What to do in paris when it's hot guide

Heatwave in Paris: where can you find islands of coolness to keep the heat off?

As the heatwave settles over parts of France, Paris activates its network of "îlots de fraîcheur" (cool islands). Museums, libraries, parks, swimming pools and even churches: over 1,400 locations have been mobilized to protect residents from the heat, starting this Thursday, June 19.

Chapon opens its 100% chocolate popsicle bar in Paris: 17 frozen recipes to discover

Maison Chapon unveils a 100% chocolate eskimo bar in Paris to be enjoyed all summer long. The program includes 17 ice-cream recipes inspired by the company's emblematic candies and tablets, all the rage for what promises to be a hot summer season. Feel like some ice cream? Why not try the parfumps? The hardest part is choosing...

Free swimming and summer entertainment at the Jules Noël sports village, Paris 14th arrondissement

From July 5 to August 17, 2025, enjoy a free swimming pool, sports activities and an open-air cinema evening at the Jules Noël sports village, Paris 14th.

Pedone, the famous Italian ice cream maker, opens its first store in Paris 1st district

Pedone opens its very first Parisian boutique in the 1st arrondissement, bringing with it a breath of Dolce Vita. Right in the heart of the Palais-Royal district, this iconic Italian ice cream house, founded in 1959, offers its exceptional artisanal ice creams, where everything from the ice creams to the cones is homemade in front of you. We tested it and tell you all about it.

Wam Park Rambouillet water park: activities and free swimming in Yvelines

We're off to discover the Étangs de Hollande leisure park, which is getting a facelift. Not only is access free, but a new inflatable water park, Water Games, has also been installed. Pedalos, canoes, paddles and fine sand also await you. All of which promises a lively summer swimming season.

La Plage des Jeux de Nanterre 2025: a summer with your feet in the sand in the 92 region

Like every summer, Nanterre beach is back, with sports activities, relaxation areas and, above all, a large sandy beach.

Family tip: free water games at Parc des Chanteraines (92) this summer 2025

The Parc des Chanteraines, located between Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne, offers free water games for children and their parents all summer long. This verdant park on the banks of the Seine in Hauts-de-Seine (92) is the ideal place to cool off when the weather gets too hot.

Wam Park 77 in Fontainebleau, the leisure park with giant slides and water games, is now open.

Looking for a water park just outside Paris? The fun area with games and beach reopens its doors for the 2025 summer season. Tested and approved, we invite you to discover Wam Park Fontainebleau in the 77 region of France, at the Lac de La Grande Paroisse, a leisure park with a wide range of water activities: ski lifts, water jumps, inflatable water structures, floating terraces, canoes and pedal boats. If you want to feel like you're on vacation without leaving the Paris region, this is the ideal spot for fun with family and friends. And this year, admission is free!

Projet X Aquapark, Cergy's water park and giant water slides, opens its doors!

Projet X Aquapark is the new water park opening its doors from June 14 to August 31, 2025. A giant 3,000 m2 aquapark, water slides and climbing walls, and a floating terrace are all on the program. With family or friends, it's the ideal spot to enjoy a cool summer vacation.

Artigelato, the gourmet artisan ice-cream parlour in Paris's 9th arrondissement

We're off to rue La Fayette, a stone's throw from the Cadet metro station in Paris's 9th arrondissement, to discover Artigelato, a new artisanal ice cream parlour offering generous, gourmet ice creams.

The Louis Lumière free open-air swimming pool in Paris for summer 2025

A free swimming pool in Paris' 20th arrondissement? As it does every year, the Mairie de Paris is setting up free outdoor swimming pools to refresh and entertain you. We're off to discover the one at the Centre sportif Louis Lumière on the Porte de Bagnolet side, from July 5 to August 31, 2025.

The free Georges Carpentier open-air swimming pool returns to Paris for summer 2025

In the family of good summer deals in Paris, we note the free swimming pool at the Centre Sportif Geoges Carpentier in the 13th arrondissement. Once again this year, from July 5 to August 17, 2025, an open-air swimming pool open to all is set up for you to swim for free.

The free Léo Lagrange swimming pool in the 12th arrondissement of Paris is back for summer 2025.

A free swimming pool for all in Paris in summer 2025? It exists, at the Léo Lagrange sports center in the 12th arrondissement. From July 5 to August 31, 2025, this sports center will be hosting a large, free outdoor pool for young and old alike.

Free bathing on the Canal Saint-Martin returns for summer 2025

Free bathing in Paris's Canal Saint-Martin? It's possible again. Put on your swimsuit or shorts and cool off for free from July 5 to August 31, 2025.

La Guinguette des Étangs de Corot: the festive waterside terrace returns

How about a trip back in time to Ville d'Avray? The charming Hôtel des Etangs de Corot transforms its terrace into a summer guinguette for our greatest pleasure. With an idyllic view over the lake and gourmet offerings from Friday to Sunday, it's time to relax in the Hauts-de-Seine, in the heart of this oasis of greenery.

The Eiffel Tower 2025 summer terrace: suspended garden and ephemeral bar with panoramic view

This summer, the terrace of the Eiffel Tower is going green, inviting the sunny days to take root at altitude. From May 28 to September 15, 2025, Paris' most famous landmark will unveil a suspended garden 60 meters above the ground for an open-air interlude, perfect for chilling out, sipping... and shooting the greenest spot of the season!

The beautiful Jardin des Plantes rose garden unveils its beautiful colors

The Roseraie du Jardin des Plantes, located along the Galerie de Minéralogie, to the right of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle or to the left if you're coming from the Seine, is a wonderful place to discover in spring and especially in June. With its 390 species of old and modern roses, it's a magnificent and free rose garden, in addition to the superb rosebushes that stand proudly in front of the Muséum.

The Jardin d'Agronomie Tropicale, a hidden garden of exotic treasures

Do you know the Jardin d'Agronomie Tropicale René-Dumont? This exotic place steeped in history, hidden away in the Bois de Vincennes? We'll take you on a tour of this unusual garden with its many exotic treasures.

Les kiosques en fête, launch of free events in squares and gardens around Paris

Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat! And the new season gets underway at the beginning of May 2025!

The Dame des Arts Rooftop in the heart of the Latin Quarter for a 360° view of Paris

The Rooftop of the Hôtel Dame des Arts, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, offers a 360° view of Paris. This elegant spot offers house cocktails, wines and champagne, from mid-April to end-October 2025, at 4 rue Danton (Paris 6e).