What to do in paris in summer guide - activities

Evasion verte, the tree-climbing course at the Parc Floral de Paris, season 2024

Evasion Verte, the only accrobranche course in Paris, located in the Parc Floral, awaits you from February 10 to November 30, 2024. Come and discover a course set up with respect for nature and a new type of archery, the Archery Tag. Young and old alike will be able to transform themselves into little monkeys and enjoy the beautiful view of the Parc Floral while taking part in a recreational and very natural activity.

Nigloland: reopening of the theme park and new features for 2024

Nigloland, the famous amusement park located a few kilometers from Troyes, welcomes us for its new season, from Saturday March 30 to November 11, 2024. This year, the park offers a new attraction featuring butterflies.

Winnoland, the affordable theme park in Essonne reopens for the 2024 season

Winnoland, formerly Babyland-Amiland, the human-sized amusement park in Essonne, is set to reopen for its 17th season on March 30, 2024. Now the most visited amusement park in the 91 region, it has plenty to delight families in search of entertainment. Each year, the park renews itself and has decided to lure older visitors with new, more adapted attractions.

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!

International Castles Day: beautiful castles to visit in Île-de-France

This Friday, July 19, 2024, we're celebrating International Castle Day. But how? By visiting these magnificent monuments, of course! And we're in luck: Paris and the Île-de-France region are home to some of the most beautiful châteaux in France. Here's a small selection of must-see palaces.

Kairos Escape Game: the ultra-immersive escape game at Bastille

Want to try an escape game? Would you like to immerse yourself in a gripping universe? Then head to Kairos Escape Game, a stone's throw from Bastille, to discover one of the most immersive establishments in Paris. Pirates, policemen, astronauts... there's something for everyone!

The Tour Jean-sans-Peur, a medieval treasure in Paris

Immerse yourself in medieval history at the Tour Jean-sans-Peur in Paris. The last vestige of the Hôtel des Ducs de Bourgogne Valois, the Tour Jean sans Peur was built in 1409 and offers a glimpse of life in the Middle Ages in a reconstructed residence. It currently houses an exhibition on Health in the Middle Ages, which runs until September 10, 2023 (excluding the month of August).

The Parc Floral de Paris Vincennes, its sublime gardens and events

The Parc Floral is the largest park in Paris, located in the Bois de Vincennes, a stone's throw from the Château. In addition to its superb vegetation, it's a giant park with outdoor games for children, mini-golf, Rosalie rides, exhibitions and sales, shows, a butterfly hothouse and many other treasures.

The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital

Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days.

Fluctuart, the urban art center and its open-air terrace a stone's throw from Les Invalides

Fluctuart, the first floating urban art center, invites you to discover its exhibitions and rooftop all year round. An artistic spot on the Pont des Invalides, 100% free of charge, for all street art fans!

The Tour Montparnasse, a 360° view of Paris

The rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse and its open-air terrace offer an impressive view of Paris and its monuments from 210 meters above ground.

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.

Tonight on TV: Ghostbusters - Ghostbusters Legacy - Rediscover our review

The ghost hunters are back in a brand-new Ghostbusters movie, entitled "L'Héritage", following on from the adventures of Venkman and company. The film is directed by Jason Reitman, son of Ivan Reitman, director of the saga's first two installments. The film airs on television this Sunday, October 22.

Medieval treasures from the Victoria & Albert Museum: exhibition extended at Hôtel de la Marine

The Hôtel de la Marine welcomes masterpieces of English art from the Al Thani collection from June 30, 2023 to January 7, 2024. Come and discover the exhibition Medieval Treasures from the Victoria & Albert Museum, When the English Spoke French!

Top Chef's Danny extends Quai 96, the festive guinguette overlooking the Eiffel Tower

Danny Khezzar, Top Chef season 14 finalist, is extending his festive guinguette, his ephemeral restaurant-bar facing the Eiffel Tower, until mid-October 2023. Quai 96 is the name of the bar-restaurant that awaits you again this Indian summer.

Festival Silhouette 2023: a festival of free outdoor short films and concerts

The Silhouette festival returns for its 22nd edition to the Parc de la Butte du Chapeau Rouge in Paris, from August 25 to September 2, 2023. On the program? 9 evenings of free screenings, preceded by open-air concerts at aperitif time, with a daytime program for children and debates.

Janvry, a picturesque village with a free wildlife park and events in the Chevreuse Valley

Nestled in the heart of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse in the Regional Nature Park, Janvry in Essonne is an undiscovered nugget. With its farmland and heritage, including the Louis XIII-style château and the church of Notre Dame du Mont Carmel, this village of 600 inhabitants knows how to surprise its visitors. In fact, to everyone's surprise, it offers a free animal park and great events all year round.

Fête de la Moisson 2023 in Provins: Activities for children and adults

The Harvest Festival 2023 returns to Provins, this Sunday, August 27, 2023. This unique event in France will take place in the old city and will unveil a program of animations for the young and the old.

Tonight on TV: Danny Boyle's Yesterday - Rediscover our review

The talented British director Danny Boyle has directed "Yesterday", in 2019. The film can be seen on TV this Sunday, August 13, on W9.

Quai Sauvage, a festive, plant-based summer getaway at the Port de Bercy

For the whole month of August, a new festive spot is coming to the Port de Bercy, where you can enjoy a wide range of sporting and cultural activities on the banks of the Seine.