The summer vacations are coming up and you're staying in Paris or arriving in the capital during this period. The question then arises: what do you do in Paris during the summer? Between festivals, amusement parks and funfairs, shows and concerts of all kinds, beaches and swimming and the many hot terraces, it's impossible to get bored in Paris. Whatever your budget, Paris has something for everyone. So don't miss out on our many good ideas.
Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Saturday April 20th, 2024 and tomorrow
What's the weather like right now in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Check the weather forecast every day before planning your outings. Whether it's rain, snow or sunshine, cold or hot, fair or foul, the capital belongs to you! Here's your weather forecast for Paris and Île-de-France this Saturday April 20th, 2024 [Read more]
Once summer arrives, Paris transforms itself and even takes on the allure of a seaside resort. On the banks of the Seine or along the canals, a host of festive events offer the chance to enjoy a wonderful program with your feet in the water. In the four corners of the region, swimming and open-air activities delight young and old, the greenest spots are animated bynumerous festivals, and in the evenings, we take advantage of the mild summer nights to transform ourselves into real night owls. A wind of dolce Vita is blowing through the capital, and there are more and more great ideas for outings!
To help you find your way around, we've put together a selection of not-to-be-missed events and activities in Paris this summer! And don't forget to stay tuned, as this page is constantly updated with new announcements and discoveries! So don't forget to check back regularly to make sure you don't miss out on any of the must-see events of the moment!
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Les Grandes Eaux Musicales du Château de Versailles 2024: a poetic stroll not to be missed
The Grandes Eaux Musicales and Jardins Musicaux at the Château de Versailles return to embellish the garden's basins and fountains for a new season. From March 29 to October 31, 2024, enjoy strolls around the estate's groves and fountains in a magical atmosphere worthy of Louis XIV. [Read more]
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes 2024 at the Château de Versailles: a magical trail with fireworks
Les Grandes Eaux Nocturnes returns every Saturday evening from June 8 to September 21, 2024 at the Château de Versailles, as well as on July 14. As night falls, musicians and technicians join forces to bring back to life the evenings of Louis XIV, with large luminous jets of water and fireworks... It's a show you've got to see at least once! Bonus: this year, four exceptional evenings await us: June 28, 2024, July 14, 2024, the Nocturnes de feu on August 15 and the Nocturnes Electro on Saturday, September 21. [Read more]
La Sérénade Royale 2024 at the Château de Versailles, an immersive journey through the court of the Sun King
The Sérénade Royale is one of the highlights of the summer in the Paris region. This immersive experience takes us back to the court of the Sun King, where we discover the leisure activities of the era. The Chapelle Royale, the Galerie des Glaces, the Grands Appartements du Roi et de la Reine and the Cour Royale unveil historic scenes with baroque dancers, sword fights and even theatrical skits. Saturday evenings from June 8 to September 14, 2024, as well as July 14 and August 15. [Read more]
Top terraces September 2024 in Paris: The best places to enjoy the sun
Looking for a terrace to enjoy the Indian summer? Let's take a look at the beautiful Parisian terraces on offer this September 2024. Whether you're looking for a bite to eat or a drink, there's always something going on in Paris. [Read more]
L'Été du Canal 2024, the unmissable festival of Parisian canals, is back!
L'Été du Canal is the must-attend summer event in Paris! And with good news, this Parisian summer hotspot is back from July 6 to August 11, 2024. On the program for this 17th edition are free workshops, floating concerts, street art, open-air cinema and strolls along the Canal de l'Ourcq and the Canal Saint-Denis, as well as the Bassin de la Villette. [Read more]
August 2024 Top terraces in Paris: the best places to soak up the sun
Looking for a nice terrace in Paris this August? There's a wide range of sunny addresses all over the capital! Here's a selection of the must-see terraces in the Paris region this summer! [Read more]
Top terraces July 2024 in Paris: the best places to enjoy the sun this month
In Paris in July, it's time for a place in the sun! If you're looking for a nice terrace to enjoy the Parisian summer, we're here to help you conquer the must-see spots to invest in July 2024 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region! [Read more]
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. [Read more]
The Tour Montparnasse, a 360° view of Paris
The rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse and its open-air terrace offer an impressive view of Paris and its monuments from 210 meters above ground. [Read more]
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history! [Read more]
The Musée de l'Illusion in Paris: a multi-sensory journey that will make you lose your head!
The Musée de l'Illusion awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. Come and enjoy a unique and educational family experience! Immerse yourself in a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down... A multi-sensory visit that's a must. [Read more]
The Sorbonne Library, in the 5th arrondissement
If you're still a student, then you have the chance to visit the Bibliothèque de la Sorbonne, in the 5th arrondissement. A wonderful place to study in peace and quiet. [Read more]
The Richelieu Library, historic birthplace of the BNF
The Bibliothèque Richelieu is one of the most beautiful libraries in Paris. Discover it for yourself! [Read more]
The Mazarine Library, France's oldest public library
The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library. And you can visit it! [Read more]
Tour Saint-Jacques, the ancient bell tower with its sublime view over Paris, open from May to November
The Tour Saint-Jacques, with its panoramic view over the whole of Paris, is open to visitors from May 18 to November 12, 2023. Located just a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, this historic monument is a sight to behold, with its 62 meters and 300 steps. Tours are available in small groups. [Read more]
Rochefort en Yvelines, the pretty medieval village and its treasures to discover in the Chevreuse Valley
Rochefort-en-Yvelines, a charming medieval village in the south of the Haute Vallée de Chevreuse Regional Nature Park, invites you to explore its rich history. If you're a lover of heritage and discovery walks, we invite you to join us in strolling the cobbled streets and discovering its feudal past. [Read more]
Bourron-Marlotte in Seine-et-Marne: discover the artistic nugget and historical gem of a village
Bourron-Marlotte, a charming village in Seine-et-Marne, reveals its rich artistic and architectural past. Between cobbled streets and sandstone walls, embark on a singular exploration of nature, history and culture. [Read more]
Paris Jazz Festival 2024 at the Parc Floral: the program of free concerts
The Paris Jazz Festival returns to the Parc Floral from June 26 to September 8, 2024, with just as many musical talents to discover in a bucolic setting. Here's the program of free concerts! [Read more]
Classique au Vert 2024: the program for the free concert festival at the Parc Floral de Paris
The Classique au Vert Festival returns to the heart of the Parc Floral de Paris from June 26 to September 8, 2024. Classique au Vert invites music lovers and neophytes alike to enjoy a good tempo and good weather with established and up-and-coming artists. [Read more]
La Défense Jazz Festival 2024: free concerts return this summer
La Défense Jazz Festival returns to the Parvis de Paris La Défense from Monday 24 to Sunday 30 June 2024. The opportunity to enjoy new free outdoor concerts at the foot of the Grande Arche de La Défense. See you soon to discover the first names of this new edition! [Read more]
Touquet Music Beach Festival 2024: Bon Entendeur, Feder, Lost Frequencies, ... the program
The Touquet Music Beach Festival returns for its 52nd edition on August 23 and 24, 2024! Come and ride the wave of seaside electro, with two vibrant stages featuring the cream of electro, including Bon Entendeur, Feder and Lost Frequencies. It's an insane way to end the summer! [Read more]
Violet Chachki (RuPaul's Drag Race) debuts at Crazy Horse this summer in Paris
When the world of Parisian cabaret meets the American drag scene, it promises to be a sparkling affair. In Paris, Crazy Horse invites Violet Chachki, winner of season 7 of RuPaul's Drag Race, to perform ten never-before-seen shows from June 24 to 28, 2024. [Read more]
Saint-Denis 2024 Festival: Souad Massi, Blick Bassy... here's the line-up
Join us from May 29 to June 27, 2024 at the Basilica of Saint-Denis for the new edition of the Festival de Saint-Denis. On the program? Renaud Capuçon, Thomas Dunford, Souad Massi, Blick Bassy and Florentin Ginot, Zahia Ziouani and Amandine Beyer. [Read more]
Ile-de-France celebrates theater 2024: free events at leisure centres
The Ile-de-France region is once again celebrating theater at its leisure resorts from July 9 to August 29, 2024. This year, the leisure islands of Créteil, Cergy-Pontoise, Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines and Port aux Cerises will be hosting free shows and workshops (booking required). [Read more]
Sherwood Parc: accrobranche, paintball, archery in an XXL adventure park north of Paris!
Imagine a 15-hectare site with an accrobranche park, quad bikes, archery, an inflatable play area, a labyrinth... With over 25 activities in the Parc Régional de l'Oise, accessible in 30 minutes from Paris by train, Sherwood Parc is THE biggest activity park in France, and it's just been given a facelift. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Aventure Floreval, the family adventure park just outside Paris
Aventure Floreval is a huge accrobranche park that welcomes young and old adventurers in the middle of the forest, with lots of fun activities! In addition to 400 workshops on 22 tree-climbing courses, accessible from age 3, an outdoor escape game, mini golf, an animal farm and a catering area await you. Open until November 3, 2024. [Read more]
Where to play ping-pong or table tennis outdoors in Paris?
Are you a table tennis fan? Good news, in Paris, many spots are equipped with self-service ping-pong tables. Pack your rackets and balls, and we'll tell you where to find them! [Read more]
Aquaboulevard, the family water park in the heart of Paris
The whole family can take a dip in the heart of Paris at Aquaboulevard, a water park where visitors come all year round to enjoy the wave pools, 11 giant slides, whirlpool baths and waterfalls, in an atmosphere maintained at 29°C. [Read more]
Piscine Roger Le Gall, a naturist swimming pool in Paris
The Piscine Roger Le Gall is a swimming spot located in the 12th arrondissement of Paris that offers swimmers an open-air pool on sunny days, a 100% indoor pool, a solarium and dedicated slots for naturist sessions! [Read more]
Where to skate and rollerblade in Paris?
Looking for the best skateparks and rollerparks in Paris? Hold on to your wheels, here are some of the capital's best spots for skateboarding and/or rollerblading in Paris! [Read more]
Port aux Cerises leisure island in Draveil (91): swimming, water sports and tree climbing
The leisure island of Port aux Cerises welcomes the inhabitants of Ile-de-France in a green setting on the banks of the Seine, on a 175-hectare area 20 minutes from Paris. The opportunity to relax in the fresh air with your family, and to enjoy new activities! [Read more]
The Josephine Baker pool in Paris: an open-air floating pool on the Seine
Fancy a swim? We'll take you to the Josephine Baker pool, a floating spot on the stage where you can enjoy an open-air pool! [Read more]
La Maison des Marronniers an idyllic and gourmet yoga retreat within easy reach of
Imagine, a holistic place where you can do yoga retreats and disconnect without leaving the Île-de-France? La Maison des Marronniers is just that, a haven of peace within easy reach of your car, where well-being and gourmet pleasures reign. We take you to this unusual spot that awaits you in Essonne. [Read more]
AccroCamp Rueil, the accrobranche in Rueil-Malmaison (92)
AccroCamp is a chain of tree-climbing courses located just outside Paris, in particular in Rueil-Malmaison. Set in a stretch of forest, Accrocamp offers you the chance to climb up trees on hyper-secure courses accessible from the age of 3. Giant trampolines, ziplines and 15-meter jumps are just some of the challenges awaiting you and your little ones. The good news is that, after a short winter shutdown, Accrocamp reopens at the beginning of February to welcome you, your family and your friends! [Read more]
Top 23 most beautiful villages and walks near Paris, our favorites
Escape around Paris with these 23 must-see getaways within 100 km of the capital. [Read more]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]
The Albert Kahn Museum's superb Japanese garden and other gardens that take us on a journey
The Musée Albert Kahn, which has just reopened its doors, unveils sublime gardens that are a must-see. Conceived as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery. [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 green 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]
The magnificent Japanese garden at Square Médéric in Colombes
Square Méréric, a pretty neighborhood park in Colombes, boasts a 3,800 m2 Japanese garden featuring bamboos, maples, pruned trees, azaleas and pagodas. It's the perfect place to get away from it all. [Read more]
Parc Astérix celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2024, reopening date and programme
Parc Astérix is set to reopen its doors on March 30, 2024. And this special year, celebrating 65 years of Asterix and 35 years of the Park, promises many surprises. A new attraction, a musical and a new float are all on the agenda. [Read more]
Science Expériences, the ideal family outing for the Easter vacations
Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children... [Read more]
The Parc Floral de Paris Vincennes, its sublime gardens and events
The Parc Floral is the largest park in Paris, located in the Bois de Vincennes, a stone's throw from the Château. In addition to its superb vegetation, it's a giant park with outdoor games for children, mini-golf, Rosalie rides, exhibitions and sales, shows, a butterfly hothouse and many other treasures. [Read more]
Saint-Mammès, the charming waterside village in Seine-et-Marne (77)
Grab your Navigo pass and head off to Seine-et-Marne for a stroll along the quays at Saint-Mammès, a picturesque village in the 77. [Read more]
Unusual visit: Relive the construction of the Eiffel Tower in VR!
Looking for an unusual way to visit the Eiffel Tower? Take an immersive virtual reality tour at the foot of the Iron Lady and immerse yourself in its history, during the 1889 Universal Exhibition. Take advantage of an Easter vacation PROMO CODE. [Read more]
88 Ménilmontant: La Bellevilloise's short-lived summer wasteland opens up to us
88 Ménilmontant reopened its doors on April 12, 2024, offering a green wasteland terrace and boutique workshops in the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement. [Read more]
Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view is back!
Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days this April 26, 2024. We're off to find this splendid spot just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon, with its verdant setting, unique sunset and gourmet menu... all perched 60 meters high! [Read more]
Le Café de l'Homme: the Trocadéro's terrace restaurant with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower
Café de l'Homme boasts one of the finest views of the Eiffel Tower. We're off to discover this restaurant, whose terrace offers a breathtaking view of the Trocadero and the Iron Lady. [Read more]
Il Giardino, the Italian terrace at Les Jardins du Faubourg in Paris
Il Giardino is the name of the restaurant at the Hôtel des Jardins du Faubourg in Paris. On the Saint-Honoré side of the 8th arrondissement, discover Chef Davide Pecorella's lovely Italian cuisine in the lush, green setting of his hidden terrace. [Read more]
Polpo Plage, return of the beach terrace on the Seine with Marina and electric boats
Polpo plage reopens its doors! Now you can enjoy a lovely summer beach terrace with your feet in the sand, plus a marina where you can take a boat trip on the Seine! [Read more]
Le Rooftop de la Villa M, restaurant and terrace bar
Looking for the best rooftop terraces in Paris? The Rooftop de la Villa M, in the 15th arrondissement, opens its relaxing oasis from April to September. How about a bit of height? [Read more]
MUN, the superb rooftop on the Champs-Elysées
MUN is the name of a Parisian rooftop restaurant that's sure to please. Located on the avenue des Champs-Élysées, this Japanese-style restaurant, designed by Paris Society, awaits you for a gourmet moment with a beautiful view. [Read more]
Le Perchoir Porte de Versailles: a rooftop terrace-restaurant at the heart of an urban farm
Discover Le Perchoir Porte de Versailles, a must-visit rooftop restaurant located in the heart of Europe's largest urban farm, nestled in Paris. A beautiful terrace for a drink, brunch or lunch and dinner, with a menu that respects the environment and uses local produce, it's sure to be a good time. [Read more]
Rose Bakery at the Maison de Balzac, the café-tea room and terrace in a bucolic garden
A confidential coffee shop tucked away in the hidden, leafy garden of the Maison de Balzac, here's something to tempt us. With its all-organic, homemade menu, luminous setting overlooking a relaxing garden and Eiffel Tower view, it's hard not to be seduced. [Read more]
Bachir and his delicious organic Lebanese ice creams in Paris
Ice cream fans will tell you, Bachir's Lebanese ice creams are delicious and gourmet. It's simple, there's a line every weekend for his signature pistachio-covered ice cream cones. With milk flower, rose petal, almond, lemon, pistachio or chocolate ice creams, Bachir offers 12 unusual ice creams, made without cream, but with milk and edible putty, a Lebanese specialty. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From June 20th, 2024 to September 22th, 2024
Recommended age
For all
Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Saturday April 20th, 2024 and tomorrow
