The Eiffel Tower is undoubtedly the symbol of Paris, and on either side of the Seine, the area surrounding the Iron Lady is one of the capital's most attractive districts. Museums, monuments, parks and gardens, as well as restaurants and bars, are legion in these streets.
The Invalides and its golden dome, the Ecole Militaire, the Trocadéro, the Musée du Quai Branly, the Musée Rodin, and on the other side of the Seine, the Musée d'Art Moderne and the Palais de Tokyo... It's possible to spend a whole week just in the museums, monuments and many other places that surround the Eiffel Tower!
If you're planning a stroll through this district, shaped by the World's Fairs between 1867 and 1937, then follow the guide to ensure you have a good time, between culture, architecture and luxury.
The Eiffel Tower: opening hours, access, prices... Discover Paris's most iconic monument
The Eiffel Tower has established itself as the most emblematic monument in Paris. Since 1889, it has watched over Paris and its inhabitants, astonishing visitors and those who see it from afar. Want to find out more? Click here! [Read more]
Hôtel national des Invalides: a landmark in France's military history
Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, the Hôtel des Invalides is an impressive site that plunges us into France's military history. Three museums are housed here: the Museum of the Army, the Museum of the Order of the Liberation and the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs, as well as the tomb of Napoleon 1st, which lies beneath the Invalides dome. [Read more]
History of the Concorde Bridge
Did you know that the Pont de la Concorde was built using ashlar from the ruins of the Bastille Prison? To find out more about this famous Parisian bridge, click here! [Read more]
Saint-Pierre-de-Chaillot church, a curious monument between Byzantine art and concrete in the 16th arrondissement
Nestled in the 16th arrondissement, the Saint-Pierre-de-Chaillot church impresses with its Romanesque-Byzantine architecture in rough concrete, and its exceptional frescoes and tympanum. This monumental edifice, at once austere and fascinating, is home to a unique spiritual and artistic heritage, part of Parisian history. [Read more]
The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides
The Eglise du Dôme and the Eglise Saint-Louis-des-Invalides are in fact one and the same building. We explain it all below! [Read more]
Passy Cemetery, opposite the Eiffel Tower
Situated on the edge of the Trocadero Gardens, Passy Cemetery enjoys an advantageous location. It's easy to see why Edouard Manet, Fernandel and Claude Debussy chose to end their days here, overlooked by the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Ephemeris of September 7 in Paris: The requisitioning of Parisian cabs, the "cabs de la Marne".
On September 6 and 7, 1914, 1,300 Parisian cabs were requisitioned by the French army to send reinforcements to the front line of the Battle of the Marne. The "Taxis de la Marne" carried 6,000 infantrymen, helping to halt the advance of German troops towards Paris. [Read more]
Did you know? The Fontaine de Mars, also known as the Fontaine du Gros-Caillou, bears witness to the 1910 flood.
Discover the Fontaine de Mars, a neoclassical jewel in Paris's 7th arrondissement. Erected between 1806 and 1809, this fountain, which bears witness to the 1910 flood, is a landmark in Parisian history. [Read more]
Did you know? The Eiffel Tower has sported 7 different colors
As the Eiffel Tower celebrates its 135th birthday in 2024, did you know that the Iron Lady hasn't always been this familiar brown? Since its birth in 1889, the mythical Parisian edifice has sported 7 different colors! We'll explain. [Read more]
Did you know? The Eiffel Tower has seen many parachute jumps, the first dating back to 1912.
Parachuting from the Eiffel Tower is not the best idea, as history has amply demonstrated. The first man to attempt the feat didn't survive, in 1912, and he's far from the only one, given the dangerous nature of the act, which is obviously forbidden. [Read more]
Did you know? 4 uncommon little stories about the Eiffel Tower
Symbol of Paris, the Eiffel Tower is the charging monument the most visited in the world! But do you know absolutely everything about the Eiffel Tower? Today, we give you 4 uncommon little stories about this historic building. Here we go! [Read more]
JEMA 2025: discover the art of the bootmaker at the Palais Galliera - musée de la mode in Paris
The Palais Galliera takes part in this new edition of the Journées Européennes des Métiers d'Art, and invites us to discover the art of the bootmaker, on April 2 and 5, 2025. [Read more]
JEMA 2025: demonstrations and a special evening at the Musée d'Orsay
The Musée d'Orsay honors a number of craftspeople at the Journées des Métiers d'Arts, from April 3 to 6, 2025. [Read more]
JEMA 2025: fabric flower-making demonstration at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum
Discover the art of floral upholstery by Maison Lemarié, at the Yves Saint Laurent Museum. A free event to be enjoyed on Thursday April 3, Saturday April 5 and Sunday April 6, 2025, during the Journées européennes des Métiers d'Art. [Read more]
Did you know? Visit an apartment designed by Le Corbusier, at the Cité de l'Architecture
In the permanent collections, enter a life-size reproduction of an apartment designed by architect Le Corbusier. [Read more]
Visit the Palais d'Iéna free of charge: information and history of this unique building in Paris
Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the Palais d'Iéna is an imposing circular building. Designed by Auguste Perret, the building can now be visited free of charge! [Read more]
The battle of the tree masters: a free game-show around the Grand Palais
To coincide with the Journées Nationales de l'Architecture (National Architecture Days), a free, captivating game-show awaits you around the Grand Palais in Paris. From October 19 to 20, 2024, you can immerse yourself in a fantastic adventure combining culture and nature, with a route linking eight renowned cultural institutions. [Read more]
Journées de l'Architecture 2024 at the Cité de l'Architecture in Paris: screenings and film concert
For the Journées nationales de l'Architecture in Paris, the Cité de l'Architecture near Trocadéro is offering a program of screenings and film concerts from October 18 to 19, 2024. [Read more]
The National Assembly opens its doors to the general public free of charge during guided tours
The National Assembly is finally open to the general public outside the Heritage Days, thanks to exceptional guided tours, from October 29, 2022. Discover the heart of French democracy, free of charge! [Read more]
History of the Iena Bridge
Did you know that the Iena Bridge was almost destroyed by a vengeful Prussian general? [Read more]
Palais Galliera Square, a magnificent green setting in Paris
Behind the Palais Galliera, a sunny garden awaits you. Also known as the Square Brignole-Galliera, this pretty green setting is the ideal spot to take a break in a hot spot. [Read more]
The hidden garden of the Institut national des jeunes aveugles
In September, a new spot of freshness and greenery will open its doors to the public near the Duroc metro station. The well-hidden garden of the Institut national des jeunes aveugles will welcome you at weekends and during the vacations! [Read more]
The best places in Paris to enjoy the Eiffel Tower
Here are the best ideas to find the best locations in Paris to admire the Eiffel Tower from! [Read more]
Vedettes de Paris - Treat yourself to the best view of Paris monuments
Sponsored - Located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, Vedettes de Paris offers unforgettable cruises for young and old alike! One-hour cruises to share with your loved ones, to contemplate the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame and many other emblematic monuments of the city of Paris! [Read more]
Restaurants in the Eiffel Tower, Invalides and Trocadero districts, our top addresses
Looking for the best restaurants in the Eiffel Tower, Invalides and Trocadéro districts? Here are the best addresses! [Read more]
Le Jardin: Alain Ducasse's new bucolic terrace restaurant at Baccarat
The emblematic Baccarat townhouse is set to unveil Le Jardin, Alain Ducasse's new green (and gourmet) bubble in Paris, from April 14, 2025. A terrace, bar, orangery and seasonal cuisine for a stylish, bucolic interlude in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Kinugawa Rive Gauche, the new Franco-Japanese rooftop restaurant at Hôtel Sax
A new restaurant with an exceptional terrace is about to open its doors on the Rive Gauche side of Paris' 7th arrondissement. Kinugawa Rive Gauche promises refined Franco-Japanese cuisine in a restaurant overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower, opening on April 4, 2025. [Read more]
Easter tea time at Peninsula Paris 2025, spring tea time
This spring, discover the magic of Easter at the Peninsula Paris, a gourmet experience full of beautiful discoveries. A delicious Easter tea time awaits you from March 19 to April 30, 2025, imagined by Anne Coruble and David Bizet. [Read more]
Lagano: the neighborhood restaurant that celebrates shared cuisine
In the summer of 2024, Lagano opened its doors on the chic Avenue Breteuil in Paris. Since then, this small restaurant, with its relaxed, intimate atmosphere, has been titillating gourmets' taste buds with its world-inspired sharing cuisine, accompanied by an attractive wine list. [Read more]
Pages, the delicate Michelin-starred address, bathed in gourmet Japanese touches
Gracefully blending French products and Japanese techniques, the Pages Michelin-starred restaurant hits the nail on the head, with a delicate touch. [Read more]
Le Vendémiaire, a chic French-style brasserie a stone's throw from Les Invalides in the 7th arrondissement
Vendémiaire is a chic brasserie just a stone's throw from the Invalides. Here, chef Santiago Guerrero twists the classics to offer gourmet plates that demonstrate fine technique while highlighting French terroir, while pastry chef Asia Goncalves unveils refined pastries for dessert! [Read more]
Shang Palace by Tony Xu, we tested the Chinese restaurant at Shangri-La Paris
Shang Palace, the only gourmet Chinese restaurant, has unveiled its new menu under the leadership of its new Chef, Tony Xu. It's time to (re)discover the fine cuisine of this emblematic Parisian restaurant, located within the Shangri-La. [Read more]
Ducasse Baccarat, gourmet dining in the temple of crystal in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 16th arrondissement, Maison Baccarat enters a new era with the opening of the Alain Ducasse Baccarat restaurant, a table combining Michelin-starred cuisine and contemporary art under the glow of crystal. [Read more]
Victoria Paris, the festive restaurant overlooking the Arc de Triomphe in the heart of a private mansion
Le Victoria Paris is a festive restaurant with anachronistic decor awaiting you at the foot of the Arc de Triomphe. At lunch or dinner, you'll discover a classic, masterful menu that's simply gourmet. In the evening, you can party in a chic atmosphere to the rhythm of a DJ set. [Read more]
Le Comptoir de la Traboule, bistronomic highlights and intoxicating vintages
Just a stone's throw from the Champ-de-Mars and the Eiffel Tower, Comptoir de la Traboule whirls up hearty bistronomic dishes and intoxicating cuvées. [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 7th arrondissement? Hotels, inns and accommodation in the district
Where to stay in Paris's 7th arrondissement? Discover our recommendations for hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in the area. [Read more]
Where to stay in Paris's 16th arrondissement? Local hotels, inns and accommodation
Looking for a place to stay in Paris's 16th arrondissement? Find hotels, youth hostels and other accommodation in the area. [Read more]
Hôtel SAX Paris, the new chic jewel of the 7th district with restaurants, spa and rooftop overlooking the Eiffel Tower - photos
Hotel SAX Paris, the new jewel in the crown of Paris' 7th arrondissement, opens its doors on April 4, 2025. Located on Paris's Left Bank, this five-star design hotel boasts two restaurants, including a rooftop, a spa, a heated outdoor pool and breathtaking panoramic views of the capital. [Read more]
Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower, the rooftop hotel with a breathtaking view
At the top of the Hilton Paris Eiffel Tower is a rooftop with a breathtaking view of Paris and the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
JK Place Paris, the hotel with Italian-Parisian charm
The charming JK Place Paris hotel, located on the Left Bank in the 7th arrondissement, reopens its doors. This new 5-star hotel offers some thirty suites and rooms in a contemporary design style. Also on the program is an Italian restaurant called Casa Tua, which is sure to delight your palate. [Read more]
Derby Alma Inwood Hotels, the ideal hotel near the Eiffel Tower
The Hôtel Derby Alma, ideally located a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, reveals an identity imagined by Oscar Lucien. Inspired by the great French Maisons de Haute Couture, this hotel reveals finesse and elegance. [Read more]
The Peninsula Paris, the luxury palace on Avenue Kléber
The Peninsula Paris is set to reopen after 5 years of renovation. Discover this long-awaited hotel, combining design, luxury and comfort at its very best. Just a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe, The Peninsula aims to elevate Parisian luxury hotels to a new level. [Read more]
Shangri-La Paris, the palace that combines Asian hospitality and French art de vivre
Less than four years after opening, the Shangri-La Hotel, Paris has been awarded the coveted "Palace distinction", joining the prestigious circle of Parisian "Palaces". [Read more]
Le Cinq Codet, a charming 5* hotel near Les Invalides
Le Cinq Codet is a charming 5-star hotel on the Left Bank. Located in the 7th arrondissement, a stone's throw from Les Invalides. [Read more]
The Musée du Quai Branly in Paris: a journey to the heart of the world's cultures
The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac, just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, offers a fascinating journey through the world's cultures. This unique museum, nestled in a green setting, is a must for lovers of ethnography and cultural discovery. [Read more]
The Musée des Égouts de Paris (Paris Sewers Museum): discover the underbelly of the capital
The Musée des Égouts de Paris is one of the capital's most cult and unusual experiences, where you can wander six feet underground in a slightly damp atmosphere! [Read more]
Fluctuart, the urban art center and its open-air terrace a stone's throw from Les Invalides
Fluctuart, the first floating urban art center, invites you to discover its exhibitions and rooftop all year round. An artistic spot on the Pont des Invalides, 100% free of charge, for all street art fans! [Read more]
Musée Yves Saint Laurent: opening hours, prices... everything you need to know about this temple to fashion
Housed in the designer's former couture house, the Yves Saint Laurent Museum is a veritable sanctuary dedicated to the couturier and his works. A must-see fashion temple for all haute couture aficionados. Prices, opening hours, reservations... We tell you all you need to know to prepare your visit in the best possible way! [Read more]
Musée de l'Homme: discover the origins, evolution and future of the human species
At the Trocadéro, the Musée de l'Homme invites you to discover the evolution of Man (with a capital "H"), from the first humans to the men of today, on an interactive and educational tour. [Read more]
Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine in Paris, opening hours, tickets and exhibitions
The Cité de l'Architecture et du Patrimoine, located in the Palais Chaillot on Place du Trocadéro, is an exceptional, monumental 22,000 m2 museum housing numerous models, city plans and immense scupltures. Here, you can take an in-depth look at some of the world's most beautiful buildings, and immerse yourself in the world of technology, architecture and urban planning. [Read more]
Palais Galliera, the fashion museum for all haute couture lovers in Paris
The Palais Galliera, located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, is a museum dedicated to fashion and the history of clothing. Special evenings, major events, exhibitions: find out what's new at this magnificent cultural spot. [Read more]
Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris (MAM): An artistic journey from the 20th to the 21st century
The Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris, open since 1961 and located in the heart of the City of Light, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, invites visitors to discover over 15,000 works reflecting the wealth of artistic creation of the 20th and 21st centuries. Open from Tuesday to Sunday, this museum transports us into the world of contemporary art. It's free to visit! [Read more]
The Musée des arts asiatiques - Guimet, an exotic spot in Paris
We take you on a (re)discovery of the Musée Guimet, dedicated to Asian arts. On the program: an exotic tour of historical treasures in splendid surroundings. [Read more]
Palais de Tokyo: opening hours, prices, reservations... All you need to know about the Paris museum
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the Palais de Tokyo, a jewel of contemporary art located in the heart of Paris. Opening times, prices, reservations, nearby transport... Everything you need to know before your visit! [Read more]
Musée national de la Marine in Paris: an art venue for learning and travelling at the Trocadero
The Musée National de la Marine invites you to discover the treasures and challenges of the sea through its permanent collections. Read the latest museum news and plan your next visit. [Read more]
Cinéaqua, the Paris Aquarium in the Trocadéro Gardens
The Aquarium de Paris Cinéaqua awaits you at the foot of the Trocadéro, in its pretty gardens. This historic aquarium houses 13,000 fish and 35 sharks in over 50 tanks. All year round, the aquarium offers activities for children, as well as scientific events not to be missed. [Read more]
Musée d'Orsay: booking, prices, free admission, tips and current exhibitions
Would you like to visit the Musée d'Orsay, one of Europe's most visited museums and home to the world's largest collection of Impressionist paintings? We'll be happy to give you all the tips and tricks you need, as well as the works to discover, the current exhibitions, and the rates and free admission available, so you can make the most of your visit in the best possible conditions. [Read more]
The Musée de l'armée in Paris, a witness to military history in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides
The Musée de l'Armée, located in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides, takes us to the heart of military history through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Find out more about this emblematic museum in Paris's 7th arrondissement. [Read more]
Musée Rodin in Paris: a temple of art dedicated to the sculptor Auguste Rodin near Les Invalides
We're all familiar with The Thinker... But it's not Rodin's only masterpiece! To find out more about this master of sculpture, visit his museum in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. [Read more]
The Musée des Plans Reliefs, a unique collection in Paris
The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns. [Read more]
Discover the free Legion of Honor Museum: a journey through the history of honors
Immerse yourself in the history of honors at the Musée de la Légion d'honneur et des ordres de chevalerie, housed in the magnificent Hôtel de Salm in Paris. [Read more]
The Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération (Museum of the Order of the Liberation) retraces the history of the French Resistance at Les Invalides.
Located in the heart of the Invalides building, the Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération, founded in 1970, is dedicated to the order created by General de Gaulle, and traces the career of those who fought for a free France in the face of Nazi occupation. [Read more]
Center Culturel Hellénique de Paris : opening hours, access... All about the Greek Cultural Institute
The Centre Culturel Hellénique de Paris, the capital's vibrant epicenter of Greek culture, invites you to discover its events and exhibitions all year round. Located at 23 rue Galilée, the establishment is a must for lovers of Greek culture. Opening hours, access, history... We tell you everything you need to know before your visit! [Read more]
AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris
Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike. [Read more]
Yves Saint Laurent's flowers: last days for the colorful fashion exhibition at the YSL museum
Small, large, pink, yellow, white: all Yves Saint Laurent's flowers are on display in the Yves Saint Laurent Museum's new exhibition, on view from September 20, 2024, until May 4, 2025. [Read more]
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Mission Dakar-Djibouti [1931-1933]: Contre-enquêtes, the exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly, our photos
For the first time, an exhibition looks at the conditions of acquisition of over 3,000 objects collected during a famous ethnographic mission carried out in the 1930s in fifteen African countries. "Mission Dakar-Djibouti [1931-1933]: Contre-enquêtes" is not to be missed at the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac from April 15 to September 14, 2025. [Read more]
Tarō Okamoto, Japan reinvented: a new exhibition at the Musée du Quai Branly, our photos
Want to discover one of the great figures of Japanese avant-gardism? Head to the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris from Tuesday, April 15 to Sunday, September 7, 2025 to admire the small exhibition devoted to the multidisciplinary Japanese artist Tarō Okamoto. [Read more]
Oliver Beer, the unusual and free exhibition at the Musée d'art Moderne de Paris
Oliver Beer's contemporary exhibition awaits you at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris: discover a free, immersive exhibition that runs from April 4 to July 13, 2025. More than 3,000 children will reinterpret four of the museum's landmark works in sound and animation. A poetic, collective project to be discovered in the heart of the 16th arrondissement, a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Philippe Perrot, staging intimacy: a singular exhibition at MAM Paris
The Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris is devoting a poignant exhibition to Philippe Perrot, an atypical figure in French contemporary painting, from April 4 to November 2, 2025. A not-to-be-missed event for lovers of intimate narratives, narrative art and dreamlike visions. [Read more]
Gabriele Münter, painting without detours: our photos from the exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris
From April 4 to August 24, 2025, the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris is devoting an exhibition to the German artist Gabriele Münter. Entitled "Gabriele Münter, peindre dans détours" ("Gabriele Münter, painting in detours"), the exhibition invites fans of German Expressionist art to discover some 170 works spanning six decades of creation, including painting, printmaking, photography and embroidery. [Read more]
Matisse and Marguerite, the exhibition at the Musée d'Art Moderne unveiled
From April 4 to August 24, 2025, "Matisse et Marguerite : Le regard d'un père" at the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris invites us to explore the intimate artistic relationship between Henri Matisse and his daughter Marguerite. Through more than 110 previously unpublished works and rare documents, immerse yourself in the creative family universe of this master of modern art. [Read more]
Christian Krohg: the Musée d'Orsay dedicates an exhibition to the Norwegian painter, our photos
The Musée d'Orsay in Paris honors the works of Christian Krohg. From March 25 to July 27, 2025, the famous Parisian museum is devoting a retrospective to this Norwegian painter, virtually unknown in France, with the exhibition "Christian Krohg. The People of the North". An opportunity to learn more about this Scandinavian artist, particularly gifted at capturing everyday life with realism. [Read more]
La Vie est belle: Toqué Frères' joyful and colorful exhibition at Fluctuart, our photos
This spring, Fluctuart invites Les Toqué Frères to its barge! Join us from March 20 to June 1, 2025 to discover "La Vie est Belle", a free exhibition unveiling the colorful, joyful and funny universe of this fraternal duo of artists. [Read more]
Albert Benois exhibition at the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center
Sponsored - First retrospective exhibition by architect and painter Albert Benois from March 14 to May 4, 2025 at the Russian Orthodox Spiritual and Cultural Center. [Read more]
On danse chez vous: Mehdi Kerkouche's participatory event at Chaillot
On danse chez vous returns to the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 17-18, 2025. This dance marathon, imagined by Mehdi Kerkouche, invites the public to celebrate dance in all its forms. [Read more]
Eiffel Follie's: The burlesque cabaret in "franglais" that sets the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel ablaze
Sponsored - A wind of freedom blows through Paris with "Eiffel Follie's", Burlesque Klub's spellbinding burlesque show. With songs in "franglais", flamboyant costumes and stylish stripping, the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel hosts four exclusive performances on May 3, 10, 24 & 31, 2025. [Read more]
Mehdi Kerkouche unveils 360: his new creation at Chaillot
Mehdi Kerkouche presents "360" at the Théâtre National de Chaillot from May 14 to 18, 2025. A participatory, sensory performance by the director of the Créteil CCN. [Read more]
Eiffel Follie's: burlesque cabaret revisited at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel
A new cabaret is born at the Théâtre de la Tour Eiffel! From May 3, 2025, the theater presents Eiffel Follie's, a cabaret show promising to mix glamour, humor and Franglais, while reviving the spirit of the great figures of artistic Paris. [Read more]
Tip: the Guimet Museum cinema is free for all
The Musée Guimet regularly organizes screenings and film cycles on Asian art in its auditorium. All screenings are free of charge. [Read more]
Tour Eiffel Effect, the breathtaking immersive experience on the Eiffel Tower: free gift voucher
Alert friends, a new, never-before-seen immersive experience opens its doors this July 10, 2024 on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Tour Eiffel Effect is the name of this VR team game that will take you on a fantastic adventure to rebuild the Eiffel Tower and fly all around it in the final, apotheosis-like moment. Good news: for the opening, it's free from July 10 to 22 for anyone with a ticket to go up. [Read more]
Bowling Foch, the underground bowling and billiards complex a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées
Feel like bowling? Head for Bowling Foch, an underground complex in Paris's 16th arrondissement, just a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, inviting you to play some crazy games on its many lanes! And for billiards and table soccer fans, tables are also available... It's the perfect place to have fun with family, friends or colleagues, for an afterwork party or just to relax! [Read more]
Fashion-Z, the free festival of New Fashion at the Palais Galliera: workshops, meetings & DJ set
The Palais Galliera is set to become the beating heart of emerging fashion with the free Fashion-Z festival on April 25 and 26, 2025. On the program? Meetings, workshops, exhibitions, DJ sets and musical events to explore and celebrate tomorrow's fashion from every angle! [Read more]
Monogram: the concept store of the famous second-hand luxury platform in Paris
Luxury and vintage, the perfect marriage for second-hand enthusiasts in search of it-bags and other iconic pieces, now has its own temple: Monogram Lab. From authentication to customization, the couture concept store offers a wide range of services dedicated to your favorite items. [Read more]
Be Bearz: pouring painting workshop and bubble tea salon, near the Eiffel Tower
Be Bearz, the new hybrid concept store, pouring painting workshop and bubble tea salon, has arrived with its cute teddy bears a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower. With this painting technique, already all the rage in Los Angeles and Milan, you can create your own work of art, with the added bonus of hot drinks and gourmet treats. A trendy creative hobby within everyone's reach! [Read more]
Fresh Headspa Paris: the hair care and cranial massage center for sublimated hair
Sponsored - In the mood for springtime renewal? Treat yourself to a Headspa or energy cut at Fresh Headspa Paris, and release stress, stimulate hair growth and rebalance your scalp with tailor-made hair care! [Read more]
Races and walks around Les Invalides in aid of Bleuet de France
To help raise funds for the war wounded, Parisians are invited to run or walk between 2.5 and 10 kilometers, starting at Les Invalides, with a route around the monument, on May 11, 2025. [Read more]
Define Studio: a stylish Pilates Reformer where well-being is at the heart of the experience
Nestled between the 16th and 17th arrondissements, Define Studio invites you to discover Pilates Reformer sessions in an elegant, refined setting, where well-being reigns supreme! We were lucky enough to try out one of their sessions, and here's our feedback. [Read more]
Spa Lanqi: an institution of the ancestral art of Chinese massage in Paris
Spa Lanqi is a veritable institution of well-being in Paris. This concept invites you to enjoy cutting-edge treatments based on ancestral know-how. Ready to discover the art of Chinese massage? [Read more]
Dream Machine: a relaxing mind massage at Ho Karan, Burning Bar
Try the mind massage, an immersive experience between relaxation and hypnosis, for a psychedelic half-hour in a pleasant altered state of consciousness, thanks to photo stimulation. [Read more]
Re-connect, a treatment combining massage and Tibetan bowls in the spa of the Shangri-La Paris palace
For the ultimate in relaxation, the Shangri-La spa offers a wide range of treatments, including Re-connect, which combines massage and Tibetan bowls for a relaxing sensory journey. [Read more]
Skin Marceau, an exclusive address for laser hair removal and all dermatological laser treatments
Sponsored - Skin Marceau, an aesthetic medicine establishment, is located in Paris' prestigious Golden Triangle. This center dedicated to aesthetics and dermatology offers a wide range of diversified care and treatments for a multitude of skin conditions. [Read more]
Burning Bar, the Parisian hot pilates studio, in the 16th arrondissement
Following in the footsteps of yoga, pilates has become particularly popular in Paris in recent years: and with good reason, numerous studios have opened in the capital. On Rue Raymond Poincaré, in the 16th arrondissement, a brand-new concept has just opened its doors: it's the Burning Bar, a place to do hot pilates in a warmer-than-usual room. [Read more]
Oceane K. Beauty Room, the hairdressing salon with in-depth hair diagnostics
Just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, the Oceane K. Beauty Room excels in hair diagnostics. The owner, who is also a hair stylist, make-up artist and image coach, has more than one string to her bow. [Read more]
Easter vacations 2025: the children's program at the Musée des Plans-Reliefs
From April 12 to 27, 2025, it's Easter vacation time! To mark the occasion, the Musée des Plans-Reliefs is offering a host of activities for you and your children to discover. [Read more]
L'Atelier Rodin, the kid-friendly space for discovering the sculptor's work with the whole family, is back!
From April 5 to August 31, 2025, the Rodin Museum is reinstalling the Atelier Rodin, to introduce budding sculptors to the work of the French sculptor. A great family outing in the museum and gardens! [Read more]
Burning Bar: hot pilates studio offers childcare facilities
Open since November 2023, the Burning Bar is a sports studio specializing in hot, i.e., sports in a heated room. The team now offers a day-care service for members bringing their children. [Read more]
The Little Prince: a new educational trail at the Paris Aquarium, starting in January
From January 10, 2025, the Little Prince and his friends will be at the Paris Aquarium, offering a new educational tour for young visitors. [Read more]
Good plan for families: free creative workshops every Sunday at Fluctuart
It's the place to be for families and, above all, for children: every Sunday, Fluctuart offers workshops for kids, to introduce them to urban art. [Read more]
Free guided tours for children at the National Assembly
Having already opened its doors to the public, the National Assembly continues to invite citizens to discover this mecca of democracy, from an early age, with a dedicated children's trail! [Read more]
Aquarium Club: two not-to-be-missed evenings on April 18 and 19
Sponsored - Since its inauguration in 2013, the Aquarium Club has established itself as one of the most emblematic venues for Parisian nightlife. Nestled beneath the Place du Trocadéro, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, this club perfectly blends elegance and originality in a unique setting: imagine a New York loft atmosphere backed by a giant 8-meter-high aquarium, featuring some 5,000 goldfish. Two highlight evenings are scheduled for April 18 and 19. [Read more]
The Rooftop Terrace at Peninsula Paris 2025, the perched bar with a breathtaking view
A beautiful rooftop in Paris? The terrace bar at the Peninsula Paris is reopening its secret garden and beautiful view for the 2025 summer season from May onwards. So let's get out there and enjoy a delicious flowery cocktail accompanied by veggie tapas while admiring the capital. [Read more]
Lordy's Thursdays: festive afterworks on the terrace, at the bar of the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel
Spring invites itself to the aperitif, and Lordy's Thursdays return to the Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel from April 3, 2025! Creative cocktails, Mediterranean tapas and live music: the fun, sunny afterwork not to be missed in the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
The Agua Party, an evening of Latin salsa/bachata/kizomba dancing, every Tuesday on a barge.
Every Tuesday, we meet on a barge moored in the heart of the capital for a great evening of Latin dancing accessible to all. [Read more]
Free artistic evenings at the Musée d'Orsay for young people aged 18 to 25
Young people under the age of 26 will be able to enjoy the Musée d'Orsay on a number of free Thursday evenings throughout the year, visiting current exhibitions and attending artistic performances. [Read more]
L'aQuarium: the unusual club in the Paris aquarium - next evenings!
The aQuarium is no ordinary club. The stage faces an aquarium with 5,000 goldfish! This Saturday, April 20, join Melo for a mermaid show! [Read more]
Vesper launches its festive cocktail & sushi bar in Paris
Head to the Vesper Bar to discover its cocktail & sushi bar, open daily from 6pm to 2am. Enjoy a cocktail or mocktail with good sushi in a festive atmosphere. [Read more]
The Botanist Bar at the Shangri-La Paris and its exotic cocktails
The Botanist Bar at the Shangri-La Paris unveils exotic cocktails, imagined as links between countries of the world sometimes thousands of kilometers apart. [Read more]
The terrace of Fluctuart, a cocktail bar in a floating urban art center
Want to enjoy the sun while sipping a good cocktail in a beautiful cultural place? Let's go to the open-air terrace of Fluctuart, a floating urban art center in the 7th arrondissement. It's also an opportunity to admire the breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower or the Grand Palais. [Read more]
Mariage Frères Eiffel Tower, the boutique-tea room
Mariage Frères, the famous and historic tea house, opened a few months ago the doors of a new tea shop in Paris, just a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower. We discover a very chic and colorful decoration, a vast choice of teas and exceptional teapots and in the background a large lounge area where you can relax from lunch to dinner, all overlooking a green patio. A great place to take a gourmet break and fill up on all kinds of teas. [Read more]
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What to do in Paris's 7th arrondissement? Current ideas for outings and good addresses
From the Eiffel Tower to Les Invalides, via Rue Saint-Dominique, the capital's chic 7th arrondissement plunges us back into the Paris of the silver screen. We reveal the latest ideas for outings and the best addresses in this iconic district of the City of Light. [Read more]
From Trocadéro to Passy, via Auteuil, La Muette and Porte Dauphine, Paris' 16th arrondissement is bursting with great ideas for outings and hot addresses to discover. If you'd like to conquer the capital's beautiful neighborhoods, we've put together a roundup of the best things to do and see. [Read more]
Enjoy your walk around the Eiffel Tower!
What to do in Paris's 16th arrondissement? Ideas for going out, good addresses and activities
