Unusual activity guide - activities

Eternelle Notre-Dame: the historical immersive experience in virtual reality

Notre-Dame de Paris as you've never seen it before: discover the immersive virtual reality experience "Eternelle Notre-Dame". Offered at La Défense and on the cathedral's forecourt, this astonishing show plunges us into the heart of history.

Kids' Color Games, sports activities for children with color throwing in Meudon-la-forêt

On Sunday, June 18, 2023, go to Meudon-la-forêt, in the park of Tronchet all afternoon to participate in all kinds of activities and sporting and creative challenges for the little ones and the older ones. Get ready for strength and agility tests... what a great way to spend a crazy afternoon with your family!

Unusual: a visit to the apiaries of the Parc André Citroën, this Sunday, May 14, 2023

Did you know that? The André Citroën park does not have a farm with animals, or a stable with ponies, but another type of animal, slightly smaller: bees. And yes, there are beehives in this green place and we propose you a visit this Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Unusual: slip into the shoes of a street artist with this graffiti workshop

Street Art fan? How about going through the looking glass to express your creativity through graffiti? It's a good thing because in Paris, a collective offers you initiation workshops to put yourself in the shoes of a Street-artist. Its name? Graffiti Paris.

A guided tour around the manga universe, during the Easter vacations with children

Are your children fans of manga? Then take them to the Sainte-Anne district for a guided tour around Japanese culture during 1h30. Take your seats, we're leaving for Japan!

An unusual visit of the Chinese district in the 13th in family

Immersion guaranteed in the land of the Forbidden City during this guided tour to know everything about the Chinatown of Olympiades, in the 13th district. Discover the Chinese culture and the secrets of the largest Chinese district in Europe with your family and your children from 5 to 12 years old!

Decibel, the brand-new dance studio and club a stone's throw from Beaubourg

Just 200 meters from the Centre Georges Pompidou, on rue Quincampoix, Decibel recently opened with its dance workout classes, for a different kind of gym experience.

Sundays at the zoo with friends: an immersive sound walk to (re)discover the Zoological Park

On the occasion of the brand new season of the Parc Zoologique de Paris, on predators, all the activities and animations are redesigned on the zoo to offer you a brand new experience and especially, discover the big and small predators of the park. One Sunday a month, the Sundays at the zoo are dedicated to adults: it's time to come with friends to rediscover the Zoological Park around a really unusual walk.

The dome of Galeries Lafayette transformed into a rainbow with the work of Kimsooja

To Breathe is the name of the installation by Korean artist Kimsooja, which will be installed on the dome of the Galeries Lafayette Haussmann from April 14 to June 30, 2023. Dive into the in-between of the dome, the time of an immersive visit, in free or guided tours.

Unusual: A flock of sheep in transhumance at La Villette, Saturday, March 25, 2023

It is an animation that we are not used to see in Paris and yet, it promises a really unusual day, on the side of the 19th district, in the park of La Villette. A flock of 40 sheep will arrive in the park this Saturday, March 25, 2023, with a whole day of free animations on the program!

Wave In Paris: Indoor surfing in Paris!

How about surfing in the heart of Paris? The first indoor static wave sports complex awaits you in the capital's 15th arrondissement. A unique new venue, where you can experience unprecedented sliding sensations on flowboard and bodyboard boards, a mix of surf, snowboard and skateboard.

Roadmap, the confidential street-art exhibition of Colors Festival is back and gets bigger

While waiting for the return of the Colors Festival, the team relaunches Roadmap in a larger format, this confidential exhibition which presents 32 street-artists investing several apartments of Saint-Germain-des-Près, Paris 6th, from March 18 to April 16, 2023. Feel like an unusual visit?

Les Sales Voleurs, a new thrift shop with a heist feel in Paris' 20th arrondissement

A hidden thrift shop has arrived in Paris' 20th arrondissement! This new second-hand hot spot is sure to cause a stir in the capital, with its concept of unbeatable prices and weekly price reductions! Whether you're looking for clothes, linen or accessories, you'll be in for a treat!

Escape Forest: a 24-hour immersive adventure in the forest, one hour from Paris

Notice to adventurers in search of unusual experiences, here is an immersive game that will surprise you. On the program, a 24-hour expedition in the heart of a forest, one hour from Paris.

The Moulin Jaune and its remarkable gardens

Slava the Clown's Yellow Mill is an incredible place to discover. With its remarkable Alice in Wonderland-style garden, it's a unique spot that's a must-see. Please note, however, that it is only open for special events by prior arrangement.

A gourmet family cruise on the Seine, to get into carnival mode

During the vacations, embark with your family for a commented cruise (with snacks included) on the Seine and the Canal St Martin. Carnival obliges, feathers, boas and masks are part of this original outing to do with young and old!

Aerokart Argenteuil, an unusual spot with giant karting, indoor skydiving and laser game

For thrill-seekers in Argenteuil, Aerokart is an unusual spot guaranteed to get your adrenalin pumping. On the program: freefall in a wind tunnel, virtual reality laser game, escape game, not forgetting the giant indoor karting track.

L'Orfèvrerie, guided tour of the former Christofle factory and its artists & craftsmen's residence

L'Orfèvrerie is an astonishing place in the Paris region, famous for having housed the former Christofle factory. Temporarily converted into a residence for artists and craftsmen, this unusual spot still welcomes you for final visits before the launch of its rehabilitation project. An opportunity not to be missed.

Cancellation: the skating rink perched on the roof of the Tour Montparnasse will not be returning after all

The Paris Montparnasse Observatory has announced in a press release that Paris's highest skating rink will not be returning to the top of the Tour Montparnasse after all. The statement cited "reasons beyond the control" of the Observatoire.

A fun music concert to attend in a hotel particulier in Paris 16th arrondissement

An association was recently created at Sourire de Passy, a hotel particulier in Paris 16th arrondissement, Sourire Music, to promote and support classic musicians debuting their careers. This February 4, come and listen to these young talents for a moment untouched by time in a very unusual place!