Paris 13 - activities

Operation Cortex, INSERM's free escape game at the Institute of Psychiatry and Neuroscience

Fans of escape games will meet up at the Institute of Psychiatry and Neuroscience to discover a brand new playful and immersive adventure created by INSERM, entitled Opération Cortex, from November 15, 2019. An adventure game scheduled to run throughout France in 2020, its aim is to raise awareness of medical research, neuroscience and the research institute's involvement in the development of new therapies.

Flonflon: a scrumptious and festive village square by the Seine

Flonflon is the new merry terrace pacing September in Paris opening this Fall. In this festive Indian summer spot, let’s extend the holidays by eating some grilled food and oysters while dancing to DJ sets and enjoying crazy entertainments.

Fu Castella and her deliciously moist and airy cakes

Do you know castella? This pastry of Portuguese origin has finally arrived in Paris, at Fu Castella, a charming boutique-tea room. We bet you'll love this fine, moist cake!

Wanderlust Street Food with Alexia Duchêne: this summer's open-air food court in Paris

Looking for something new? We've got just the thing! From June 22 to September 27, 2020, Wanderlust, located in the 13th arrondissement, is teaming up with young chef Alexia Duchêne to offer Parisians a 100% street-food menu, all on a 1,500 m2 terrace with a breathtaking view of the Seine!

Coronavirus: the Meeting de Paris 2020 cancelled

Initially planned on June 13 at the Stade Charléty, the Fédération Française d'Athlétisme has announced the edition 2020 of the Meeting de Paris was cancelled over the coronavirus pandemic. Postponed first to September 6, the health and economic crisis convinced organizers to cancel the event.

Big Mamma Chefs Lasagna Recipe

It's hard to resist the smell of lasagna... To treat yourself, even in confinement, we follow the recipe of the Big Mamma chefs!

Handisport Open Paris 2020 at Stade Charléty

The Handisport Open Paris 2020 is the biggest international handisport athletics competition to be held in France. On May 7 and 8, 2020, over 400 Paralympic athletes from 40 countries will gather at the Stade Charléty in Paris. Alongside the free sporting spectacle, a large festive village and a host of events await you!

MK2 Bibliothèque: one of the biggest cinemas in Paris

Looking for space? MK2 Bibliothèque is the 3rd largest cinema complex in Paris!

UGC Gobelins cinema

Visit the 11 UGC Gobelins cinemas in the 13th arrondissement of Paris to see the films playing this week.

Gaumont Les Fauvettes: the cinema for brunches

With a lounge available on the first floor, the Gaumont Les Fauvettes cinema offers relaxed moments over brunch in addition to the usual film screenings.

Aurore: the bold hotel project by Kengo Kuma expected in 2023 in Paris

A 4-star “1 Hotels” hotel featuring 140 bedrooms, including 23 suites, as well as a panoramic restaurant-bar, a gym, a 1000-sqm spa, a co-working café and even a youth hostel “Slo Living Hostel” featuring 179 beds and 44 bedrooms, a cabaret… In 2023, Paris 13th arrondissement will welcome “Aurore” a crazy project supported by the Compagnie de Phalsbourg and Station F and designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma.

David Bowie will soon have his own street in Paris

On January 10, 2016, astonishment and weeping. David Bowie is dead. Four years after, Paris 13th arrondissement mayor Jérôme Coumet announces a street in Paris will soon be called Rue David Bowie… for the fans’ greatest joy!

Tommaso starring Willem Dafoe: trailer and premiere in Paris

Abel Ferrara is back with his latest movie, Tommaso. Starring the excellent Willem Dafoe, this drama movie is out in France on January 8, 2020.

Tolkien, the huge exhibition at the BNF in Paris - photos and video

For fans of Tolkien and fantasy, the Bibliothèque Nationale de France is opening a huge retrospective of the work of the famous writer behind The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. On view from October 22, 2019 to February 16, 2020.

Traditional Chinese costumes parade and free workshops in Paris

An immersion to the heart of the Chinese culture, what do you think about it? This Saturday November 16, 2019 in Paris, the fest Chinese culture festival expects you. On the menu, a big parade and free workshops for everyone!

The 2020 galette des rois by Laurent Duchêne

For a successful Epiphanie 2020, pastry chef Laurent Duchêne, also Meilleur Ouvrier de France, has come up with an original galette recipe: a galette inspired by the Tatin sisters!

Delicious cruises aboard Le Diamant Bleu

Come aboard Le Diamant Bleu for a delicious cruise on Saturdays and sometimes on Fridays. 2h15 of cruise to rediscover Paris while enjoying a nice meal.

Marso & Co, chef Tomy Gousset's third (and excellent) restaurant

And that's 3! Chef Tomy Gousset has opened his third Parisian restaurant: Marso & Co. We tested it and loved it!

The Bateau Phare and its new terrace on the banks of the Seine

Stop mourning the Batofar and discover the Bateau Phare, its successor! While the boat reopens its doors at the end of the year, enjoy its beautiful sunny terrace, amazing cocktails and world cuisine menu throughout summer 2019.

Dao restaurant & Art, the new exceptional Chinese restaurant

Dao Restaurant & Art is the new Chinese restaurant like no other, on rue Saint-Marcel, Paris 13th. At Dao, you'll discover exceptional Sichuanese and Shanghainese cuisine, prepared by a true master of Chinese cooking, no less! Not only will you enjoy dishes you won't find anywhere else, but you'll also find a real gourmet delight.