Town hall

Discover the first vineyard perched on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district of Paris.

While the vineyards of Montmartre are well known, there are others that are far more unusual. Recently, vines have been planted on the roof of a historic building in the Marais district, and you can visit them!

Discover the Universe of the French Navy on the Parvis de l'Hôtel de Ville de Paris

Dive into the heart of the French Navy, live from the forecourt of Paris City Hall! This exceptional event takes place on Friday, July 14, from 12pm to 6pm. A unique opportunity to discover the marine world.

Au bonheur des bistrots, the free exhibition to discover at the Hôtel de Ville de Paris

Bistros from all over France reveal themselves in this unusual and free photo exhibition, to be discovered at the Hôtel de Ville de Paris from April 21st to May 31st 2023.

A lane reserved for buses, cabs and carpools on the ring road? Parisians vote

This is the new public consultation to which Parisians can respond: for or against the introduction of a lane reserved for buses, cabs and carpools on the ring road. You can vote until May 28.

Le Grand Mazarin, a hotel inspired by the literary salons of yesteryear

Le Grand Mazarin, the new Paris hotel from the Maisons Pariente group, has just opened its doors in the heart of the Marais district. An exceptional new address, like an interlude of luxury and elegance in a district that's vibrant day and night.

Capitale(s), the crazy and free street art exhibition at the Hôtel de Ville de Paris in extension

Notice to street art lovers, the City Hall of Paris offers a free exhibition event, called: Capital (s): 60 years of urban art in Paris. An exceptional exhibition that will last until June 3, 2023, and that invites us to discover the works of more than 70 artists ranging from Banksy to Miss Tic, through Invider, Swoom, André or Seth.

Pride Night 2023 : Ballroom, Drag show and dj sets at the Paris City Hall

A night of festivities dedicated to youth and queer culture! This is what awaits you at the Hôtel de Ville de Paris on Saturday, March 11, 2023 for the new Nuit des Fiertés. On the program? A beautiful ballroom, dj sets and a unique drag show... all of this provided by three mistresses of ceremony, the comedian Tahnee, but also Paloma and Soa from Muse.

Lisbon sur Seine: an artistic evening stroll in the heart of Paris

As part of the France-Portugal season, the City of Paris is organizing the "Lisbon on the Seine" event this Friday, September 23, 2022: a free artistic evening stroll through the heart of the capital. On the program? Dance at the Carreau du Temple, an installation by visual artist Bordalo II at the Académie du Climat, and projections, concerts and food-trucks on the Parvis de l'Hôte de Ville.

Street food, the Parisian street-food festival at the Hôtel de Ville

Street-food lovers, meet from September 2 to 4 on the square of the Hôtel de Ville de Paris to discover the best of Parisian gastronomy on the go, on the occasion of the "Cuisine de rue" festival.

History: these WWII bunkers hidden under Paris

Are you ready to discover what is hiding beneath your feet? Before the Second World War, many bunkers were built in the depths of Paris, and can still be visited today for special occasions.

The Jardin des combattants de la Nueve, a secret spot a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville

Did you know? Just a stone's throw from the Hôtel de Ville, near the quays of the Seine, lies a green setting that few Parisians know about. This is the Jardin des combattants de la Nueve, a secret spot that's just waiting to be discovered.

Liberation of Paris: a tribute reading on the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville, Everything begins again in Paris

To mark the 77th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris, the Mairie de Paris has chosen to pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed themselves for Freedom, with a poetry reading by actors Philippe Torrenton, Marion Isvi and Nicolas Evrard, accompanied by musicians. Together, they have planned an evocation of seven "episodes" of the Liberation, with texts, archive images and current photos.

The Paris Commune: A look back at the history of the Paris uprising

For 72 days, from March 18 to May 28, 1871, Parisians rebelled against the government and took unprecedented social and solidarity measures. This was the Paris Commune. A look back at the history of this major Parisian uprising.

History of Paris City Hall

The Hôtel de Ville is one of the symbols of Paris, and an essential part of your visit. But if you're not lucky enough to get in during the Heritage Days, or if you haven't thought of booking your guided tour in advance, discover its eventful history here.

Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, opposite the Louvre

Just outside the Louvre, why not take a look at the Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a beautiful church in the 1st arrondissement of Paris?

Valentine's Day 2021: a giant heart on the forecourt of Paris City Hall

For Valentine's Day 2021, an XXL heart is inviting itself onto the forecourt of Hôtel de Ville from this Sunday, February 14. The 900 m2 ephemeral work conceals a declaration of love for Paris and invites Parisians to live and love. It reads "Don't say 'one day', say 'I love you'" or "Everything will change and Paris will always be there". City Hall is also inviting Parisians to declare their love of Paris by phone!

White Night 2019: a white ball in front of Paris City Hall

For the White Night 2019, artist Alain Fleischer invites us to come in front of Paris City Hall, dressed all in white on Saturday October 5, 2019, to be part of a very special white ball. All night long, a movie will be screened on us, making us be the actors of a ball for a night.

June 2019's best exhibitions in Paris

Summer exhibitions are coming to Paris! In June 2019, museums display their beautiful exhibitions, gardens welcome contemporary artists and museums are the best places to hang out on hot June 2019 days...

Valentine’s Day 2019: Paramour, the dance at the City Hall against AIDS

For Valentine’s Day 2019, let’s all dance at the City Hall to support the fight against AIDS. Kylie Minogue’s star choreographer Hakim Ghorab will host this crazy party to make over 1000 people dance on February 14, 2019.

Centenary of the Armistice 14-18, the program of November 11th in Paris

This Sunday November 11, 2018, Paris commemorates the Centenary of the Armistice of the 14-18 Great War. Official ceremony with Emmanuel Macron, Donald Trump and Angela Merkel, inauguration of the war memorial of the city of Paris, spray made of thousands of flowers in front of Paris city hall and an exceptional day filled with a historic reconstruction at the Musée de la Grande Guerre are among the program of this historical day.