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Escale à Paris : free activities for kids around cruise ships

On May 30 and 31, then June 6 and 7, 2026, MSC Cruises will set up at Port de la Tournelle for “L’Escale à Paris,” a free outdoor event with activities for kids, remote-controlled mini ships, and an introduction to the maritime world.

The Marais' 300-square-meter rooftop, the Terraza Mikuna 2026

Terraza Mikuna, the 300-square-meter rooftop perched atop the BHV Marais building in Paris's 4th arrondissement, reopens for the 2026 season with a revamped menu, a new lunch offering, and some great cocktails.

Nijinsky Rooftop, the hidden terrace perched atop a famous theater with views of Paris

Perched atop the Théâtre du Châtelet, the Nijinsky Rooftop invites you to savor Paris from above, open until June 7, then from July 12 to September 21, 2026, with a panoramic terrace, cocktails, all-day dining, and DJ sets into the small hours.

A gourmet and romantic cruise along the Seine aboard the Diamant Bleu.

Elegant ship, gourmet cuisine, breathtaking panorama: this one-of-a-kind experience invites you to savor refined dishes while admiring Paris’s most illuminated landmarks. Enjoy 10% off your dinner cruise aboard the Diamant Bleu!

Plantation Paris: a unique rooftop in one of Europe's largest urban farms in the 18th arrondissement

The 18th arrondissement of Paris is home to a rooftop that goes all out. And no wonder—this one-of-a-kind venue sits inside one of Europe’s largest urban farms. Here’s what you need to know about the Plantation Paris concept.

Thalie: the chic, intimate Greek restaurant in the heart of the Théâtre du Palais-Royal

In the heart of the iconic Théâtre du Palais-Royal, the Thalie restaurant unveils a new gastronomic act created by Mavrommatis. A refined dining room offering a culinary voyage of Greek flavors in a setting that echoes ancient theatres.

The Brach Rooftop 2026: a terrace tucked in a kitchen garden with a view of the Eiffel Tower

Undoubtedly one of Paris's loveliest rooftops, the perched terrace at Le Brach in the 16th arrondissement offers a panoramic view of the capital while basking in the sun. For the summer of 2026, this intimate haven takes on Provence and the French Riviera hues, presenting the flagship cuvées of an iconic winery from the Var coast, paired with bites as fresh as they are indulgent.

Corail: the summer restaurant-terrace that livens up the forecourt of the Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris

The Corail restaurant returns to its summer quarters in the 16th arrondissement. A sunlit terrace between the museums, with the Eiffel Tower on the horizon, where couture-inspired decor, Mediterranean accents and briny plates evoke the taste of warm days.

The guinguettes on the Marne banks, the festive saga of these legendary spots

Accordion, checkered tablecloths, popular dances and lunches by the water... The guinguettes along the Marne are among Île-de-France’s most emblematic heritage. Born in the 19th century, they continue to make the banks of the Marne and the Seine come alive in a friendly, timeless atmosphere.

Noti Plage: the summer’s must-visit hotspot makes a comeback at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

Diving into May 1, 2026, Noti Plage returns in force along the Seine for a third season that’s already shaping up to be unmissable. Meet at the Quai de Suffren, facing the iconic Eiffel Tower, to sip a cocktail, savor tapas, share boards with friends, and vibe to House DJ sets until 2 a.m.!

The Barley Sugar Museum, the sweet story of a confection born in Moret-sur-Loing (77)

In Moret-sur-Loing, a small confectionery tells several centuries of French indulgence. From production secrets to childhood memories, the barley-sugar museum transports visitors into the sweet world of one of Île-de-France’s oldest specialties.

This rooftop garden perched above the Opéra Bastille offers one of the most stunning views of Paris.

On the rooftops of the Opéra Bastille, a hidden urban farm grows vegetables, edible flowers and hops, all set against a sweeping panorama of Place de la Bastille. The best part? You can visit it on quirky, guided tours.

This hidden rooftop farm in Paris lets you become a market gardener for a day.

Perched on the rooftops of Suzanne-Lenglen Park, an urban farm is growing fruit, vegetables and green ideas right in the heart of Paris. With its immersive workshops, its introductory permaculture sessions and its public tours, Ferme Suzanne invites city dwellers to roll up their sleeves and get their hands dirty in the soil.

Festive cruises featuring hip-hop and R&B music sail along the Seine in Paris.

A new festive rendezvous awaits Parisians along the capital’s waterways. New Classics is the cruise that promises to bring the energy with hip-hop and R&B, offering views of Paris’s most beautiful monuments before the party continues on shore until 1 a.m.

Maison Roland, the new Parisian bistro at Shangri-La Paris, with a discreet terrace

Maison Roland, the new chic, gourmet bistro at Shangri-La Paris, opens its doors in the 16th arrondissement, boasting a discreet terrace tucked away in a garden. Classic bourgeois cuisine, an elegant setting, we went to discover it and here’s the full scoop.

This hidden garden in the Île-de-France region conceals more than 1,500 plants with astonishing powers.

In the heart of the French Gâtinais, an extraordinary garden invites visitors to rediscover the power of plants. In Milly-la-Forêt, the National Conservatory of Perfume, Medicinal and Aromatic Plants offers a unique sensory immersion into botanical secrets and ancestral know-how.

This one-of-a-kind Parisian rooftop with a view of the Eiffel Tower is now open!

We told you about Kinugawa, the perched restaurant at the Sax Hotel on the Left Bank, in Paris’s 7th arrondissement. Spread over two floors, it unfurls its vast rooftop terrace with a 360° panorama of Paname for sunny days. With the warm weather settling in, this is clearly the spot you’ll want. Japanese cuisine, cocktails and fresh dishes are on the menu for lunches, drinks and sun-kissed dinners.

Nanna : the cosy literary barge with a library and a bar at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral

A literary barge, Nanna, has moored at the foot of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. An ideal spot on the banks of the Seine to read a few books, attend events, and enjoy a drink!

A narrated, bucolic cruise along the Marne, paired with chocolate tasting? It does exist!

In Seine-et-Marine, the Choco Cruise on the Marne offers a delightfully original escape that combines a river stroll, chocolate tastings, and a tour of the Marne’s bucolic landscapes. A quirky, gourmet experience perfect for family outings, gatherings with friends, or a romantic getaway.

An offbeat pop-up to discover sgroppino, the frozen Italian cocktail (and complimentary ice cream!)

From June 4 to 7, 2026, the quays along the Canal Saint-Martin will drift into dolce vita with the arrival of the Sgroppino Bar, a quirky pop-up conceived with Glazed and several of Paris's iconic bars. On the menu: the sgroppino, a chilled Italian cocktail, and complimentary ice cream.