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Rivages, the discreet restaurant at the Scribe Paris Opera, is transforming into a seafood restaurant.

In the 9th arrondissement of Paris, the Rivages restaurant at the Sofitel Le Scribe Paris Opéra is revamping its entire menu in 2026 to focus on seafood and French coastal fishing. We’ve tested it, and here’s everything you need to know.

HOLI 2026 at the Jardin d'Acclimatation: India's festival of colors is back in Paris — the date.

The Jardin d’Acclimatation lights up in a thousand hues for the 7th edition of Holi, the famous Indian festival of colors. On May 31, 2026, the must-attend spring event returns, offering artisan workshops, Indian food trucks, live performances, and a splash of pigment.

Free evening hours at the Bourse de Commerce: book your tickets for Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Want to visit the Bourse de Commerce’s collections? Take advantage of the free late opening, held on the first Saturday of each month, to discover this essential art venue in Paris. The next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, May 2, 2026.

Martin Schongauer: The Beau Martin painting exhibition at the Louvre Museum, photos

Discover Martin Schongauer, a German painter from the Middle Ages whose talent has endured through the centuries. The Louvre Museum is staging a retrospective devoted to this "Bel immortel," from April 8 to July 20, 2026.

Yvelines: The Templar Commandery and its historic chapel reinvented as the Digital City

In Élancourt, in the Yvelines, the Commandery of the Templars of La Villedieu has weathered the centuries, reinventing itself as a true digital hub, set between a listed medieval chapel, free exhibitions, and innovative tools for everyone.

Marilyn Monroe, a centenary celebration! The Hollywood icon is in the spotlight in an exhibition at the Cinémathèque.

The Cinémathèque marks the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth with a commemorative exhibition honoring the cinema icon. The star's legacy will be showcased from April 8 to July 26, 2026.

Hanami at Parc de Sceaux 2026, the program and free-access activities - photos and video

Hanami, the famed cherry blossom festival, returns this season to the Domaine de Sceaux in the Hauts-de-Seine, from April 4 to 19, 2026. This year, note that you must reserve to access the lawns. That won’t stop you from admiring the blossoms along the avenues and from the viewing platform that overlooks the trees. We unveil the program available throughout the estate.

Cone, the Saint-Michel counter serving coffee- and chocolate-flavored ice cream cones

Cone, that’s the name of this tiny coffee counter in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, just outside the Saint-Germain-des-Prés metro exit, where you can sip a cappuccino or hot chocolate from an artisanal cone. We tried it, and here’s the full story.

Easter holidays: Experience an unforgettable VR adventure at the Eiffel Tower!

Discover the immersive virtual reality tour of the Eiffel Tower, brought to you by Viality Tour. Step back in time to experience the construction and grand unveiling of the Iron Lady during the 1889 Universal Exposition. And as a special bonus, we’ve got a promo code just for you!

AccroCamp Boucles de Seine: nature tree climbing on the Ile de Loisirs de Moisson (78)

AccroCamp runs a treetop adventure park within the Boucles de Seine leisure complex, a recreation space between Giverny and Mantes-la-Jolie. Nestled in the forest, come scramble and swing through the air, safely, in a protected natural area with breathtaking views. Reopening slated for early April 2026!

AccroCamp Rueil, the accrobranche in Rueil-Malmaison (92)

AccroCamp is a chain of treetop adventure courses on the doorstep of Paris, notably in Rueil-Malmaison. In a patch of woods, Accrocamp invites you to scramble through the trees on routes that are incredibly safe and accessible from age 3. Giant trampolines, zip lines that pack a punch, and a leap into the void from 15 meters up—these are the challenges waiting for you and your little ones. The good news is that after a short winter shutdown, Accrocamp reopens in early February to welcome families and friends!

Mazarin and the Guardians of the Secret: the National Library of France's new immersive game

As the holidays approach, the National Library of France offers an original way to discover the Richelieu site: an immersive game set in the heart of its iconic spaces.

The AccroCamp Créteil 94 accrobranche, for tree-climbing on the Ile de Loisirs.

Climbing at the Créteil leisure base, just a stone's throw from its wave pool, is possible. Indeed, Accrocamp offers an adventure course to delight all the little and big adventurers you are. Whether you're into a giant zipline or a safe trampoline mode, this is a wonderful outdoor setup to entertain you. Reopening is planned for early 2026 after a winter closure.

Bohem Sacré-Cœur: the charming little Art Deco hotel at the foot of Montmartre Hill

At the foot of the Butte Montmartre, the Bohem Sacré-Cœur Hotel revives a legendary address steeped in memory. This 48-room boutique hotel reinterprets the spirit of artist houses with Art Deco elegance. A charming stopover, where the neighborhood’s bohemian soul regains its noble standing.

Andrea Bocelli in concert at Paris' Accor Arena in April 2026 — reviews and photos

Four years after his appearance at this iconic Paris venue, the world-renowned singer Andrea Bocelli is set to return to Paris' Accor Arena on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. It will be a chance to experience his impressive repertoire live, performed by the Italian tenor. Our verdict is at the bottom of the article.

Eggxtraordinaire: a free, offbeat and foodie exhibition you won’t want to miss in the Marais

An exhibition unlike any other to discover during Easter time. From April 3 to May 3, 2026, at Galerie Joseph, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and artists explore the egg and its symbols with the free exhibition Eggxtraordinaire. An offbeat event you simply have to see!

Osabaita, a friendly Basque restaurant blending tapas and traditional dishes in the 6th arrondissement.

In the 6th arrondissement, Osabaita serves hearty Basque fare, blending shareable tapas with traditional dishes. A welcoming spot, faithful to the produce and values of the Southwest.

France Miniature: 2026 programme, attractions and new features at the family park in Yvelines

If you dream of touring France in a single day while keeping the kids entertained with a lineup of attractions, don’t hesitate—France Miniature is for you. Come explore the country at a child’s scale, near Élancourt in the Yvelines. Reopening scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026.

Just steps from the Louvre, Solaria, a discreet coffee shop with comforting pastries.

Calling all sugar lovers, in the heart of Paris’s 1st arrondissement, here’s a gourmand coffee-hop where you can savor pastries and comforting drinks, all in a laid-back, on-trend setting.

The Underground Extatiques: an introspective artistic journey beneath the Grand Arche of La Défense

Venture into the hidden tunnels beneath Paris's La Défense, usually closed to the public, to encounter the Extatiques, a meditative art experience running from April 3 to 26, 2026.