Monnaie district - activities

Hélène Carrère d'Encausse dies: how many women are left in the Académie française?

Unlike men, women have only recently been inducted into the Académie française. It was not until 1980 that Marguerite Yourcenar was inducted. Following the death of Hélène Carrère d'Encausse, let's take stock of the female presence at the heart of the Institut de France.

Gibert Joseph, an entire building dedicated to culture in the heart of the Latin Quarter: report

With its wide selection of new and second-hand products, Gibert Joseph is a long-established address for Latin Quarter regulars, selling books, CDs, DVDs and much more.

Journées du Patrimoine 2023: a free tour of the Bibliothèque Mazarine in Paris

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2023 in Paris, discover the sublime Bibliothèque Mazarine. Facing the Seine, this majestic site welcomes visitors free of charge on Saturday and Sunday, September 16 and 17, 2023, for a free tour of France's oldest public library.

Gelateria La Romana, the delicious Italian ice-cream parlour opens in Paris

Gelateria La Romana, the famous Italian ice cream parlour, unveils its first tea room in Paris. Nestled in the heart of the touristy Saint-Michel district, this oasis of frozen treats is sure to tempt gourmands. We tested it and tell you all about it.

Brasserie des Prés, charming and affordable, the hidden gem of Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Carefully tucked away in a bucolic courtyard in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Brasserie des Prés proves to be the neighborhood's best address, as delightful and charming as it is affordable.

Colvert, chef Arnaud Baptiste's devilishly sexy bistro

In Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the bistrot Colvert serves up some devilishly scoundrel bistronomy. Not surprising, with chef Arnaud Baptiste behind the stoves.

Foou, the bao street food and bubble tea gourmet in Saint-Michel, Paris

Right in the heart of Paris, by the famous Saint-Michel fountain, hides a street food counter: Foou. Here you can sample traditional Baos and savor an authentic Bubble Tea.

Le Glacier des Près, the crazy new ice cream shop from Brasserie des Près

Crazy new ice cream alert in Paris's 6th arrondissement. Make way for Glacier des Près, the new ice cream parlour in the extension of Brasserie des Près (part of the Brasserie Bellanger, Dubillot, Martin group). Fresh, homemade and even a Paris-Brest ice cream, we run, we fly.

July 14, 2023: festive and popular firemen's ball at La Monnaie de Paris

During the Fête Nationale, dance the night away in Paris museums on the arm of the firefighters! On Thursday July 13, 2023, the Monnaie de Paris organizes its traditional firemen's ball, for all-night fun.

FIP 360 evening: immersive concert at the Monnaie de Paris with Camion Bazar

The radio FIP organizes a new 360 immersive electro concert. See you on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at the Monnaie de Paris for a live 360 with Camion Bazar, Tatie Dee, Céline, Bambounou and Olympe 4000.

Takuto (ex-Kaïto), the elegant hand-rolls restaurant of Japanese chef Takuya Watanabe

Takuto (ex-Kaïto), the restaurant of sushi master Takuya Watanabe, invites you to eat its delicate fish handrolls standing up. The take-away offer is ideal for a bucolic picnic.

Renovation of the Pont des Arts in Paris: work has begun on the famous pedestrian bridge

The renovation of the Pont des Arts in Paris has begun and will be completed in September 2023. We will have to wait a few months to walk on it again. Discover the details of this long-awaited transformation.

O-Komé, quality onigiri and Japanese grocery in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

At O-Komé, onigiri are meticulously prepared, and grocery products direct from Japan are easy to take home.

Exhibition Money in Art at the Monnaie de Paris : our pictures

The Monnaie de Paris is dedicating an exhibition to the representation of money in works of art, entitled Money in Art, from March 30 to September 24, 2023.

Roadmap, the confidential street-art exhibition of Colors Festival is back and gets bigger

While waiting for the return of the Colors Festival, the team relaunches Roadmap in a larger format, this confidential exhibition which presents 32 street-artists investing several apartments of Saint-Germain-des-Près, Paris 6th, from March 18 to April 16, 2023. Feel like an unusual visit?

Horacio Garcia Rossi exhibition at the Lélia Mordoch gallery, "Let there be light".

A fascinating exhibition in homage to Horacio Garcia Rossi, master of light color... The Lélia Mordoch Gallery invites you to dive into the dazzling universe of Horacio Garcia Rossi through an exhibition, "Let there be light", from March 17 to May 20, 2023. Don't miss this springtime celebration of light and kinetic art, which will illuminate your eyes and your senses.

Street for Kids Exhibition: Street Art and Charity Auction at Ellia Art Gallery

The Street for Kids charity exhibition returns for a 7th edition on March 20 and 21, 2023 at the Ellia Art Gallery in Paris. This street art exhibition, organized to benefit the Musée en Herbe, will feature works by renowned artists such as Invader, JonOne, Philippe Geluck and Shepard Fairey. Auction on March 21 at 7pm.

Hôtel Dame des Arts, panoramic rooftop restaurant and bar in Paris

The Hôtel Dame des Arts, located in the 6th arrondissement in the heart of the Latin Quarter, has opened its doors! Discover this arty, yet confidential hotel that's sure to win you over. We're sure you'll love the restaurant's reinterpreted French dishes, and the rooftop bar where you can rub shoulders with Notre Dame de Paris.

La Bringue, the girls only parties where to party in Paris

La Bringue is a new concept which arrived in the capital a few months ago. In two words: "girls only", since these parties are exclusively reserved for girls over 18. Safe atmosphere and sorority on the program.

Source, the elegant gourmet restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

The team behind La Daronne opens a new gastronomic restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Chef Jules Recoquillon is at the helm of Source, a unique and stunning menu.