What to do in paris when it's hot guide

La maison de Victor Hugo à Paris, une immersion artistique dans l'univers du célèbre écrivain français

La Maison de Victor Hugo is hidden in Place des Vosges, in the heart of Paris. This museum dedicated to the most famous of French authors lets visitors step into the apartment where the artist and his family lived, as well as into his artistic universe.

LaCrèma gelato, the new plant-based artisanal ice cream shop near the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Panthéon

We pushed open the door of LaCrèma, the new artisanal ice-cream shop on Rue Soufflot in Paris’s 5th arrondissement, open since April 2026. Behind the counter, Roberta and her house-made plant-based gelatos are shaking things up. Here’s everything you need to know!

10 parks and gardens in Paris and Île-de-France to absolutely visit in April 2026

In April, the flowering season is in full swing. Here are 10 must-see parks and gardens in and around Paris in April, featuring wisteria, iris, azaleas and rhododendrons to delight flower lovers.

At Kids' Paradise on the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines leisure island: the €1 carousel!

In Île-de-France, at the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Leisure Island, there is a magical place where children can laugh, play, and enjoy rides suited to their ages: Au Paradis des Enfants. It’s the cheapest park in Île-de-France, with an exceptional rate of €1 per ride.

Aventure Floreval: treetop adventure, paintball and multi-activities 30 minutes from Paris

Only 30 km south of Paris, in Essonne (91), Aventure Floreval opens its doors for a new season dedicated to adventure and the great outdoors. Nestled in the heart of the forest, this expansive leisure park has become a must-visit for outdoor enthusiasts, whether with family or friends. On the agenda for your day: treetop adventure courses, zip lines, Jurassic Mini-Golf, paintball, outdoor Escape Game, an animal farm… enough to keep you entertained from morning to night.

Once upon a time… the show: Maestro at the Renaissance Theatre

Once upon a time… the show, a stage adaptation of Albert Barillé’s beloved series, will be performed at Théâtre de la Renaissance in Paris on April 22, 23, and 24, 2026, starting at 2 p.m.

Opening of Parc Astérix: What's new for 2026, including the new Egypt zone

The Parc Astérix in Oise is set to reopen on April 4, 2026, boasting some exciting new features. This season's highlights include transforming the Egypt area, introducing new rides, and offering a packed program full of fun for visitors of all ages.

The Musée de la Libération de Paris, a visit to the heart of the Resistance

Lovers of contemporary history will be delighted by the new Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin. Inaugurated in August 2019, it brings together works and other historical documents from the Musée du Général Leclerc, originally located above the Gare Montparnasse, as well as from Antoinette Sasse and the Fondation du Maréchal Leclerc de Hauteclocque.

The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital

Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days.

Heritage Days 2025 Neuilly-sur-Seine: at the heart of cinema history at the Gaumont Museum (92)

In Neuilly-sur-Seine, the Gaumont Museum is opening its doors for the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday September 20 and Sunday September 21, 2025. This usually private museum preserves and restores the Gaumont company's film collections.

Les Vedettes de Paris open-air cinema overlooking the Eiffel Tower - films and reservations

Vedettes de Paris, the iconic company of the Seine, launches the second edition of its open-air cinema-flotant from August 20 to 24, 2025. We reveal the program.

International Châteaux Day 2025: beautiful châteaux to visit in Île-de-France this weekend

This Saturday, July 19, 2025, is International Castle Day. But how? By visiting these magnificent monuments, of course! And we're in luck: Paris and the Île-de-France region are home to some of the most beautiful châteaux in France. Here's a small selection of palaces and royal residences to visit.

Pierre Hermé's gourmet ice creams for summer 2025

This summer, Pierre Hermé unveils a collection of daringly flavored ice creams and sorbets, combining original creations and emblematic fragrances. Available until August 27, 2025, these sweet treats can be enjoyed in pots, scoops or ice cream cups, particularly in tea rooms like Beaupassage.

Base de loisirs de Bois-le-Roi (77): free swimming and unlimited sports activities

The Base de Loisirs de Bois-le-Roi, in the Seine-et-Marne département, awaits you for a full range of outdoor activities, including free swimming in summer, golf and tennis. Located on the banks of the Seine, with direct access to the Fontainebleau forest, this 73-hectare leisure park is the ideal spot for relaxation, sport and family fun.

July 14, 2025 fireworks and party on the rooftop of the Hôtel Brach Paris

For a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower and the fireworks on July 14, 20259, head to the superb rooftop of the Hôtel Brach, which is offering an exclusive evening in collaboration with Maison METZGER. Shall we reserve a seat, folks?

Les parfaits glacés from Pâtisserie Rayonnance, crazy, ultra-refreshing ice creams

Every Saturday in summer, Pâtisserie Rayonnance delights with its boldly flavored parfaits glacés. Matcha, strawberry, chocolate or peach Melba: a sweet break as refined as it is original, on rue de Maubeuge. On other days, you'll love the original scoops of ice cream with Japanese accents.

Chocolaterie William Artigue's bite-sized ice creams for chocolate lovers

This summer, chocolaterie William Artigue, nestling in the 10th arrondissement of Paris, is delighting chocolate lovers with its bite-sized ice cream sticks. Three gourmet flavors, low in sugar but rich in cocoa, are now available near the Canal Saint-Martin.

Original artisanal ice creams in Paris: a frosty pop-up at La Samaritaine this summer

Throughout the summer of 2025, the Parisian department store La Samaritaine will be hosting a pop-up by Café Isaka, the famous artisanal ice-cream maker offering original Asian flavors in jars or mochis, made in Paris. We're off to the department store, on the ground floor on the Rivoli side, to chill out and sample these icy treasures.

Nina Métayer sets up her ice cream cart at Maison Colbert

All summer long, pastry chef Nina Métayer offers her homemade pots glacés on the terrace of café Clothilde. A discreet, gourmet ice-cream cart to discover in Paris's 5th arrondissement.

Christophe Louie's unusual panettone ice cream to discover in Paris this summer

How about panettone ice cream? In Paris, Christophe Louie offers an ice-cream version of his famous panettone. An original creation to be found all summer 2025 in his Haut-Marais boutique, with flavors such as vanilla and pistachio.