Jardin des plantes district - activities

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024 at École du Breuil, in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, Paris

The Rendez-Vous Jardins are back! From May 31 to June 2, 2024, green spaces in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be alive with free events and exceptional tours. In the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, the École du Breuil, dedicated to horticulture, unveils its program!

"Jacques et Chirac": the show continues at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe in Paris

The "Jacques et Chirac" show has been extended at the Théâtre de la Contrescarpe in Paris, until April 27, 2024.

ARTFEST Festival: flash tattoos and concerts over two days at Césure

This weekend, April 6 and 7, 2024, head for Césure, to get tattooed by your favorite artists and enjoy a live music program, at the ARTFEST festival.

The Grande Galerie de l'Evolution, the immense museum dedicated to animals from all over the world, in Paris

If you've ever taken a stroll through the Jardin des Plantes in Paris, you'll no doubt have spotted the grand old buildings that stand along the way: this is the Museum of Natural History, of which the Grande Galerie de l'Evolution is a part.

Felines: a special night-time exhibition at the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle

They're as adorable as they are dangerous: the Natural History Museum's Grande Galerie de l'Evolution is devoting an exhibition to felines, from March 22, 2023 to April 21, 2024. For an even more special visit, take advantage of the nocturne on March 23, 2024.

Calice: wine bar and haute cuisine in Paris' Latin Quarter, our photos

And that's three! Following the opening of the Narro and Baillotte restaurants in Paris, come and discover Calice. This warm and friendly place combines two distinct spirits: an ultra-gourmet restaurant at lunchtime and a wine bar with sharing plates in the evening, all supported by top-flight cuisine concocted by Chef Chikuda Kazuma, assisted by Louis Fedide.

Celebrate the anniversary of the Grande Galerie de l'Évolution with a weekend of events

The Grande Galerie de l'Évolution at the Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle is 30 years old! To celebrate, come and enjoy a weekend of events on March 23 and 24, 2024, featuring themed tours, workshops, readings, artistic and theatrical performances.

Mille et une Orchidées 2024, the floral exhibition in the large greenhouses of the Jardin des Plantes

Here's a flower show you won't want to miss: Mille et une Orchidées returns from February 8 to March 4, 2024! Come to the Grandes Serres of the Jardin des Plantes to enjoy this magnificent floral tour.

Illuminating the jungle: our photos of the 2023 Festival of Lights at the Jardin des Plantes

Every year, the Jardin des Plantes Festival of Lights presents a nocturnal light walk in homage to nature! Gigantic statues of animals and plants illuminated at dusk take over the site. The festival returns again this year for a 5th edition in winter 2023-2024, this time taking us to the middle of the rainforests. Introducing the Jungle of Illumination. See you from November 22, 2023 to January 21, 2024.

Super Objects invade the Mouffetard, Paris's 3D comics event

Discover the 3D comic strip "Super Objets" by Les Maladroits at the Théâtre Mouffetard, a unique object theater installation from November 16 to 26, 2023 in Paris.

All Saints' Day vacation 2023 at the Jardin des Plantes: dinosaurs, felines and plants on the program

During the All Saints' Day vacation in 2023, from October 21 to November 5, the whole family can enjoy a breath of fresh air at the Jardin des Plantes! The program includes a number of exciting exhibitions, as well as activities on plants and Halloween.

Halloween 2023: chilling visits to the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie

The Menagerie du Jardin des Plantes will be decked out in Halloween colors during the All Saints' Day vacations, from October 21 to November 5, 2023, with its most terrifying animals. Rats, vultures, snakes and spiders await you during a weekend of special, spooky activities!

Escape game at the Museum of Natural History: investigate the mysterious Dubosquet affair

A new adventure full of surprises awaits you at the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle. Come and solve the mystery of the Dubosquet affair with your family, from December 23, 2023 to January 8, 2024.

The Jardin des Plantes' hidden Alpine garden, a nugget worth discovering

The Jardin des Plantes conceals a magnificent alpine garden. Located between the Grandes Serres and the Menagerie, this garden, which has no entrance doors, is accessible via a hidden underground passage. Here you can discover the rock gardens and wild mountain plants. It's a haven of peace to be (re)discovered all year round.

Unusual: witness the feeding of the felines at the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie

On certain days of the week, the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie invites you to take part in an exceptional experience in the fauverie, in the heart of the Jardin des Plantes Menagerie, by attending a feline meal.

Fête de la Science 2023 at the Jardin des Plantes: an unusual and educational family visit

As part of the Fête de la Science, the Jardin des Plantes welcomes you to its heart for a walk around chemistry, on October 7 and 8, 2023.

Heritage Days 2023 at the Jardin des Plantes and the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2022, on September 17 and 18, the libraries of the Muséum national d'histoire naturelle and the Jardin des Plantes will be hosting special tours of the Museum's treasures.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 at the Grande Mosquée de Paris: an exotic visit on the programme

The Grande Mosquée de Paris awaits you for the Journées du Patrimoine on the weekend of September 16 and 17, 2023. An opportunity to immerse yourself in this bucolic and exotic setting!

Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in the gardens of the École du Breuil in Paris

The Journées du Patrimoine 2023 will take you to the heart of the gardens of the École du Breuil in Paris on September 16 and 17, 2023. Don't miss this exploration of the art of botany in the capital's 12th arrondissement!

Fête de la Science 2023: free family activities at the Natural History Museum

The Fête de la Science, from October 6 to 16, 2023, offers workshops, mini-conferences, demonstrations and even the chance to watch a live science TV show, free of charge for all ages from 4 upwards.