Walks and theme parks

Paris’s Aquaboulevard unveils a magical Christmas experience at affordable prices

As the holiday season approaches, Paris’s Aquaboulevard invites visitors of all ages to experience the magic of Christmas with an exclusive offer available throughout the winter break. During any visit from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026, enjoy special rates of €12 for children and €25 for adults (reservation link included in the article).

Magical Christmas at Parc Astérix 2025-2026: Ice Rink, Christmas Market, and Winter Wonders

The Parc Astérix is once again celebrating the magic of Christmas during the holiday season, from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Visitors can look forward to a brand-new outdoor ice rink, a delicious Christmas market expanded into the Viking-themed zone, Obelix’s thrilling slide, a sparkling light parade, and enchanting shows designed for the whole family.

Paris Center Pedestrian Zone: car-free day in the first four arrondissements this Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Once a month, Paris Respire! In addition to the Champs-Elysées, the first four arrondissements go green and car-free, banning motor vehicles for one day. The next event is on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Ready for a nice walk?

Champs-Élysées pedestrianized: car-free day this Sunday on the avenue!

The Champs-Élysées is pedestrianized one Sunday per month throughout the year! This is an opportunity to discover the most beautiful avenue in the world in a different way and take a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe without any cars to spoil the picture. The next event will take place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, during Heritage Days!

Contes et Histoires 2025 at the Château de Maisons: royal entertainment in Maisons-Laffitte

The Château de Maisons in Maisons-Laffitte is offering workshops and fun activities during this new edition of Contes et Histoires, running from December 20, 2025, to January 4, 2026. This program is sure to delight families during the Christmas holidays in the Yvelines!

Contes et Histoires 2025: stories brought to life in a show at the Château de Rambouillet

The Château de Rambouillet is participating in the latest edition of the Contes et Histoires event. On January 3, 2026, the monument will offer a magical and entertaining program for families during the Christmas holidays. Book now!

Christmas 2025: an ice rink on the outskirts of Paris, in Vincennes (94)

Get your skates on! This Christmas 2025, Vincennes is delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice rink on the esplanade of the Town Hall. See you there from December 5, 2025, to January 4, 2026!

Contes et Histoires 2025: a fun investigation and storytelling tour at the Villa Savoye in Poissy (78)

For the 2025 edition of Tales and Stories in National Monuments, head to the Villa Savoye in Poissy: this cultural venue offers wonderful family activities during the Christmas holidays! Take part on December 20 and 21, 2025, and January 2 and 4, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: enchanting activities for everyone at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne

During the Christmas holidays, the Château de Champs-sur-Marne will host the Contes et Histoires 2025 event: from December 22, 2025, to January 2, 2026, discover this treasure of French heritage through magical, family-friendly activities.

Contes et Histoires 2025: take a trip around the world of storytelling at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud

Through the 2025 edition of Contes et Histoires, the Domaine de Saint-Cloud invites young and old alike to discover new cultures during the Christmas holidays! Here is the program of events awaiting you from December 22, 2025, to January 3, 2026.

Discover Printemps Haussmann's 2025 Christmas window displays, specially designed for New York and inaugurated by Diane Kruger.

Printemps Haussmann is celebrating Christmas 2025 with a New York theme. A transatlantic crossing led by a merry band of dogs can be seen on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th arrondissement. Come and feast your eyes from November 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: travel to the courtyard of wonders at the Château de Vincennes

For the 2025 edition of the Contes et Histoires event, the Château de Vincennes invites young and old alike to enjoy a magical and fun-filled holiday from December 20, 2025, to January 5, 2026.

Contes et Histoires 2025: a mysterious theatrical tour at the Maison des Jardies

For the 2025 Christmas holidays, the Maison de Jardies, located in Sèvres (92), is offering original tours for the whole family from January 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the Contes et Histoires event organized by Monuments Nationaux. Reserve your spots now.

Discovering the popular beliefs of Paris

A fountain that promises fidelity, a tomb that grants wishes or an evil rock... Paris is also a capital marked by popular beliefs and urban legends that have left their mark on its history. Here are some of the most surprising.

Zoo Safari de Thoiry: what's new?

The Thoiry ZooSafari continues to innovate, and it's not over yet, with major projects in the pipeline for the next few years. Between the new lodges, the light trail, the green vehicle safaris, the new arrivals and the births, the Thoiry Zoo has some great discoveries in store for us.

Halloween at Nigloland 2025: Nigloween returns to thrill you

Nigloland amusement park in the Aube region of France transforms its decor for Halloween 2025. Nigloween takes place from October 4 to November 11, with entertainment, spellbinding shows and night-time fireworks to celebrate this unmissable season.

Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a Medieval Treasure in Ile-de-France

Available all year round, the Château de la Madeleine in Chevreuse, a medieval jewel in the Ile-de-France region, invites you to immerse yourself in history.

Cétautomatix at Parc Astérix: the new thrill ride finally opens to the public

Parc Astérix never stops innovating. After a number of exciting new features to celebrate its 35th anniversary, a new attraction is due to open in 2025: a Spinning Coaster-style roller coaster that's sure to be a hit with visitors. Initially scheduled for mid-May, the new ride was finally inaugurated on August 18!

Sherwood Parc: family adventure park with tree climbing and zip lines, in Val-d'Oise, France

Accrobranche, paintball, archery... With over 25 activities on 15 hectares in the Parc Régional de l'Oise, Sherwood Parc is France's largest activity park. With family or friends, it's the perfect fun and sporting outing, less than an hour from Paris.

30 unusual or little-known places to discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region this summer 2025

Why not take the opportunity this summer to discover the treasures of the Île-de-France region? Paris may be one of the world's most beautiful cities, but the surrounding region also boasts a rich heritage and a host of unusual nuggets! Here's a roundup of original spots in the Paris region!