Climbing holiday guide

Miami Boulevard: Brunch on weekends, Bar & Club during the week

Miami Boulevard, located in Paris's 1st arrondissement, is already the talk of the town. If you haven't heard of it yet, now's the time! One of Paris's most famous festive restaurants, it offers a fantastic all-you-can-eat brunch every weekend.

Foire de Paris and Concours Lépine: dates for the 2026 edition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles

The Foire de Paris is back at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles from April 30 to May 11, 2026. This flagship event on the Paris trade show calendar promises good times, great deals, and innovative discoveries, thanks in particular to the Lépine competition.

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement

Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you.

Sherwood Parc: family adventure park with tree climbing and zip lines, in Val-d'Oise, France

Accrobranche, paintball, archery... With over 25 activities on 15 hectares in the Parc Régional de l'Oise, Sherwood Parc is France's largest activity park. With family or friends, it's the perfect fun and sporting outing, less than an hour from Paris.

Paradox Museum Paris unveils 5 new immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

Paradox Museum, with almost a hundred interactive installations, offers a captivating journey through trompe-l'œil, optical illusions, and sensory surprises right in the heart of Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surreal photos along the way. Five brand-new immersive experiences have been added to the exhibit, so now's the perfect time to challenge your senses! As a bonus, indulge in the brand-new, irresistibly tasty Cafe Hans & Gretel, ready to delight your palate. This December, immerse yourself in the holiday festivities at Paradox Museum with XMAS MINDLIGHT, a dazzling, magical Christmas light experience you won't want to miss!

The Musée des Plans Reliefs, a unique collection in Paris

The Musée des Plans Relief, located in the Hôtel des Invalides in Paris, houses some 100 relief plans of fortified towns. Once used for military purposes, they are now preserved in their original state at the Invalides, where you can discover these immense models of French towns.

8 beautiful waterfalls to discover in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

In Paris, and particularly in the Paris region, well-known but also hidden waterfalls offer havens of freshness and escape. From the Grande Cascade in the Bois de Boulogne to the verdant waterfalls of the Vaux de Cernay, these sometimes unsuspected spots seduce with their charm and bucolic setting. Accessible all year round, except during construction work, they become popular refuges when temperatures rise.

Stores & malls open on Ascension Thursday, May 29, 2025, in Paris & surrounding area

Looking for a department store or shopping center open on Ascension Day, Thursday, May 29, 2025? Discover the list of places open or closed for shopping sprees in Paris and Île-de-France on this public holiday!

Ascension flea markets and garage sales, Thursday May 29, in Paris and the Paris Region

This Ascension Thursday, May 29, 2025, flea markets and garage sales are coming to Paris and the Ile-de-France region, ready to make bargain hunters' hearts skip a beat. Treasures by the bucketload, finds in spades, and a retro atmosphere under the open sky... the day promises to be "vintagingly" perfect!

10 original outings to make the most of the Ascension holiday, this Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Paris

This Thursday, May 29, 2025, is the Ascension holiday. For some, it's a day off and for others, a bridge. If you're looking for something different to do, we've come up with 10 unusual activities and outings to get you out of your daily routine.

An exceptional show of 120 Chinese drums at the Jardin d'Acclimatation for Ascension Day

Looking for something original to do on Ascension Day, Thursday May 29, 2025? Why not head to the Jardin d'Acclimatation to see the 120 drummers from Shenmu, Shaanxi, perform a unique blend of music, dance and martial arts?

Shows and plays to discover during Ascension weekend in Paris

Ascension weekend in Paris, from May 29 to June 1, 2025, will be the ideal opportunity to discover the best shows and plays in the capital. Here's what not to miss for a successful cultural outing.

What to do with teenagers in Paris on May 29, Ascension Day 2025?

This Thursday, May 29, 2025, is Ascension Day. For the occasion, the day is a public holiday: it's the perfect opportunity to fill up on outings, so let's take a look together at what's open on this holiday.

All-you-can-eat brunch at the Serpentine, just a stone's throw from the Arc de Triomphe

In the 17th arrondissement, in the heart of the Miss Fuller hotel, the Serpentine is a restaurant with an arty spirit, where you can enjoy a gourmet all-you-can-eat brunch every weekend, as well as on weekends and public holidays. The menu features homemade and seasonal products, including a seafood buffet, a range of quiches, comfort dishes, refined desserts and other tempting dishes for good value.

The Hangar Y's contemporary open-air exhibition is back! An artistic stroll in the green

The Hangar Y, which conceals a 10-hectare natural area planted with trees, offers a year-round open-air art walk, free on weekdays and €3 with access to the Hangar on weekends. Since April 28, 2025, new works have been added to the circuit. From Erwin Wurm and Lionel Sabatte to Pauline Tralongo and Odile Decq, it's time for an unusual, unplugged stroll through the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine.

Aventure Land: Magny-en-Vexin (95) adventure park reopens with new features in 2025

Aventure Land, in Magny en Vexin, is a park that combines tree climbing, outdoor activities, inflatable games... From April 5 to September 28, 2025, come and enjoy a new season in this park where families of all ages can come together!

Parc Saint Paul, family theme park in the Oise region: new features and reopening in 2025

Parc Saint Paul awaits you from April 12, 2025 for a new season of fun and games! In the heart of the Oise region, come and discover this charming amusement park in its authentic natural setting. A family-friendly park to discover as soon as possible.

25 of the most beautiful villages and walks to discover near Paris, nuggets in Ile-de-France

Escape around Paris with these 25 must-see getaways less than 100 km from the capital.

Opening of Parc Astérix, the 2025 program and new features

Parc Astérix awaits us for a new season from April 5, 2025, with a host of exciting new features. The park continues to innovate every year, and this year promises a new family coaster called Cétautomatix, as well as a new restaurant on the Egyptian side.

Free rooftop, the Philharmonie Belvedere once again accessible with its 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, Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny.