What to do in paris in august - activities

Get curious with ExploreParis: arts and crafts and unusual tours in November

Arts and crafts take center stage in November, with tours, workshops, exhibitions and live demonstrations! Many unusual tours are also on the program for Halloween, to (re)discover Paris and Greater Paris from a new angle.

Science Experiences, the concept between museum and theme park at Bercy Village

Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children...

The free Léo Lagrange swimming pool in Paris's 12th arrondissement returns for summer 2024

A free swimming pool for all this summer 2024 in Paris? It exists, at the Léo Lagrange sports center in the 12th arrondissement. From July 6 to September 1, 2024, this sports venue will be hosting a large, free pool for young and old alike. We're talking here about a 90cm-deep outdoor pool for the safety of children.

The Monnaie de Paris and its exhibition accessible free of charge before the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Here's a good deal just the way we like it! La Monnaie de Paris is opening its doors to us free of charge from July 18 to 24, 2024. Take the opportunity to discover the "D'or, d'argent et de bronze" exhibition, and the museum's permanent collections.

Paris Plages at the Bassin de la Villette 2024, free activities for young and old

For Paris Plages, the Bassin de la Villette comes alive from July 6 to September 8, 2024 inclusive. On the program? Swimming in the basin, pedal-boating, sports - here's a great opportunity to introduce your children and teenagers to water sports for free, or to take an unusual stroll along the Canal.

Paris Plages 2024, the free program on the banks of the Seine

Paris Plages awaits you again this year on the Parc des Rives de Seine, but with a delayed opening date of August 6, 2024 due to the installations and entertainment for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. We reveal the program for this edition.

Fête de la Brouette 2024 in Jouy-en-Josas: picking and fun activities at Ferme de Viltain

In Jouy-en-Josas, the Ferme de Viltain picking area is currently the scene of a convivial event: the Fête de la Brouette. Prolong the summer atmosphere from August 20 to 23, 2024 in these Yvelines fields. Activities, games and fresh produce picking are all on the agenda!

La Fête des Loges 2024, the funfair returns to Saint-Germain en Laye - 78

The Fête des Loges is back from June 28 to August 18, 2024 in the beautiful forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye in the Yvelines. For over 300 years, thrill rides, merry-go-rounds, shows and water games have been waiting for young and old alike, just 20 minutes from Paris, in a beautiful setting accessible by public transport!

The Créteil leisure park and island, the perfect swimming spot for a day in the great outdoors

The Base de loisirs de Créteil in the Val-de-Marne region of France welcomes you for a relaxing day out with the whole family. With its nautical base, wave pool, Maison de la Nature and accrobranche, it's the ideal setting for a day's outdoor fun!

Montfort l'Amaury: discover the charming village, a medieval treasure of the Yvelines region

On the edge of the Rambouillet forest, Montfort l'Amaury reveals 1000 years of history. Discover this medieval village, its historic monuments and the charm of its cobbled streets.

Jardins Ouverts 2024 in the parks and gardens of Île-de-France, 200 gardens open to you

Jardins Ouverts en Île-de-France returns for its seventh edition, this summer 2024. From June 29 to August 25, Parisians can enjoy two months of cultural events and original outings, many of them free of charge, in their local parks and gardens.

Van Gogh, the starry night: the immersive exhibition returns to the Atelier des Lumières

Presented for the first time in 2019, l'Atelier des Lumières takes us back into the world of Van Gogh, for an immersive exhibition running from July 8 to September 1, 2024. Take a stroll through Van Gogh's most beautiful paintings, rediscovering the misunderstood genius of his time.

Cinéma en plein air de la Villette, no edition in 2024, the film festival will return in 2025

La Villette's open-air film festival won't be taking place in 2024 due to the Olympic Games. We'll have to wait until summer 2025 to discover a month of free, open-air film screenings to watch while lounging on the great lawn of La Villette.

La Guinguette des Étangs de Corot: the festive waterside terrace comes back to life

How about a trip back in time to Ville d'Avray? The charming Hôtel des Etangs de Corot transforms its terrace into a summer guinguette for our greatest pleasure. With an idyllic view over the lake, gourmet offerings on weekends and a lively, festive atmosphere every Friday, it's time to relax in the Hauts-de-Seine, in the heart of this oasis of greenery.

Kiosks celebrate the Games with free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. For this special year, the kiosks are getting into the spirit of the Olympic Games, with a rich program of free events. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat!

Grez-sur-Loing: Discover this superb authentic medieval village in Seine-et-Marne along the river

Located in the Seine-et-Marne region of France, Grez-sur-Loing is an unmissable getaway to recharge your batteries and discover a pretty village frozen in time. This medieval village is brimming with charm and history. Stroll, hike or canoe along the water's edge, it's a place well worth the detour.

Bourron-Marlotte in Seine-et-Marne: discover the artistic nugget and historical gem of a village

Bourron-Marlotte, a charming village in Seine-et-Marne, reveals its rich artistic and architectural past. Between cobbled streets and sandstone walls, embark on a singular exploration of nature, history and culture.

Unusual: we tested a hot-air balloon flight in Fontainebleau over the Ile-de-France region - promo

How about a breathtaking view over Fontainebleau? We're off to try out hot-air ballooning over the Île-de-France region, a magical experience we'd like to share with you.

The AccroCamp Créteil 94 accrobranche, for tree-climbing on the Ile de Loisirs.

It's possible to go accrobranching at the Créteil leisure park, just a stone's throw from the wave pool. Accrocamp offers an adventure course to delight all adventurers, young and old alike. Whether you're into zip-lines or safe trampolines, here's a beautiful structure in the heart of nature to delight you.

Escape game: our test of L'Examen, the 2.0 adventure by Lock Academy

La Lock Academy, a Parisian escape game in the center of Paris, is offering a brand new 2.0 adventure. Entitled L'Examen, it challenges you to outwit an Artificial Intelligence... The room is also available in English. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it!