What to do in october

83 Le Café: Sotheby's secret address for lunch in the 8th arrondissement

Fancy a gourmet break in the 8th arrondissement? Sotheby's opens the doors of 83 Le Café, its secret address combining elegance and refined cuisine. A discreet spot for a tasty lunch or a gentle tea time, during Fashion Week and throughout the year.

Octant, the gourmet destination offering flavors from around the world in the 5th arrondissement

Octant invites you on a culinary world tour from Paris's 5th arrondissement, with seasonal fusion cuisine created by an inspired chef and a refined, cosmopolitan menu.

Asahi Restaurant: Traditional Japanese cuisine in the heart of Belleville

Located in the heart of Belleville for nearly 30 years, Asahi is an iconic address where Japanese authenticity meets culinary creativity at affordable prices. Reinvented over the decades, this timeless place seduces with its refined atmosphere and varied menu, celebrating fresh produce and dishes prepared with precision and passion.

Hong Bao, the immersive Chinese restaurant that treats us to baos, noodles, and dumplings in Paris La Défense

Hong Bao has arrived at Westfield 4 Temps in La Défense, in the Hauts-de-Seine department. This immersive Chinese restaurant with a Shanghai feel treats us to homemade Biang Biang noodles, soft baos, and steamed dumplings. We tried out this XXL canteen and we'll tell you all about it.

Why is there a giant flying saucer in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine (93)?

In the inner suburbs of Paris, a strange object stands in the heart of the Marché Dauphine, at the Saint-Ouen flea market. What is this huge flying saucer that seems to have come straight from another universe?

Tea time hidden under the Printemps Haussmann cupola by Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol

Why not make yourself comfortable at Bleu Coupole, the restaurant under the immense dome of Printemps Haussmann, to discover the gourmet tea time of Bryan Esposito and Xavier Pistol? Both gourmet and accessible every day, there's something for everyone.

A sublime all-you-can-eat brunch on the banks of the Seine in the Yvelines, La Casa takes us on a journey.

Looking for a superb all-you-can-eat brunch to brighten up your Sunday? Head to La Casa in Medan, a new boat-themed restaurant offering a delicious brunch in an exotic setting on the banks of the Seine. Homemade dishes, pastries, and grilled meats—it's all there.

End of paper tickets: how to travel when visiting Paris, alternative solutions

Since November 5, 2025, paper tickets have been phased out in stations and train stations in the Paris region. This may be unsettling for travelers passing through the capital. Whether you're a tourist or an occasional visitor, we'll guide you through the different options. Rest assured, between the Passe Navigo Easy, Liberté+, the Île-de-France Mobilités app, and contactless payment on buses, you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to getting around Paris. Follow the guide to find out which options are the most affordable for your needs.

Disneyland Paris: prices, reservation opening hours... Everything you need to know about "Bon Plan" tickets

Starting November 18, 2025, Disneyland Paris is offering a new range of discounted "Bon Plan" tickets. This is a limited-time offer that is accessible to everyone, allowing them to enjoy the magic of Disney without breaking the bank. Launch date, prices, availability... We'll tell you everything you need to know!

Witches: our review of the spellbinding escape game at the Donjon de Paris

Ready to challenge the inquisitor and enter the secret world of witches? Le Donjon, the escape game brand in Paris's 11th arrondissement, invites you to discover "Sorcières, un monde à sauver" (Witches, a world to save), an experience that takes players into the heart of a coven hunted by an inquisitor. It's a scripted mission in which you must free the witches and prevent the disappearance of their universe. We tried it out, and here's what happened!

Tropiques en Fête in Paris, lifestyle: brunch, dance classes, konpa evening, afrobeats, bachata, all-you-can-eat buffet

Tropical lifestyle in Paris: Haitian brunch, konpa or zouk lessons, gwoka, konpa evenings, clubbing, after-work events, all-you-can-eat buffet. Book your kompa lesson now at the RizDjondjon Restaurant, the Movida Club, or Lakay Madiba!

Musée de l'Homme: discover the origins, evolution and future of the human species

At the Trocadéro, the Musée de l'Homme invites you to discover the evolution of Man (with a capital "H"), from the first humans to the men of today, on an interactive and educational tour.

Solera, the craziest cocktail bar in Paris

Solera is the crazy cocktail bar on the Left Bank. Here you'll discover a stunning menu of spectacular signature creations. The perfect place for an unusual cocktail experience!

Deep Purple in concert at the Adidas Arena in Paris in October 2026

Deep Purple announces a French tour in the fall of 2026! In Paris, catch the famous British progressive rock band on stage at the Adidas Arena on Thursday, October 22.

An outing in the heart of nature near Paris - AccroCamp

With eight AccroCamp parks in the Île-de-France region and Chartres, come and challenge yourself with family or friends, young and old alike! Our parks welcome you for unique tree climbing adventures, unforgettable birthdays, and events in the heart of nature. Easily accessible from Paris, each outing is an opportunity for thrills, laughter, and shared moments in the great outdoors.

Vietnamese pâté, an Asian delicacy at HOA NAM

Vietnamese pâté, known as "Gio," "Chalua," or simply "pâté," is a legacy of French colonization revisited with an Asian twist. Made with chicken or pork and local spices, it seduces with its creamy texture and delicately spiced flavor. An essential ingredient in the famous bánh mì, it embodies the perfect fusion of Vietnamese culinary traditions and French influences.

La Tropicale Glacier, the tea room serving unusual ice creams in the 12th arrondissement of Paris

La Tropicale Glacier is the colorful concept that awaits you in Paris. It's not just a tea room, but also an ice cream parlour with unusual flavours!

Centenary of The Great Gatsby: iconic places to relive the Roaring Twenties in Paris

Sequins, jazz and champagne: a century after the publication of Gatsby the Magnificent, the spirit of the Roaring Twenties lives on in Paris. From cabarets to brasseries, step back into the 1920s!

Simple Plan in concert at the Accor Arena in Paris in October 2026

Quebec's Simple Plan announces their return to Paris in 2026! Come and rock out to their pop-punk tunes at a one-of-a-kind concert not to be missed on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the Accor Arena. The icing on the cake is that Neck Deep will be the opening act!

Madame Arthur: transvestite cabaret and Parisian club

A true Parisian institution, Madame Arthur transports several generations into her musical world of drag and French chanson!