What to do in paris in may - activities

Top 23 most beautiful villages and walks near Paris, nuggets to discover

Escape around Paris with these 23 must-see getaways within 100 km of the capital.

Thé dansant weekend at the Moulin Jaune: an unusual leap back in time to the Impressionists

Discover the Moulin Jaune and its remarkable and fantastic garden, transformed on the occasion of the Thé Dansant weekend that transports us to the time of the Impressionists on May 8, 9, 11 and 12, 2024, a festive guinguette-style event awaits you in an enchanting setting.

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.

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Centre Culturel Irlandais in Paris: the program for this nocturne

On the occasion of the 20th Nuit des Musées, the Centre Culturel Irlandais awaits us for a cultural nocturne on Saturday, May 18, 2024. Come and discover this institution that honors Ireland and its culture during this special evening!

The Versailles-Chèvreloup Arboretum and its Remarkable Garden

The Arboretum de Versailles-Chèvreloup awaits you all year round in its remarkable 200-hectare park! Come and stroll, picnic or play sport in complete freedom amidst 10,000 trees of over 2,500 different varieties.

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Musée de la Légion d'Honneur in Paris: a special nocturne

The Musée de la Légion d'Honneur is taking part in the Nuit des Musées this Saturday, May 18, 2024. All evening long, stroll through the museum and discover incredible paintings, clothes and medals through guided tours, during this exceptional nocturne!

Nuit des Musées 2024 at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris: free tours and family events

To mark Nuit des Musées 2024, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites us to a special nocturne on May 18, 2024: curious visitors of all ages are invited to discover machines and devices, each more extraordinary than the last.

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!

Fête de la Bretagne 2024 in Paris, the program

The Fête de la Bretagne is back in Paris from May 17 to 26, 2024, in the 14th and 15th arrondissements. Don't miss this not-to-be-missed event for friends of Brittany, which this year offers a rich program of music, dance, gastronomy, storytelling and, of course, Fest-noz!

Fête de la Bretagne 2024 in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, the program

The Mairie du 15e arrondissement in Paris is celebrating Brittany with a new weekend of festivities on Saturday May 25 and Sunday May 26, 2024. Come and celebrate the beautiful region of Brittany with a host of free events. Concerts, exhibitions and gastronomy are on the program!

Open house at Père Lachaise 2024: meet the artists of Paris!

Art lovers are invited to discover the latest edition of the Portes ouvertes des ateliers du Père-Lachaise, opening their doors to you from May 4 to 6, 2024. This is your chance to discover the painters, sculptors and photographers who will be revealing their work and their expertise!

Saint-Mammès, the charming waterside village in Seine-et-Marne (77)

Grab your Navigo pass and head off to Seine-et-Marne for a stroll along the quays at Saint-Mammès, a picturesque village in the 77.

Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view is back!

Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days this April 26, 2024. We're off to find this splendid spot just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon, with its verdant setting, unique sunset and gourmet menu... all perched 60 meters high!

Rueil-Malmaison's superb Parc des Impressionnistes, inspired by Monet

The Parc des Impressionnistes in Rueil-Malmaison, located on the banks of the Seine opposite the Ile des Impressionnistes, is a sublime 1.2-hectare park that honors the color palettes of the Impressionists. Water, plants and flowers in abundance recall Claude Monet's garden at Giverny.

Parc de l'Amitié, the superb Japanese park in Hauts-de-Seine

Looking for an original park and garden just outside Paris? Head for Rueil-Malmaison in the 92 region to discover the Parc de l'Amitié, an astonishing park full of treasures, including a Japanese garden with its emblematic red bridge and flourishing vegetation.

The Albert Kahn Museum's superb Japanese garden and other gardens that take us on a journey

The Musée Albert Kahn, which has just reopened its doors, unveils sublime gardens that are a must-see. Conceived as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery.

Foire de Paris 2024 and Lépine competition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

The Foire de Paris returns to Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from May 1 to 12, 2024. This flagship event in the Paris trade show calendar promises good times, great deals and innovative discoveries, thanks in particular to the Lépine competition.

Présences arabes exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris unveiled, photos

We take you on a tour of the exhibition "Présences arabes. Art moderne et décolonisation, Paris 1908-1988", a unique collection of over 200 works, most of which have never before been shown in France. The exhibition runs from April 5 to August 25, 2024 at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris (MAM).

Aventure Floreval, the family adventure park just outside Paris

Aventure Floreval is a huge accrobranche park that welcomes young and old adventurers in the middle of the forest, with lots of fun activities! In addition to 400 workshops on 22 tree-climbing courses, accessible from age 3, an outdoor escape game, mini golf, an animal farm and a catering area await you. Open until November 3, 2024.

Ascension Day in Paris: museums and monuments open this Thursday, May 9

A new public holiday in France, a new opportunity to enjoy the beautiful museums and monuments near you: this Thursday, May 9, 2024, is Ascension Day. But which cultural venues remain open on this public holiday? Here's the lowdown.