balconies and city views - and easy access to Longchamp it is the ideal choice for your weekend in Paris.
What's included:
✔ Return Eurostar to Paris (flights also available)
✔ Two (or more) nights accommodation
✔ Breakfast each morning
✔ Invite to Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening
✔ Return racecourse transfers
✔ Ticket/Hospitality to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
✔ On-site Racing Breaks staff to assist you
FREE Celebrity Drinks Evening & Ticket Upgrade to Winning Post Enclosure!
Book with just a 30% deposit!
InterContinental Paris - Le Grand | ✰✰✰✰✰
from £1,599 per person
Why stay here?
Luxury 5* hotel
Exceptional Paris location
Choice of on-site dining
Stunning Spa




Staying at the InterContinental Paris Le Grand immerses you in Parisian elegance just steps from the Opéra Garnier, offering luxurious accommodations, renowned dining at Café de la Paix, and easy access to Longchamp via your own private transfer.
What's included:
✔ Return Eurostar to Paris (flights also available)
✔ Private return station-to-hotel transfers
✔ Two (or more) nights accommodation
✔ Breakfast each morning
✔ Invite to Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening
✔ Private return racecourse transfers
✔ Ticket/Hospitality to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
✔ On-site Racing Breaks staff to assist you
FREE Private Transfers, Celebrity Drinks Evening & Ticket Upgrade to Winning Post Enclosure!
Book with just a 30% deposit!
Four Seasons Hotel George V | ✰✰✰✰✰
from £4,799 per person
Why stay here?
Ultra Luxury 5* hotel
Iconic Paris location
Michelin-starred dining
Decadent Spa




Staying at the Four Seasons Hotel George V offers an unparalleled blend of Parisian elegance and convenience for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, with its prime location near the Champs-Élysées & luxurious accommodation, there simply is no better place to stay.
What's included:
✔ Return Business Premier Eurostar to Paris (flights also available)
✔ Private return station-to-hotel transfers
✔ Two (or more) nights accommodation
✔ Breakfast each morning
✔ Invite to Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening
✔ Private return racecourse transfers
✔ Prestige Open Bar Hospitality to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
✔ On-site Racing Breaks staff to assist you
FREE Private Transfers & Celebrity Drinks Evening
Book with just a 30% deposit!
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Ticket Options
The racecourse offer two main enclosure options during the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend. We recommend guests upgrade to the Winning Post Enclosure in order to enjoy the best raceday experience!
Arc Gardens | Available Saturday & Sunday
Included as standard


The Arc Gardens is Longchamp's best value enclosure for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend. It is situated at the end of the main grandstand and offers trackside views near the finishing line.
- Large enclosure located at the end of the main grandstand
- View the racing from trackside lawns located near the finishing line
- Large choice of food outlets & bars for refreshments
- Betting stands available
Winning Post Enclosure | Available Saturday & Sunday
Upgrade from £50 per person


The Winning Post Enclosure is Longchamp's top enclosure for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend. It gives access to the lower floor of the main grandstand and views of the Parade Ring.
- Access to the lower floor of the main grandstand
- View the racing from the terrace steps and front lawns, right up to the finishing line
- Access to view the Parade Ring
- Choice of food & drink outlets, and betting stands available
Grandstand Seats | Available as weekend ticket only
Upgrade from £275 per person


Grandstand seats offer a dedicated seat overlooking the racecourse for both Saturday & Sunday's racing. These offer an incredible vantage point from higher in the grandstand where you can see all the action.
- Dedicated seat in the grandstand overlooking the racecourse
- Access to all areas of both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens
- Access to view the Parade Ring
- Excellent vantage point to view the racing
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Hospitality
There are a variety of hospitality options available at Paris Longchamp during the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend. With experiences inclusive of drinks and canapés to fine dining restaurants, there is something to suit every taste.
Prestige Open Bar
Saturday £249.00 | Sunday £479.00




A refined lounge overlooking the racecourse with individual grandstand seats for each guest, the Prestige Open Bar is the perfect upgrade to hospitality, giving an incredible vantage point along with refreshments throughout the day.
What's included
- Access to a private lounge overlooking the racecourse
- A reserved seat in the Grandstand
- Unlimited wine, champagne, beers & soft drinks
- Sweet treat canapés
- Admission (includes access to both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens)
- Located on 3rd floor of the grandstand
- €10 betting voucher
Limited on Sunday (only available in packages)
Tente Ribot
Saturday N/A | Sunday £679.00




The Ultimate horseman's hospitality. Rub shoulders with owners and trainers and meet Racing Breaks ambassador Ruby Walsh alongside other racing personalities whilst enjoying the finest hospitality Longchamp has to offer.
What's included
- Track-facing facility located next to the main grandstand
- Celebrity Preview & Q&A with Ruby Walsh & other stars
- Access to private Tente Ribot lounge from 12pm
- Refined cocktail lunch & food throughout the day
- Unlimited wine, beer, Champagne & soft drinks
- Access to private outside terrace next to the rail (& Winning Post Encl.)
- Seating inside and out
- Access to weighing room
- €10 betting voucher
Limited Availability!
Prestige Auberge
Saturday N/A | Sunday £679.00



Enjoy lunch at the incredible Auberge du Bonheur restaurant before being transferred to the racecourse and heading to a private lounge to enjoy drinks & canapés throughout the afternoon whilst watching the racing from your reserved grandstand seat.
What's included
- Seated lunch at the Auberge du Bonheur restaurant
- Transfer from the restaurant to the racecourse
- Access to a private lounge on 3rd floor overlooking the racecourse
- A reserved seat in the Grandstand
- Unlimited wine, champagne, beers & soft drinks
- Sweet treat canapés
- Admission (includes access to both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens)
- Located on 3rd floor of the grandstand
- €10 betting voucher
Sold Out
Prestige Brasserie
Saturday £479.00 | Sunday £799.00



Enjoy a wonderful lunch in a stunning restaurant located adjacent to the Parade Ring before heading to a private lounge to enjoy drinks & canapés throughout the afternoon whilst watching the racing from your reserved grandstand seat.
What's included
- Seated lunch in restaurant located next to the Parade Ring
- Access to a private lounge overlooking the racecourse
- A reserved seat in the Grandstand
- Unlimited wine, champagne, beers & soft drinks
- Sweet treat canapés
- Admission (includes access to both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens)
- Located on 3rd floor of the grandstand
- €10 betting voucher
Sunday Sold Out
Prestige Cascade
Saturday N/A | Sunday £879.00



Enjoy a Michelin-starred lunch at the La Cascade restaurant before being transferred to the racecourse and heading to a private lounge to enjoy drinks & canapés throughout the afternoon whilst watching the racing from your reserved grandstand seat.
What's included
- Gastronomic lunch at the Michelin-starred La Cascade restaurant
- Transfer from the restaurant to the racecourse
- Access to a private lounge overlooking the racecourse
- A reserved seat in the Grandstand
- Unlimited wine, champagne, beers & soft drinks
- Sweet treat canapés
- Admission (includes access to both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens)
- Located on 3rd floor of the grandstand
- €10 betting voucher
Sold Out
Panorama
Saturday £799.00 | Sunday £1,299.00




Enjoy spectacular views from this high-end restaurant located on the top floor of the grandstand. With a wrap around balcony you'll have uninterrupted views of the racing to the front, and the Parade Ring to the rear. There is simply no better way to enjoy the Arc!
What's included
- Seated lunch in the Panoramic restaurant on the top floor of the grandstand
- A gastronomic menu put together by a renowned chef
- Access to private balcony in the grandstand overlooking the racecourse
- Access to private balcony overlooking the parade ring
- Unlimited wine, champagne, beers & soft drinks
- Admission (includes access to both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens)
- €10 betting voucher
Limited on Sunday (only available in packages)
Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening
By securing your Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe experience with RacingBreaks.com you'll receive a complimentary invitation to our exclusive Celebrity Drinks Evening!*
In 2023 we were joined at Le Meridien Etoile Hotel by RacingBreaks.com ambassador Frankie Dettori. He chatted to Racing TV's Tom Stanley who hosted an evening that also welcomed former Champion Jockey's Jim Crowley & Ruby Walsh, with a special appearance from former England Rugby International Lawrence Dellaglio.
Guests enjoyed complimentary drinks while listening to personal anecdotes, tips for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe and a Q&A with the jockeys




Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Example Itinerary
Our Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe experiences can be tailored to suit your individual requirements, should you wish to extend your time in Paris or head on to another destination afterwards, we can help! Please find an example itinerary for our two night experience below.
Day 1: Saturday 4th October 2025


- Depart from London St Pancras on a direct Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord (Eurostar upgrades or flights are available)
- Upon arrival into Paris you can choose to add on our optional station to hotel transfers, else make your way to your hotel.
- You'll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore Paris, or head to Longchamp for Saturday's raceday.
- On Saturday evening, if included in your experience, you are invited to join us at our Celebrity Drinks Evening, attended in 2023 by Frankie Dettori, Jim Crowley and other racing celebrities.
Day 2: Sunday 5th October 2025


- After a relaxed morning at the hotel you'll be collected and transferred to Longchamp for the main raceday of the weekend, the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
- Enjoy a full days racing with no less than 9 races!
- Following the conclusion of the racing you'll be transferred back to your hotel.
- Remainder of the evening at leisure.
Day 3: Monday 6th October 2025


- Depending on the time of your Eurostar home you can spend some of the day exploring Paris and visiting some of the city's main attractions.
- If you wish you can add on our optional hotel to station transfer, else make your way back to Gare du Nord to catch your Eurostar home.
Eurostar Travel / Flights
Our experiences to the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe typically include return Eurostar travel from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord.
We offer a range of train times, allowing guests to travel at the timings that best suit their plans for the weekend.
Travel is based in Standard Class, however upgrades are available to Standard Premier & Business Premier for a supplement.
For those that would prefer to fly we can either remove the Eurostar from your experience or include flights to Paris. We can also include airport transfers upon arrival into Paris from either of the city's airports.


Locations Map
Below you will find a map of all of our hotels in Paris for the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe. Our hotels are located within easy access of both the racecourse and the centre of Paris, allowing you to make the most of your weekend.
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Racedays
The Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend is two days of high quality racing action at Paris Longchamp! We recommend upgrading your tickets to a weekend pass and enjoying two days of racing at this stunning racecourse!
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe - Saturday
Saturday 4th October 2025


The Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe weekend kicks off on Saturday with an action packed racecard full of top quality racing. There are no fewer than five group races, including two Group 1 contests, the Qatar Prix du Cadran and Qatar Prix de Royallieu. Although a slightly quieter day at the racecourse this day is not to be missed for the avid racing fan as some of the top horses and jockey get this Parisian weekend underway!
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe - Sunday
Sunday 5th October 2025


The racing continues on Sunday with the main event, the Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Europe's richest race! But this isn't the only high quality action on the track, with four other Group 1 races including the Prix de l'Abbaye for the top sprinters!
This raceday is not to be missed and simply has to be ticked off the bucket list for every racing fan!
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Dress Code
Although there is no formal dress code at Longchamp, the day is all about grandeur and tradition, so why not make sure your outfit matches the atmosphere?
Gentlemen might wear a smart suit and tie or even a bowtie, coupled with smart shoes.
Ladies might go for a sophisticated dress or a chic ensemble, paired with matching accessories for an extra shot of glamour.
It is recommended to take note of the weather, as parts large parts of the racecourse are outside and exposed to the elements.
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Schedule / Timings
Saturday 4th October 2025
12:00 Gates Open
13:20 First Race
18:10 Last Race
Sunday 5th October 2025
11:00 Gates Open
13:55 First Race
16:20 Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
18:50 Last Race