Astuce voyage paris guide - activities

Free museums, castles and monuments in Yvelines on Sunday May 5, 2024, 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of the month, many monuments, castles, museums and historic sites in Yvelines open their doors to you free of charge. But not all of them are free all year round, and some are currently undergoing renovation work. To help you find your way around, we've compiled a list of cultural sites in Yvelines to visit this Sunday, May 5, 2024.

5 free castles around Paris to discover this Sunday, May 5, 2024, the 1st Sunday of the month

On the first Sunday of every month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. Why not take advantage of this Sunday, May 5, 2024, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them, like the Château de Versailles, require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance.

Pedestrian Champs-Elysées: car-free day on the famous avenue on Sunday May 5, 2024

The Champs-Elysées are reserved for pedestrians one Sunday a month. An opportunity to discover the most beautiful avenue in the world in a different way, and to take a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe without a car to spoil the picture. This Sunday, May 5, 2024, the Champs Elysées will be pedestrianized all day long!

Paris Centre Piéton, the first 4 car-free arrondissements on Sunday May 5, 2024

Once a month, Paris Breathes! In addition to the Avenue des Champs-Elysées, the first 4 arrondissements are going green and car-free, eliminating motor vehicles for one day. Next event: Sunday, May 5, 2024!

Gare de l'Est in Paris: how to get to other stations and airports from this station?

Located in the 10th arrondissement, Gare de l'Est is one of Paris's major train stations. To make your journey easier and get from one station to another without stress, discover the different routes available to link the Gare de l'Est to the capital's other stations and airports.

Free museums for young people: who is entitled to this cultural offer?

In France, young people enjoy free admission to many museums, monuments and cultural venues. Here are the criteria required to obtain this free admission.

Tourism: where can you leave your luggage in Paris for a relaxing visit?

Visiting Paris with a suitcase or large bags in tow can quickly turn into a nightmare. To keep your hands free and enjoy your stay, here are a few addresses where you can safely leave your luggage.

Students: which university restaurants are close to your campus?

Hot food in summer, cool food in winter and low prices all year round: that's what university restaurants offer, located all over Paris and its suburbs, as close as possible to student campuses. Discover the cafeterias and university restaurants closest to your student residence or campus!

Travelling in Paris: which Navigo offer to choose, depending on the length of your stay?

Planning a trip to Paris soon? To visit the city, there's nothing better than taking the metro or the bus. Yes, but with which ticket?

How do I get to Paris from Beauvais airport, and how much does it cost?

Are you landing at Beauvais airport and want to know how to get to Paris from there, and how much it costs? Here's what you need to know to prepare for your arrival.

Gare du Nord station in Paris: how to get to other stations and airports from this station?

The Gare du Nord is a major transit point in Paris, linking the capital with northern France and neighboring countries. To help you with your connections, here are a few pointers to link this station with other Paris stations and airports.

Crit'Air sticker: what are the conditions for driving in Paris?

To limit air pollution in Paris, certain excessively polluting vehicles are banned from the roads. Find out more about the conditions required to drive in the capital.

Cycling in Paris: which arrondissements make it easier?

A study by the Paris en Selle association ranks the arrondissements in Paris with the most advanced cycling policies. Find out which one is at the top.

Paris real estate: which are the capital's quietest arrondissements?

A study by rental management website Flatlooker has determined the decibel levels heard by residents of different Parisian arrondissements. Find out which arrondissements are the most and least quiet.

Montparnasse station in Paris: how to get to other stations and airports from this station

Travelling from Paris, or need to get from one station to another? To make your journey easier, here's a practical guide to the capital's stations and airports from Gare Montparnasse.

Students: how to find accommodation in Paris for the start of the academic year? Our 10 tips

Whether you're in the Paris region, in the rest of France, or even abroad, Paris is the capital of France, but it's also one of the most difficult places in the world to find student accommodation. So, to give yourself the best possible chance of signing your lease before the start of the new academic year, here are our 10 tips!

How do I get to Paris from Orly airport and how much should I pay?

Are you coming to Paris by plane? If you land at Orly airport, here is how to prepare your arrival. We explain how to get to the capital from this airport by cab and public transport as well as the price of the journey.

How do I get to Paris from Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle airport, and how much does it cost?

Are you flying to Paris? Prepare your arrival in all serenity: If you come from the airport of Roissy Charles-de-Gaulle here is how to go to the capital from this airport as well as the price of your journey by cab or public transport.

Paris Beauvais airport: how to get there and how far in advance should you plan?

You have a flight to take from Paris Beauvais airport? We'll give you all the tips and practical information you need to plan your trip with peace of mind. Access, ideal advance time, here is what you need to know before your departure from Beauvais airport.

Paris - Orly airport: how to get there and how much advance notice to allow

Orly Airport is one of the two main airports in Paris. If you have a flight to take from this one, we reveal you the tips to apprehend your departure serenely: how to get there, for which price, and how much time in advance, here is what you need to know before taking the plane from Orly.