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Musée du Louvre: discover the artistic and tourist heart of the capital

The Musée du Louvre, one of the capital's must-see museums, promotes French and European culture through its many masterpieces on display, as evidenced by the 8 million visitors a year who come to contemplate the smile of the Mona Lisa or the fervor of Liberty Guiding the People. A place steeped in history, where art has been flourishing for two centuries already, to discover if you're staying in Paris!

Jacques-Louis David at the Louvre: the must-see exhibition on the neoclassical painter

To mark the 200th anniversary of Jacques-Louis David's death, the Musée du Louvre is staging an exceptional exhibition, Jacques-Louis David, from October 15, 2025 to January 26, 2026. A plunge into the world of the great neoclassical painter, between art, politics and modernity.

Angelina, over a century of softness and elegance on rue de Rivoli

Founded in 1903, Maison Angelina is an iconic Parisian tea room, famous for its old-fashioned hot chocolate and Mont-Blanc. A historic address where Belle Époque refinement blends with the art of pastry-making.

Fondation Cartier inauguration: traffic restrictions in central Paris

Due to the inauguration of the Fondation Cartier pour l'art contemporain in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the Préfecture de police has announced traffic restrictions in the center of the capital for eight consecutive days. We tell you all about it.

The Hôtel de la Marine in Paris, the sublime monument on Place de la Concorde

Do you know the Hôtel de la Marine? Let's discover this restored treasure of Parisian heritage, enthroned on the Place de la Concorde!

A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: Le Pharamond, Normandy-style ambience

Founded in 1832, (Petit Bouillon) Pharamond has been serving Les Halles for two centuries in a Belle Époque listed setting. Affordable cuisine and a Norman atmosphere anchor this address in working-class Paris.

The history of Paris's great restaurants: Au Pied de Cochon, brasserie canaille since 1947

Open since 1947, Au Pied de Cochon never closes. With service until dawn, bistro decor and dirty dishes, this Halles brasserie is a festive, gourmet haunt.

A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Le Grand Véfour, a jewel of neo-classical art

Since 1784, Le Grand Véfour has shone under the arcades of the Palais-Royal. A legendary restaurant frequented by Napoleon, Hugo and Colette, it embodies French haute cuisine in a neo-classical setting.

A brief history of Paris's top restaurants: L'Escargot Montorgueil, an institution at Les Halles

A century-old address in the 1st arrondissement, L'Escargot Montorgueil is dedicated to bourgeois tradition and Burgundy snails. Second Empire decor and a generous menu are the hallmarks of this charming establishment.

A brief history of Paris's great restaurants: Au Chien Qui Fume, the memory of Les Halles

A traditional brasserie opened in 1920, Au Chien Qui Fume offers a retro atmosphere and French bistro cuisine, just a stone's throw from Les Halles, in a wood and zinc decor.

Le Tê, the Franco-Taiwanese tea room with original tea time

How about a charming Franco-Taiwanese tea room offering fine teas, bubbles and an original tea time featuring egg cakes? Head to Palais Royal to discover this hidden spot!

Berthe Weill, galerie d'avant-garde: the retrospective exhibition at the Musée de l'Orangerie - photos

The Musée de l'Orangerie pays tribute to Berthe Weill, the famous avant-garde Parisian art dealer, in a new exhibition on view from October 8, 2025 to January 26, 2026.

Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris: programming, opening hours, history... All you need to know

The Musée de l'Orangerie is famous for Monet's Water Lilies. But the museum holds many other treasures... Here's everything you need to know to visit.

Revolt at Lock: the escape game that travels into the future at Lock Academy

Set in the 70s and featuring futuristic technologies, Revolte à la Lock takes players on an immersive temporal investigation at Lock Academy, a stone's throw from Les Halles. A thrilling 60-minute adventure to save Professor Lock's Academy!

Un Crime presque Parfait: Cluedo-style escape game at Lock Academy

A murder, some clues and an hour to solve the case... Dive into "Un Crime presque Parfait", Lock Academy's immersive and sobritish escape game, in the heart of Paris, where the investigation becomes a real life-size Cluedo.

Minimal, when art goes to the essential: the exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce is unveiled

The Bourse de Commerce offers us an exhibition in all its simplicity... Or so it seems. Come and discover "Minimal", the exhibition on show from October 8, 2025 to January 18, 2026.

Lygia Pape, Weaving space: a delicate exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce - our photos

The Bourse de Commerce presents "Weaving Space", the first French retrospective of Lygia Pape, a major figure of the Brazilian avant-garde, with an immersive light installation and emblematic works. On view from September 10, 2025 to January 26, 2026. The exhibition is part of the Brazil-France 2025 Season.

Lock Academy Paris: Professor Lock's investigative escape game at Châtelet - Les Halles

If you're a fan of escape games in Paris and a detective at heart, Lock Academy, located between Châtelet and Les Halles, has a challenge for you! Behind this detective school lie mysteries to unravel, captivating enigmas and immersive missions to solve as a team. Immerse yourself in the world of Professor Lock and try to become the best investigator in the capital!

Miu Miu Beauty: the free beauty pop-up at Forum des Halles - last day

The Miu Miu Beauty pop-up sets up its bottles on the terrace of the Westfield Forum des Halles and makes Paris sparkle. Between fragrances to sniff, memories to capture and discoveries to take away, the bold universe of the new eau de parfum is experienced as a true sensory journey. From September 26 to October 5, 2025, immerse yourself in a pop, fun, free and 100% Miu Miu experience!

Milia Matcha, by Andie Ella, opens its permanent corner and an ephemeral matcha bar at La Samaritaine

After the Marais, Milia Matcha moves to the Samaritaine with a permanent sales area and an ephemeral bar, from October 3 to November 2, 2025. Between creamy matcha, signature drinks and autumnal pastries, every break promises to make you matcha-ment ... crack!