Grandes vacances guide - activities

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.

Grandes vacances 2023: musical summer at the Jardin d'Acclimatation

The Jardin d'Acclimatoin in Paris's 16th arrondissement, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, is definitely the capital's most kid-friendly garden. In addition to its usual activities, the Jardin is setting the pace this summer, with a host of musical events on the program.

Summer vacations 2023: activities, family outings and workshops at the Musée en Herbe

What are we doing with the kids this summer? We're going to a museum! And not just any museum: we've chosen the most creative, fun and child-friendly museum in Paris, the Musée en Herbe. With its attractive summer program, there's no doubt that it's the perfect place for a family cultural outing.

La Bergerie Ovinpique, sports and leisure activities at the Bergerie Nationale this summer

During the 2023 summer vacations, the Bergerie Nationale de Rambouillet is welcoming young and old alike to prepare them for the 2024 Olympic Games with its sporting, fun but above all free activities for the whole family. So, are we going to try and secure our place at the Paris Olympics this summer?

Open-air cinema in Montrouge: free screenings every Thursday evening this summer

One of the most popular activities in Ile-de-France, open-air cinema is back this summer! Head to Montrouge for an exceptional program of dance and sports, every Thursday evening, for free screenings!

Pass Jeunes: summer deals are back, here's how to get your pass

The Mairie de Paris is renewing its Pass Jeunes, which offers free or low-cost activities and outings for young Parisians aged 14 to 25. Applications for this pass open on June 1.

Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris

The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C.

A free treasure hunt to discover the Ile de la Cité with your family

If you like to visit Paris with your kids, then you'll love this free scavenger hunt, available on an app to go on a trip to the Ile de la Cité with your kids.

Paris Sport Vacances, free sports camps for young people aged 7 to 17

Paris Sport Vacances is the city's program that gives young people the opportunity to register and participate in free sports camps. So if your children are between 7 and 17 years old, sign them up for the next vacations!

The unusual walks of Fontânebleau, to discover the forest with donkeys

If you are looking for an original activity to do with or without children during the vacations, Fontânebleau organizes hikes on request, ranging from one hour to four hours in Achères-la-Forêt, where donkeys live peacefully.

The Musée de l'Illusion in Paris: a multi-sensory journey that will make you lose your head!

The Musée de l'Illusion awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, in the Châtelet les Halles district. Come with friends or family for a unique and exciting experience! Immerse yourself in a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down... A multi-sensory visit that's a must.

Vacations in Paris: Shopkeepers keep your luggage safe

Collaborative luggage storage will save your vacations! Following the example of Nannybag, over 250 businesses in Paris take care of travelers' luggage for a ridiculously low fee. A real relief if you don't want to lose a crumb of your vacation due to a logistical problem!

Vacations and Covid: screening tests for tourists returning from certain European countries

Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs Clément Beaune said this July 15, 2021, that French tourists returning from Spain or Portugal would not be subject to forced isolation, but they must present a screening test less than 24 hours old. He then added other countries to this list of moderate risk destinations.

Covid: can you postpone your second vaccine injection?

As the summer is just around the corner, and most of the French have not been vaccinated against Covid yet, because not eligible yet, is it possible to move forward or later the second injection of the vaccine without risking anything? A question we tried to answer to.

Covid: “We need to be very cautious until late June”, Pr. Arnaud Fontanet says

As France is to enter the second phase of the lockdown exit strategy this May 19, Pr. Arnaud Fontanet considers “we need to be very cautious until late June”. “With over 50% of the population vaccinated, we may enter summer in good conditions”, Institut Pasteur epidemiologist and member of the Scientific Committee said this Monday May 10, 2021 on France Inter.

Covid: more on the "EU health pass" available from June 15

The EU 27 have agreed on a "EU health pass" to be instated from June 15, 2021. What will it include? European Commissioner Thierry Breton - entrusted with vaccines - answered the question this March 28 on Le Grand Jury show.

Covid: third wave, vaccine campaign… what to expect in 2021?

As the French are soon to celebrate the Holidays in a never-seen-before fashion because of the health crisis, what to expect in 2021? When will the first vaccines be made available in France? Should the country fear a third wave? Here are a few leads.

Coronavirus: Spain does not want to close border with France

As in Spain, there are more and more contaminatiojns, leading to the re-containment of some of the Spanish population, in France, Jean Castex does not exclude the closure of the French-Spanish border, one month after it reopened. A possibility worrying tourists. As for Spain, the country hopes this scenario will not happen.

Where to go on vacations in Europe this summer? The European Union launches a website to help travelers

Were you wondering where to go to Europe this summer? Spain, Italy, Croatia or even Finland? Because all countries have not totally reopened their borders yet, and some of them impose some conditions, the European Commission launched a website to help travelers find the best option possible and travel safely.

Coronavirus: Air France cancels flights for lack of travelers

Like train network SNCF, Air France must cancel flights this summer for lack of travelers.