Paris 11 - activities

Culturebox Festival 2022: free concerts to enjoy at Paris Cirque d’Hiver, lineup

New edition of Culturebox Festival! This spring, the musical event, free upon reservation, takes over Paris Cirque d’Hiver on Thursday May 12 and Friday 13, 2022, with shows by Peter Doherty and Frédéric Lo, Lulu Van Trapp, Wet Leg and Balthazar.

Orgueil, small plates to share without prejudice and gastronomy by Eloi Spinnler

On the one hand, a bistro with small sharing plates, on the other, a bistronomic table in front of the ovens; Orgueil is a multi-faceted restaurant that young chef Eloi Spinnler directs with a master's hand.

Oberkampf Music Festival comes to Paris with a series of free concerts

Want to discover new musical talent? Don't miss the Oberkampf Music Festival. Not to be missed on Wednesday, May 18, Thursday, May 19 and Friday, May 20, 2022 at the 1999 and Nouveau Casino in Paris, this musical event welcomes Aaron Smith, Baby Queen, Cian Ducrot, Dora Jar, Flowerkid, Haunt The Woods, Kings Elliot and Lola Young. And best of all, many of the concerts are free!

Burgal, Alain Ducasse’s plant-based burger to enjoy in Bastille

Alain Ducasse just opened on Place de la Bastille an original stand called Burgal. On the menu, some uncommon plant-based burger!

Philo Saucisse, the Top Chef France’s Restaurant War winning restaurant opens in Paris, our pictures

Calling all Top Chef fans, and especially those supporting Mickaël, Arnaud and Wilfried who made you drool with their “Philo Saucisse” restaurant during the Restaurant War on TV. The temporary restaurant of the same name, opens from April 20, 2022, in Paris 11th arrondissement. Tempted by a sausage-themed menu?

Look up: the climate walk this Saturday April 9, 2022 in Paris, discover the route

After the success of the first walk to raise awareness about the climate and social justice, the organizes of the “Look up” protestation expect you all on Saturday April 9, 2022, for a second walk in several big cities in France.

Dancefloor Paris, the studio mixing fitness and dance in the 11th arrondissement

In Paris 11th arrondissement, a “feel good” dance studio opened. Dance classes with varied styles are provided, perfect to have fun and work out while learning with renown teachers.

La Rêverie, the incredible bar-restaurant serving sophisticated cocktails taking us to Singapore

In the Bastille area stands a genuine gem, a bar-restaurant with an original and impressive décor. La Rêverie is aptly named with fluffy clouds and lit tree taking us straight to Singapore.

Adrien Cachot, laid-back and uncommon gastronomy at the Perchoir Ménilmontant

Working in the Perchoir Ménilmontant kitchen until late April, chef Adrien Cachot unveils his idea of gastronomy: laid-back and uncommon cuisine making light of conventions.

Quality vegetarian, vegan and meat burgers at Goiko Oberkampf

In the Oberkampf area, Goiko is THE place to go for lovers of (very) tasty and (very) cheeky burgers. And good news, new recipes are available including vegetarian and vegan burgers!

Le Duchesse, a game bar with an offbeat decor in the 11th arrondissement

A little offbeat, the Duchesse is a game bar that ensures you have a good time with friends, around the board games of your choice and good home-made food!

Oxymore, the pizzeria with good French products

We wondered what all the fuss was about at Oxymore, and then found out when we tried it out: these pizzas made with good French produce are simply excellent.

Press Start, our test of Virtual Room's new original VR adventure

Fancy an adventure into the retro world of video games? Head for Virtual Room, a Parisian virtual reality brand offering a brand-new VR experience, Press Start. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it!

@unreve, the sublime French-Asian café and tea room

@unreve, that's the name of the new coffee shop, tea room and pastry shop that has set up shop on Avenue Parmentier in the 11th district of Paris. Imagine a nice marriage between the best of coffee shops and Asian flavors and you are in the tone.

Le Cachot de la Bastille, our test of Gamescape's Revolutionary escape game

Lovers of history, and of the French Revolution in particular, are in for a treat with Gamescape's new Le Cachot de la Bastille escape game in Paris's 11th arrondissement. The redesign now allows you to play in pairs only, if you wish.

Kandinsky at the Atelier des Lumières: the immersive exhibition to discover - our pictures

Discover abstract art pioneer Vassily Kandinsky through the immersive exhibition of the Atelier des Lumières: “Kandinsky, The Odyssey of Abstraction”. Running from February 18, 2022 to January 1, 2023.

Cézanne at the Atelier des Lumières: the unmissable exhibition to enjoy now - our pictures

A door to Provence in the middle of Paris: from February 18, 2022 to January 1, 2023, the Atelier des Lumières takes us on an unusual journey through the “Cézanne, the Lights of Provence” exhibition.

Le Beslay gets a new chef and a bistronomic menu - Definitely closed

Le Beslay, the restaurant of the Les Deux Girafes hotel, has a new look with a new chef, Fabrice Giraud, and a new bistronomic menu that suits him well.

Diggity, a friendly, witty neighborhood canteen

Comforting bistro fare and a matter of good friends, that's all we needed to appreciate Diggity. Oh yes, famous pot-au-feu croquettes, touché!

Chez Pépé Merle, the B&B experience that makes you discover Paris differently

In the heart of the 11th arrondissement, Claire Berni welcomes you to Chez Pépé Merle, her bed and breakfast, for an authentic Parisian experience. A charming and tastefully decorated place, with services tailored to the stay of your dreams.