Invalides district

The 2026 Fête de la Musique heads to the National Assembly’s open-house weekend.

On the occasion of this year’s Fête de la Musique, the National Assembly opens its doors to music lovers for the weekend of Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026! What’s on the agenda? Exclusive tours of the Hôtel de Lassay, the Presidential offices, and the Palais Bourbon, plus several musical performances along the route. To enjoy it, be sure to register (free) before June 16!

World Music Day 2026 at Rosa Bonheur sur Seine: concerts and DJ sets on the lineup

Rosa Bonheur sur Seine in Paris celebrates Fête de la Musique on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and for the occasion presents a series of three outdoor concerts followed by a DJ set on the barge! So, ready to dance by the water this year?

Music Day 2026: a musical stroll through the Musée des Plans-Reliefs at the Invalides

At Les Invalides, the Museum of Plans-Reliefs presents the 2026 Fête de la Musique amid historic scale models. A musical stroll in a quiet venue, offering a fresh take on the history of French cities, their fortifications, and the country’s landscape.

Restaurant Cléo: a secret terrace and gourmet cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement

This summer, head to Cléo, the 7th arrondissement’s best-kept secret. Behind its discreet façade lies a leafy terrace where you can savour the contemporary fine dining of chef Alexandre Semperé, just minutes from Les Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III.

Concorde Atlantique: The lively open-air boat party moored at Port de Solférino — upcoming events

The Concorde Atlantique is the ultimate spot for your Parisian nights on the water! This XXL vessel, moored at the foot of the Assemblée Nationale and Musée d'Orsay, welcomes partygoers for afterwork and clubbing evenings, featuring DJ sets, a stage for shows and concerts, a cocktail bar, and even a food stand!

Seth unveils a monumental work on the National Assembly's colonnade — our photos

Urban art takes over the façade of the Palais Bourbon! The renowned French street artist Seth unveils a new monumental work in Paris. Titled "Marianne Dreams," this temporary installation can be seen on the National Assembly's colonnade until September 28, 2026.

The market for antique and second-hand books, a stroll among the booksellers in Georges Brassens Park

The market for antique and second-hand books awaits you every weekend under the arches of Georges-Brassens Park in Paris’s 15th arrondissement. This booksellers’ gathering takes place Saturdays and Sundays, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., year-round.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 at the Musée d’Orsay: immersive evening ticket sales opening soon

The Musée d’Orsay is set to open bookings for an evening where Impressionism meets video games. On Thursday, June 25, 2026, Renoir and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 cross paths in an immersive journey that blends painting, music and digital landscapes into living canvases. Ticket sales open on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.

AURA INVALIDES, the must-see sound and light show in Paris

Looking for a unique nocturnal experience in Paris? Ready to be amazed and embark on a timeless journey to a legendary heritage site? Come and discover AURA INVALIDES, a sound and light show at the iconic Dôme des Invalides as night falls. A magical moment in the heart of the Dome, sure to delight young and old alike.

A summer rooftop bar with breathtaking views over Paris reopens atop a landmark museum — photos

Spring–summer 2026, the Musée d’Orsay takes to the skies… and to new heights. Its terrace reopens with a panoramic view of Paris, an arty-chic vibe, and a bar inspired by Art Nouveau. A discreet rooftop, but not for long.

A free late-night at the Musée d’Orsay: the can't-miss evening of Museums Night 2026

The Musée d'Orsay is taking part in the 22nd edition of the Night of Museums this Saturday, May 23, 2026, with a free, playful after-hours tour centered on the museum's collections. A chance to enjoy an artistic evening at this must-attend cultural event.

Immerse yourself in history for Museums Night 2026, at the Museum of the Order of the Liberation.

For this 22nd edition of the Night of Museums, the Museum of the Order of Liberation invites us to rediscover History and the people who shaped it, through free guided tours this Saturday, May 23, 2026, during a special late-night program.

The 2026 Chinese Film Festival in France and Paris: lineup and films

The Festival of Chinese Cinema in France is back for its 11th edition, running from May 10 to June 30, 2026, across about ten French cities, Paris included. New, previously unseen titles, restored classics, and a major exhibition are on the program.

Casa Tua, the discreet, tucked-away Italian restaurant at J.K. Place Paris in the 7th arrondissement.

Tucked in the heart of the J.K. Place Paris townhouse in the 7th arrondissement, the Casa Tua restaurant serves generous and refined Italian cuisine, designed to feel like a home. A beautiful, discreet address on the Left Bank for a peaceful interlude.

Hôtel national des Invalides: a landmark in France's military history

Located in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, the Hôtel des Invalides is an impressive site that plunges us into France's military history. Three museums are housed here: the Museum of the Army, the Museum of the Order of the Liberation and the Museum of the Plans-Reliefs, as well as the tomb of Napoleon 1st, which lies beneath the Invalides dome.

The Musée de l'armée in Paris, a witness to military history in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides

The Musée de l'Armée, located in the heart of the Hôtel des Invalides, takes us to the heart of military history through its permanent collections and temporary exhibitions. Find out more about this emblematic museum in Paris's 7th arrondissement.

At the Army Museum, rare-access tours of spaces normally off-limits to the public for the 2026 Night of Museums.

On the occasion of the Night of Museums, held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, the Army Museum invites visitors to wander freely through a place steeped in history. It's the perfect moment to discover or rediscover the museum's permanent collections. Here is the program for this after-hours event!

Discover the free Legion of Honor Museum: a journey through the history of honors

Immerse yourself in the history of honors at the Musée de la Légion d'honneur et des ordres de chevalerie, housed in the magnificent Hôtel de Salm in Paris.

Musée d'Orsay: booking, prices, free admission, tips and current exhibitions

Would you like to visit the Musée d'Orsay, one of Europe's most visited museums and home to the world's largest collection of Impressionist paintings? We'll be happy to give you all the tips and tricks you need, as well as the works to discover, the current exhibitions, and the rates and free admission available, so you can make the most of your visit in the best possible conditions.

Renoir and Love: A Landmark Retrospective at the Musée d'Orsay in Paris – Reviews and Photos

When love becomes light, Renoir turns it into art. With the exhibition "Renoir et l'amour" (March 17 - July 19, 2026), the Musée d'Orsay brings together his major masterpieces for a retrospective as modern as it is tender, in collaboration with the National Gallery in London and the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.