Place vendôme district - activities

La Bûche Père Noël du Ritz Paris le Comptoir 2024 and other festive creations by François Perret

For the end of 2024, the Ritz Paris Le Comptoir and its pastry chef François Perret unveil a festive collection blending creativity and elegance. On the program: gourmet creations designed to enhance the festive season with a touch of magic. Available now, they invite you to rediscover the pleasures of Christmas through unique flavors and designs.

Château Voltaire: an intimate hotel in the heart of Paris's 1st arrondissement

The Château Voltaire, nestled at 55 rue Saint-Roch, between the Opéra Garnier and the Jardin des Tuileries, epitomizes a discreet, refined 5-star hotel. Designed by Zadig & Voltaire founder Thierry Gillier, and sublimated by architectural duo Festen, this establishment blends the historic charm of three buildings from the XVIIᵉ and XVIIIᵉ centuries with elegant modernity.

L'Émil, the authentic Parisian brasserie Paris 1er

We're off to Paris's 1st arrondissement to discover Brasserie Émil, a typical Parisian restaurant with an art deco decor, which treats us all day long to delicious French dishes.

Ecole Ritz Escoffier cooking classes, Christmas logs and festive dishes 2024

How about learning how to make the best Yule logs? Between cooking classes and pastry-making, we'll let ourselves be seduced by this extraordinary moment in the very heart of the grand hotel's kitchens.

Art Basel Paris 2024: giant mushrooms decorate Place Vendôme - our photos

Art is everywhere in Paris, even on Place Vendôme! For the Art Basel Paris fair, from October 11 to November 24, 2024, artist Carsten Höller is transforming the landscape with an original installation, to be discovered free of charge in the open air.

The Art of Lifewear Science: UNIQLO's free exhibition at Place Vendôme

UNIQLO celebrates its 40th anniversary with a unique immersive experience! From October 1 to 5, 2024, visit the Pavillon Vendôme to discover the free exhibition The Art and Science of Lifewear, where XXL interactive installations reveal the advances in textile technology made by the famous Japanese fashion brand.

Octobre Rose 2024: the free show on Place Vendôme in Paris on video

To mark the launch of Pink October, breast cancer awareness month, the Ruban Rose association unveiled a free show on Place Vendôme, where the column was illuminated in pink for the occasion, on Monday September 30, 2024.

Octobre Rose 2024: The Eiffel Tower and three other Parisian landmarks lit up in pink, the images

The Eiffel Tower and three other iconic monuments in the capital were decked out in pink this Monday, September 30, 2024, to mark the launch of Pink October. This was an opportunity to raise awareness of breast cancer, before a month of fund-raising events. A free show was also staged at Place Vendôme.

Christmas chocolates and 2024 Advent calendar from Edwart Chocolatier

For Christmas 2024, Edwart Chocolatier Paris is unveiling the cutest collection based on the figure of the penguin!

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the Ministry of Justice opens its doors to you

To mark the Journées du Patrimoine, the Ministry of Justice is opening the doors of the Hôtel de Bourvallais on Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024. During a free and exceptional visit, you can discover the office of the Minister of Justice.

Heritage Days 2024 in Paris: the Maison Boucheron - Hôtel de Nocé reveals its secrets

For the 41st edition of the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris, jeweler Boucheron invites you to discover its historic boutique-workshop on Place Vendôme. Tours are organized for the weekend of September 21-22, 2024.

Maison Explicit, the NARS beauty pop-up in a mansion on Place Vendôme - last day

Place Vendôme turns red for the opening of Maison Explicit, NARS' immersive beauty pop-up. From September 14 to 15, 2024, the make-up brand takes up residence in the Hôtel d'Évreux to unveil its brand-new lipstick through ultra-glamorous sensory and interactive installations.

Ikea Madeleine now closed, opening of Ikea Italia 2

Ikea Paris had announced the closure of its La Madeleine store and its move to the Italie Deux shopping center in the 13th arrondissement. Now it's done: Ikea has closed its store in the first arrondissement and is opening one in the 13th.

Journées du Patrimoine 2024 at Tour Chicago, one of Paris's first skyscrapers!

For the Journées du Patrimoine 2024 in Paris this weekend of September 21 and 22, 2024, we're taking you on a tour of one of the capital's first skyscrapers: the Chicago Tower. This unusual building, invisible from the public highway, reveals its secrets thanks to tours organized by the Cour des Comptes.

Gourmet street food at Le Meurice for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

During the Paris Olympic Games, the palatial Le Meurice is offering ephemeral street food until August 11. Right next to the Olympic cauldron, enjoy a practical and refined gourmet basket. A delicious break!

Paris 2024 Olympic Games: HIWY GAME at the UAE Olympic House

To mark the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the UAE Olympic House is offering a unique immersive experience with the HIWY Game, developed by multimedia studio Moment Factory, from July 27 to August 11. Immerse yourself in an interactive adventure celebrating the culture and traditions of the United Arab Emirates through innovative games.

The United Arab Emirates' Olympic House arrives in Paris for the 2024 Olympics

On the occasion of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, several foreign delegations are landing in the capital to share the cultures of their respective countries. This time, we're heading for the United Arab Emirates' Olympic House, which is opening its doors free of charge just a stone's throw from Place de la Concorde.

Heritage Days 2024 at the Cour des Comptes: tours and events

The Journées du Patrimoine (Heritage Days) return to Paris and the Île-de-France region this weekend, September 21 and 22, 2024! This is your chance to discover the secrets of the capital's major institutions, including the Cour des Comptes, which is unveiling an exciting program of visits and events.

EBIS: a restaurant where Taiwan and Japan meet

Discover Ebis, an Asian restaurant offering cuisine inspired by Taiwanese and Japanese specialties. Reserve your table now to discover this restaurant in the 1st arrondissement.

The Burgundy's hidden terrace, a nugget for lunch in the heart of the 8th arrondissement

The Patio du Charles at the Burgundy Paris is in summer mode, with a summer terrace. It's a verdant, quiet, confidential terrace where we're delighted to sample the cuisine of chef Anthony Denon and pastry chef L'éandre Vivier. We'll take you there!