Odéon district

How to visit the École des Mines, the prestigious engineering school in Paris?

Just a stone’s throw from the Luxembourg Gardens, the École des Mines de Paris occupies an 18th‑century grand townhouse. It houses a historic library, a Mineralogy Museum among the richest in the world, and a heritage collection rarely open to the public.

Gospel Dream: A vibrant celebration of Afro-American gospel in August 2026 in Paris

Gospel Dream Choir brings its artistry to Paris's most beautiful churches for a series of exceptional concerts in August 2026. A unique musical experience that celebrates hope, unity, and resilience through the authentic songs of the African-American church.

Heritage Days 2026 at the Paris School of Mines and its museum, housed in the Hôtel de Vendôme

On the occasion of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days, the Mines Paris – PSL engineering school invites the curious to discover its campus, housed in the Hôtel de Vendôme, as well as its Mineralogy Museum, on Saturday, September 19, 2026.

La Fête de Paris 2026: a popular, free festival featuring a guinguette, dancing and a historic village

History buffs and lovers of the capital, the Paris Festival is back on September 12 and 13, 2025. From a historic parade to a guinguette, a ball and a village with a travel-back-in-time vibe, step from the Middle Ages to the Liberation, via the Belle Époque!

Heritage Days 2026 at the Luxembourg Garden greenhouses: the program

For the 2026 Heritage Days in Paris, the greenhouses at the Jardin du Luxembourg will exceptionally be open to the general public on the weekend of September 19–20, 2026.

Heritage Days 2026 in Paris: the program at the Maison d'Auguste Comte

The Maison d'Auguste Comte unveils its program for this weekend in Paris, September 19–20, 2026, on the occasion of the 43rd edition of Heritage Days.

Heritage Days 2026: guided tours and an escape game at the Paris Faculty of Pharmacy

Are you passionate about science and medicine? Don’t miss the chance to visit the Faculty of Pharmacy this Saturday, September 19, 2026, as part of Heritage Days.

Heritage Days 2026 at the National Institute of Public Service (formerly ENA) in Paris

Visit the National Institute of Public Service (formerly ENA), one of Paris's prestigious grandes écoles, during Heritage Days, scheduled for September 19–20, 2026.

Heritage Days 2026 at Saint-Sulpice Church in Paris, one of the Left Bank’s treasures

For Heritage Days 2026 in Paris, Saint-Sulpice Church invites visitors to uncover its secrets through special tours on Saturday, September 19 and Sunday, September 20, 2026.

Moroccan Cultural Days 2026: the free-admission village returns to Paris

Near the Luxembourg Gardens, Morocco is the guest of honor at the Moroccan Cultural Days. For the occasion, a free-entry village with plenty of activities and stalls welcomes visitors from June 26 to July 7, 2026.

World Music Day 2026 on the forecourt of the Théâtre de l'Odéon: the program

What to do around Odéon for the Fête de la Musique? An acoustic concert awaits you in front of the iconic Parisian theatre this Sunday, June 21, 2026!

Paris' FrogPubs bars, real hubs for supporters with live game broadcasts.

The six FrogPubs in Paris are quintessential British-style bars where you go for house-brewed craft beer, pub grub, watching the big games on the big screen, and a convivial moment with friends.

Paris in suspense: the city under curfew unfolds in a photo exhibition at the Senate's Orangerie

Le photojournalist Christophe Lepetit captured Paris and its empty streets during the curfews of 2020 and 2021. A strange period to rediscover during the exhibition Paris en suspens, from July 3 to 14, 2026 at the Orangerie du Sénat.

This Saturday's cultural highlight: Philosophy Hour at the Maison Auguste Comte in Paris

The Maison Auguste Comte, a discreet apartment-museum in Paris’s 6th arrondissement, hosts a Philosophy Hour this Saturday, June 6, 2026. A philosophical gathering in an extraordinary setting.

Nuit Blanche 2026: an immersive installation and a musical performance at Paris’s Saint-Germain Gymnasium.

Nuit Blanche is back in Paris: we're setting aside our Saturday evening, June 6, 2026, to take in the many events planned for the occasion. First stop of the night: the Saint-Germain gymnasium in the 6th arrondissement.

Le Pont Traversé, the cozy coffee shop with its historic façade, is reinventing itself.

Le Pont Traversé, that’s the name of this delicious coffee shop with a historic façade that treats us in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, just steps from the Luxembourg Gardens. After a change in ownership and chef, we headed back to rediscover this spot, which continues to delight gluten-free diners—and more.

La Ferrandaise, a traditional Auvergne bistro on the edge of the Luxembourg Gardens

Located for more than 20 years just steps from the Jardin du Luxembourg, La Ferrandaise serves a terroir-focused cuisine faithful to Auvergne. A generous, no-frills restaurant that boasts a sunny terrace for warm, sunny days.

Nathalie Baye's funeral: ceremony planned for this Friday in Paris

While the cultural world mourns Nathalie Baye, the actress's funeral will take place on Friday, April 24, 2026, in Paris. The ceremony will be held at Saint-Sulpice Church, followed by an interment in strict privacy.

For the Jardins 2026 events, this Parisian museum-workshop invites you to discover its 'secret' garden.

In Paris, the Eugène Delacroix Museum invites you to enjoy a bucolic weekend as part of Rendez-Vous aux Jardins, slated for June 5–7, 2026.

Burger & Fries: 3 Parisian spots for burgers and wallet-friendly deals

Since 2014, Burger & Fries (B&F to regulars) has been winning over diners with its house-made burgers, strong value for money, and three well‑located Paris locations. With recipes made from fresh ingredients, burgers from €6.90 and menus from €9.90, the chain staking its claim as a tasty stop you should seriously consider in Paris.