Rarely visited by tourists passing through the capital, Paris' 19th arrondissement is the ideal place to relax, with its large green parks, headed by the Parc de La Villette, the Parc des Buttes Chaumont and the Parc de la Butte du Chapeau-Rouge. It's also a district of the capital that reveals to the most discerning walkers little hidden villages of incomparable charm, like the Mouzaïa district and the Campagne district in Paris (it's all in the name!).
The La Villette district is also an ideal place to visit with the whole family. Indeed, it's impossible to get bored for a single second in the area, given the program for young and old alike at the Cité des Sciences, the Cité des Enfants, and also the Cité de la Musique, for the more music-loving among you! And if you feel like it, you can even take a trip to the MK2 Quai de Seine or across the road, to the MK2 Quai de Loire, to have a look around!
So, how about a little tour of Paris's 19th arrondissement, from La Villette to Buttes Chaumont? Follow the guide!
The unusual Saint-Serge de Radonège church in Buttes-Chaumont: A hidden Parisian treasure
In the heart of Paris's Buttes-Chaumont district lies the unusual Saint-Serge de Radonège church. Not visible from the street, in the 19th arrondissement, this church is an architectural nugget waiting to be discovered. [Read more]
Do you know the terrible and gloomy history of the Buttes-Chaumont park?
Before being this beautiful bucolic park, the Buttes-Chaumont had a very gloomy history, and saw many deaths over the centuries. There is a good reason behind the name of the Pont des Suicidés (Suicide Bridge) which overlooks the park... [Read more]
JEMA 2024 in Paris: discover the art of fashion and decoration at 19M
Are you passionate about fashion and decoration? Then we've got a good plan for you: from April 3 to 5, 2024, head to 19M to discover the events organized during the Journées des métiers d'art. [Read more]
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris's largest charming mountain park
The Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is one of the largest green spaces in Paris. For a jog, a picnic or a walk in the countryside, this large green setting is a must. [Read more]
Parc de la Butte-du-Chapeau-Rouge: a little-known green spot in the 19th arrondissement
Looking for an undiscovered spot to relax on the grass? Not far from the famous Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, a verdant garden awaits you in the 19th arrondissement. Parc de la Butte-du-Chapeau-Rouge. [Read more]
Passenger Gardens at Parc de la Villette
The passenger gardens have expanded and invite young and old to discover their new spaces. Come and discover or rediscover this new landscaped area. An ideal family outing, with the kids, to wander through these educational gardens and discover the plants and their secrets. [Read more]
The secret villages of the 19th arrondissement
Looking for some fresh air? Then climb up to 100 meters above sea level on the discreet Butte Bergeyre! [Read more]
A stroll through the Mouzaïa district
In the Mouzaïa district, everything is luxury, calm and pleasure. Shall we show you around? [Read more]
Free rooftop, the Philharmonie's Belvedere reopens with an exceptional view
Fancy a free rooftop? Head for the roof of the Philharmonie de Paris, overlooking the Parc de la Villette, which is once again open to us from April to October. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny. [Read more]
Water and dreams, the botanical barge-library on the Canal de l'Ourcq
On the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, you'll find an unusual barge, which contains treasures of lush greenery and literature. A small café-restaurant is hidden in this unique botanical bookstore with its feet in the water, the ideal place to germinate good ideas! [Read more]
Boats without a license for an original trip in Paris
Did you know that? In Paris, it is possible to rent boats without a license by the hour, to sail on the bassin de la Villette. Here is an original idea to enjoy the capital! [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris's 19th arrondissement: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good address in the heart of Paris' 19th arrondissement? Our recommendations are there for you! Here are our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes
Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes. [Read more]
Boom Boom Villette: we tested the first Food & Leisure Market in the heart of La Villette
Boom Boom Villette is France's first Food & Leisure Market, taking the place of Vill'Up at La Villette, and offering a wide range of restaurants and leisure establishments. We tried out the food section, and tell you all about it! [Read more]
Pingwoo, the cozy brunch address, moves to BoomBoom Villette
New! Pingwoo tearoom, a specialist in kawaii cat lattes and renowned for its attractive brunch, has moved! The new 19th arrondissement entertainment venue, BoomBoom Villette, is the place to be for moments of indulgence in a bigger room! [Read more]
L'Envol, Thibaut Spiwack's restaurant high above the Philharmonie de Paris
Thibaut Spiwack and Sarah Ledu open L'Envol, their cozy little nest high above the Philharmonie de Paris. To be discovered at the end of January. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat brunch at La Petite Halle (19th arrondissement), with wood-fired pizzas
Starting this Sunday, November 5, 2023, La Petite Halle is inaugurating its brand-new brunch, with an all-you-can-eat menu (yes, yes), designed around its unmissable wood-fired pizzas. [Read more]
BooloFood, the affordable restaurant with generous African cuisine in the 19th arrondissement
Rue de Joinville, just a few minutes' walk from the large Parc de la Villette, is home to BooloFood, a small, friendly neighborhood restaurant with a generous menu, well-balanced cuisine and affordable prices. [Read more]
Botza: the gourmet spot a stone's throw from Buttes Chaumont
Fancy some fine Franco-Italian cuisine? Head for the Botza bistro, nestled in the heart of Buttes Chaumont, which combines the charm of Parisian brasseries with the delicacy of French-style pizzas. A gourmet haven where tradition meets modernity! [Read more]
Le Café du 19M, the creative gourmet address of the Manufacture de Mode Chanel
Nestled in the Galerie du 19M, an exhibition space in the heart of the Chanel art house headquarters, Café du 19M is the must-visit gourmet spot for fashion and textile addicts. Here, art meets gastronomy through the creative and committed cuisine of chef Laurine Marty, with colorful dishes based on seasonal produce. [Read more]
Ventrus, the nomadic, eco-responsible restaurant returns to the Parc de la Villette
Nomadic and eco-responsible, the Ventrus restaurant, which blends cuisine, ecology and architecture as close to nature as possible, returns to the Parc de la Villette for a second season, from October 26, 2022 to May 2023. In charge of the kitchens will be Mexican chef Alberto Rebolledo, in residence until Christmas, followed by other young chefs. After that, Ventrus will set off on new adventures in France! [Read more]
Lynn's Paris, the cosy and gourmet bubble tea coffee shop in Belleville
Lynn's Paris is the new coffee shop - tea room, cozy and warm, which opened its doors in the Belleville district. It's the ideal spot to have brunch all week or to offer yourself a bubble tea with a good pastry. [Read more]
Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie: scientific discoveries and fun for all the family
The Cité des sciences et de l'industrie is packed with fun and educational exhibitions for the whole family to discover, in the heart of the Parc de la Villette. It's the perfect place to learn all about the world around us! [Read more]
Bio-inspired, the new permanent exhibition at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie
Look out, here it is: the new permanent exhibition that will fascinate us endlessly. "Bio-inspired" takes place at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie from September 18, 2020. A nice introduction to talk about environment and sustainable solutions with children and older. [Read more]
Earth objectives: the satellite revolution
Objectif Terre : la révolution des satellites (Earth Targets: The Satellite Revolution) becomes a permanent exhibition at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie on June 16, 2009. Come and plunge into the heart of space applications, and discover space and the Earth as you've never seen them before! [Read more]
Metal at the Philharmonie de Paris: the major exhibition dedicated to extreme music, our photos
Extreme music comes to the Philharmonie de Paris! The famous hall nestled in the 19th arrondissement of Paris is hosting the "Metal" exhibition from April 5 to September 29, 2024. It's an opportunity to find out more about this musical genre, which continues to attract a huge following. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool: the designer's free fashion & sports exhibition at Galerie du 19M
Galerie du 19M reveals the new era of sports fashion with the free exhibition: "Figure Libre. Stéphane Ashpool". From March 27 to June 16, 2024, the designer unveils his couture-streetwear universe in a dialogue of fashion, music, photos and video, at the heart of the Manufacture de Mode Chanel art gallery. [Read more]
Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel: art gallery, creative workshops, café & couture houses
Le 19M, la Manufacture de Mode Chanel, located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is home to eleven Maisons d'art, as well as a gallery hosting free fashion exhibitions and a café. A must-see! [Read more]
100% L'EXPO 2024: dates and programme of the free contemporary exhibition at La Villette
100% L'EXPO is a free, not-to-be-missed art festival to be seen from March 27 to April 28, 2024, at the Grande Halle de La Villette. The exhibition brings together a host of young artists just out of school, for an unprecedented discovery of the art of tomorrow. [Read more]
En amour, the immersive, interactive installation at the Philharmonie de Paris
Take part in a unique, interactive and immersive experience, with the installation En amour, presented at the Philharmonie de Paris from February 9 to August 25, 2024. [Read more]
Circulation(s) 2024: the dates of the European festival of young photography at Le Centquatre
The Circulation(s) festival returns to 104 from April 6 to June 2, 2024. For 14 years, this event dedicated to young European photography has been a not-to-be-missed fixture in Paris. [Read more]
Précieux déchets, the exhibition to help you consume differently, at the Cité des Sciences
From December 5, 2023 to September 1, 2024, the Cité des Sciences is hosting a brand new exhibition, Précieux Déchets, inviting us to become aware of the waste we generate, how to reduce it or reuse it to give it a new life. [Read more]
Mission spatiale, the new permanent exhibition in the stars at the Cité des sciences
Take a trip into space from October 23, 2023 at the Cité des sciences et de l'industrie, with a new permanent exhibition on the conquest of space. [Read more]
Urgence Climatique, the Cité des Sciences exhibition to raise awareness
The Cité des Sciences is a bustling family place, a veritable paradise for young and old alike, where there is always something to do, discoveries to explore and lots of information to learn. The place hosts its latest permanent exhibition, Urgence climatique, starting May 16, 2023. [Read more]
MK2 quai de Seine/Loire: two waterfront cinemas in Paris
A movie, a riverside terrace or even a boat rental ... all this is possible on the banks of the Bassin de la Villette in Paris's 20th arrondissement, where two of the MK2 cinemas are located. [Read more]
IMAX, 4DX and Screen X at Pathé la Villette
At the Pathé la Villette cinema, take advantage of a range of technologies for an unusual cinema experience, and discover the Pathé Kids area, the Pathé Gaumont group's only cinema dedicated to children. [Read more]
UGC Ciné Cité Paris 19 movie theater facility
With 14 rooms available, UGC Ciné Cité Paris 19 set in Paris 19th arrondissement provides a large range of domestic releases for several weeks. [Read more]
Screen X, the immersive cinema experience at Pathé La Villette and Beaugrenelle
As of July 18, 2018, Pathé cinemas in La Vilette and Beaugrenelle are offering cinema screenings unlike any other... Entitled Screen X, these new-style cinemas give viewers a wider 270-degree view of the screen. We did the test, our verdict! [Read more]
Zénith de Paris: a must-see venue at La Villette
The Zenith de Paris, located in the La Villette district of Paris, is one of the capital's most emblematic concert halls, thanks to its history and its many shows by national and international artists. [Read more]
The Riddler: the immersive escape game in the heart of GCPD at Batman Escape
Save Batman and Gotham City from the mad brain of the Mystery Man... That's what The Riddler offers you, an escape game based on the iconic DC Comics super-villain, to be discovered at Batman Escape, in Boom Boom Villette. Join the GCPD and go in search of the king of riddles, who's determined to spread panic throughout the city... and the police station. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Seven Squares: we tested the new indoor leisure space at Boom Boom Villette
Looking for an unprecedented playful adventure in Paris? Head for Seven Squares at Boom Boom Villette, an indoor leisure space that opened its doors on April 4, 2024. From digital bowling to virtual reality, laser tag and interactive mini-golf, this gigantic 5,000m² leisure space promises an immersive experience for gamers, families and children alike... We've been there, we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Satire à balles réelles, a darkly humorous stand-up show at Paris de l'humour
Sponsored - 1h stand-up, 300 trials. Between emotion and black humor, Satire à balles réelles takes you on a funny and touching journey, every Saturday night at Paris de l'humour! [Read more]
Batman Escape : La Batcave, the escape game in the lair of the Bat Man at Boom Boom Villette
Attention Batman fans! Ever wanted to sneak into the Batcave? It's possible at Batman Escape, an escape game in the 19th arrondissement, in the heart of Boom Boom Villette. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Black Keys in concert at the Zénith de Paris in May 2024
Double the pleasure for Parisian fans of The Black Keys! This spring, the American rock band takes to the Zénith de Paris - La Villette twice, on Sunday May 12 and Monday May 13, 2024, less than a year after their last two shows in the capital. [Read more]
An unusual metal fashion show at the Philharmonie de Paris
While many of you are familiar with metal music, have you ever heard of metal fashion? This spring, to coincide with the Paris exhibition devoted to extreme music, the Philharmonie de Paris studio is opening its doors to an unusual performance in the form of a metal fashion show. The event is free of charge (reservation required) on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. [Read more]
Star Academy: 2024 tour at the Dôme de Paris, Zénith de La Villette and Accor Arena
To coincide with the return of Star Academy on TF1, the show announced a tour in 2024, with two concerts scheduled at the Dôme de Paris - Palais des Sports on Friday March 22 and Saturday March 23. In response to demand, two new dates have been added at the Zénith de la Villette on Sunday May 5 and at the Accor Arena on June 8, 2024. [Read more]
Itzy, the female K-pop group, in concert at the Zenith in Paris in April 2024
If you're a fan of K-Pop, then perhaps you've heard of Itzy? On the occasion of a world tour, the all-female group from South Korea has announced a unique concert in Paris, not to be missed at the Zénith de La Villette on Friday, April 26, 2024. [Read more]
Hellfest Warm up 2024: Rise of the Northstar, Benighted and Ten56 in Paris
The Hellfest Warm up Tour is back, with 15 dates scheduled across France in spring 2024. In Paris, head for the Cité de la Musique on Thursday, May 2, to bang to the sounds of Rise of the Northstar, Benighted and Ten56! [Read more]
Acting for a feminist world: the Empow'Her NGO festival at the CENTQUATRE
For the fourth year, the Empow'her festival celebrates the women who shape the world, from April 19 to 21, 2024, but this time at the CENTQUATRE! On the program: reflections on feminism, including conferences, workshops, meetings, concerts and exhibitions. [Read more]
On the other fish, the creative and colorful store for affordable and unique gifts
On Rue Sadi Lecointe, between the Parc des Buttes Chaumont and the Bassin de la Villette, lies one of the most original boutiques in Paris: On the other fish, a veritable Ali Baba's cave of personalized gifts and other treasures. [Read more]
The Pailleron swimming pool in Paris: an art deco bathing venue listed as a historic monument
Would you like to swim in the heart of a historic site? The Espace Pailleron swimming pool in Paris's 19th arrondissement offers you a listed art deco setting. [Read more]
The Georges Hermant swimming pool in Paris, an Olympic-size pool with a sunroof for sunny days
The Georges Hermant swimming pool in Paris, a stone's throw from the Parc des Buttes Chaumont, is one of the few addresses to offer swimmers an Olympic-size pool. What's more, thanks to its sunroof, the pool can be uncovered on sunny days, giving you the chance to soak up the sun! [Read more]
The Pailleron skating rink, for skating all year round
The Pailleron skating rink lets you glide on the ice all year round. It occupies the ice area of the Pailleron sports center in Paris's 19th arrondissement. The rink regularly organizes theme evenings, so stay tuned! [Read more]
Konpa evenings & classes for beginners at weekends in Paris: Learn to dance Kompa, Kizomba, Semba, Salsa and Bachata at low prices.
Sponsored - A unique activity for singles, couples or groups of friends looking for an exceptional experience. Let yourself be tempted by konpa through several dance classes: Kizomba, Semba, Salsa and Bachata during the weekend of Saturday May 4 and Sunday May 5, 2024 at Movida Club in the 19th arrondissement. [Read more]
La Cité des Enfants, to marvel at and discover the world around us from ages 2 to 12
The Cité des enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the ultimate Parisian place for learning and experimentation. With its two routes, reserved either for 2-7 year-olds or for 5-12 year-olds, children discover the world around them using their five senses. [Read more]
Tortuga Island, Boom Boom Villette's indoor adventure playground
At the heart of Boom Boom Villette, Ile de la Tortuga is the 19th arrondissement's new playground for children aged 0 to 12. [Read more]
The Boom Boom Villette kids club: free entertainment for children every Saturday and Sunday
Every Saturday and Sunday, from 12pm to 4pm, Boom Boom Villette, the brand-new foodcourt in the 19th arrondissement, offers free entertainment for children in its kid-friendly area. [Read more]
The Children's Philharmonic, a fun place to learn all about music
The Philharmonie de Paris is home to the Philharmonie des enfants, a 1,000 m² space dedicated to introducing children aged 4 and over to music. From toddlers to older children, there's something for everyone in this kid-friendly space! [Read more]
La Cité des Enfants, to marvel at and discover the world around us from ages 2 to 12
The Cité des enfants at the Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie is the ultimate Parisian place for learning and experimentation. With its two routes, reserved either for 2-7 year-olds or for 5-12 year-olds, children discover the world around them using their five senses. [Read more]
Le Jardin du Dragon: the must-see children's playground at Parc de la Villette
The Parc de la Villette is one of the capital's largest parks: combining sport, large lawns and ruby-red infrastructures, the park is the playground of families and children, who have a blast in the outdoor play areas. [Read more]
Little Villette, the free children's spot in the Parc de la Villette
Little Villette is a 1,000m² space entirely dedicated to children and families, just a stone's throw from the Grande Halle de la Villette. What's on offer? A wide range of free activities: reading corner, Lego, board games, circus, coloring and Little Ciné (cinema screenings) are available every weekend! [Read more]
Pomme, the family life space for parents and children in the 19th arrondissement
In the Laumière district, a stone's throw from the Bassin de la Villette, it's a kind of cocoon, a bubble where parents can take refuge to unwind, a caring place where children are invited to develop at their own pace: Pomme is the oasis for families, and definitely a must for the whole district. [Read more]
Celebrate your child's birthday with music at the Children's Philharmonic
To organize a birthday party that your child will remember, surely the Children's Philharmonic, in the heart of the Philharmonic of Paris, is the ideal place for a successful birthday party, from 4 to 10 years old. [Read more]
Samedisco, Solarium, Roulade Tonique, upcoming events at La Rotonde Stalingrad
La Rotonde Stalingrad is the sacred haunt of gourmands and party-goers in Paris's 19th arrondissement! Restaurant, bar, terrace and club, this multi-faceted address is also a must for night owls in search of ultra-sharp, festive evenings, with its Mini Club featuring the best DJs on the Parisian electronic scene. [Read more]
Thunder, Club Sauvage, Evphoria, upcoming events at the Glazart
Glazart, the temple of underground culture in Paris, has become a major venue for the creation and dissemination of contemporary music. With its cutting-edge, eclectic programming, this concert/clubbing venue offers a unique festive experience at the forefront of musical creation. [Read more]
The TLM, the new living space on the Petite Ceinture in the 19th district, accessible and supportive of others
TLM is the spot that's waking up the Little Belt in Paris's 19th arrondissement. After closing for renovation, the TLM, located at 105 rue Curial in Paris's 19th arrondissement, reopened on March 26, 2024. This project, initiated by the Au fil du Rail collective following a call for projects from the SNCF, transforms a former railway hall into a living space dedicated to culture, sustainable fashion and responsible food, with the ultimate aim of bringing together all publics from all walks of life. [Read more]
Kilomètre25: open-air techno and house parties back under the ring road, next dates
From May 3, 2024, get ready for Kilometre25, the open-air venue located under the Paris ring road between Paris and Pantin. On the program, as last year, are techno and house nights with a bang, mixing international figures and Parisian collectives! [Read more]
Le Paon Qui Boit, the first alcohol-free cellar in Paris for a successful Dry January all year around
Alcohol is not compulsory when it comes to having fun and Paris’ first alcohol-free cellar will not tell you otherwise! Le Paon Qui Boit invites you to discover plenty of delicious and surprising drinks by the Buttes Chaumont. [Read more]
Paname Brewing Company: The beer bar on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq
The Paname Brewing Company is one of Paris's leading beer bars. With its waterside terrace and wide selection of craft beers, it's the place to go in Paris. [Read more]
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What to do in the 19th arrondissement of Paris: ideas for outings and good addresses
The 19th arrondissement is full of great ideas for outings with family and friends alike. From the Parc de la Villette and its crazy program to the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont and its beautiful landscape, not forgetting the Canal de l'Ourcq with its barges and river cruises, under the eye of the Rotonde Stalingrad. [Read more]
Enjoy your visit to Buttes Chaumont and La Villette!
What to do in the 19th arrondissement of Paris: ideas for outings and good addresses
