Unusual visit

Mazarin and the Guardians of the Secret: our review of the immersive puzzle game at the BnF Richelieu

From November 15, 2025, the BnF Richelieu will be hosting an immersive experience where you'll have to unravel Cardinal Mazarin's greatest secret, through puzzles in the heart of the Bibliothèque nationale de France site.

The Rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse: a panoramic view of Paris 210 metres above ground

For lovers of breathtaking panoramas, don't hesitate to climb up to the rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse. Perched 210 meters high, this terrace offers a unique view of the capital: not only the Eiffel Tower, so grandiose by day and magical at night when it sparkles, but also all the city's emblematic monuments (Les Invalides, the Sacré-Coeur, the Louvre...). Whether you're visiting the capital for the first time or are already familiar with the city, the view from the terrace of the Tour Montparnasse is breathtaking! A must-do if you want to discover Paris in a different way and make unforgettable memories!

Nuit des Musées 2025 at the Château-musée de Nemours (77): an unusual nocturne this Saturday

It's one of the jewels in the crown of the town of Nemours: on Saturday, May 17, 2025, on the occasion of the Nuit des Musées, come and visit the château-musée de Nemours, and its priceless collections of works, during a nocturne whose detailed program is revealed to you!

Candlelight evenings at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte 2025: experience a magical night with fireworks

The candlelit evenings at Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte promise a magical moment to share with loved ones. The program includes a nocturnal visit by the light of 2,000 candles, water games, a romantic stroll through the gardens to the sound of baroque music, and even a fireworks display! An exceptional experience from May 24 to September 27, 2025.

An unusual visit to the heart of the Tour aux figures in the Parc de l'île Saint Germain

Solid red, blue and white, hatching and black lines, Jean Dubuffet's Tower of Figures contains a second work: the Gastrovolve. An astonishing inner labyrinth that the curious are invited to experience. Visitors walk across the painted floor, up and down a few steps, without ever seeing the whole thing. They give free rein to their reverie and become actors in the work.

Did you know? Europe's largest gypsum plant is located in the Paris region and is open to the public.

A symbol of the Île-de-France region's industrial heritage, the plant is located in Vaujours (93).

Le Désert de Retz, the unusual Anglo-Chinese park in Yvelines

One of the most unusual spots in the Paris region is the Desert de Retz, at Chambourcy in the Yvelines. This 18th-century Anglo-Chinese garden is one of the few to have been preserved in its original state. This enchanting place, once frequented by the likes of Marie-Antoinette and Thomas Jefferson, stands out for its fanciful constructions. You'll also enjoy discovering the many remarkable trees that dominate the landscaped area.

Discover the Espaces d'Abraxas, Noisy's famous filming location, on guided tours.

In Noisy-le-Grand, Les Espaces d'Abraxas is particularly well known for having hosted several film shoots, including blockbusters. You now have the opportunity to discover this architectural complex with its unusual design, during guided tours.

Arsène Lupin and the secret of the opera, our opinion on the immersive investigation game at the Palais Garnier

From December 21, 2022, follow in the footsteps of the most famous gentleman burglar, Arsène Lupin, in an immersive adventure at the heart of the Opéra Garnier, to discover the palace through a major investigation!

Le Vieux-Pays de Goussainville: an unusual stroll through a "ghost village" in the Île-de-France region

If you're looking for an unusual outing in the Paris region, you've come to the Val-d'Oise. It's here, just a few kilometers from the end of the Roissy airport runways, that you'll find the Vieux-Pays de Goussainville. Visit this atypical old village, described as "ghostly", and virtually abandoned by many of its inhabitants for several decades.

A guided tour of the secrets of Printemps Haussmann in Paris - Photos and Video

In Paris, the Printemps Haussmann department store opens its doors to the general public with guided tours. From the basement to the dome, the department store reveals all its secrets.