May 8 holiday guide

Aventure Floreval, the family adventure park just outside Paris

Aventure Floreval is a huge accrobranche park that welcomes young and old adventurers in the middle of the forest, with lots of fun activities! In addition to 400 workshops on 22 tree-climbing courses, accessible from age 3, an outdoor escape game, mini golf, an animal farm and a catering area await you. Open until November 3, 2024.

Caillebotte, the affordable, gourmet bistro in Paris's 9th arrondissement

Caillebotte is the Bistrot Gourmand in Paris's 9th arrondissement, combining good food and conviviality with inventive, affordable cuisine. It's the kind of address that gets whispered about under the mantle, ideal for its excellent value for money, with a menu at €23 lunchtime and €43 evening. The quality of its dishes makes it a Parisian word-of-mouth favorite.

Didi Saïgon, the Vietnamese and Thai restaurant that awakens the taste buds in Val-de-Marne

Looking for a delicious Vietnamese and Thai restaurant in Val-de-Marne (94)? We've set out to discover Didi Saïgon, this new temple to Southeast Asian gastronomy which has opened its doors in Villiers-sur-Marne. With its spacious dining room and generous, authentic dishes, Didi Saïgon is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the palate.

Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris

Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered.

Parc Saint Paul, a family theme park in the Oise region, for a day out with the family

Parc Saint Paul awaits us from March 30, 2024 for a new season of fun and games! In the heart of the Oise region, come and discover this charming amusement park in its authentic natural setting. A family-friendly park to discover as soon as possible.

Ladurée Champs-Elysées reinvents itself, rediscover the tea room

The famous Ladurée boutique-teahouse on the Champs-Élysées has reopened its doors, totally transformed, after months of renovation. This iconic venue has been totally redesigned and is open every day from 8am to 10pm. Coffee shop, winter garden, dessert bar and even masterclass are on the program. Who's up for crazy tea times, macaroons and other delicacies?

Blondie: the cool coffee shop and roaster in the 9th arrondissement

Blondie is the new coffee shop and roaster in the 9th arrondissement. Open since May 2023, it's the perfect place to share a lunch, a sweet break or an afternoon coffee. Drop in for a visit ...

La Bauhinia restaurant, awakened by Quentin Testart's marine cuisine at the Shangri La Paris

La Bauhinia is the name of the sublime Shangri-La Paris restaurant named after a tropical flower. Under the leadership of new chef Quentin Testart and pastry chef Maxence Barbot, the menu is inspired by the sea, from Sri Lanka to Brittany, all under the sublime glass roof designed by architect Maurice Gras.

Shopping centers and department stores opening on May 8, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Feel like doing a little shopping on Wednesday, May 8, 2024? Many shopping centers and department stores in Paris and the Paris region are keeping their doors open even on this public holiday. Find out which ones!

Bing Sutt, the Coffee Shop in Paris with Hong Kong flavors - video

Bing Sutt is the name of the new Coffee Shop on the Place de la Républiqe which offers you typical Hong Kong specialties. Are you a fan of Pinneapple bun, Egg Tarts and Hong Kong Milk Tea? They are waiting for you!

L'Escarpolette, the coffee shop with crazy cheap tea times

L'Escarpolette is the name of a new restaurant-coffee shop-tea room that has opened in the 5th arrondissement of Paris. A welcoming gourmet spot, offering a crazy brunch and a tea time that's as affordable as it is delicious!

TOO Hôtel, the rooftop with panoramic restaurant and Skybar

TOO Hôtel is the name of Laurent Taïeb's new address at the top of the Duo Towers, between Station F and the BNF, designed by Philippe Starck. A hotel in the Paris skyline, featuring a restaurant with an exceptional panoramic view, a tree-lined spa and a Skybar.