Sorbonne district - activities

Night at the Pantheon 2023: unusual tours by torchlight

La Nuit au Panthéon returns to Paris from December 6, 2023 to January 24, 2024 for 6 thrilling nocturnal tours. On the program? Torchlight tours of the legendary Parisian monument, from the nave to the crypt!

The Killer: where in Paris was David Fincher's film shot?

Shot discreetly on the streets of Paris in November 2021, the trailer for The Killer reveals the Latin Quarter as seen through the eyes of David Fincher.

Dare to be free, the Panthéon exhibition honoring those who fought against slavery

The Panthéon pays tribute to the great figures who stood up against slavery, with a groundbreaking exhibition. From November 9, 2023 to February 11, 2024, discover "Daring to be free".

Raphaël Barontini: a monumental installation at the Panthéon, our photos

Another carte blanche at the Panthéon! This time, the legendary Parisian monument welcomes Raphaël Barontini. From October 19, 2023 to February 11, 2024, the French visual artist will present a magnificent exhibition entitled "We Could be Heroes", created in situ and evoking the history and memory of the struggle against slavery.

The Musée de la Préfecture de Police, immerse yourself in history and police investigations

The Musée de la Préfecture de Police, nestled in the heart of the 5th arrondissement, invites visitors on a fascinating exploration of the history of the Paris police force from the 17th century to the present day. Available all year round, this historic treasure trove on rue de la Montagne Sainte-Geneviève unveils over 2,000 authentic and captivating works of art.

Did you know? You can watch the Earth rotate thanks to Foucault's pendulum in Paris.

Want to see the Earth spinning at the end of a wire? You're in luck, because two of Foucault's pendulums can be seen in Paris, in the heart of the Panthéon and the Musée des Arts et Métiers.

Little Red Riding Hood, the show to see with children at the Théâtre de la Huchette (5th arrondissement)

From November 6 to December 4, 2023, the Théâtre de la Huchette in Paris's 5th arrondissement presents Little Red Riding Hood, a family show revisiting the famous tale.

Voyage dans le cristal, the sparkling exhibition at the Musée de Cluny - our photos

A symbol of purity, a material of luxury: crystal has long fascinated civilizations. From September 26, 2023 to January 14, 2024, the Musée de Cluny invites us on a journey through crystal, in an astonishing exhibition.

Le Métro, our test of The Game's 100% Parisian escape game

The Game invites escape game fans to discover one of the most unusual rooms, Le Métro, at its two locations in Cardinal Lemoine and Saint-Michel, in Paris's 5th arrondissement. What makes it special? A real RATP metro carriage. The room won first prize in the Ile-de-France region at the Escape Game Awards 2023. Ready for an underground adventure?

Album Comics: the historic bookshop for comic book fans in the Latin Quarter - Photos and reportage

For over 20 years, Album Comics has been the reference address for all fans of American comics. Since 2021, the address has also had an annex dedicated to manga. To the delight of residents of the Latin Quarter.

La Mission Secrète: our test of The Game's most secret escape game in Paris

Escape game fans, here's something to surprise you! The Game, an escape game store in the heart of Paris, offers you a new kind of experience - so to speak - with its new room... Entitled "La Mission Secrète" (The Secret Mission), it invites you to discover it without knowing anything about it beforehand! No theme, no information about the mission... That's the big surprise. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it (spoiler-free)!

Blood donation: the list of exceptional and unusual blood drives in Parisian monuments

To mark World Blood Donor Day, come and donate blood throughout June 2023 in a number of Parisian monuments, for a good deed in unusual places like the Pantheon or the Parc des Princes!

Nuit Blanche 2023: an artistic immersion at the Church of Saint-Séverin

For Nuit Blanche 2023, the emblematic Église de Saint-Séverin opens its doors for a unique artistic experience. Discover this historic site in a new light, and let yourself be enchanted by an immersion in contemporary art in the heart of the Latin Quarter.

An animal night : an unusual and free concert of giant moles at the Pavillon de l'Arsenal

The band of giant moles Maulwürfe invites itself to the Pavillon de l'Arsenal in Paris on Saturday, June 3, 2023 for an unusual and free concert mixing electro and punk sounds.

Paris animal : the surprising free exhibition at the Pavillon de l'Arsenal, our photos

If you love the capital and four-legged animals, then head to the Pavillon de l'Arsenal to discover the surprising exhibition entitled "Paris animal, history and story of a living city". The opportunity to learn more about the mutual impact of this cohabitation between humans and animals in the capital.

A giant origami dragon is displayed on the Place du Panthéon in June

As part of the Quartier du livre festival, a giant dragon will be installed on the Place du Panthéon, from June 1 to 7, 2023. This monumental fresco will be accompanied by two giant glass origami sculptures, before flying away to other lands!

A huge Kilo Shop thrift store has opened in Paris!

Kilo Shop, the famous thrift store, opened a new 300 m2 boutique in the Saint-Michel district on April 7, 2023! Lovers of second hand clothes can discover a large selection of unique and quality clothes, sold by weight, in an ultra-vintage decor. A new good address for eco-responsible shopping in Paris!

Nollywood Week : discover Nigerian cinema in May at the Harlequin

You knew Hollywood and Bollywood, here is Nollywood! During the Nollywood Week, from May 11 to 14, 2023, the Nigerian cinema is honored at the cinema L'Arlequin. On the program: film screenings and meetings.

Antoine Moreau's concert in support of children's cancer

On March 20, at 8:30 pm, at the Grand Amphithéâtre de la Sorbonne, Antoine Moreau will perform a piano recital in support of Imagine for Margo.

February-March 2023 vacations at the Cluny Museum

The vacations are fast approaching: for the occasion, the Cluny Museum offers activities and guided or storytelling tours for you, families, and your youngest children!