Macca said he’d get back to Europe and he’s standing by his word in 2024.
Paul McCartney’s Got Back Tour 2024 is wrapping up the year in France, Spain, and the UK. Here’s everything you need to know about his tour dates in the UK and Europe, how to buy tickets, what songs to expect on his setlist, and how to get there by train.
Is Paul McCartney touring in 2024?
Yes, Paul McCartney is touring during the final months of 2024. He’ll start with six shows in South America, stopping in Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Brazil, and Peru between Oct. 1 and Oct. 27. He’ll then cross the Atlantic to begin the European leg of his tour, which starts in France on Dec. 4 and ends in London with two shows at The O2 on Dec. 18 and 19.
Paul McCartney’s 2024 UK and European tour dates
Hear your favorite songs from The Beatles, Wings, and more when Paul McCartney’s Got Back Tour rolls into these UK and European venues in 2024.
Paris, France
Paris La Défense Arena
Dec. 4-5
Closest stations: La Défense | Nanterre-Préfecture | Nanterre-La Folie
La Défense Arena is Europe’s largest indoor venue and is located northwest of the French capital’s center. You can take the RER A train to La Défense and Nanterre-Préfecture stations. For Nanterre-La Folie, you can take the RER E train. However, for those staying in Paris proper, we suggest taking Métro Line 1 (yellow) to La Défense station.
See also: How to get around France by train and use the Paris Métro
Madrid, Spain
WiZink Center
Dec. 9-10
Closest stations: Goya (Madrid Metro) | O’Donnell (Madrid Metro) | Recoletos
WiZink Center is located just a few blocks away from Madrid’s El Retiro Park. You can easily walk from the Prado Museum to the Banco de España Metro station and take Metro Line 2 to Goya in minutes.
See also: How to travel around Spain by train and without a car
Manchester, UK
Co-op Live
Dec. 14-15
Closest station: Manchester Piccadilly
Football fans will easily find Co-op Live in Manchester, situated within the Etihad Campus and right across the street from Etihad Stadium. The closest Metrolink tram stop is Etihad Campus, served by the Blue Line and Purple Line trams, which provide direct access from Manchester Piccadilly station. These trams run frequently, making it a breeze to travel between the city center and the venue. On busy event days, you can also use the Holt Town and Velopark tram stops, both within walking distance of the arena.
London, UK
The O2
Dec. 18-19
Closest stations: North Greenwich (London Underground) | Westcombe Park | Charlton
Getting over to The O2 Arena in Greenwich isn’t difficult. The simplest way is to take the Jubilee line (gray) to North Greenwich Underground station, which is just a short walk from the venue. The Jubilee line connects to several convenient stations, including Waterloo, Stratford, and London Bridge.
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What songs will Paul McCartney play on his Got Back Tour?
Over the last two years, Paul McCartney has played hits like “Maybe I’m Amazed,” “Love Me Do,” “Get Back,” “Band on the Run,” “Let It Be,” “Hey Jude,” and “Helter Skelter.” We have a feeling that McCartney might change up his set for a song or two when visiting the UK and Europe, but judging by the standard setlists he’s played in 2022 and 2023, expect between 35 and 40 songs covering his solo career, Wings, and The Beatles.
Who is touring with Paul McCartney?
Paul McCartney, the legend that he is, plays over 40 instruments, but even the most talented musicians need a live ensemble. McCartney is touring with drummer Abe Laboriel Jr, guitarist Rusty Anderson, bassist Brian Ray, and keyboardist Paul “Wix” Wickens. In his previous Got Back Tour shows, he’s also joined by the band Hot City Horns, featuring Mike Davis on trumpet, Kenji Fenton on saxophone, and Paul Burton on trombone.
How to get tickets for Paul McCartney's UK and European tour
Get tickets for Paul McCartney’s UK and European tour by visiting McCartney’s official website. Under the “Live Got Back Tour 2024” page, you’ll see options to purchase general or VIP tickets for each show date.
How much are Paul McCartney concert tickets?
Paul McCartney concert ticket prices for his European Got Back Tour can vary significantly depending on the venue and the seating location. For example, tickets for Co-op Live in Manchester start at around $135, with seats at the back costing up to $157 (excluding fees). VIP tickets are available but at a higher cost.
How much does Paul McCartney charge for a private show?
If you’re willing to scrape together a few cents you found between the couch cushions, break open your piggy bank, and finally sell your summer home in the Hamptons (because it’s really more of a chore than a convenience), you can get a private Paul McCartney show for at least $1 million.
Who is the wealthiest Beatle?
Considering that we’re sadly without two Beatles, the wealthiest living Beatle is Sir Paul McCartney. That’s no surprise; McCartney by far had the most successful post-Beatles career of the Fab Four. Ringo Starr, the only other surviving Beatle, is worth an estimated $350 million, which seems like pennies compared to McCartney’s empire but makes him the wealthiest drummer on the planet.
What is Paul McCartney's net worth?
According to The Sunday Times, Paul McCartney is officially a billionaire. His net worth is £1 billion, but if he exchanged his pounds in 2023 when he had £950 million, he would have been a billionaire by US standards at $1.2 billion.
Has Paul McCartney released a new album in 2024?
Yes, and no. Paul McCartney and Wings released a “new” album on June 13, 2024, called One Hand Clapping. The album was recorded in August of 1974 but never officially released. You may have heard parts of this album, some of which were bootlegged and others that we released on other McCartney albums.
When did Paul McCartney play Glastonbury?
Paul McCartney has played Glastonbury twice: in 2004 and 2022. He was slated to play Glasto in 2020 but it was canceled due to the pandemic. McCartney’s performance at Glastonbury 2022 made him the oldest solo headlining act to ever take Glasto’s stage.
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Touring with the music titans by train
Download the Trainline app and we’ll help you get to and “Get Back” from Paul McCartney’s Got Back Tour 2024. If you’re visiting for his UK shows, get caught up in Beatlemania as you visit Abbey Road and step into Beatles history in Liverpool.
Macca isn’t the only superstar coming to Europe; Coldplay’s world tour hits 10 European cities in 2024. We’re holding our breath for a Rihanna 2024/2025 tour and an appearance from Adele in the UK as her Las Vegas residency comes to an end.
Until then, you’ll find us following Taylor Swift across Europe for her Eras Tour.
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