What to do in may

A nature outing near Paris with AccroCamp

With nine AccroCamp parks in Île-de-France and in Chartres, challenge yourself with family or friends, kids and grown-ups! Our parks welcome you to unique accrobranche adventures, one-of-a-kind birthday parties for kids, and outdoor nature events. Easily accessible from Paris, every outing offers thrills, laughter, and shared moments in the great outdoors.

Which gourmet souvenirs should you bring back from Paris? Our ideas for food gifts that travel well

Which edible gifts to bring back from Paris after a stay in the capital? Chocolates, biscuits, tea, jams, condiments, fine groceries... Here are some gourmet keepsakes to give or to keep to extend your Parisian journey.

Food markets and producer markets, Île-de-France's gourmet rendezvous

Stock up on quality produce at the food markets and gourmet halls of Île-de-France, and also at the stalls of producers' markets that pop up periodically across the Île-de-France region.

Shwi, the new Lebanese restaurant specializing in grilled chicken along the Canal Saint-Martin

Le poulet grillé libanais finally finds its Paris home with Shwi, the new street-food hotspot dreamed up by the Kubri team, to be discovered along the Canal Saint-Martin (Paris 10th) since spring 2026. We tried it and here’s everything.

Set course for the South: bar-hop across France and dine in Provence on the Lancaster’s patio.

Summer settles in at the Lancaster, bringing with it an irresistible urge to escape. This June, let the lavender-scented air and sunlit plates from our terrace—transformed into a genuine Provençal patio—carry you away; embark on a nationwide tour of French spirits with CopperBay’s brand-new cocktail menu; and celebrate the sunny days with exclusive festive events that blend haute cuisine and music.

The Nature & Découvertes Farm in Versailles, a city farm to reconnect with nature

In Versailles, the Nature & Discoveries Farm offers a space devoted to urban agriculture, biodiversity, and knowledge-sharing around natural gardening, just a few minutes from Versailles-Chantiers station.

SEMPER Wellness gym: Pilates reformer, Hyrox and boxing on the Champs-Élysées

SEMPER Wellness, the premium gym just steps from the Champs-Élysées, offers a range of group classes designed for busy Parisians seeking well-being, personalized coaching, and a complete training program, from Monday to Sunday. Group classes, strength training, and Hyrox—discover the Discovery Pack to try reformer Pilates!

Alexy, a Top Chef finalist, opens a pop-up restaurant named Cramat on the outskirts of Paris

Alexy Algar-Denos didn’t win the finale of Top Chef 2026, but if his cooking, which has won over the judging panel time and again, has caught your eye, head to Quai Ouest in Saint-Cloud to discover his pop-up restaurant, aptly named Cramat’, welcoming guests all summer long through the end of September 2026.

Louvre Photo, when the museum inspires photographers: an original exhibition at the Louvre Museum

The Louvre Museum presents an unconventional exhibition and staging itself through photography, in a special route to be seen from November 4, 2026 to May 3, 2027.

Paris flower markets, three plant-filled spots for pretty bouquets

The three Paris flower markets are waiting for you on Place des Ternes, at La Madeleine, and on Île de la Cité. Three green havens to explore all year round—whether you’re picking up a stunning bouquet, planting something on your balcony, or simply wandering among the wonderful floral fragrances.

The Porte de Montreuil flea market, Paris’s haven for bargain-priced finds.

Le marché aux puces de la Porte de Montreuil is one of the capital's largest second-hand markets. Located between the 20th arrondissement of Paris and Montreuil, it welcomes treasure hunters, collectors, and bargain hunters every Saturday, Sunday, and Monday year-round.

At Simone's, the Pilates, yoga and Hyrox studio that makes you feel right at home.

Comfortable studios, sessions tailored for everyone with a wide range of disciplines on offer, a feel-good vibe and the sense of feeling right at home in your gym: discover Chez Simone, the sport and wellness studio in the heart of Paris, where you work up a sweat but, above all, have a blast.

The Edgar Quinet Creation Market, a free, open-air art gallery.

The Edgar-Quinet Creation Market invites you every Sunday in Paris’s 14th arrondissement. Paintings, sculpture, photography, engraving, and ceramics are on display there from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., year-round.

The Paris stamp market, the meeting place for philatelists, collectors and the curious.

The Paris stamp market, set on Avenue Marigny near the Champs-Élysées, draws weekly crowds of collectors, postal-history enthusiasts, and the simply curious. This outdoor Parisian gathering runs on Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays year-round, in the heart of the 8th arrondissement.

The market for antique and second-hand books, a stroll among the booksellers in Georges Brassens Park

The market for antique and second-hand books awaits you every weekend under the arches of Georges-Brassens Park in Paris’s 15th arrondissement. This booksellers’ gathering takes place Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., year-round.

Noah's World: An immersive experience of the animal world

Experience an extraordinary adventure in the heart of Paris: an immersive journey into the animal kingdom!

The Place des Fêtes Market, the 19th arrondissement's popular market.

In Paris’s 19th arrondissement, the Place des Fêtes market brings the neighborhood to life three days a week. Between the food stalls, the down-to-earth buzz, and Belleville’s history, this market still serves as a true village square.

Barbès Market, the bustling, cosmopolitan hub beneath the elevated metro.

Situated beneath the metro's elevated line, Barbès Market is one of Paris's busiest. Between world products, affordable prices and a lively atmosphere, it embodies the popular, multicultural face of the north of the capital.

The Belleville Market, one of Paris's most popular and vibrant food markets.

The Belleville Market brings the Belleville Boulevard to life twice a week. Known for its affordable prices, its diversity, and its lively atmosphere, it embodies the popular spirit of East Paris.

The Bastille Market, the vast food market that keeps eastern Paris buzzing

Located along Boulevard Richard-Lenoir, the Bastille Market ranks among Paris’s largest markets. Renowned for the breadth of its lanes and the diversity of its offerings, it draws thousands of visitors each week.