What to do in paris when it's too hot guide - activities

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.

Free swimming on the Canal Saint-Martin every Sunday in summer 2024

Take a free dip in Paris's Canal Saint-Martin? It's possible every Sunday from July 7 to September 1ᵉʳ, 2024. Put on your bathing suit or shorts and go for a free dip on Sunday afternoons.

La Courneuve Plage 2024: Parc de la Liberté transformed into a swimming area this summer

This summer, La Courneuve's Parc de la Liberté becomes a swimming area for La Courneuve Plage. For almost a month, young and old alike can take advantage of the pools, entertainment and sporting and cultural activities in a vacation atmosphere!

Île de Loisirs de Vaires-Torcy (77), the return of the bathing spot and its sports activities

The Île de Loisirs de Vaires-Torcy, a 350-hectare green setting, welcomes nature lovers all year round, just 30 minutes from Paris. A wide range of activities await you, from horseback riding to golf, not forgetting the beach for swimming and the water park.

Aquapark, the inflatable water park in Vaires-Torcy, returns for summer 2024

Aquapark is the name of the aquatic inflatable course on the Vaires-Torcy leisure island that awaits you from June 19, 2024. Take to the water like ninjas, with giggles and slides guaranteed!

L'Isle-Adam: the green nugget in Ile-de-France, 25 km from Paris

L'Isle-Adam, one of France's most beautiful Detours and a source of inspiration for many a landscape painter, is a veritable green nugget to be discovered just a few kilometers from Paris. On the banks of the River Oise, with its seaside resort and beautiful monuments, this village in the Val d'Oise has plenty to tempt those in search of strolls and discoveries.

Base de loisirs de Bois-le-Roi (77): free swimming and sports activities galore

The Base de Loisirs de Bois-le-Roi, in the Seine-et-Marne département, awaits you for a full range of outdoor activities, including free swimming in summer, golf and tennis. Located on the banks of the Seine, with direct access to the Fontainebleau forest, this 73-hectare leisure park is the ideal spot for relaxation, sport and family fun.

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.

Gérard Taurin ice cream maker in Paris, Meilleur Ouvrier de France

Ice-cream maker Gérard Taurin, Meilleur Ouvrier de France, opens the doors of his first ice-cream shop in Paris, at 27 rue de Lévis. Since the end of June 2023, you can enjoy delicious, exceptional ice creams, 7 days a week.

The free Louis Lumière open-air swimming pool in Paris this summer 2023

A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to cool off and have fun. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 8 to August 20, 2023.

Paris parks and gardens open 24 hours a day: the list of green spaces open all night long

Did you know? In Paris, over a hundred parks and gardens are open 24 hours a day! So you can visit them at any time of day or night, and take your time, especially on sunny days, to enjoy the mild weather during a stroll under the stars!

Aquasplash 78 at Boucles de Seine, the inflatable water park just outside Paris, returns this summer

The inflatable water park returns to the Ile de loisirs des Boucles de Seine in Moisson, Yvelines. Aquasplash 78 is the name of this aquapark on the outskirts of Paris, which is back in service for your summer vacations from July 1 to August 31, 2023.

The Josephine Baker pool in Paris: an open-air floating pool on the Seine

Fancy a swim? We'll take you to the Josephine Baker pool, a floating spot on the stage where you can enjoy an open-air pool!

Kingooroo, the leisure park for children in Aubervilliers

During the school vacations, on Wednesdays or on weekends, are you looking for a place where your children can let off steam? Go to the region's indoor playgrounds where children and adults from 0 to 12 years old can play, let off steam, but above all have fun for family adventure moments.

Top cinemas in Paris

Whether you're an inveterate cinephile or just go to the movies once in a while, this guide is for you! It lists the best cinemas in Paris. Whether for comfort, programming or special effects, follow the guide to discover the most original cinemas in Paris.

Aqua Slide Park, the inflatable waterpark in Longueil Sainte Marie in Oise department

Aqua Slide Park is the name of the inflatable waterpark set in the water sports center of Longueil-Sainte-Marie in Oise. Right outside Paris, discover this verdant spot, perfect to bathe and have fun in the water without necessarily having to go too far away.

Bältis, the Lebanese organic ice cream parlour that awakens the Marais

Looking for delicious ice cream in Paris? We're off to discover Bältis, the brand-new ice cream parlour on rue Saint-Antoine, a stone's throw from place des Vosges. Good, organic and gourmet, it's sure to please.

Heatwave in Paris: a fresh night under the stars at Le Jardin Suspendu

As an anti-heatwave good deal, Le Jardin Suspendu invites you to spend a night under the stars on its green rooftop on June 26, 2019!