Notre dame district - activities

The Paris archaeological crypt under Notre-Dame Cathedral

The archaeological crypt beneath the forecourt of Notre-Dame in Paris is a real step back in time. Here's what to expect when you visit.

Nuit Blanche 2023: Rodrigues & Rijnierse's 'Sunset in Paris' installation lights up the Seine

Nuit Blanche 2023 in Paris offers an unforgettable experience with 'Sunset in Paris', a monumental floating installation by Ludmila Rodrigues and Mike Rijnierse. Discover this fascinating work that redefines sunset and transforms the Parisian urban landscape.

Nuit Blanche 2023: discover Street opera at the Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation

For this 21st edition of the Nuit Blanche, on Saturday June 3, 2023, the Mémorial des martyrs de la déportation offers a dreamlike outdoor program along the Seine.

Eternelle Notre-Dame: the historical immersive experience in virtual reality

Notre-Dame de Paris as you've never seen it before: discover the immersive virtual reality experience "Eternelle Notre-Dame". Offered at La Défense and on the cathedral's forecourt, this astonishing show plunges us into the heart of history.

Notre-Dame de Paris at the heart of the construction site, the free exhibition under the forecourt in photos

The Notre-Dame de Paris: au coeur du chantier exhibition, which takes place beneath the cathedral's forecourt, is now unveiled. From March 7, 2023, until the monument reopens, discover the work of the hundreds of men and women who are rebuilding the cathedral. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the highlights of the titanic construction site, to discover the work of the journeymen and craftsmen, and the challenges of reconstruction.

Did you know? There is a place in Paris named after Queen Elizabeth II

Did you know there is a place in Paris named after Queen Elizabeth II? Set in the 4th arrondissement, this place was renamed when the British Queen visited in 2014.

The Parvis of Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral will soon look like a clearing

Different projects were competing to refurbish the parvis and the surroundings of the Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, after the terrible 2019 inferno. The choice went on vegetation of the place to set up a clearing.

Museums Night 2022 at Paris Archeological Crypt

Paris Archeological Crypt set at the Île de La Cité takes part every year in Museums Night. For the 18th edition, held on Saturday May 14, 2022, enjoy a self-guided and free tour.

Paris: Yann Brys opens a Tourbillon pastry shop in the 4th district

Notice to all sweet tooths! Yann Brys, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, has opened his new Tourbillon pastry shop in Paris, after the one already established in Saulx-les-Chartreux, in Essonne. This time, he's heading for the Île-Saint-Louis, in the 4th arrondissement, to open the doors of this ultra-gourmet spot!

Le Saint-Régis, the 100% Parisian brasserie on the Ile-Saint-Louis

Want to savor the best of Parisian bistronomy? Let's go to Saint-Régis, the typical bistro in the Ile-Saint-Louis district that offers the best of bistronomic cuisine in the heart of Paris. Eggs Benedict, hot goat salad, croque monsieur, salmon and avocado tartar... What a treat!

New Year's Eve 2021 - New Year's Eve 2022 at Nos ancêtres les Gaulois in Paris

For an original and festive New Year's Eve in 2022, head to Chez Nos Ancêtres les Gaulois on Tuesday December 31. The restaurant is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and for the occasion is transforming itself into a veritable little Gaulish village for New Year's Eve.

European Heritage Days 2021 in Notre-Dame de Paris Crypt

European Heritage Days 2021 are coming to Notre Dame archaeological crypt on Saturday September 18 and Sunday 19, 2021.

Saint-Louis-en-l'Île church on Île Saint-Louis

The Eglise Saint-Louis-en-l'Ile is a beautiful, richly decorated church not to be missed on your stroll around the Île Saint-Louis!

Notre-Dame de Paris, from Victor Hugo to Viollet-le-Duc, the exhibition at the Crypte Archéologique - closed

The Crypte Archéologique houses a Notre-Dame de Paris exhibition from September 9, 2020. Paintings, manuscripts and models of the monument expect us for an introduction to the story of the Parisian cathedral, from Victor Hugo to Eugène Viollet-Le-Duc. The exhibition remains closed until further notice.