Tourism ile de france - activities

The People Nation, a low-budget hostel with an unbeatable rooftop in Paris

Looking for a new-generation youth hostel or simply a rooftop bar-restaurant with a sublime view over Paris? Let's check out The People's second hostel, set up on Place de la Nation, right outside the metro station.

Tourism: where can you leave your luggage in Paris for a relaxing visit?

Visiting Paris with a suitcase or large bags in tow can quickly turn into a nightmare. To keep your hands free and enjoy your stay, here are a few addresses where you can safely leave your luggage.

Paris: find out how busy swimming pools, libraries and museums are in real time

After being able to find out how busy the metro is in real time on an app, it's now possible to find out how busy swimming pools are - a handy feature in hot weather - and Paris museums, and even libraries!

Véloscénie, the cycling route from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel, accessible to all

Have you heard of the Véloscénie? This 450 km cycling itinerary takes us from Paris to Mont Saint-Michel, passing through some of the world's most beautiful monuments, five of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the charming Vallée de Chevreuse through the Perche to the Normandy bocage, it's a real treat for the whole family.

6 Unesco World Heritage sites to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Do you know the Unesco World Heritage sites in the Paris region? We reveal 6 jewels to discover in Paris and the Paris region that are well worth the detour.

Tourism: museums open on Tuesdays in Paris

A lot of national museums are closed on Tuesdays, but most of them remain open. Make sure you have checked if the exhibition you want to see is open to the public before you come!

France's oldest animal cemetery at Asnières-sur-Seine (92)

Did you know? France's oldest pet cemetery is just a metro ride from Paris. This is the dog cemetery in the town of Asnières-sur-Seine. Here lie some of history's most famous animals, as well as others, anonymous and beloved.

Paris: the most unsafe places for tourists in the city

This summer, as lots of tourists and foreigners are in Paris, the Police Prefecture set up a special plan in very unsafe places in order to fight against delinquency.

What is the Paris syndrome causing the disappointment of plenty of tourists?

Have you been to Paris and left disappointed? This is called the Paris syndrome, and it is felt by foreign tourists coming to the capital city and realizing their stay has not been up to their expectations.

Covid: EU to allow vaccinated U.S. tourists to visit this summer

In an interview with New York Times, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Covid-19 vaccinated U.S. tourists will be allowed to visit the 27 EU countries this summer.

Tourism: France resists to the coronavirus shock wave but the international incomes drop

This Wednesday September 16, the government has presented the assessment on the 2020 tourist season in France, and results are mixed. Even though tourism is experiencing a recovery “better than expected” in France, internationally, tourist losses are unfathomable. All in all, the global touristic incomes are estimated between 50 and 60 billion euros.

Coronavirus: French tourism records at least 30 to 40 billion-euro loss

Because of coronavirus, French tourism has been struggling and facing considerable loss. According to secretary of state for tourism Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne, “the immediate impact of the epidemic costs at least 30 to 40 billion euros”.

Tourism recovery scheme disclosed by Edouard Philippe

The government is working on a Marshall plan, an aid and recovery scheme to support the tourism sector, hit by coronavirus and confinement. It has been disclosed this Thursday May 14th.

Coronavirus: Paris’ strategy to boost tourism after confinement

Amid the health crisis, the capital of tourism is left by visitors. Paris and its touristic players are already planning the post-confinement relaunch plan in order to save one of the economic sectors the most impacted by the coronavirus epidemic. Here is some food for thoughts.

Tourist numbers record in 2018 in Paris

In Paris, tourists numbers hits record high for 2018.