Paris 2 - activities

Aux Belles Poules, lecture-show and tour of a Roaring Twenties brothel

While most of the capital's brothels have disappeared since prostitution was outlawed, one remains open to the curious during burlesque tours and lectures at Aux Belles Poules.

PANJI: the epic story of an Indonesian prince

A cultural event on May 31, 2023 for all fans of Indonesia: through a conference, concert and dance performances, discover the cultural heritage of Prince PANJI, declared "Memory of the World" in 2016 and designated by Unesco in 2017.

Degas in black and white: the unusual retrospective exhibition at the BnF Richelieu

The painter Edgar Degas reveals himself in a new exhibition, presented at the BnF Richelieu. Discover Degas in black and white, from May 31 to September 3, 2023.

Paris: the Rex Club closes its doors for several months due to work

Night owls will have to adapt for a few months. The mythical Rex Club, nestled in the center of Paris, announces its temporary closure for a few months, in order to carry out important renovation works.

Moemachi, small takoyaki shop in the Pathway

What if we took the time to discover takoyaki? Let's go to Moemachi, at the edge of the Sentier, to taste these small octopus dumplings prepared in a minute.

Mam From Hanoi, the Vietnamese restaurant where to eat a good pho

How about a good, home-style Viet restaurant? Head for mắm from HanoÏ, this family-run restaurant in Paris 2e, which serves good nems and pho, accompanied by Vietnamese coffee.

Frog Pubs revolutionizes Parisian brunches with Drag Brunchs

For a crazy brunch that's different from the ordinary, discover the monthly Drag Brunchs at the Frog Pub in Paris, a festive concept from the USA that combines gastronomy and dazzling entertainment. Join the party with Birdy Leen, the mistress of ceremonies, for an unforgettable and convivial moment at The Frog & Underground!

The Grand Large du Grand Rex in Paris celebrates its 35th anniversary with a festival: the program

The Grand Large du Grand Rex in Paris is already celebrating its 35th anniversary! To mark the occasion, the famous theater on the Grands Boulevards is organizing a festival with an exceptional program from April 24 to May 2, 2023. On the menu, the films that have marked the Grand Rex's Grand Large screen, including screenings of many cult films.

The Night of the Fantastic, an immersive experience in the heart of the wizarding world

Always wanted to be a wizard? Your wish may come true during the Night of Fantasy, where you will have to save the world from a black mage, during an evening full of entertainment, role-playing and mysteries, this Sunday, April 9, 2023!

Stohrer, the oldest pastry shop in Paris still in business

Stohrer, the oldest Parisian pastry shop still in operation, has been offering delicious creations since 1730. Located at 51 rue Montorgueil in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, this institution is open all year round.

Did you know? What is the history of the Au Planteur façade in Paris that is being debated?

Discover the Au Planteur facade in Paris, Montorgueil district, classified as a historical monument since 1984. Located at 10-12 rue des Petits-Carreaux in the 2nd district, this facade and colonial fresco is still being debated, we tell you its history.

Le Presque Bout du Monde : our test of the restaurant in a travel diary mode in Montorgueil

Fancy an original culinary journey? Let's go to Le Presque Bout du Monde, a restaurant in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris offering gourmets and food lovers a daring world cuisine and amazing cooking. A mix of flavors not to be missed!

Quentin Tarantino at the Grand Rex for his book "Cinema Speculation": we were there, we tell you!

Event in Paris this spring! On the occasion of the release of the book "Cinema Speculation" signed by Quentin Tarantino, the Grand Rex invited the mythical American director and screenwriter, this Wednesday, March 29, 2023 for an evening of discussions which we attended. We tell you what was said there!

Cinema For Change 2023, the festival of socially committed cinema: the program

For its 12th edition, the "Cinema For Change" film festival, committed to environmental protection and sustainable development, returns to Paris and online, from April 11 to 16, 2023. We reveal the festival program.

Chimère, a contemporary and stylish brasserie in Opéra

Neo-brasserie Chimère, with its meticulous vintage decor and embered plates, opens its doors just off the Opéra Garnier.

Alla Mano, finger-fried Italian street food in Sentier

Head for the Sentier to discover Alla Mano and its Italian street-food specialties: supplì, Roman cousins not so far removed from Sicilian arancini; and panzerotti, a kind of doughnut topped like a pizza frita.

Bonchon, the fried chicken restaurant opens its doors

Bonchon, the world-famous Korean fried chicken street-food chain, is coming to Paris on March 9, 2023. Head to the 2nd arrondisseemnt to (re)discover the best chicken wings by Business Insider.

Chardonnay, the roguish little brother of the Crus de Bourgogne

Opened right next door to its big sister Aux Crus de Bourgogne, Chardonnay is the Dumant family's latest offspring, the turbulent child version. A new bistro with no fuss, no muss, no fuss, featuring dishes with a French flair.

Accents Table Bourse, Ayumi Sugiyama's delicate starred restaurant

Delicacy, refinement and elegance are all terms that describe Accents Table Bourse, the first restaurant of Japanese pastry chef Ayumi Sugiyama, just a stone's throw from the Palais Brongniart, which has been awarded a Michelin star.

"Quinze.bis": the Gibert bookstore concept store in Paris

The historic Gibert bookstore chain, despite difficulties in recent years, is hoping to capitalize on the second-hand boom and is inventing new bookstore concepts with the opening of its "Quinze.bis" store from September 30, 2021 in Paris.