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Silent Zoo evenings return to the Parc Zoologique de Paris this summer 2024

Silent Zoo evenings return to the Parc Zoologique de Paris, this summer 2024! These unusual evenings offer the chance to dance among the animals until 1 a.m., with headphones screwed on your ears!

A special Valentine's evening under the ocean at Aquarium Tropical

It's not just humans who love each other, it's fish too! Come and discover the underbelly of aquatic life at the Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Dorée for a special Valentine's Day evening.

L'Envers du décor 2024: everything you need to know about this contemporary art festival at the Palais de la Porte Dorée

L'Envers du décor, at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, is back for its 7th edition. On February 3 and 4, 2024, a host of artists will be on hand to present free, original and contemporary installations and activities. Are you ready? Watch out, it's going to shine!

Curling rink, raclette and mulled wine at Rosa Bonheur's Chalet Givré in the East

All winter long, Rosa Bonheur's Porte jaune chalet is offering you a one-way ticket to the Swiss mountains, for a gourmet immersion experience that's as unusual as it is delicious.

Children's birthday party in Paris: a birthday party with animals, at the Parc Zoologique de Paris

Would you like to celebrate your child's birthday outdoors this year? Then head for the zoological park, in the 12th arrondissement, to celebrate the occasion in style, surrounded by animals.

Parc zoologique de Paris, the capital's zoo, in the 12th arrondissement

The Parc Zoologique de Paris, also known as the Zoo de Vincennes, is the most emblematic zoo in Paris, with its immense 65-metre-high rock, which can be seen from certain Parisian viewpoints. The zoo is home to many different species of animal, and is the perfect place to take the kids on an outing!

Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Dorée, Paris's historic aquarium

Created in 1931 for the Colonial Exhibition, the Aquarium is located in the 12th arrondissement, in the Palais de la Porte Dorée. It is home to over 750 species of small fish and, best of all, admission is free for under-26s!

Musée de l'histoire de l'Immigration: opening hours, collections, prices... All you need to know

Housed in the Palais de la Porte Dorée, the Musée National de l'Histoire de l'Immigration tells the story of France in a different way... Discover this unusual cultural site.

The Musée d'Histoire de l'Immigration unveils an exhibition on Asian migration

China, Japan, Vietnam, Thailand... Populations from East and Southeast Asia have long settled in France. The Musée National de l'Histoire de l'Immigration tells the story of these population movements, in an exhibition running from October 10, 2023 to February 18, 2024.

A stroll along the 12th arrondissement's Petite Ceinture: an air of countryside from Vincennes to Porte Dorée

From Vincennes to Porte Dorée, you can enjoy a moment out of time, listening to birdsong as if you were in the countryside, on the longest stretch of the Petite Ceinture!

Christmas 2023: the animal entertainment programme at the Parc Zoologique de Paris

For the festive season, the Parc Zoologique de Paris awaits children with some great free activities for young and old, during the 2023 Christmas vacations.

Bûches de Noël 2023 by Candy Paradis: Christmas delights to melt your heart!

Candy Paradis' 2023 Yule logs: "Paradis Gourmand" a unique creation in five gourmet portions, not forgetting the signature log "L'orange de Noël". Reserve now, there won't be enough for everyone.

Investigation in Madagascar: our photos of the Tropical Aquarium's ultra-fun immersive exhibition

Save the Joba Mena, an endangered fish from Madagascar, with the Tropical Aquarium's fun, immersive exhibition. To be followed from November 14, 2023 to September 1, 2024.

Become an apprentice groomer at the Parc Zoologique de Paris for a day!

If you're a fan of animals from all over the world, zoos and menageries, here's an activity you'll remember for a long time: the Parc Zoologique de Paris gives you the chance to spend half a day in the shoes of an animal keeper, for an unforgettable experience close to the animals.

Fête de la Science 2023: guided ocean tours at the Porte Dorée Tropical Aquarium

The Fête de la Science returns to the Palais de la Porte Dorée on October 14 and 15, 2023. Take part in the guided tours organized for this 32nd edition, focusing on biodiversity in ecosystems.

Human rights wall in Paris: a mural in tribute to six contemporary activists, our photos

Paris inaugurates its first fresco, on the Human Rights Wall, in tribute to six contemporary activists. To be discovered in the capital's 12th arrondissement, this XXL work of committed street art is by Mahn Kloix.

La Fête des Chiens Guides 2023, at the Paris Guide Dog School

The Paris Guide Dog School opens its doors to you for the Fête des Chiens Guides, on September 24, 2023. Many activities are on the program, including demonstrations by our educators, Braille initiations, simulation courses and games for children!

Cultural Festival of Tibet and the Himalayas 2023: festivities on the banks of Lac Daumesnil

Want to travel to Asia without even leaving the capital? Come and discover the new, 22nd edition of the Cultural Festival of Tibet and the Peoples of the Himalayas. On Friday 8th, Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September 2023, the event awaits you on the banks of Lake Daumesnil in Paris, with a series of events as diverse as they are varied: concerts, round-table discussions, exhibitions, dance, crafts, tastings and even wellness and meditation sessions!

Back-to-school fair at Poisson Lune, Sunday, September 3

Monday September 4 is back to school. So, to combat the back-to-school blues, we're making the most of this last day of vacation with the Poisson Lune fair.

Les Rendez-vous sauvages, an immersion into the lives of predators at Vincennes Zoo this summer

Summer and winter alike, the Parc zoologique de Paris (or Vincennes Zoo) never goes out of fashion: for young and old alike, it's always a place of discovery, surprises and excitement. On this summer's program? Come and discover the zoo's large predators with your family.