The All Saints' vacation runs from October 21 to November 5, 2023. Are you off on a family trip to the Paris region? Well, during the school vacations, there's plenty to keep young and old alike happy. So, are you ready to enjoy some great Parisian adventures with the kids?
And what if we told you that you could take full advantage of the great events in and around Paris without spending a cent? In this guide, you'll find lots of ideas for free family outings during the All Saints' Day vacations. Perfect for preparing your stay and keeping the kids busy. One thing's for sure: you'll be coming back to school with lots of great memories!
And do you know what? This guide is updated as we post new announcements and make new discoveries. To make sure you don't miss out on any of the free ideas for the All Saints' Day vacations , don't forget to check this page regularly.
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]
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on April 5, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors free of charge to all visitors, on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: April 5, 2024 . [Read more]
The Musée Bourdelle, a free museum-workshop dedicated to the sculptor in Paris
The Musée Bourdelle, dedicated to the famous sculptor, awaits you in the 15th arrondissement, with an itinerary designed for adults and children alike. As an added bonus, there's a café-restaurant perfect for prolonging the visit. [Read more]
The Fragonard Perfume Museum: a little-known treasure just a stone's throw from the Palais Garnier
The Musée du Parfum Fragonard is an iconic museum that delights the senses with its presentation of the art of perfumery. Young and old alike can enjoy this unusual museum, which takes us on a journey through the history of perfume. Don't miss the free tours among the incredible smells. [Read more]
Victor Hugo's house in Paris, an artistic plunge into the world of the famous author
The Maison de Victor Hugo is tucked away on the Place des Vosges in the heart of Paris. This museum dedicated to France's most famous author lets us discover the apartment where the artist and his family lived. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris at the heart of the construction site, the free exhibition under the forecourt in photos
The Notre-Dame de Paris: au coeur du chantier exhibition, which takes place beneath the cathedral's forecourt, is now unveiled. From March 7, 2023, until the monument reopens, discover the work of the hundreds of men and women who are rebuilding the cathedral. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in the highlights of the titanic construction site, to discover the work of the journeymen and craftsmen, and the challenges of reconstruction. [Read more]
Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris: 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 immersive museum transports us into the world of contemporary art. It's free to visit! [Read more]
Paris+ by Art Basel: the free contemporary exhibition in the Jardin des Tuileries - photos
Do you love contemporary art? Then you'll love Art Basel's "hors les murs" program at the Paris+ fair: thanks to this event, the Tuileries Gardens become an open-air museum. From October 17 to November 10, 2023, come and admire the works in the exhibition La Cinquième saison. [Read more]
Musée Cernuschi: the free museum, the jewel of Asian arts in Paris
The Musée Cernuschi is the museum of Asian arts in Paris, tracing the history of the Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Vietnamese peoples since Neolithic times. The collection includes works acquired by the city, including 5,000 bequeathed by Henri Cernuschi in the 19th century. The museum's centerpiece is a large bronze Buddha, which dominates the immense, high-ceilinged hall housing the permanent collections. [Read more]
The Musée de la Sculpture en plein air: a free art walk in the heart of Paris
Have you heard of the Musée de la Sculpture en plein air? Located in the Square Tino Rossi in the 5th arrondissement, this small museum offers a free cultural stroll along the banks of the Seine, in a magnificent bucolic setting. [Read more]
The Curie Museum: In the footsteps of Marie Curie and her family
At the heart of the Curie campus, in the 5th arrondissement of Paris near the Panthéon, lies the Musée Curie. Open from Wednesday to Saturday, this free place of memory and knowledge offers an insight into the history of radioactivity and its medical applications. [Read more]
Europa Expérience, an immersive exhibition on the European Union
Sponsored - Europa Experience is a unique interactive space on the European Union situated in the heart of Paris, in front of the famous Madeleine church. This 1500m2 permanent exhibition about the European Union, spread over three floors has a main goal: providing visitors with an immersive, interactive and enriching experience. Through a multimedia journey with enhanced reality activities and a 360° cinema, you travel to the four corners of the EU... from Paris. [Read more]
Pokémon: a unique artistic experience and treasure hunt at Val d'Europe
Attention Pokemon fans! The Val d'Europe shopping center will be lit up from October 16 to November 12, 2023, with the artistic experience "Pokémon: art in all its forms". Following its success in the UK, this artistic treasure hunt returns to France, showcasing Kanto's 151 Pokémon through a variety of artistic styles. A family adventure to discover, learn and play! [Read more]
Art42: the free street-art museum that puts urban art in the spotlight in Paris
If you're a street-art fan, come and visit Art42, the street-art museum in Paris. This unusual place is open free of charge once a month, with guided tours. [Read more]
Musée Zadkine: l'Atelier - Museum near the Jardin du Luxembourg
On the outskirts of the Jardin du Luxembourg, the Musée Zadkine in Paris opens its doors free of charge to its permanent collection, all year round, in the heart of a green setting populated by sculptures. Nestled at 100 bis rue d'Assas, the museum is the former home of iconic sculptor Ossip Zadkine, who lived there from 1928 to 1967. [Read more]
Top 20 most beautiful villages and walks near Paris, our favorite villages
Escape around Paris with these 20 must-see getaways less than 100 km from 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]
Parc Monceau, the romantic park in Paris
Parc Monceau, undoubtedly one of the most beautiful flower gardens in Paris, nestling between the 8th and 17th arrondissements, is a romantic haven of peace where ruins, artists' sculptures and lush vegetation stand side by side. We take you on a tour to discover its history and special features. [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]
Anastasia, Ratatouille, the Aristochats: a walk in the footsteps of Disney cartoons in Paris
Paris is a city known throughout the world for its beauty, which is why Walt Disney and then the company chose it as the setting for many cartoons. Let's go on the tracks of Anastasia, the Hunchback of Notre-Dame or Ratatouille, through the capital! [Read more]
Moret-sur-Loing : Medieval and Impressionist city among the most beautiful detours in France
Discover Moret-sur-Loing, this medieval and impressionist city among the Most Beautiful Detours of France, only one hour from Paris. Visit this charming town, famous for its Sucre d'Orge, its royal city and the landscapes of Alfred Sisley. [Read more]
Where to see the remains of the Tuileries Palace in Paris?
Did you know that? There was a time when the famous Tuileries garden hosted a Palace. It was the Palais des Tuileries. Remains of this royal residence, now disappeared, are now scattered around the world. Here is where to find them in Paris. [Read more]
From Paris to Versailles by bike: itinerary for an easy ride on the Véloscénie
Did you know? La Véloscénie, the long-distance cycle path linking Paris to Mont Saint-Michel, provides a link between Paris and Versailles. Let us take you on a 30-kilometre bike ride! [Read more]
The Jardin des Plantes' hidden Alpine garden, a nugget worth discovering
The Jardin des Plantes conceals a magnificent alpine garden. Located between the Grandes Serres and the Menagerie, this garden, which has no entrance doors, is accessible via a hidden underground passage. Here you can discover the rock gardens and wild mountain plants. It's a haven of peace to be (re)discovered all year round. [Read more]
La Roseraie du Parc Lebaudy on the Ile de Puteaux
We're off to Puteaux, on the banks of the Seine just outside Paris in the Hauts-de-Seine department, to discover the Parc Lebaudy and its sublime rose garden, free and open to all. A real beauty, it features almost 1,600 rose bushes and 200 varieties of roses in a French-style landscaped garden. [Read more]
27 Pantin: an open-air museum dedicated to street art
Fans of street art are invited to the north-east of Paris to discover 27 Pantin. Behind this open-air museum lies a wonderful artistic, cultural and participatory initiative. Supported by the Maison du projet, 27 Pantin unveils over forty works of art, giving the Îlot 27 district a colorful new face! Shall we take you on a tour? [Read more]
Montfort l'Amaury: the charming village, a medieval treasure in Yvelines
On the edge of the Rambouillet forest, Montfort l'Amaury reveals 1000 years of history. Discover this medieval village, its historic monuments and the charm of its cobbled streets. [Read more]
La ferme de paris, the must-see free educational farm in Paris
Formerly known as Ferme Georges-Ville, Ferme de Paris is a 5-hectare farm located in the Bois de Vincennes. With a vocation to educate young and old alike in various agricultural activities, it is above all the only farm of this scale in the capital. [Read more]
The Bois le Roi leisure park, with its beach, free swimming and numerous activities
The Base de Loisirs de Bois-le-Roi in the Seine-et-Marne region of France is the perfect place to enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including free swimming in summer, golf and tennis. Situated on the banks of the Seine, with direct access to the Fontainebleau forest, this 73-hectare leisure park awaits you for moments of relaxation, sport and family fun. [Read more]
L'Isle-Adam: the green nugget in Ile-de-France, 25 km from Paris
L'Isle-Adam, one of France's most beautiful Detours and a source of inspiration for many a landscape painter, is a veritable green nugget to be discovered just a few kilometers from Paris. On the banks of the River Oise, with its seaside resort and beautiful monuments, this village in the Val d'Oise has plenty to tempt those in search of strolls and discoveries. [Read more]