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Free rooftop, the Philharmonie Belvedere once again accessible with its exceptional view

Fancy a free rooftop? Head for the roof of the Philharmonie de Paris, overlooking the Parc de la Villette, which is once again open to us, from April to October, Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny.
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The panoramic view of the Paris Pantheon is back, free for under-26s.

Visiting the Pantheon is one thing, but did you know you could also visit its colonnades and discover a sublime panorama of Paris? From April to October, the Pantheon exceptionally opens its rooftop to visitors to admire the rooftops of Paname and the Eiffel Tower.
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Christmas of the Centuries at the Château de Champs-sur-Marne: the immersive show returns in 2025

The Château de Champs-sur-Marne invites you to experience a new immersive show within its walls: Le Noel des Centuries, over four exceptional weekends from November 21 to December 14, 2025.
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Easter egg hunt at the Maison-Musée Raymond Devos in Yvelines - 78

On Sunday April 20, 2025, the Maison-Musée Raymond Devos in Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse invites you to an afternoon of egg hunts, creative workshops and an original guided tour, all centered around Easter and the whimsical world of the famous humorist. An ideal family outing in the Yvelines!
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Easter vacations 2025: entertainment and costumed tours at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (77)

The Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte will be hosting a wide range of events from April 12 to 26, 2025. On the program for this spring break? Costumed tours, workshops and a treasure hunt!
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Nuit des Musées 2025 in Paris: a free nocturne at the Gustave Moreau Museum

Nuit des Musées 2025 celebrates its 21st edition at the Musée Gustave Moreau in Paris, on Saturday May 17, 2025. Discover the program that awaits us this year, for this unmissable cultural nocturne.
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Nuit des Musées 2025: visit the BnF Richelieu museum and its oval room by night

Nuit des Musées returns this Saturday, May 17, 2025. It's a chance to discover the famous Oval Room and the BNF museum by night, with its many treasures. Click here to discover the program.
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Notre-Dame de Paris: a student competition to turn construction site fences into works of art

What if the Notre-Dame building site became an open-air art gallery? The City of Paris and the Conseil d'Architecture, d'Urbanisme et de l'Environnement are launching a student competition to transform 400 meters of palisade fencing into a giant fresco. Get creative, get your paintbrushes: it's time to make history!
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Museum Night 2025 at the Musée Daubigny, Auvers-sur-Oise (95), the program

Nuit des Musées returns to celebrate art and culture at the finest institutions in Paris and the Île-de-France region after dark, on Saturday May 17, 2025. The Musée Daubigny in Auvers-sur-Oise, one of the most beautiful villages in France, is also taking part in this exceptional nocturne. Discover the program for this special evening.
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Did you know? The magnolias in the Jardin du Palais Royal are in bloom! What's their story?

It's magnolia season in the gardens of the Palais Royal! Over the past few days, the majestic trees have been decked out in beautiful shades of pink and purple, much to the delight of walkers, tourists and photographers alike. But do you know why there are magnolias in this garden? Back in history...
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All you need to know about Notre-Dame de Paris: opening hours, tours, reservations, events
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. Since December 8, 2024, the monument is once again accessible. With reservations, year-round concerts and suggested tours, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome the world.
The panoramic view of the Paris Pantheon is back, free for under-26s.
Visiting the Pantheon is one thing, but did you know you could also visit its colonnades and discover a sublime panorama of Paris? From April to October, the Pantheon exceptionally opens its rooftop to visitors to admire the rooftops of Paname and the Eiffel Tower.
The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
Auvers-sur-Oise (95): Docteur Gachet's house reopens to the public in April 2025
In Auvers-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise département, the Maison du Docteur Gachet will reopen its doors on April 5, 2025.
Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
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!
Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
Flagy, the Village de Caractère de Seine-et-Marne, one of the French People's Favourite Villages
Flagy, that's the name of this authentic and charming little village in the Seine-et-Marne region, which was featured in the Village Préféré des Français 2023 competition on France 3. We set off to discover this "Village de Caractère", to reveal its assets.
The charming village of Médan in the Yvelines, its castle and its treasures
Nestled in a loop of the Seine just 30 minutes from Paris, the village of Médan offers a wonderful escape into time and history. Once the property of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in the Middle Ages, it now boasts a number of cultural treasures, including its famous 16th-century château and the home of the illustrious Émile Zola. We take you on a voyage of discovery.
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
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 on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side of the Yvelines region, this exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If (Yew Castle) are waiting to be discovered. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives
In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!
All you need to know about Notre-Dame de Paris: opening hours, tours, reservations, events
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. Since December 8, 2024, the monument is once again accessible. With reservations, year-round concerts and suggested tours, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome the world.
The panoramic view of the Paris Pantheon is back, free for under-26s.
Visiting the Pantheon is one thing, but did you know you could also visit its colonnades and discover a sublime panorama of Paris? From April to October, the Pantheon exceptionally opens its rooftop to visitors to admire the rooftops of Paname and the Eiffel Tower.
The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
Auvers-sur-Oise (95): Docteur Gachet's house reopens to the public in April 2025
In Auvers-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise département, the Maison du Docteur Gachet will reopen its doors on April 5, 2025.
Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
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!
Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
Flagy, the Village de Caractère de Seine-et-Marne, one of the French People's Favourite Villages
Flagy, that's the name of this authentic and charming little village in the Seine-et-Marne region, which was featured in the Village Préféré des Français 2023 competition on France 3. We set off to discover this "Village de Caractère", to reveal its assets.
The charming village of Médan in the Yvelines, its castle and its treasures
Nestled in a loop of the Seine just 30 minutes from Paris, the village of Médan offers a wonderful escape into time and history. Once the property of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in the Middle Ages, it now boasts a number of cultural treasures, including its famous 16th-century château and the home of the illustrious Émile Zola. We take you on a voyage of discovery.
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
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 on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side of the Yvelines region, this exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If (Yew Castle) are waiting to be discovered. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives
In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!
All you need to know about Notre-Dame de Paris: opening hours, tours, reservations, events
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. Since December 8, 2024, the monument is once again accessible. With reservations, year-round concerts and suggested tours, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome the world.
The panoramic view of the Paris Pantheon is back, free for under-26s.
Visiting the Pantheon is one thing, but did you know you could also visit its colonnades and discover a sublime panorama of Paris? From April to October, the Pantheon exceptionally opens its rooftop to visitors to admire the rooftops of Paname and the Eiffel Tower.
The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
Auvers-sur-Oise (95): Docteur Gachet's house reopens to the public in April 2025
In Auvers-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise département, the Maison du Docteur Gachet will reopen its doors on April 5, 2025.
Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
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!
Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
Flagy, the Village de Caractère de Seine-et-Marne, one of the French People's Favourite Villages
Flagy, that's the name of this authentic and charming little village in the Seine-et-Marne region, which was featured in the Village Préféré des Français 2023 competition on France 3. We set off to discover this "Village de Caractère", to reveal its assets.
The charming village of Médan in the Yvelines, its castle and its treasures
Nestled in a loop of the Seine just 30 minutes from Paris, the village of Médan offers a wonderful escape into time and history. Once the property of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in the Middle Ages, it now boasts a number of cultural treasures, including its famous 16th-century château and the home of the illustrious Émile Zola. We take you on a voyage of discovery.
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
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 on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side of the Yvelines region, this exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If (Yew Castle) are waiting to be discovered. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives
In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!
All you need to know about Notre-Dame de Paris: opening hours, tours, reservations, events
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. Since December 8, 2024, the monument is once again accessible. With reservations, year-round concerts and suggested tours, discover all the information you need to prepare your visit to this emblem of Paris, ready to welcome the world.
The panoramic view of the Paris Pantheon is back, free for under-26s.
Visiting the Pantheon is one thing, but did you know you could also visit its colonnades and discover a sublime panorama of Paris? From April to October, the Pantheon exceptionally opens its rooftop to visitors to admire the rooftops of Paname and the Eiffel Tower.
The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
Auvers-sur-Oise (95): Docteur Gachet's house reopens to the public in April 2025
In Auvers-sur-Oise, in the Val-d'Oise département, the Maison du Docteur Gachet will reopen its doors on April 5, 2025.
Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
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!
Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
Flagy, the Village de Caractère de Seine-et-Marne, one of the French People's Favourite Villages
Flagy, that's the name of this authentic and charming little village in the Seine-et-Marne region, which was featured in the Village Préféré des Français 2023 competition on France 3. We set off to discover this "Village de Caractère", to reveal its assets.
The charming village of Médan in the Yvelines, its castle and its treasures
Nestled in a loop of the Seine just 30 minutes from Paris, the village of Médan offers a wonderful escape into time and history. Once the property of the Abbey of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in the Middle Ages, it now boasts a number of cultural treasures, including its famous 16th-century château and the home of the illustrious Émile Zola. We take you on a voyage of discovery.
The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
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 on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side of the Yvelines region, this exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If (Yew Castle) are waiting to be discovered. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives
In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!
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