For decades, everyone has been calling it the most beautiful avenue in the world, and it's true that the Champs Elysées is a pretty sight. It even links two of the capital's architectural jewels: the Place de la Concorde and theArc de Triomphe. Other majestic monuments in the area include the Grand Palais and its little brother, the Petit Palais, as well as the Palais de la Découverte, which holds many surprises in store for the curious young and old alike.
But of course, all glory has its downside, and when venturing onto this iconic Parisian landmark, it's best to avoid the tourist traps! Rest assured, there are some superb addresses to enhance your stroll along the Champs-Elysées.
Museums, lush gardens, historic bridges, gourmet restaurants... There really is "everything you want on the Champs Elysées". Not forgetting anecdotes about the history and heritage of this magnificent avenue, the envy of the world!
So hurry up, put on a pair of good shoes and a hat in case of sunshine, and head for the Champs-Elysées!
Guided tour of Hôtel de la Païva, a mysterious residence with erotic decorations
The Champs-Elysées harbor many secrets, including the home of the Marquise de la Païva, a former courtesan who had an opulent mansion built, also known as the "Louvre of the ass"... Coming for a visit? [Read more]
L'Obélisque de la Concorde: discover a historic treasure donated by Egypt just a stone's throw from the Louvre
The Obélisque de la Concorde is probably one of the most popular monuments in Paris, along with the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Élysées and the Louvre. In any case, it has been enthroned on Place de la Concorde since 1836, donated by the Egyptian government as a sign of goodwill towards France, and is a source of wonder to visitors passing through, whether they're heading for the Champs-Élysées or the Louvre. Want to know everything there is to know about the monument? We've got you covered! [Read more]
Did you know? The Flame of Liberty on the Pont de l'Alma is not really dedicated to Lady Diana.
At the entrance to the Pont de l'Alma stands a beautiful golden flame, often associated with Lady Diana since her death in an accident. Although it is now an unofficial memorial, the Flame of Liberty is first and foremost a symbol of Franco-American friendship! [Read more]
History of the Pont de l'Alma
Sadly famous since 1997 and the death of Princess Diana, the Pont de l'Alma nevertheless offers a fine view of the Eiffel Tower, and an amazing way to gauge the rising waters during major floods on the Seine. [Read more]
History of the Place de la Concorde
The Place de la Concorde is the capital's largest square. It was here, at the start of the Champs-Elysées, that Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette were guillotined. Today, it is one of the most famous squares in Paris, and its famous golden-tipped obelisk still dominates the city. [Read more]
The Arc de Triomphe, the emblematic monument at the top of the Champs-Élysées
The Arc de Triomphe, the emblematic monument on the Champs-Élysées that sits at the center of the Place de l'Étoile, is a must-see on your visit to Paris! [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]
Ephemeris for October 25 in Paris: Installation of the Luxor Obelisk on Place de la Concorde
On October 25, 1836, the Luxor Obelisk was erected in the center of the Place de la Concorde by order of King Louis-Philippe. Offered to France by the Viceroy of Egypt as a token of goodwill, the monolith arrived in Paris in 1833 after an incredible epic voyage on the waves. [Read more]
August 31st Paris Ephemeris: Lady Diana's fatal accident in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel
On August 31, 1997, after a frantic chase through the streets of Paris with paparazzi, Princess Lady Diana died in a tragic car accident in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel. [Read more]
Ephemeris of August 19 in Paris: The Liberation of Paris
From August 19 to 25, 1944, Paris was finally liberated from German occupation. It was the triumph of the Allies and fighting France, and the establishment of General de Gaulle as leader of a liberated and victorious France. [Read more]
Ephemeris for August 15 in Paris: Laying the foundation stone of the Arc de Triomphe
On August 15, 1806, the first stone was laid for the Arc de Triomphe, built by order of Napoleon 1st to commemorate the victories of the French armies. [Read more]
Ephemeris for August 7 in Paris: Aviator Charles Godefroy flies under the Arc de Triomphe
On August 7, 1919, French aviator Charles Godefroy achieved the feat of flying under the Arc de Triomphe, to the astonishment of Parisians. [Read more]
Did you know? 3 anecdotes about the Place de la Concorde
Do you really know Paris's Place de la Concorde? Today we're revealing 3 surprising anecdotes about the capital's largest square! [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]
Did you know? Why is there an old safe in the basement of the Monoprix on the Champs-Elysées?
Did you know that the basement of the Monoprix on the Champs-Élysées hid an enormous safe door? We tell you the story. [Read more]
Did you know that the Céramic Hôtel and its unusual façade are listed as Historic Monuments?
The Céramic Hôtel, which today is still a hotel named "Hôtel Elysées Crémac Paris", boasts one of the most original façades in Paris. We tell you the story of this Art Nouveau building designed by architect Jules Aimé Lavirotte, winner of the City of Paris facade competition in 1905. [Read more]
JEMA 2025: a weekend of free events at the Petit Palais in Paris
On the weekend of April 5 and 6, 2025, the Petit Palais offers a program of artistic and family events to mark the new edition of the Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art. [Read more]
Journées de l'Architecture 2024 at the Arc de Triomphe: a plunge into the heart of history
The Journées Nationales de l'Architecture 2024 offer a unique opportunity to rediscover the Arc de Triomphe through exceptional architectural tours, from Friday, October 18 to Saturday, October 19, 2024. This emblematic monument, located on the Place Charles de Gaulle - Étoile, reveals itself through captivating tours, allowing us to explore its history and monumental architecture in depth. [Read more]
Attend the rekindling of the flame at the tomb of the unknown soldier under the Arc de Triomphe
Every evening, under the Arc de Triomphe, you can attend a free, silent ceremony in tribute to the soldiers who died for France. At 6.30pm, the Flamme de la Nation, on the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, is rekindled to burn endlessly. [Read more]
The story of the Pont de l’Alma Zouave, the statue measuring the Seine’s spate
Have you heard about the Zouave, the legendary statue of the Pont de l’Alma assessing the level of the Seine during major floods in Paris? [Read more]
The Jardin du Petit Palais, a hidden gem with terrace and café-restaurant
At the heart of the Petit Palais, which is freely accessible to all, all year round, lies an exotic, verdant garden. Like a veritable oasis, it's the ideal setting for a drink in the sun. There's a café-restaurant with a pleasant terrace and deckchairs set up around the peristyle. [Read more]
Square Sainte-Odile, a small wooded park with a pirate playground in the 17th arrondissement
Adjacent to the church of Sainte-Odile, known for its neo-Byzantine architecture, the eponymous square offers a bucolic stroll with, as a bonus, a beautiful playground for children. [Read more]
Restaurants in the Champs-Elysées and Arc de Triomphe area, our top addresses
Looking for a good restaurant close to the Champs-Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe? If you're looking for a good restaurant close to the Champs-Elysées and the Arc Triomphe, we've got you covered! [Read more]
Bacha Coffee on the Champs-Élysées is open: discover this Moroccan coffee palace in Paris
Bacha Coffee Champs-Élysées opens its very first European flagship at 26, avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris, this Thursday, April 17, 2025. This exceptional 1,500 sq. m. venue offers a unique sensory experience with 200 100% Arabica coffees, in a setting inspired by Dar el Bacha in Marrakech. [Read more]
New Michelin-starred restaurant: Origines, chef Julien Boscus's excellent first restaurant
With the opening of his first Origines restaurant in Paris, chef Julien Boscus once again proves to gourmets the full extent of his talent in the kitchen. [Read more]
Kifuné: a genuine Japanese restaurant in Paris
Considered one of the capital's oldest Japanese restaurants, Kifuné is also one of the must-visit addresses promising a sensational and delicious trip to the Land of the Rising Sun, thanks to its rich menu and authentic recipes. [Read more]
Baronne, Paris Society's exceptional restaurant, nestled in a historic townhouse
Baronne, the exceptional restaurant nestled in the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, combines refined cuisine with the majesty of a listed building. With its 19th-century salons, 4,000 m² garden, top-flight grills and intimate bar, the latest Parisian address from the Paris Society group continues to win over the 8th arrondissement. [Read more]
The Petit Palais café-restaurant in Paris is transformed into a concept store
Ideally nestled in the heart of the Petit Palais, in a lush setting, the café-restaurant is sure to seduce. The spot has been transformed into an innovative concept store, with a menu designed by Amandine Chaignot and pastries by Claire Heitzler. We tell you all about it. [Read more]
Bistro Djougo: exceptional meats and inventive cuisine in Paris's 17th arrondissement
Not far from the Arc de Triomphe, Bistro Djougo is a good restaurant address in the 17th arrondissement. The à la carte menu features exceptional meats for the enjoyment of meat lovers, but not only that: the menu also includes inventive recipes, proving that this neighborhood nugget has many trump cards up its sleeve. [Read more]
Suelo's family brunch, with live music and children's entertainment, every Sunday
Every Sunday, the Suelo restaurant in Paris's 8th arrondissement offers its Sunday Brunch, a gourmet Sunday brunch with entertainment for children. [Read more]
Restaurant Monsieur at the Hotel Lancaster Paris: a culinary Tour de France near the Champs-Elysées
Housed in an intimate, century-old hotel just a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, Monsieur celebrates the terroir of France with a monthly menu dedicated to the specialties of a different region. [Read more]
Le Grand Banquet in Paris: a festive broth with comforting dishes, a good idea at Porte Maillot
Located in the heart of the Palais des Congrès, Le Grand Banquet is the place to be for lunch and dinner, with comforting, affordable dishes and festive evenings to liven up the end of the week. [Read more]
Mido Paris, the fine nikkei restaurant at the Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile
The Intercontinental Paris Champs-Élysées-Étoile unveils its restaurant, a nikkei table called Mido Paris. As connoisseurs will have gathered, this is the little sister of a cult address on the Riviera. So, what's the verdict? [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 8th arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Looking for a place to stay in Paris's 8th arrondissement? Discover the hotels, inns and accommodations in this district of the capital. [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 17th arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Find a place to stay in Paris' 17th arrondissement with these recommendations for hotels, hostels and lodgings in the area. [Read more]
Hotel Bulgari Paris, a veritable jewel with restaurant and spa in the Golden Triangle
It's official: the 7th hotel of the Bulgari jewelry house has opened near the Champs-Elysées. Restaurant, bar, spa, penthouse - here's what's in store. [Read more]
CitizenM, the modern pop hotel a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées
CitizenM opens its 4th Paris hotel a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées. Equipped with modern rooms, the hotel features convivial relaxation areas, several sunny terraces and a rooftop overlooking the rooftops of Paris. [Read more]
Hotel Elysia, ideal for a Parisian getaway a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées
The Hôtel Elysia is the hot address near the Champs-Elysées. This 5-star hotel offers a typically Parisian gourmet getaway just a stone's throw from the most beautiful avenue in the world! [Read more]
Monsieur George, the 5-star hotel a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées
Just a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, the Monsieur George boutique hotel is ideal for lovers and gourmets alike. [Read more]
Hôtel Napoléon, Parisian elegance near Place de l'Etoile
The Hôtel Napoléon, located in the capital's 8th arrondissement, is a hotel with an imperial flair, where visitors can discover the French art of living that is the envy of the world. A 5-star, Empire-style establishment, ideal for experiencing Parisian life to the full and feeling right at home. [Read more]
Flanelles, the new hotel in the 17th arrondissement
Flanelles is the new hotel in the 17th arrondissement. Intimate, it features a number of nooks and crannies dedicated to relaxation, a library, a cocktail bar, a spa and a restaurant run by chef Thierry Alix. [Read more]
Grand Powers Hotel and Spa in the Golden Triangle
With 50 rooms, a top-of-the-range spa and a restaurant-bar, the Grand Powers hotel is the confidential address of the Golden Triangle. [Read more]
Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile gets a makeover
The capital's only skyscraper hotel, the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile is a beautiful establishment where every room has a view of Paris and its finest monuments, from the Eiffel Tower to the Sacré Coeur and the Arc de Triomphe. With a vertiginous bar 140m above sea level, a friendly restaurant and comfortable rooms, the Hyatt Regency is making a comeback! [Read more]
La Clef Champs-Elysées, an upscale hotel with an intimate ambience in the Golden Triangle
In the chic 8th arrondissement, La Clef Champs-Elysées offers the comfort of an upscale hotel with the intimacy of a Parisian apartment. [Read more]
The luxurious Hôtel de Berri, its spa and Italian restaurant
Located just a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, the 5* Hotel de Berri, with its huge rooms, spa, bar, Italian restaurant and 3,000 m2 park, is sure to surprise you. [Read more]
Grand Palais: opening hours, prices... everything you need to know about this architectural gem on the Champs-Elysées
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Grand Palais, an architectural gem in the heart of Paris. Discover its captivating history since the 1900 Universal Exhibition and explore its architecture, which blends classicism and Art Nouveau. With over 2 million visitors a year, this iconic building is a landmark of French art and culture. Opening hours, prices, practical information... we've got it all! [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]
Les Apparitions: Reiffers Art Initiatives inaugurates its first "permanent" exhibition
Reiffers Art Initiatives presents Les Apparitions, its first "permanent" exhibition on rue des Acacias in Paris, from February 28 to October 10, 2025. A selection of works from its collection highlights thirteen emerging artists from the French and international scene. [Read more]
L'Odyssée de l'Eau (Water Odyssey): a village on the banks of the Seine to discover sustainable solutions for our oceans, seas and rivers.
Sponsored - From April 24 to 26, 2025, Paris welcomes the Water Odyssey, a 1,000 m² immersive exhibition open to the public on the Port des Champs-Élysées (the banks of the Seine next to the Grand Palais). This unique event invites you to explore sustainable solutions for our oceans, seas and rivers through conferences, demonstrations and sensory experiences. Free admission. [Read more]
Supersonic Mediaeval: Marianna Kennedy seen by Tilda Swinton in an exhibition at Christie's
Discover British designer Marianna Kennedy through the eyes of Tilda Swinton, in a new exhibition presented at Christie's Paris, May 5-11, 2025. [Read more]
The House of Denmark celebrates its 70th anniversary with an exhibition on the Champs-Élysées
From April 10 to May 2, 2025, don't miss the Maison du Danemark's event exhibition, celebrating the 70th anniversary of this cultural institute on the Champs-Elysées, like a journey through time. [Read more]
Jewelry designs, the secrets of creation: a new exhibition at the Petit Palais
The Petit Palais unveils its rich collection of jewelry drawings, in a new exhibition on view from April 1 to July 20, 2025. [Read more]
Worth, the birth of Haute Couture: a new fashion exhibition on the couturier at the Petit Palais
Charles Frederick Worth, the "father of haute couture", takes up residence at the Petit Palais! From May 7 to September 7, 2025, the museum pays tribute to the man who metamorphosed the art of fashion with a never-before-seen retrospective exhibition. A wonderful opportunity to (re)discover the timeless legacy of this visionary couturier who made Parisian elegance shine on a global scale. [Read more]
Révélations: the biennial arts and crafts event returns to the Grand Palais in 2025
It's back at last at the Grand Palais: the biennial Révélations, the international showcase of art and creative crafts, awaits us from May 21 to 25, 2025. Come and discover the skills of artists and craftsmen from all over the world through exceptional new works. [Read more]
Paris: what's that silver tyrannosaurus skeleton on the Port de la Conférence?
Attention contemporary art lovers... If you're wandering around Port de la Conférence, in the 8th arrondissement, you're bound to have seen a large Tyrannosaurus sculpture at the Bateaux-Mouches pier. But what is this silver skeleton? We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Théâtre des Champs-Élysées : Paris's architectural and scenic jewel
Discover the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, a renowned architectural monument and the epicenter of Parisian cultural life. [Read more]
Elysées Lincoln: an art-house cinema near the Champs-Elysées
The Le Lincoln cinema is an independent, art house venue located just off the famous Champs-Elysées avenue. [Read more]
Publicis Cinema: an indie movie theater partnering with Paris Korean Film Festival
Calling all Korean movie fans: one Sunday per month, the Publicis Cinéma welcomes the “Dimanches en Corée” cycle that is very special to the movie theater. [Read more]
UGC Normandie cinema
On the Champs-Elysées, you'll find one of the UGC group's cinemas, the Normandie. [Read more]
Crazy Horse, one of Paris's most emblematic cabarets
In the 8th arrondissement, Crazy Horse hides behind a sober facade that goes (almost) unnoticed. However, once you've passed through the front door, you'll be transported to a completely different atmosphere, as you take in a marvellous show featuring dance, performances and luminous decors. [Read more]
Salle Pleyel: a must-see venue in Paris
Located in Paris's 8th arrondissement, the Salle Pleyel is a must-see venue originally dedicated to symphonic concerts, but now devoted to contemporary music. Opened in 1927, it has played host to some of the greatest names in music, and its Art Deco style is as seductive as ever! [Read more]
Club Barrière Paris: a gaming stronghold on the Champs-Elysées
Sponsored - Want to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a casino, right in the heart of Paris? Head for Club Barrière on the Champs-Élysées! Located on the world's most beautiful avenue, the Club Barrière is the latest addition to France's casino scene. Poker fans can look forward to a wide range of cash games and weekly tournaments. Fans of cash games can wager at the Blackjack, Ultimate poker, Punto Banco or Sic Bo tables. [Read more]
Paris Card Show 2025: the temple of cards and collectibles returns to the Espace Champerret
The Paris Card Show, France's biggest convention dedicated to sports trading cards and playing cards (TCG), returns for a 4th edition on May 17, 2025 at the Espace Champerret. In all, over 3,500 enthusiasts from all over France and abroad are expected for a day at the heart of the trading card universe. [Read more]
Dialogues II: the great choreographers of contemporary dance reunite at the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées
The Théâtre des Champs-Élysées welcomes Dialogues II, an evening of pas de deux by the great names in contemporary dance. New duets and French premieres follow one another from May 16 to 18, 2025, as part of the TranscenDanses cycle. [Read more]
Un Démocrate: Freud, propaganda and power at the Théâtre de la Concorde
The play Un Démocrate invites you to delve into the story of Edward Bernays, to be seen from April 10 to 26, 2025 at the Théâtre de la Concorde. [Read more]
Marion Mezadorian on Craquages: the jubilant art of taking the piss
Marion Mezadorian returns with "Craquages", a show in which she explores with humor and emotion those moments when everything turns upside down. To be seen at the Studio des Champs-Élysées until April 26, 2025. [Read more]
Personne d'autre: an intimate monologue with Aurélie Saada at Théâtre Marigny
Until April 27, Aurélie Saada plays Botho Strauss's "Une lettre de mariage" in "Personne d'autre", a one-woman show directed by Daniel Benoin, in which a monologue on love and solitude is revealed. [Read more]
I Will Survive: The Experience: immerse yourself in the disco madness of Studio 54 in Paris
I Will Survive: The Experience invites you to relive the excitement of the legendary Studio 54 at LeVel Club - Chez Régine, in Paris from March 14 to June 28, 2025. [Read more]
Éric Dupond-Moretti: his show J'ai dit oui extended at Théâtre Marigny
J'ai dit oui, Éric Dupond-Moretti's new show, runs at Théâtre Marigny until June 15, 2025. The former Minister of Justice recounts anecdotes and never-before-published confidences in his grand return to the stage. [Read more]
ARTMS in concert at the Salle Pleyel in Paris in May 2025
ARTMS announces a world tour, with a stopover in Paris this spring. Join the South Korean all-girl band on stage at the Salle Pleyel on Monday May 5, 2025, for a one-off concert featuring ARTMS' debut opus "DALL". [Read more]
The Royal Monceau Film Club, the palace-style cinema in Paris: the program from January to April 2025
The Royal Monceau invites cinephiles to a film session worthy of a palace. Join us in the Katara Room for the Royal Monceau Film Club. Ask for the program! [Read more]
Titanique: Céline Dion's greatest songs in a hilarious show
Nostalgic for Titanic? The Titanique show offers you a new version of the film, but not a tragic one... From April 24, 2025, the Lido 2 Paris hosts a wacky, humorous show revisiting Céline Dion's greatest hits. [Read more]
Urban Art Fair moves to Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées for a new edition
Sponsored - From April 15 to 28, artist Arnaud Liard takes over the atrium of Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées with a unique installation, on the occasion of the Urban Art Fair. [Read more]
Impact Job Fair: a recruitment fair dedicated to impact during ChangeNOW 2025!
Sponsored - The Impact Job Fair by ChangeNOW will take place on April 26, 2025 at the Grand Palais in Paris! This event is organized in collaboration with France Travail, GEO, Jobs that makes sense and Le Parisien. This recruitment fair like no other will feature 600 job offers and 150 recruiters, offering a valuable opportunity for those wishing to make a professional commitment to the transition. [Read more]
Taste of Paris returns to the Grand Palais in May 2025
Every year, the Taste of Paris festival is a unique opportunity for food lovers to discover the very best of Parisian restaurants. Cooking shows, cooking classes, masterclasses and real restaurants await you on site. After several editions in the ephemeral Grand Palais, Taste of Paris will make its grand return to the historic Grand Palais from May 8 to 11, 2025. [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]
Home of Sport: Europe's largest Adidas flagship on the Champs-Elysées, what's new?
The Adidas store on the Champs-Elysées has relocated and reopened its doors on three floors dedicated to sport and lifestyle, with two exclusive areas: a customization workshop to spice up your shoes and jerseys, and the ZZ Suite. [Read more]
Olfactivity: a concept for creating your own bespoke perfume a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées
Want to slip into the shoes of a perfumer? A stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, Olfactivity invites you to create your own fragrance in a playful way, with a concept inspired by cartomancy and numerology that will enable you to design your own tailor-made perfume. [Read more]
The first Jacquemus boutique on avenue Montaigne in Paris
Jacquemus opened its very first boutique on avenue Montaigne at the end of 2022. A regular of pop-ups and other ephemeral spots, this opening created quite a stir during Paris Fashion Week Spring-Summer 2023, and the address is still going strong today! [Read more]
Connect Paris, the unusual concept store
Connect Paris is the place to be for all high-tech and pop culture enthusiasts. In this concept-store, you'll discover a host of unusual treasures that will unleash your passions. [Read more]
Make way for fashion and art on the Champs-Elysées with the new The Kooples flagship - our pictures
This Monday October 31, 2022, The Kooples inaugurated their biggest store in Paris on the Avenue des Champs-Elysées. An atypical and trendy spot where rock’n roll collections are mixed with contemporary art works. Here is what you shall now about this major shopping place in Paris. [Read more]
Maison ELLE: fashion magazine opens hotel in central Paris
ELLE has opened its first Maison ELLE hotel in Paris, near the Arc de Triomphe. A resolutely elegant and relaxed setting, a faithful translation of the fashion magazine's singular universe, reconnecting culture, style and beauty in a very Parisian spirit. [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]
Lancôme Skin Science Club: the free beauty pop-up for everything you need to know about your skin, in Paris
Lancôme opens the doors of its Skin Science Club from April 3 to 30, 2025, a futuristic, free pop-up dedicated to cosmetic innovation, skincare expertise and cutting-edge skincare technology. High-precision skin diagnosis, immersive experiences, workshops, surprises... Skin science has found its HQ on the Champs-Élysées! [Read more]
Lagreeness: an intimate Lagree studio with intense lessons
Do you like Pilates Reformer? Then you've got to try Lagreeness, group sports classes using a Megareformer. The Lagreeness gym offers group and private sessions, in an intimate setting, to sculpt your body. [Read more]
Padel in Paris: the return of the ephemeral 5-star court in the courtyard of the Hôtel du Collectionneur
Want to play padel in a setting worthy of a movie? From March 17 to November 17, 2025, the Hôtel du Collectionneur invites you to smash your way through its lush gardens on Paris's first 5-star padel court. Book your slot from March 17 for this unique experience, combining sport and luxury in the Art Deco ambience of this prestigious address. [Read more]
MO by Faucheur Paris: a tailor-made facial massage near the Arc de Triomphe
In a luminous loft in the 17th arrondissement, the Faucheur family revisits Kobido massage with a tailor-made method for a revitalized, radiant face. With its expert movements and soothing ambience, this ancestral treatment promises deep relaxation and radiant skin. [Read more]
At Black Door Spa Paris, a facial ritual with pool access & a tailor-made product to match
In Paris, a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, the Black Door Spa offers a new concept in the capital. During this personalized experience, you'll enjoy a facial combined with an upper-body massage, using a customized product created in association with Emuage, which you'll keep for yourself at home at the end of the session. As an added bonus, you even have access to the swimming pool, sauna and hammam while your cosmetics are being created. [Read more]
We tested Cible Skin's Culte treatment: a tailor-made beauty experience
In the never-ending quest for beauty and well-being, Cible Skin stands out with a tempting proposition: a personalized treatment based on advanced technology and attentive listening to the skin's needs. We decided to test this famous cult treatment to share our experience. [Read more]
Spa Gemology: treatments and massages based on the benefits of minerals for the skin
Discover the benefits of minerals and trace elements from precious stones, with face and body treatments that give you a new youthfulness, just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe. [Read more]
Maison Elle: Dr. Hauschka treatments for a wellness break in the hotel spa
Maison ELLE, a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, embodies the very essence of Parisian elegance and French art de vivre. In collaboration with Dr. Hauschka, this haven of relaxation offers a private spa for an unforgettable sensory experience. This is your chance to discover the Maison ELLE Signature Body Treatment by Dr. Hauschka, offering you an hour of complete revitalization in a soothing setting in the heart of the capital! [Read more]
Brooklyn Fitboxing: we tried out this concept combining boxing and bootcamp, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe
A new gym is opening near the Champs-Elysées, a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe, from August 29, 2023. During your session, link up boxing and bootcamp moves to let off steam and strengthen your body! [Read more]
Antoine B., pop hair salon & Tokio Inkarami restorative and relaxing treatment
At the Antoine B salon, you'll discover innovative hair care products, including Tokio Inkarami, which restores strength and shine to your hair. [Read more]
M PARTY: children's party at Le Matignon restaurant (8th arrondissement)
Once a month, the Matignon restaurant in Paris hosts a big party for children: the M Party. [Read more]
Petite Forêt, the children's café with workshops and play area, in the 8th arrondissement
It's a café that every mom in Paris should know the address of. Petite Forêt opened in July 2021 in the Beaujon district of the 8th arrondissement, offering a family-friendly space with café, workshops and a small play area. [Read more]
Maman sort danser, parties for mothers and women in Paris
Calling all moms! The 'Mum's out dancing' evenings are entirely dedicated to you, to put some glitter in your life, with your girlfriends! [Read more]
BAM Karaoke Box Etoile, the festive karaoke on the Champs-Élysées
BAM Karaoke Box Etoile has finally opened its doors a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées! Originally scheduled to open in 2020, the festive spot has been waiting to break your voice since September 9, 2021. Warm up your vocal chords, your evening is likely to be melodious (or not). [Read more]
Copperbay Lancaster: an unusual bar with sweet and savoury Mediterranean-inspired cocktails
If you're a fan of unusual cocktails, here's an exotic concept to satisfy your thirst for discovery. At Copperbay Lancaster, you'll discover an unusual menu featuring sweet and savory specialties inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean basin. [Read more]
Vinyl Club, vintage DJ nights in a Parisian hotel
Every Thursday evening, a festive, vintage and musical rendez-vous awaits us in Paris. The Hôtel Lancaster, in the Copperbay bar, is the place to be for a trendy afterwork, a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées. [Read more]
At the Royal Monceau Paris, live jazz band evenings every Thursday with cocktails and tapas
For a cozy evening in a beautiful Parisian setting, head for the Royal Monceau, one of the capital's 8th arrondissement palaces. Every Thursday evening, you'll enjoy a lounge atmosphere with tapas and creative cocktails, while a live band reinterprets your favorite songs jazz-style! [Read more]
Marta, the boudoir cocktail bar and its festive evenings at the Hôtel Barrière Fouquet's Paris
Le Marta, Entourage Paris and Barrière's signature cocktail bar, awaits you Thursday to Saturday evenings in the prestigious Fouquet's Paris hotel. In the heart of this elegant setting on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, refined cocktails, chefs' burgers and electro DJ sets redefine the Parisian night with class. Cheers! [Read more]
ALMA, the new club on Avenue Montaigne opens its doors
ALMA, the new and future favorite Parisian address for night owls, is moving to Avenue Montaigne, in the heart of the Golden Triangle. From November 19, 2022, enter the club's starry lair and escape to other dreamlike lands, with DJ sets and exceptional shows! [Read more]
Amici, the 100% Italian wine bar, on the terrace, a few steps from the Ternes
Good news for wine lovers! Amici, the wine bar straight from Italy located a few meters from the Ternes district, in the 17th arrondissement, will delight you with its Antipasti, Stracciatella, Burrata, Arrancini... Let's go and enjoy the best of Italy! [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 8th arrondissement? Ideas for outings, activities & good addresses
With the world's most beautiful avenue as its standard-bearer, the 8th arrondissement takes us to the heart of Paris' golden triangle. From the Champs-Elysées to the Place de la Concorde, not forgetting the Faubourg Saint-Honoré, we're in for a whirlwind of luxurious addresses and surprising nuggets to discover! Let's take a look at what's on offer in the 8th arrondissement! [Read more]
From Ternes to Batignolles, via Monceau, Porte Maillot and Pereire, Paris's 17th arrondissement is bursting with hot addresses to discover. Here's a roundup of the best restaurants, tea rooms, bars and boutiques in this Parisian district, not to mention the must-see nights out! [Read more]
Enjoy your stroll along the Champs-Elysées!
What to do in Paris's 17th arrondissement? Current addresses and ideas for outings
