As you can imagine, we're madly in love withParis. But did you know that the rest of the Île-de-France region has a magnificent heritage, often little-known, but well worth the detour? That's why we're taking you away from the capital to discover the treasures of the Ile-de-France region. Next stop? Seine-Saint-Denis.
Located northeast of Paris, the 93 department is one of the smallestin France, covering an area of 236km2. Yet this does not prevent it from being the region's most populous, after the capital. Seine-Saint-Denis boasts a fine heritage, one of the best known of which is undoubtedly the Basilica of Saint-Denis, located just a metro ride away and home to the royal necropolis. As you may have guessed, the kings of France are buried here. And that's not all!
So, are you ready to explore the treasures of the 93 region? We've got the must-see places to visit, as well as the best addresses and the latest events. It's sure to be a great day out in the Paris region!
For more discoveries, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make new discoveries and announcements. To make sure you don't miss out on any ideas for outings in Seine Saint Denis, remember to keep this link safe and check the page regularly.
Heritage, cultural outings & walks
What to visit in Seine-Saint-Denis: museums, monuments, exhibitions, the treasures of the 93 region's heritage
Want to discover the heritage treasures of the Paris region? We're off to Seine-Saint-Denis to discover the rich heritage of the 93 region. Museums, monuments and current exhibitions are just some of the cultural highlights you won't want to miss. [Read more]
Family outings
What to do with children in Seine-Saint-Denis? Our favorite family outings in the 93
From the must-see Basilica of Saint-Denis, where the Queens and Kings of France are laid to rest, to the Air and Space Museum, via the bucolic Parc de la Poudrerie, the Seine-Saint-Denis département is a treasure trove of little nuggets to discover with the whole family and the kids: why not take a trip? [Read more]
Where to go out in Seine-Saint-Denis? Activities, leisure and entertainment!
Looking for a great idea for a day out in Seine-Saint-Denis? We're here to tell you what's on right now in the 93 département. Concerts, festivals, entertainment - there's plenty to do with your loved ones! [Read more]
Gourmet spots
Where to eat in Seine-Saint-Denis (93)? Our favorite restaurants in the department
If you're looking for a good restaurant in the 93, we'd like to take you on a tour of our favorite spots in Seine-Saint-Denis! Whether you're a local or just passing through, here are some gourmet spots that are sure to please! [Read more]
Paris Hot Sauce Festival 2024: Tasting and chilli-eating contest at Bar Gallia
Hot sauce tasting and a chili-eating contest are on the program for the Paris Hot Sauce Festival 2024, on September 14, 2024 at the Gallia bar. [Read more]
Anbassa, the coffee-shop with specialty coffees under a 1930s dome in Pantin
Anbassa is the perfect address for coffee aficionados in Pantin, just outside Paris. Here, you'll discover a coffee roaster in a luminous, historic setting, with a sublime 1930s cupola that lets in the daylight. A great spot for a coffee break or for coworking! [Read more]
Jardin21: a green, festive and family-friendly wasteland along the Canal de l'Ourcq
Along the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, between Pantin and de la Villette, Jardin21 is the spot not to be missed this summer. DJ sets on Wednesdays, dance parties on Thursdays, children's workshops on Saturdays and Sundays... there's no doubt that everyone is welcome at Jardin 21: families with baby carriages, party-goers looking for a good bass, teenagers! [Read more]
Le Bloom Café, a family restaurant in Saint-Ouen's Docks district
Just a stone's throw from Saint-Ouen's largest park, Les Docks, Bloom Café is the perfect address for any occasion of the day: breakfast, lunch, brunch, afternoon tea... Family-friendly, affordable and generous, it's a neighborhood restaurant just the way we like them: with an extra soul, good food and a welcome just like home. [Read more]
Discover CinqSens Café's gourmet brunch by Nicolas Paciello
Discover the gourmet Sunday brunch at CinqSens Café, launched by Nicolas Paciello in Pantin. Available every Sunday, with options for the whole family and services dedicated to parents. [Read more]
Storyboard, the bookshop-café a stone's throw from the Puces de Saint-Ouen
A concept store, a coffeeshop and a beautiful hybrid bookshop with a whole collection of graphic novels, comics, mangas and children's books: that's the idea Bess and Julien had when they opened Storyboard in October 2021. Since then, the bookshop has become a place where you can pop in for a coffee, spend hours leafing through the books, or just drop in for a snack. [Read more]
Suzanne et Lucien, star chef Jacky Ribault's bakery and butcher shop in Noisy-le-Grand
Michelin-starred chef Jacky Ribault opens a bakery-butchery in Noisy-le-Grand: Suzanne et Lucien. Long-fermented natural sourdough breads, matured meats from small farmers' cooperatives, pastries made with raw butter, home-made grocery products... Only the best! [Read more]
La Grande bouffe, the Sunday lunch of the MOB House in Saint-Ouen
As we all know, Sundays are family lunchtime, a time for getting together, catching up on the latest news and, above all, enjoying generous, home-cooked meals. At Feuille de Chou, the MOB House's organic brasserie, this same spirit is behind the new Grande Bouffe: a no-frills lunch, à la bonne franquette, to share. [Read more]
