Inflation is a hottopic in France. The overall rise in prices in the country is leading to a drop in purchasing power and prompting us to tighten our belts. So, here we are, counting our pennies. If your outings budget is in danger of taking a hit, don't worry: the capital and the surrounding region are full of great ways to enjoy hotactivities without spending too much. Yes, you can treat yourself and save money at the same time, even in Paris!
We can already see your eyes widening. After all, it's common knowledge that life is expensive in the capital. But there are plenty of free and affordable places to go out in the Paris region... you just have to know where to look. And that's just as well, because finding good deals is our specialty!
That's why we've come up with a list of the free and inexpensive things to do in Paris and the Paris region. And guess what? This guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries, so you'll be able to consult it at any time to find the affordable outings that await you. You'll never run out of ideas again!
Tips for the week of December 2 to 8, 2024 in Paris: free or inexpensive outings
A new week is upon us, and with it a whole range of things to do and things to discover in Paris and the Paris region! Click here to discover the cheapest deals for the week of December 2 to 8, 2024 in Paris and the Ile de France region. [Read more]
Sortiraparis has come up with the best ideas for free activities or cheap deals to do this weekend on December 6, 7 and 8, 2024 in Paris and the Ile de France region. [Read more]
Looking for free family outings in Paris? We'll show you the spots, events and activities to discover in the capital, so you can enjoy Paris without spending a fortune! [Read more]
Pleasure Sundays at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes this winter! Free invitations
Sponsored - They're back at last! Those trotting Sundays at Paris-Vincennes, full of flavor, color and warmth. Those famous autumn and winter Sundays when everything is grey and gloomy... everywhere except in the heart of the Paris-Vincennes racecourse. The racecourse that comes alive when it hosts the Grand Prix winter meeting, on Sundays from November 17 to February 23. Download your free tickets now! [Read more]
Get curious with ExploreParis: arts and crafts and unusual tours in November
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
Marché de Noël des Tuileries 2024: dates, times and events
The Jardin des Tuileries Christmas Market awaits you from November 16, 2024 to January 1, 2025. It's the perfect opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts, take in the rides, skate and enjoy the many stalls and gourmet restaurants on site. [Read more]
The charming Christmas Market at Notre-Dame de Paris honours French artists and craftsmen
The Notre-Dame de Paris Christmas Market is a special one this year, with the Cathedral reopening in early December. From November 29 to December 25, 2024, visitors will flock to Square Viviani for French crafts and gastronomy, as well as free entertainment for children, including Santa Claus. [Read more]
Reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris: the concert event with Clara Luciani, Garou and Vianney...
The countdown is on for the opening of Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral. On December 7, an official ceremony awaits us to inaugurate the reopening of the monument, which will finally be open to the public the following day. The ceremony promises to be full of surprises, with many artists on the program. Here are some of the headliners we're expecting. [Read more]
Reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris: date, bookings, concert, everything you need to know
With its thirteen million visitors a year, Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral is one of the capital's must-sees. A place of worship as well as a monument, it has witnessed the history of Paris since its construction. Announced for December 8, 2024, its reopening is eagerly awaited. From reservations to the transformation of the forecourt and the proposed visitor itineraries, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome 15 million visitors a year. [Read more]
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Christmas Market 2024: handcrafted objects & delights at the foot of the church
The Marché de Noël 2024 on the Boulevard Saint-Germain in Paris returns from November 28, 2024 to Monday, January 1, 2025, with its beautifully decorated chalets and gourmet artisan products. [Read more]
Video games: our selection of gaming releases to discover in December 2024
Fancy playing a video game over the Christmas vacations? If you've already scoured the catalog of games released on your console, don't panic: the editors of Sortiraparis have put together a selection of the new gaming releases for this December 2024. To your controllers! [Read more]
PlayStation Plus: discover the free games up for grabs in December 2024 on PS4 and PS5
If you own a PS4 or PS5 console, you know that every month Sony offers you free games with the PlayStation Plus subscription. So, what games are on offer in December 2024? Let's find out! [Read more]
The giant Christmas Market at La Défense is open! Festive entertainment and ice rink on the program
The Paris la Défense Christmas Market is back from November 14 to December 29, 2024. This year, the market expands to include some 250 wooden chalets, bringing the parvis de la Défense to life with gift ideas, gourmet stalls and entertainment galore! As an added bonus, a real ice Christmas skating rink will be set up at the foot of the arch. [Read more]
The 2024 Christmas Market at the foot of the Eiffel Tower is back! - dates
The Eiffel Tower Christmas Village returns to the Quai Jacques Chirac from December 7, 2024 to January 5, 2025! A not-to-be-missed event for the festive season, the Iron Lady Christmas Market offers a myriad of gift ideas and winter delights. [Read more]
Marvel Rivals: 6v6 video game goes gold
Marvel Rivals, a 6v6 shooter and future Overwatch competitor, awaits you on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series from December 6, 2024. And good news: the game has gone gold! [Read more]
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts - the seventh instalment in the saga arrives on Paramount+ : Our review
Discover the seventh opus in the Transformers saga, "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts". An explosive new adventure, accessible to all, to be discovered from June 7, 2023. [Read more]
Galeries Lafayette 2024 window displays and Christmas tree
In Paris, the magic of Christmas returns to Galeries Lafayette for Christmas 2024. From November 14 to December 31, 2024, we're off to discover the animated window displays and giant Christmas tree enthroned in the heart of the department store. A special edition awaits us this year as the house celebrates its 130ᵉ Christmas. At the helm is Kevin Germanier, creator of the Golden Voyageur des JO, who promises us enchantment and light. Check out the images from the inauguration, which takes place this Thursday, November 14, with guest Vianney. [Read more]
Christmas illuminations on the Champs-Élysées 2024: the world's most beautiful avenue in time for Christmas
The illuminations on the Champs-Élysées in Paris were launched on November 24, 2024, in the company of Tony Estanguet. This marks the arrival of the holiday spirit on the world's most beautiful avenue. [Read more]
Magic Noël 2024: funfair, market, entertainment and magic house in Levallois (92)
From November 30, 2024, the town of Levallois-Perret in the Hauts-de-Seine department will be decked out in magic, fairy lights and funny characters straight from the North Pole for its Christmas festivities. [Read more]
How to attend the reopening ceremonies of Notre-Dame de Paris?
Are you wondering how to get to the ceremonies for the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris on Saturday December 7 and Sunday December 8, 2024? Between presidential speeches, inaugural mass and a grand concert, there's going to be a whole host of celebrations at this iconic venue, so we take stock. [Read more]
A Christmas Market on Place de la Concorde for Christmas 2024 with toboggan run and entertainment
For the 2024 festive season, the City of Paris is moving its famous Christmas market from the Hôtel de Ville to the famous Place de la Concorde. From December 14, 2024 to January 5, 2025, you'll be able to look forward to a host of exciting events in the run-up to Christmas. [Read more]
Printemps Haussmann's 2024 Christmas window displays in Paris - our photos
For the festive season, Printemps Haussmann invites you on a magical adventure aboard the Printemps Express, bound for Christmas! From November 7 to December 31, 2024, let yourself be transported on a magical journey through the window carriages, brought to life by passengers in recycled fabrics. [Read more]
Christmas 2024: discover today's release in your Sortiraparis advent calendar!
To tide you over until Christmas, Sortiraparis invites you to discover a new outing, big or small, every day. From December 1 to 24, follow us to the restaurants, museums, theaters, fun experiences and monuments of Paris and the Île-de-France region! The first slot is open... [Read more]
Rides, skating rink, Christmas market and illuminations for Bel Hiver 2024 in Saint-Denis
The end-of-year festivities are back in Saint-Denis (93), from mid-December to early January. On the program: great entertainment for young and old alike: ice rink, illuminations, Christmas market... [Read more]
The perfect Christmas gift: a unique Sortir à Paris experience!
Give the gift of an unforgettable Christmas with a unique Sortir à Paris experience: outings, discoveries and exceptional moments to enjoy in the Paris region! [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on December 6, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: December 6, 2024. [Read more]
Le Carrousel Louis Vuitton Place Vendôme: a free haute couture ride in the heart of Paris
The Carrousel Louis Vuitton arrives among the jewels of Place Vendôme, ready to turn heads this holiday season. Free and open to all until January 1, 2025, this haute-couture ride takes you on an LV-designed journey on the back of fantastical animals right in the heart of Paris! [Read more]
L'Odyssée Lumineuse at Parc Floral 2024 plunges us into tales and legends from around the world
For the festive season, the Parc Floral is once again inviting families to discover its illuminations in a new and enriched itinerary. From November 30, 2024 to January 19, 2025, L'Odyssée Lumineuse transports us this year to tales and legends from all over the world, with dinosaurs, circus shows and laser effects to boot. It's the perfect way to celebrate the festive season, whether you're with friends, loved ones or family. [Read more]
Top 25 most beautiful villages and walks near Paris, nuggets in Ile-de-France
Escape around Paris with these 25 must-see getaways less than 100 km from the capital. [Read more]
The Faubourg Saint-Honoré 2024 Christmas illuminations with Emmanuelle Béart and Amandine Petit
Faubourg Saint-Honoré lights up for Christmas! On November 26, 2024, the district's illuminations were launched in the company of Emmanuelle Béart, Amandine Petit and partner association Princesse Margot. The program included a brass band, a parade by the Garde Républicaine and a DJ set! [Read more]
The Alsatian Christmas Market at the Gare de l'Est in Paris 2024, the gourmet and artisanal plunge
The famous Alsatian Christmas Market returns to the forecourt of the Gare de l'Est in Paris from Friday, November 29 to Sunday, December 15, 2024, with a host of gourmet discoveries on the program! [Read more]
Christmas 2024-2025 in Paris: an ice rink a stone's throw from the Bois de Vincennes
On your skates! For Christmas 2024, Vincennes is delighting young and old alike with an open-air ice skating rink on the Hôtel de Ville esplanade. See you there from December 6, 2024 to January 5, 2025! [Read more]
The 2024 Christmas Market in Boulogne-Billancourt (92) and its enchanting animations
The Boulogne-Billancourt Christmas Market returns to the Grand'Place from November 20 to December 24, 2024, to the delight of young and old alike. On the program? Crafts, entertainment and photos with Santa... This year, the whole family can enjoy the festive season! [Read more]
Nature Manifesto: an immersive sound experience by Björk & Aleph at the Centre Pompidou
To coincide with the "Biodiversity: what culture for what future?" Forum, to be held at the Centre Pompidou this autumn, the Paris museum is hosting an immersive sound installation imagined and designed by Icelandic singer Björk and artist Aleph. This unique experience can be enjoyed free of charge from Wednesday November 20 to Monday December 9, 2024. [Read more]
Dior Paris 30 Montaigne, boutique - museum, café and restaurant
The mythical Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this is a new address that should seduce all fashion addicts but also fine gourmets in search of a gourmet café or a refined restaurant. [Read more]
La Samaritaine's 2024 Christmas window displays: Thoiry Lumières Sauvages invades the store - photos
From November 8, 2024 (from 6 p.m.) to January 5, 2025, La Samaritaine will be reinventing itself as an enchanted winter garden. For its new Christmas story, the department store has teamed up with Thoiry Lumières Sauvages to invite visitors on a magical stroll, where giant plants and luminous creatures unfold in a magical, overflowing décor. [Read more]
"Des Restes": Top chef Jean Covillault's €22 anti-gaspi ephemeral restaurant in the Marais district of Paris
"Des Restes" is the name of this ephemeral restaurant opening to us from November 26, 2024 to March 30, 2025 in the 3ᵉ arrondissement of Paris. Dreamed up by former Top Chef candidate Jean Covillault, this restaurant offers only dishes made from ingredients you wouldn't have kept, all in an affordable €22 menu! We tell you all about it. [Read more]
The Marché de Noël de la Villette 2024, a lively new village in Paris
The Marché de Noël de La Villette now awaits you in Paris from November 23 to December 29, 2024 on the Place de la Fontaine-aux-Lions. Close to the Parc de la Villette, it's a veritable Christmas village and Winter Party, offering family entertainment, circus, a light parade, the discovery of artisans and a convivial atmosphere to celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of the capital. [Read more]
Black Friday 2024 in department stores and shopping centers in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Black Friday is this Friday, November 29, 2024. A special day that launches a salvo of promotions of all kinds in department stores and shopping malls, and a real bargain in the run-up to the festive season! Over time, the day of discounts has turned into a week, and in some cases even a month! We're sharing with you the addresses taking part in the operation. [Read more]
Top 10 most beautiful Christmas trees at Paris 2024: enough to put glitter in your eyes
Would you like to discover the most beautiful 2024 Christmas trees in Paris? We'll take you on a tour of the capital's end-of-year creations and illuminations. Gilded, traditional green, sober or sumptuous, one thing's for sure: they're getting taller! Discover the 10 most majestic or largest Christmas trees in Paris. [Read more]
"Le Salon by Sarah Andelman" at Sotheby's Paris: free exhibition in the auction house
Sarah Andelman takes the helm of the brand-new Salon Sotheby's, on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, for what promises to be a memorable first edition. A visionary with unrivalled flair, she is transforming this hybrid space between exceptional showroom and arty gallery into a trendy destination not to be missed, scattered with unique objects and punctuated by free exhibitions! [Read more]
LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]
MINISO, the brand for plush toys and adorable lifestyle objects, opens a store on the Champs-Élysées
An avalanche of adorable plush toys and "kawaii" gadgets arrives on the Champs-Élysées with the opening of the MINISO flagship! The ultra-mimi lifestyle brand's biggest store invites fans of cuteness and inveterate collectors to (re)discover its irresistible products, through multiple universes and collaborations. Opening this Saturday, June 22, 2024! [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Vincennes: Christmas market, skating rink, horse-drawn carriage, concerts and magical shows
Vincennes celebrates Christmas from December 6, 2024 to January 5, 2025! On the program? The traditional Christmas Market and its unique gift ideas, an ice rink to show off your best tricks, horse-drawn carriage rides and enchanted parades, and even the famous Christmas carols. [Read more]
Fééries d'Auteuil Christmas Market 2024: flea market, nativity scene competition, workshops & concerts
Come and experience the magic of the Apprentis d'Auteuil Christmas Market in the heart of Paris' 16th arrondissement, from December 7 to 15, 2024. With stands selling Christmas trees and handcrafted creations, and treasures from the Brocante de la Ressourcerie, there's something for everyone! Not forgetting an unusual exhibition of original nativity scenes, children's workshops and exceptional concerts in the Sainte-Thérèse chapel. Fill up on gift ideas and unique family moments! [Read more]
The Lantern Festival returns to the Parc de la Villette in Paris for its 2024 edition
The Lantern Parade returns to the Parc de La Villette in Paris! What's on the program? A free, enchanting stroll, lanterns in hand, not to be missed on Saturday, December 7, 2024. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Morêt-sur-Loing (77): program and dates of Christmas markets and events
Christmas is fast approaching, and what better way to prepare for this lovely family celebration than by immersing yourself in the unique atmosphere of Christmas markets? In December, head to the Seine-et-Marne to discover the Morêt-sur-Loing market. [Read more]
6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements! [Read more]
A giant Japanese Christmas market at the gates of Paris: Shizen 2024 at Cité Fertile
On December 7 and 8, 2024, La Cité Fertile in Pantin will be hosting a very exotic Christmas Market: a giant Japanese Christmas Market that will immerse you in Japanese culture for a weekend. [Read more]
Gardiens du geste: the exhibition to mark the reopening of Notre-Dame at the Musée de la Légion d'Honneur
The Musée de la Légion d'Honneur pays tribute to the craftsmen who helped renovate Notre-Dame de Paris, in an exhibition running from December 11, 2024 to March 2, 2025. [Read more]
The Petit Palais in Paris and its hidden treasures, the free museum, opening hours and exhibitions
The Petit Palais, home to the Musées des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a true architectural masterpiece. Designed by Charles Girault for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, this museum is a treasure trove. And since admission is free, you'd be wrong not to take advantage of it. [Read more]
Street art: L'équipée returns for a third edition in Paris
Street art takes over a place steeped in history in Paris! For one weekend only, on Saturday December 7 and Sunday December 8, 2024, 25 urban artists will be taking over a site that has been closed for the past ten years, and unveiling their frescoes to the general public. Find out more about "L'équipée 3", a free street art event not to be missed in early December! [Read more]
Benjamin Lacombe presents "Papillon Noir", the free exhibition at Galerie Gallimard, our photos
New Benjamin Lacombe exhibition in Paris! Galerie Gallimard opens its doors to the famous French illustrator from November 26, 2024 to January 9, 2025. This is an opportunity to discover a series of originals by Benjamin Lacombe from "The Portrait of Dorian Gray", presented for the first time in France. [Read more]
10 great Christmas photo spots in Paris 2024 to enjoy the magical illuminations
Visiting Paris or the surrounding area, or just because you're a selfie-addict, are you on the hunt for photo spots to immortalize the most beautiful Christmas decorations or magical installations worth the detour? We reveal 10 cool places to discover this year to brighten up your Instagram page and photo albums. [Read more]
The Glasswalk at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the hot photo spot under the store's Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann unveils the Glasswalk, a 9-metre-long glass walkway on the 3rd floor of the Coupole store, suspended 16 metres above the ground. Perfect for an unforgettable shot, this spot offers a unique perspective on 120 years of history. A must for lovers of architecture and quality Instagram spots! [Read more]
Crossing Lines: our photos of the exhibition mixing graffiti and shibari at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery
When graffiti and shibari meet... Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort invites you to discover its Crossing Lines exhibition, featuring works by JonOne and Marie Sauvage, from November 14, 2024 to January 15, 2025. This unique collaboration between graffiti and shibari art blends urban energy with artistic strings for a unique visual experience! [Read more]
Dimanche Plaisirs: the magic of Christmas at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes!
Sponsored - Join us on Sunday, December 8 at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes for a festive, magical day, when the Advent Calendar comes to life before your very eyes! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: fireworks, lights and entertainment at La Ferté-Gaucher (77)
For the festive season, La Ferté-Gaucher (77) is decked out in its finest lights to present a wonderful Christmas program. [Read more]
BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all! [Read more]
Night at the Pantheon 2024: unusual tours by torchlight
La Nuit au Panthéon returns to Paris from December 4, 2024 to January 22, 2025 for 6 thrilling nocturnal tours. On the program? Torchlight tours of the legendary Parisian monument, from the nave to the crypt! [Read more]
Pokémon Pocket Trading Card Game: the card game is now available digitally
The trading card game is back, with Pokémon Pocket, a free game for IOS and Android to be discovered this October 30, 2024. Here's the trailer. [Read more]
The fabulous Janvry Village Christmas Market 2024
Janvry, this charming village in the Vallée de Chevreuse in Essonne, offers us, as it does every year, a huge and most festive Christmas Market where artisanal products are the order of the day. Visit us this year on November 29, 30 and December 1ᵉʳ, and from December 6 to 8, 2024, to fill up on entertainment and gift ideas. [Read more]
Le Bon Marché's 2024 Christmas window displays: playful & colorful creatures light up Paris at night
Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche unveils its Christmas windows on Friday November 8, 2024, from 5pm. This year, colorful creatures populate the rue de Sèvres façade of the department store, with magical Parisian scenes set against a starry backdrop. Welcome to the regressive, playful Paris of Le Bon Marché! [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Nemours (77): family entertainment and Christmas market
During December and the school vacations, the town of Nemours organizes a major Christmas program, with free events open to all. [Read more]
Noël 2024: dates, program and events for the Christmas market in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94)
In Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, in the Val-de-Marne département, it's time for year-end festivities in December 2023. So don't worry: the town has put together a great program of activities and entertainment for the whole family! [Read more]
The Cuisines du Monde Market at Bastille, special Christmas edition
To discover the specialities of 56 countries around the world all in one place, head for the Marché des Cuisines du Monde at Bastille on December 14, 2024, a special Christmas edition! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: free family events at Vélizy 2 shopping center
At Vélizy 2, the magic of the 2024 holiday season will bring the shopping center to life. Throughout your shopping session, you're invited to enjoy a program of free events for the whole family, starting November 11, 2024! [Read more]
In the footsteps of Inception: where in Paris was Nolan's film shot?
With Oppenheimer becoming one of the biggest box-office successes of Christopher Nolan's career, we take a look back at one of his best-known films, Inception, and the neighborhoods where it was shot in Paris. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 in Paris: a sky of luminous mistletoe bouquets and festive entertainment at Bercy Village
From November 21, 2024 to January 6, 2025, Bercy Village in Paris gets into the spirit of the festive season! On the program: a sky of luminous mistletoe bouquets and lots of festive entertainment for young and old! Discover the Christmas program in this charming open-air alley. [Read more]
BHV 2024 Christmas window displays with Léna, Marc Lavoine and Adriana Karembeu - photos
For Christmas 2024 in Paris, the BHV Marais puts us in the Christmas spirit. Discover the Christmas window displays and images of the inauguration, accompanied by a sound and light show featuring Marc Lavoine, Adriana Karembeu and Léna Mafhouf as master of ceremonies. Now's the time to take a stroll with the family, your loved ones or simply your friends and family for this year's ultra-colorful window displays. [Read more]
Climbing District Saint-Lazare, a climbing gym and coworking space hidden in a chapel
How about a climb in an atypical location? Climbing District is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, close to the Saint-Lazare train station. Housed in a hidden former chapel, this climbing gym, which looks like an old library, is sure to surprise. Tip: coworking spaces with free wifi and coffee shop. [Read more]
3 Christmas markets, a vegetarian raclette chalet and a hot drinks bar at the REcyclerie
La Recyclerie not only hosts its traditional Christmas theme markets, but also unveils a wine and hot chocolate bar and a vegetarian fondue and raclette chalet! [Read more]
Le Noël des Créateurs in Versailles: a unique Christmas craft market at the Cathédrale Saint-Louis
A designer Christmas market in Versailles? For the first time, the square in front of Saint-Louis Cathedral, in the Yvelines region, will be the setting for Noël des Créateurs, on December 7 and 8, 2024. It's the perfect place to stock up on Christmas gifts, enjoy entertainment, workshops and choirs. [Read more]
Louis Vuitton: free exhibition of the House's design & art de vivre collections at LV Dream - extensions
Louis Vuitton opens the doors of its new free exhibition, dedicated to design and the art of living, in the continuity of Design Miami.Paris 2024. From October 16 to December 31, head to LV Dream to discover the Maison's Objets Nomades collection, as well as cult pieces from its collaboration with Estúdio Campana, through a unique scenography. [Read more]
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history! [Read more]
Paris, capital of the pearl: the superb free jewelry exhibition at the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau
From the origins of the pearl to its use in jewelry, L'École des Arts Joailliers' new free exhibition tells the story of this pearly splendor in the heart of the Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau, from November 21, 2024 to June 1, 2025. [Read more]
A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France. [Read more]
Christmas Market 2024 in Neuilly-sur-Seine (92): a bevy of free, festive events
The Christmas Market in Neuilly-sur-Seine (92) opens its doors to you for a concentrate of magic and delicacies! With artisan chalets, crêpes & hot chocolate, concerts and free entertainment, the square in front of the Hôtel de Ville and avenue Achille Peretti is the place to be for the festive season in the Hauts-de-Seine region, until December 24! [Read more]
Brasserie des Prés, charming and affordable, the hidden gem of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Carefully tucked away in a bucolic courtyard in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Brasserie des Prés proves to be the neighborhood's best address, as delightful and charming as it is affordable. [Read more]
The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home
Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument. [Read more]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]
Free Playmobil exhibition at Fontainebleau: immerse yourself in the epic of Napoleon and the 1st Empire
We're off to Fontainebleau in Seine-et-Marne to discover the free exhibition "Life of the Emperor Napoleon Iᵉʳ" which awaits you until December 15, 2024. Come and discover, with your family, the major stages in Napoleon's life recreated with Playmobil® at the Charité Royale. With its game booklet, this exhibition is sure to please children. [Read more]
Avenue Montaigne 2024 Christmas illuminations - date and sponsors
As the festive season draws nearer, the Avenue Montaigne is set for an enchanting season! The capital's most elegant district will be decked out in its traditional Christmas lights from November 20, 2024: glittering Christmas trees, magical decor and lively stores every Sunday, December promises to be a festive one on the avenue! Once again this year, the illuminations are kicked off by renowned personalities, and the Comité Montaigne unveils Christmas Montaigne, a new experience that will enchant Parisians. Here's the program! [Read more]
Free Chapon chocolate mousse in Belleville, Levallois-Perret and Boulogne!
Chocolatomania in sight! To mark the opening of three new Chapon boutiques in Belleville (75), Levallois and Boulogne (92), the iconic chocolatier has a melt-in-your-mouth surprise in store for you: a free mousse to celebrate. Gourmands, get your spoons ready! [Read more]
The Edge: a virtual reality experience with 4D sensations in Paris
Sponsored - This autumn, escape to an ultra-immersive virtual reality experience, the only one of its kind in the world, right in the heart of Paris! An escape game like no other! For an unusual gift, give your loved ones a gift voucher for a VR experience at The Edge! [Read more]
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Church, the heart of the Latin Quarter
The beautiful church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés has been through destruction and reconstruction. Fortunately, it's still standing today. And it's one of the last vestiges of Romanesque art in Paris! [Read more]
Christmas market, merry-go-rounds and holiday magic in the 17th arrondissement
From December 6, 2024, the 17th arrondissement will be decked out in Christmas colors, with an exciting program of events during the school vacations and the month of December at Place Richard Baret. [Read more]
The 2024 Afro-Caribbean Christmas Market: crafts, workshops, fashion shows and tastings!
Don't miss the 8th edition of the Afro-Caribbean Christmas Market on Saturday December 7 and Sunday December 8, 2024 at Galerie Joseph, Paris. What's on the program? Fashion, deco, beauty, food... [Read more]
Immeuble Lavirotte: Art Nouveau jewel on Avenue Rapp in Paris
The Immeuble Lavirotte is a masterpiece of Parisian Art Nouveau, located on Avenue Rapp in the 7th arrondissement. Erected between 1900 and 1901 by Jules Lavirotte, this award-winning building's dreamlike facade is particularly appealing if you're walking near the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Under the Sea, the first immersive restaurant in Paris by Ephemera that takes us under the ocean
Under the Sea is the name of the first immersive restaurant in Paris. An unusual and affordable concept imagined by the Ephemera group. Head to the 13th arrondissement in the heart of a hidden room of the MK2 Bibliothèque for an original experience during a meal. [Read more]
Free nocturne at the Bourse de Commerce this Saturday, December 7, 2024
Would you like to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free nocturne, this Saturday, December 7, 2024, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. [Read more]
Letter to Santa Claus: get your mail ready, the 2024 secretariat is open!
No letter, no present: the rule is simple. So don't waste any more time, grab a sheet of paper and a pen, and write your letter to Santa! His secretariat is open from November 20, 2024 to January 3, 2025. [Read more]
Free platforms for watching films and series without spending a penny
With the number of platforms multiplying, it's sometimes hard to stay financially reasonable. Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Paramount, Canal+, and many others, how do you choose? Today, we're offering you an alternative that's just as good quality, but much cheaper: free streaming platforms. Here's a quick overview. [Read more]
Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you. [Read more]
Seth: the street artist presents "Escape Games", a solo exhibition at Itinerrance gallery
Another free solo exhibition from Seth in Paris! This time, the French street artist installs his works at the Itinerrance gallery, in the capital's 13th arrondissement. Visit us from November 29, 2024 to February 28, 2025 to discover this new installation by Seth entitled "Escape Games". [Read more]
Notre-Dame, symbol of a Renaissance, photo exhibition at Hôtel Castille
To mark the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Hôtel Castille is hosting the exhibition "Notre-Dame, Symbol of a Renaissance" from December 8, 2024 to February 8, 2025. This mini-exhibition plunges visitors into the heart of photographer Patrick Zachmann's work. [Read more]
Made in France, a textile history: the free exhibition at the National Archives
In a free exhibition, the Archives Nationales tell the story of textiles "Made in France" with a collection of unique samples, from the most popular to the most luxurious fabrics, from October 16, 2024 to January 27, 2025. [Read more]
A little tour of the Montparnasse Cemetery
The Montparnasse cemetery is the final resting place of many famous personalities, and a stroll through it is a free and instructive pleasure. [Read more]
Salon des Beaux-Arts 2024: dates and programme for this free event in Paris
It's an annual event you don't want to miss: the Salon des Beaux-Arts is back for another edition from December 4 to 15, 2024, at the Réfectoire des Cordeliers in Paris. [Read more]
The World Cuisine Christmas Market: the gourmet rendezvous at Bastille
Sponsored - On Saturday, December 14, the Marché des Cuisines du Monde special Christmas event takes over the Place de la Bastille for a gourmet tour of the world without leaving the capital! This gourmet event, sponsored by Guillaume Gomez, ambassador of French gastronomy, promises total immersion in the culinary heritage of almost 50 different countries, with tastings and entertainment! [Read more]
Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky Cathedral, the Russian Orthodox Church of Paris
Paris is home to a magnificent Russian Orthodox cathedral, the Cathédrale Saint-Alexandre-Nevsky, in the 8th arrondissement. An unusual sight on the streets of Paris, its richly decorated interior can be visited 3 times a week! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: torchlight procession, enchanted Christmas village and shows in Fontainebleau (77)
The Fontainebleau region is bursting at the seams for the magical Christmas season, transforming itself into a veritable Christmas village with the opening of its unmissable market and a host of free events for families! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: magical free events for children at Aéroville shopping center
From December onwards, shopping centers in the Paris region are getting ready for Christmas, with a host of free events for the whole family, as seen here at Aéroville shopping center in Roissy-en-France (95). [Read more]
We are here: the free urban art exhibition is extended at the Petit Palais - photo
You'd never expect to see urban art in a fine arts museum... And yet that's exactly what the We are here exhibition offers, on view free of charge from June 12, 2024 to January 19, 2025. [Read more]
The 100% Seconde Main Christmas Market in Eastern Paris: vintage clothing & decor, mulled wine & DJ set
The coolest Christmas market in Eastern Paris takes place at the Mercato Bolivar boutique on December 7 and 8, 2024! 100% second-hand, find vintage nuggets, eco-friendly jewelry, decorative objects, games and more. Entertainment, DJ set, workshops, treats - join the party and kick off the end-of-year festivities in style! [Read more]
Tips for the week of December 2 to 8, 2024 in Paris: free or inexpensive outings
Tips for the weekend of December 6 to 8, 2024 in Paris: free or inexpensive outings
What to do with children: free family outings in Paris
