Paris 6 - activities

Did you know? This fountain near the Jardin du Luxembourg represents only 4 continents.

Just off the Jardin du Luxembourg, in the Jardin des Grands Explorateurs, is a grandiose fountain by Napoleon III's sculptor. It represents four women carrying the world, allegories of the continents, but one is missing... find out why!

Good plan: massive destocking of ultra-fun socks, adults and children, in Paris - last few days

Fans of socks will be delighted to learn that Happy Socks is organizing a major destocking of its colorful and fun collections in Paris! Visit the brand's boutique in Saint-Germain-des-Prés from March 20 to 24, 2024, to get your hands on some toe-tapping nuggets!

The Tiepolos: our photos of the exhibition at the Beaux-Arts de Paris

Something to delight art lovers... Les Beaux-Arts de Paris invites you to discover its latest exhibition, entitled Tiepolo: Invention and Virtuosity in Venice, from March 22 to June 30, 2024. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Giambattista Tiepolo and his sons, through an exceptional collection of drawings and etchings celebrating the Venetian artistic genius of the 18th century.

Claire Chazal: Ma bibliothèque idéale at the Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse

Claire Chazal, in Ma bibliothèque idéale, reads every Monday from March 25 to July 1 2024 at the Théâtre de Poche-Montparnasse. She shares her literary favorites during a reading session.

Paris, Coeur de Lumières: take part in the future immersive show at Saint-Sulpice church!

Are you ready for an unforgettable experience? The team behind the immersive show "Paris, Coeur de Lumières: le roman de Saint-Sulpice" is still looking for 150 volunteers to take part in a great adventure. Extras, costume designers, receptionists, a casting call is scheduled for April 2024 to take part in the big show in October 2024 in the church of Saint-Sulpice. Registration now open!

Easter 2024 Whale and Humpback Egg from the Lutetia Paris by Nicolas Guercio, with surprising iodized chocolate

Looking for the most exceptional Easter 2024 chocolates in Paris? Head for the Hôtel Lutetia, where you'll find the surprising collection of land-sea chocolates created by head pastry chef Nicolas Guercio: an Oeuf Signature Baleine à Bosse with iodized notes and a trio of Baleineaux for little sailors!

Easter 2024: l'Oeuf Poussin, a collection of paradox chocolates from Pierre Hermé

Which came first, the egg or the hen? Plunge into the heart of this paradox with Pierre Hermé's new Easter collection and discover astonishing chocolate creations this spring.

In Miyazaki's dreams: a concert in the clouds at MPAA/Saint-Germain

This spring, the melodies of Hayao Miyazaki's films will resound in the small MPAA/Saint-Germain hall in Paris's 6th arrondissement, thanks to the Izanami duo formed by Marie Ishii and Guillaume Masson.

Match, design and sport: a behind-the-scenes look at sport at the Musée du Luxembourg

Victory sometimes comes down to a few things... Like a well-designed shoe. The Musée du Luxembourg looks at the links between sport and design, with the exhibition "Match", on view from March 13 to August 11, 2024.

Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024 at the Jardin du Luxembourg: guided tour of the park

Everyone knows the Jardin du Luxembourg, but do you know its flora? No ? Then, on the occasion of the Rendez-vous aux Jardins 2024, the Jardin du Luxembourg invites you for guided tours on June 1 and 2. Don't hesitate to visit the garden for this instructive stroll!

La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels: an anachronistic wine bar in Paris

La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels is a timeless wine bar in the Latin Quarter, just a stone's throw from the Marché Saint-Germain. Here, you'll discover a passionate address that caters for all budgets, while bringing together Parisians of today and yesteryear in the love of oenology.

La Poissonnerie Viot, the ice-free fishmonger with a fresh fish table

Poissonnerie Viot, located in Austin du Marché Saint-Germain, Paris, is a fishmonger like no other. It's a fishmonger's without ice, for ecological reasons but also so as not to alter the taste of the fish. And you can even enjoy 100% fresh fish dishes.

Treize au Jardin, the hybrid tea room just a stone's throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg

How about a gourmet tearoom a stone's throw from the Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris? We take you to Treize au Jardin, a picturesque address where you can enjoy sweet and savoury treats concocted from organic produce.

Ingres et Delacroix, objets d'artistes: a new exhibition from the Musée Delacroix

The Musée Delacroix brings Ingres and Delacroix face-to-face, in an exhibition that lifts the veil on the artists' intimacy. On view from March 20 to June 10, 2024.

Salon du Livre Africain de Paris: book signings and conferences in the 6th arrondissement

On the weekend of March 15 to 17, 2024, the third edition of the Salon du Livre Africain de Paris will be held in the town hall of the 6th arrondissement. An opportunity to discover the richness of the continent's literature!

Le Procope: rediscover Paris' oldest café

Do you know Procope, the oldest Café in Paris? It's undoubtedly one of the capital's finest restaurants, listed as a Monument Historique. We'll take you through its history, its menu and what's new to discover.

La Monnaie de Paris: an unusual cultural and historical institution in Paris

Do you know how coins are made in France? Come and find out by visiting the Monnaie de Paris, the institution that teaches us more about the history of silver and the minting of medals, in a place steeped in history.

"Cinderella" at Lucernaire: an innovative family show revisited in manga style

Cinderella revisited in manga, a family show accessible from age 5, to be discovered at Le Lucernaire in Paris until March 24, 2024.

Jazz à Saint-Germain-des-Prés 2024 Festival: Stacey Kent, Shani Diluka... the program

The Festival Jazz à Saint-Germain-des-Prés is back in Paris from May 13 to 20, 2024, with a new and 23rd edition packed with concerts and very jazzy discoveries! On the program? Stacey Kent, Shani Diluka and Fred Hersch.

Le Procope unveils its tea room, where good coffee, pastries, ice creams and liqueurs go hand in hand.

Le Procope, the oldest café in Paris, is renewing itself and unveiling new spaces. In fact, the establishment is expanding and now offers a separate, elegantly decorated coffee lounge where you can relax from midday to midnight. Here, you can enjoy good coffee, gourmet pastries and generous ice creams, as well as savoury à la carte dishes, in a cosy atmosphere.