Bel air district - activities

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.

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.

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.

Halloween 2023 at the Parc Zoologique de Paris: a day of thrills and chills for children

Halloween 2023 is the perfect opportunity to feel the big chill, eat tons of candy and stroll around in disguise until the end of the night. The Parc Zoologique de Paris is offering the bravest children the chance to experience a day of thrills and chills on October 31, 2023, with a host of challenges on the program.

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!

Heritage Days 2023 at the Samu Social de Paris headquarters: visit to the Hospice Saint-Michel

For the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days), Samu Social will be opening its doors to you for an exceptional tour of its headquarters. Come and enjoy the program on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023!

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.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Palais de la Porte Dorée: Guided tour & events

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Palais de la Porte Dorée: On September 16 and 17, 2023, we invite you to an exceptional immersion experience to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the European Heritage Days. On the program: tours, behind-the-scenes at the Aquarium, conferences and more.

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.

Nocturnes at the Zoological Park of Paris, a unique experience to live this summer 2023

The Nocturnes of the Paris Zoological Park are back this summer to make you live a lot of new experiences. Visit the park at dusk and discover the animals with a new eye. Guided tours, animations, quizzes... Here is what awaits you every Thursday from June 22 to August 10, 2023.

Tip: the Musée de l'Histoire de l'Immigration is open free of charge this weekend

The permanent collections of the Musée de l'Histoire de l'Immigration are finally reopening. To celebrate, the cultural center is opening its doors to the public free of charge this weekend, June 17 and 18, 2023.

Piscine Roger Le Gall, a naturist swimming pool in Paris

The Piscine Roger Le Gall is a swimming spot located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris that offers swimmers an open-air pool on sunny days, a 100% indoor pool, a solarium and dedicated slots for naturist sessions!

Poisson Lune, the ephemeral terrace of the Palais de la Porte Dorée is back for the summer

Poisson Lune, the canonical terrace of the Palais de la Porte Dorée is back for the fifth year from May 12, 2023. Something to brighten up the summer season and delight young and old alike!