What to do in january

The Retro-Gaming Museum, for fans of vintage video games and pinball machines

From the beginnings of video games to today's latest consoles, come and discover the history of retro-gaming and, above all, try your hand at different consoles and pinball machines!

Hôtel Victoria in Fontainebleau, a character residence for a stay in the countryside

We're off to Fontainebleau to introduce you to the Hôtel Victoria, which invites you to stay in a complex of two bourgeois mansions steeped in history and linked by a charming private park. Just a five-minute walk from the town center, the Château and the forest, this hotel offers a peaceful, refined setting for a getaway at the gateway to Paris, in the Seine-et-Marne region.

Guided tour of Hôtel de la Païva, a mysterious residence with erotic decorations

The Champs-Elysées harbor many secrets, including the home of the Marquise de la Païva, a former courtesan who had an opulent mansion built, also known as the "Louvre of the ass"... Coming for a visit?

The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument

The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.

Fontainebleau: La Demeure Les Aiglons, a charming setting with swimming pool and spa

Looking for a charming bed & breakfast just a stone's throw from the Château de Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne (77)? We've tested Demeure Les Aiglons, a treasure trove of spacious rooms with swimming pool and SPA, perfect for a stay between heritage and forest.

Meïda, chef Mohamed Cheikh's Mediterranean-influenced brasserie in Saint-Ouen

In September, chef Mohamed Cheikh officially set up shop in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, opening Meïda, the brasserie that brings the Mediterranean to Paris (well, right next door).

Cocoricains, finally a quality American bistro in Paris!

At last! The real American bistro that Paris has been waiting for is Cocoricains, an ebullient address a stone's throw from the Grands Boulevards, run by two Franco-American friends.

Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace: discover Simupilote and the basics of flying

From February 18, 2025, the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace is offering a new platform for experimentation within the museum: it's called Simupilote, and it lets everyone slip into the shoes of an airline pilot (for real)!

The Opéra Garnier in Paris, one of the capital's most beautiful monuments

The Opéra Garnier is one of Paris's must-see monuments. Designed by architect Charles Garnier, this eclectic palace attracts ballet fans and history buffs alike.

Hôtel Filigrane, an elegant, contemporary boutique hotel near the Bourse

Hôtel Filigrane is the elegant, contemporary new boutique hotel just a stone's throw from the Bourse in the 2nd arrondissement.

FRAME restaurant at the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel, awakened by Alexandre Willaume's creative cuisine

At the foot of the Eiffel Tower, the FRAME restaurant at the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel is being transformed under the direction of its new chef Alexandre Willaume, who likes to offer creative, modern and committed cuisine. We'll take you on a tour of his skilfully composed dishes, which give pride of place to plants.

Groot, a delicious street-food pie shop from Top Chefs Hugo Riboulet & Albane Auvray

Top Chef 2023 winner Hugo Riboulet opens Groot, a street-food restaurant based around pies, in the company of his former teammate and friend Albane Auvray. Comfort and indulgence are the order of the day!

Benoit Paris, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred bistro at Les Halles

A landmark for bon vivants since 1912 in the 1st arrondissement, Alain Ducasse's Michelin-starred Benoit Paris restaurant plunges us into the Paris of yesteryear with delight.

Des chevaux et des hommes: the touching exhibition at the Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux

The Musée de la Grande Guerre in Meaux looks at the place and fate of horses in war, in an exhibition on view from April 12, 2025 to January 5, 2026.

Boni's: the New York-style pizza restaurant by the slice

Nestled in Paris's 2nd arrondissement, Boni's offers New York-style pizza by the slice. Here, you can sit down quickly or take away, then try one of the restaurant's four recipes, or create your own custom slice for the more daring!

The City of Paris takes up the fight against road traffic noise pollution

Just in: the Paris City Council has allocated 20,000 euros to study noise pollution, at the instigation of Anne Hildago. The budget will enable a study of noise pollution to be carried out using active radars as early as summer 2025.

Did you know? The Théâtre Municipal de Fontainebleau is one of the most beautiful Italian-style theaters in the Ile-de-France region.

Do you know the Théâtre Municipal de Fontainebleau? This jewel in the Seine-et-Marne region boasts one of the few Italian-style theaters in the Ile-de-France region. We take you on a tour of its treasures and history.

Centenary of the 1925 Decorative Arts Exhibition: a historic return to the Musée des Arts Décoratifs

The Musée des Arts Décoratifs celebrates the centenary of the 1925 Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs with the reopening of its Art Deco collections on October 21, 2025, followed by a dedicated temporary exhibition on view until March 29, 2026. A fascinating dive into the masterpieces of this iconic period in Paris.

Studio Kalon: glamorous fitness classes taught by Parisian cabaret dancers

The Kalon method, created by two former professional dancers, offers glamorous fitness classes combining classical dance and cardio, blending grace and intensity in a studio inspired by Parisian cabarets, ideal for sculpting the body while cultivating elegance and self-confidence.

Pink Koï Paris, the immersive and festive Japanese restaurant at Les Halles - video

Alerts, friends: we're unveiling an exclusive Japanese restaurant called Pink Koï Paris, which may well attract the whole of Paris. A huge, immersive, animated restaurant with different spaces, the first restaurant in Paris dedicated to Japanese robata (Japanese barbecue) with succulent yet accessible dishes, we're running.