Unusual activity guide - activities

Les bals de l'Hôtel de la Marine: a magical event to the rhythm of music from centuries gone by

Take a step back in time, and attend a 19th-century ball, with the magical evenings organized once a month at the Hôtel de la Marine.

Unusual: a visit to the heart of the only bakery in a container in Île-de-France, at 6b (93)

On the banks of the Saint-Denis canal, 6b is a large building in the heart of a brownfield site. This is where Sébastien Lefrançois, a baker like no other, opened his bakery... in a container.

Yoga and guided meditation at the Musée Jean-Jacques Henner one Saturday a month

Come and enjoy an exceptional moment of artistic relaxation during yoga and guided meditation classes in the halls of the Jean-Jacques Henner Museum, one Saturday a month from January to June 2024.

Discover Téliane en famille, a dairy donkey farm in Chennevières-sur-Marne (94)

Donkeys in Paris? Yes, they do exist, just a little further away from the capital, and it's a farm of dairy donkeys, designed to produce milk for artisanal cosmetics, that you're invited to visit in the Val-de-Marne.

The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital

Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days.

Ice rink and giant toboggan run at the Saint-Denis Christmas market, in front of the basilica

For the festive season, what could be better than a trip to the Christmas market? Between mulled wine and chocolate, waffles and other comforting treats, you'll be able to put on your skates on the ice rink set up especially for the occasion!

India in Paris: family immersion on a guided tour of the 18th arrondissement's Indian quarter

If we told you that a one-way ticket to the world's most populous country was possible from Paris, with just a Navigo pass, would you believe us? In any case, that's what guide Raphaëlle Gras proves with her family tours of the 18th arrondissement, offered on Wednesdays and weekends.

French Beerpong Championship at the heart of the Foire de Paris, Porte de Versailles

In France, there are championships for everything, including beerpong, the American drinking game that involves a ping-pong ball, glasses and rarely sober participants. Try to win the French Championship, on May 4 and 5, 2024, at the Foire de Paris!

Visit the Monnaie de Paris by torchlight on a unique guided tour!

Like everyone else, you may have visited La Monnaie de Paris by day. Now, the institution invites you to explore behind-the-scenes at night, by torchlight... Shh, it's time for an exceptional visit!

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!

Unusual: climb aboard Santa's steam train near Provins (77)

In Longueville, not far from Provins, in the Seine-et-Marne region, the story goes that the steam train of a tall man in red clothes and with a very white beard arrived at the village station. Just 7 kilometers from Provins, this steam train promises an enchanting afternoon, don't you agree?

L'Autruche rieuse, an ostrich farm to visit with the whole family, near Montereau-Fault-Yonne (77)

In the Seine-et-Marne region, in the small village of Montmachoux, there's a farm that's going out of business. Here, you won't find chickens, sheep or rabbits, but rather ostriches! Visits resume on April 1, 2024.

New Year's Eve party 2024 in Paris: the original plan at BAM Karaoke

In search of an unusual plan for New Year's Eve in Paris! How about breaking your voice? Head to BAM Karaoke to welcome 2024 by singing your favorite sounds!

La Nuit des Poilus, an exceptional evening at the Social Bar to celebrate the 11th of November (and the poilus people).

This Saturday, November 11, 2023, to commemorate the Armistice of the First World War, the Social Bar is - once again - playing the conviviality card with an exceptional evening celebrating the Poilus, in reference to the French soldiers who were nicknamed as such during the 14-18 war.

Iconic Selfie Studio: a colorful ephemeral museum for taking your best photos in Paris

From October 21, 2023 to January 14, 2024, take advantage of the Iconic Selfie Studio to have fun with friends and take your best self-portraits.

Take part in a choreographed transhumance with sheep, 20 minutes from Paris

On Sunday November 26, 2023, get ready to witness an event as unusual as it is unprecedented in the Paris region: from Fontenay-sous-Bois to Romainville, take part in a great sheep transhumance.

Les Heures Joyeuses: the early-morning dance and gym concept at La Felicità

Forget endless evenings - try festive mornings, to wake up to music and dance, and get the day off to a good, energetic start! Head to La Felicità at 10 a.m. for two Happy Hours!

Paris Sausage Walk 2023: the dachshund walk returns to the capital for a good cause!

The "Paris Sausage Walk" is back on November 19, 2023 for its 4th edition in the capital! The program? An XXL walk in the company of our friends the dachshunds, more commonly known as sausages on legs, in support of the "Dachshunds without sweet homes" association. Cuteness level at its maximum!

Special offers: free mountain immersion from Ground Control, November 17-19

From November 17 to 19, 2023, come to Ground Control for a one-way trip to the snowy peaks and ski slopes. On the program? Immersive entertainment, mountain street-food and special evenings!

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2023-2024, the lantern festival plunges us into Asia - our photos

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages returns from October 29, 2023 to March 11, 2024, with a new, even more enchanting itinerary. This year, almost 500 new Chinese lanterns will illuminate the gardens of the Château de Thoiry for a magical stroll in the heart of nature, with Asia as the theme.