Le saviez vous guide - activities

Did you know that a sublime and unusual Parisian façade is hidden in Cité Malesherbes?

Among the most beautiful facades and buildings in Paris is the one designed by the architect Anatole Jal, made for and by the painter Pierre-Jules Jollivet. Nestled in the peaceful and hidden Cité Malesherbes, this marvel with biblical scenes is worth a visit. We tell you its history.

Paris: do you know the story of the capital's two most famous ghosts?

Two well-known ghosts roam the streets of the capital, but how well do you know their story? Be on the lookout, as these characters may well come to visit you after dark!

Paris: discover the location of the last visible remnant of the capital's washhouses

A few centuries ago, there were almost 300 laundries in the capital. Unfortunately, these water-fed basins all disappeared when they ceased their activity, and only a vestige remains, just off the Place de la Bastille!

Disneyland Paris: ten secrets and anecdotes to discover about the park

You like to go to Disneyland Paris and you want to see the park in a different light? The editorial staff offers you ten secrets or anecdotes to discover throughout the park. Let's keep our eyes open, friends?

Parc de la Folie Saint-James in Neuilly-sur-Seine: the unusual park, a jewel of French landscape art

We introduce you to the Parc de la Folie Saint-James in Neuilly-sur-Seine, a French landscaped masterpiece from the XVIIIᵉ century that's well worth a stroll. This picturesque park offers you a plunge into history and the beauty of nature.

Guided tour of Hôtel de la Païva, a mysterious residence with erotic decorations

The Champs-Elysées harbor many secrets, including the home of the Marquise de la Païva, a former courtesan who had an opulent mansion built, also known as the "Louvre of the ass"... Coming for a visit?

Did you know? There is a ghost metro station under the Parc des Princes.

Paris-Saint-Germain fans wouldn't have minded a metro station just a stone's throw from the Parc des Princes. But for security reasons, Porte Molitor never opened and is now one of Paris's ghost stations!

Did you know that? The first parachute jump in history took place above the Parc Monceau

Who would have thought it? Thrill seekers have been around for a long time and parachute jumping has been around since the 18th century. Much less secure than today, André Jacques Garnerin made the first jump in history above the Parc Monceau, in 1797.

Did you know that? A bronze elephant should have adorned the Place de la Bastille

Do you know the story of the mysterious bronze elephant on the Place de la Bastille? We tell you about this monumental project wished by Napoleon I, but which will never see the day in Paris.

Did you know? Where are the last station manager's offices in the Paris metro?

Today, the surveillance of a metro station takes place out of sight. But until the 1970s, there was a stationmaster's office on the platform! Rare remnants of this feature can still be found at Sèvres-Babylone and Liège stations!

The Jardin du Petit Palais, a hidden gem with terrace and café-restaurant

At the heart of the Petit Palais, which is freely accessible to all, all year round, lies an exotic, verdant garden. Like a veritable oasis, it's the ideal setting for a drink in the sun. There's a café-restaurant with a pleasant terrace and deckchairs set up around the peristyle.

Jean-François Millet's Museum and Studio in Barbizon, a dive into history

Want to explore the world of Jean-François Millet, the famous 19th century painter who inspired Van Gogh? Go to Barbizon, where you can visit his historic museum and studio.

Discover the Château Musée et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery: a haven of inspiration

We're off to discover the Château et atelier Rosa Bonheur in Thomery, where the famous artist lived for almost 40 years in Seine-et-Marne. Soak up her creative world and her passion for animals on a guided tour full of discoveries.

Stohrer, the oldest pastry shop in Paris still in business

Stohrer, the oldest Parisian pastry shop still in operation, has been offering delicious creations since 1730. Located at 51 rue Montorgueil in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, this institution is open all year round.

Did you know that? Discover the history of the Journal du Soir - La France building - rue Montmartre

Immerse yourself in the history of journalism in Paris by visiting the façade of the Journal du Soir - La France, located at 144 rue Montmartre, a witness to a bygone era.

Do you know the terrible and gloomy history of the Buttes-Chaumont park?

Before being this beautiful bucolic park, the Buttes-Chaumont had a very gloomy history, and saw many deaths over the centuries. There is a good reason behind the name of the Pont des Suicidés (Suicide Bridge) which overlooks the park...

Did you know? What is the history of the Au Planteur façade in Paris that is being debated?

Discover the Au Planteur facade in Paris, Montorgueil district, classified as a historical monument since 1984. Located at 10-12 rue des Petits-Carreaux in the 2nd district, this facade and colonial fresco is still being debated, we tell you its history.

Did you know that? A Parisian street on the Île de la Cité is paved with tombstones

The rue Chanoinesse, on the Île de la Cité, conceals many mysteries, some of them terrifying. If you go to number 26, you may well step on some graves!

Did you know that? At the Tortues, why does the Paul Haussmann have an unusual façade?

Discover the history of the Maison Aux Tortues, a former store specializing in ivory and tortoiseshell objects, whose historic façade is now preserved by a branch of Paul's Bakery.

Concorde, Bastille, République: why do demonstrations take place in these squares?

Since the 1930s, the route of the demonstrations has always been the same, between Place de la Bastille, Place de la République and Place de Nation. While the Place de la Concorde has a special history, find out why.