What to do in november

Belmondo the Magnificent: France’s film icon at the heart of an exhibition at the Cinémathèque

Bébel shines at the Cinémathèque française: Jean-Paul Belmondo takes center stage in a major exhibition running from October 7, 2026 to January 31, 2027.

Nicolas Flamel, the Paper Alchemist: Cluny Museum's Exhibition on the Fascinating Figure

Embark on a journey to meet a fascinating figure in history, where legend and reality intertwine... The Cluny Museum invites you to discover Nicolas Flamel in an exhibition running from October 13, 2026 to January 24, 2027.

The Midis d’Europe Experience in Paris: free lectures on Europe at the heart of the city.

The Europa Experience Midday Talks offer free briefings on European current affairs, on a Tuesday each month!

La Bohème Café & Salon: a coffee shop and retro-chic brunch in Paris’s 7th arrondissement

La Bohème Café & Salon is a coffee shop and brunch spot located at 29 Avenue de Ségur, in Paris’ 7th arrondissement. The venue serves specialty coffee, matcha beverages, fresh juices, smoothies, toasts, and plant-based pastries, all in a retro-chic vibe inspired by 1960s France.

The Marais' 300-square-meter rooftop, the Terraza Mikuna 2026

Terraza Mikuna, the 300-square-meter rooftop perched atop the BHV Marais building in Paris's 4th arrondissement, reopens for the 2026 season with a revamped menu, a new lunch offering, and some great cocktails.

Parc Boussard: we visited this Art Deco garden, a designated Jardin Remarquable and free to visit in Essonne.

The Boussard Park, in Lardy (Essonne), is one of the few Art Deco gardens in Île-de-France. Registered as a historic monument and named a Remarkable Garden, this free-entry municipal park is open year-round. Tucked away in a discreet, hidden corner, it’s a real gem we were pleased to discover and are thrilled to share with you.

Le Centre Kapla: a playful, collaborative outing for kids in Paris’s 11th arrondissement

In the 11th arrondissement, the Kapla Centre welcomes both kids and grown-ups around the famous wooden planks. On the menu? A session to have a blast building on a XXL scale — and, above all, all with Kapla!

Descriptive contemporary artworks take up residence in this superb medieval castle in the Val d'Oise.

Resident artists take over the Château de La Roche-Guyon in Val-d'Oise with new works and installations that blend sculpture, sound, and a fantastical menagerie. So we’re off to discover this immersive contemporary exhibition from June 20 to November 1, 2026. We’ve already had a sneak peek at a few pieces and can’t wait to see what else is in store.

A gourmet and romantic cruise along the Seine aboard the Diamant Bleu.

Elegant ship, gourmet cuisine, breathtaking panorama: this one-of-a-kind experience invites you to savor refined dishes while admiring Paris’s most illuminated landmarks. Enjoy 10% off your dinner cruise aboard the Diamant Bleu!

Thalie: the chic, intimate Greek restaurant in the heart of the Théâtre du Palais-Royal

In the heart of the iconic Théâtre du Palais-Royal, the Thalie restaurant unveils a new gastronomic act created by Mavrommatis. A refined dining room offering a culinary voyage of Greek flavors in a setting that echoes ancient theatres.

Le Tango, the legendary LGBT hotspot that has the Marais dancing

Le Tango is one of the most emblematic spots in Paris’s LGBTQIA+ nightlife. Located on Rue au Maire in the 3rd arrondissement, this historic Marais dance hall has weathered the ages—from neighborhood dances to queer culture—before staging a comeback after a closure that had worried its loyal followers.

Elles Bar, Paris’s lesbian bar, set on the site of the Marais’ first LGBT bar.

Elles Bar has established itself since 2021 as one of the few openly lesbian bars in Paris. Located on Rue du Plâtre, the venue preserves the LGBTQIA+ nightlife heritage of the Marais.

The Big Guys Are Skating Well at La Pépinière Théâtre in 2026

Les Gros Patinent Bien, the Pierre Guillois and Olivier Martin-Salvan show that won at the Molières, remains on the bill at La Pépinière Théâtre in Paris in 2026, bringing its trademark world of cardboard boxes and burlesque adventure.

Menopause at the Apollo Theatre in Paris in 2026

Ménopause, the comedy that upends the rules, is playing at the Apollo Théâtre in Paris until December 31, 2026, with its musical show about menopause.

Family Dinner at Café de la Gare in Paris in 2026

Family Dinner, a comedy by Joseph Gallet and Pascal Rocher, remains on the Café de la Gare’s program in Paris in 2026. A tense family gathering around Alexandre’s thirtieth birthday.

The 2-to-6-year-old City of Children reopens its doors in Paris for a playful, immersive experience.

After a year of renovations, the Children's City for ages 2–6 reopens on June 9, 2026 at the City of Science and Industry, with a redesigned space to accompany the youngest visitors in their first discoveries.

Intra Muros by Alexis Michalik at La Pépinière in 2026

Entre Muros by Alexis Michalik continues at La Pépinière Théâtre in Paris in 2026. A contemporary play that interweaves prison, a choral narrative, and a theatrical mise en abyme.

This museum pays tribute to a quintessential French actor: visit the Jean Gabin Museum in Mériel.

In Val d'Oise, a small museum pays tribute to a legendary figure of French cinema. Discover the Jean Gabin Museum in Mériel, near Auvers-sur-Oise.

The Brach Rooftop 2026: a terrace tucked in a kitchen garden with a view of the Eiffel Tower

Undoubtedly one of Paris's loveliest rooftops, the perched terrace at Le Brach in the 16th arrondissement offers a panoramic view of the capital while basking in the sun. For the summer of 2026, this intimate haven takes on Provence and the French Riviera hues, presenting the flagship cuvées of an iconic winery from the Var coast, paired with bites as fresh as they are indulgent.

The Château des Fleurs’ exclusive spa, a wellness interlude near the Champs-Élysées

The Château des Fleurs Hotel houses a discreet spa tucked behind the Champs-Élysées. Embracing the elegance of the Belle Époque, this residence offers two exclusive couple packages that pair spa treatments with gourmet moments.