What to do in the 3rd arrondissement

Paolina caffè: Paris's gourmet Milanese counter, from Italian coffee to aperitivo

From the first ristretto to the aperitivo, Paolina Caffè brings the Milanese bar spirit to Paris. Between Sentier and Rue de Turenne, the spot exudes warm elegance and a genuine taste of Italy.

Femmes Galactik: a free, cosmic fashion photography exhibition in the Marais

In the Marais, photographer Kenza Le Bas unveils "Femmes Galactik," a first-ever free photography exhibition featuring chromed reflections that highlight women who are free, strong, and inspiring.

Night of Museums 2026 at the Cognacq-Jay Museum: a free after-hours visit among the collections

The Cognacq-Jay Museum will open its doors free of charge this Saturday, May 23, 2026, as part of the 22nd Night of Museums, where 18th‑century works evoking the Age of Enlightenment, acquired by Ernest Cognacq between 1900 and 1927, are on display.

Family workshops and demonstrations: Night of Museums 2026 at the Musée des Arts et Métiers

On the occasion of the 2026 Night of Museums, the Musée des Arts et Métiers invites you to a special after-hours event on Saturday, May 23, 2026: visitors of all ages will be invited to explore machines and devices, each more extraordinary than the last.

A free late-night opening at the Museum of Art and History of Judaism in Paris for Museum Night 2026

Want to discover the Museum of Jewish Art and History? Great news: for Nuit des Musées 2026, the museum is opening its doors for free for a special late-night event this Saturday, May 23. Here’s the program.

A Major Japanese Vintage Market Opens in the Marais in Paris for Over Ten Days

We’re all familiar with Koji.Japan’s renowned Japanese Antique Market. Now, an exciting new chapter begins with the Grand Japanese Vintage Market making its debut in the Marais from March 20 to April 1, 2026. Come discover rare finds and vintage treasures curated by Koji Fukushima, Paris’s top Japanese vintage dealer, along with products from other talented creators.

C'Roll Sushi: We Tried the Japanese Spot That's Creating Buzz with Sushi in a Tube in Paris – Our Take

The sushi jumps off the tray and slides into a tube! In Paris, Push-Pop sushi is already making waves on TikTok and drawing a lunchtime crowd outside C'Roll Sushi, just a stone’s throw from the Centre Pompidou. Inspired by New York’s trendy food scene, these innovative maki rolls offer a fun, eye-catching format designed for on-the-go enjoyment.

Lulu Crêperie: The King of Ultra-Gourmet Street Food Crêpes in the 3rd Arrondissement of Paris

At the Marché des Enfants Rouges in Paris, Lulu Crêperie delights diners with its huge, indulgent Breton galettes. Located in the 3rd arrondissement, this street food spot serves up generous, flavorful crepes from Tuesday to Sunday—perfect for a quick, tasty bite.

Idôle House 2026: Lancôme brings its free, sensory pop-up experience back to the heart of the Marais in Paris

Lancôme invites you to rediscover its Idôle House from February 12 to 14, 2026, for a complimentary sensory experience immersing you in the world of its latest beauty innovations. Three exciting days filled with activities and discoveries await at the Lancôme pop-up in the heart of the Marais district.

Paris Antique Show: the premier fair for vintage jewelry and collectible watches set for fall 2026

In the heart of the Marais, the Carreau du Temple is gearing up to host antique jewelry and vintage watch enthusiasts this fall. Kicking off in early October 2023, the Paris Antique Show will open its doors, showcasing rare pieces from the 18th century through to Art Deco, along with vintage watches featuring extraordinary complications—carefully curated by top European specialists. It’s a weekend dedicated to discovering, networking, and benefiting from expert advice!

Piou Piou Market: The return of the big vintage and second-hand clothing sale, with items ranging from €2 to €10

The Piou Piou Flea Market is hitting the Haut-Marais in Paris from January 10th to 11th, 2026, bringing a flood of vintage style at wallet-friendly prices. Prepare to discover one-of-a-kind treasures that will turn heads. Say yes to your fashion favorites—without breaking the bank!

Gentle Monster: the South Korean eyewear brand's Paris flagship store and its futuristic installations - photos

Le Marais sees double... and it has never been so clear! Gentle Monster, the South Korean brand that is reinventing eyewear, has opened its first European flagship store in the heart of the district. Here, futuristic frames and kinetic installations merge to create an experience that can be seen... and felt.

Art Basel Paris 2025: Issey Miyake sublimates textiles and light in a free installation - our photos

Paris is set to vibrate to the beat of Art Basel 2025, the event that transforms the capital into a veritable art laboratory and playground for curious minds. As part of the Hors les murs program, the A-POC ABLE ISSEY MIYAKE installation takes up residence in the 3rd arrondissement from October 24 to 26, 2025. Conceived as a dialogue between textile and light, it promises a unique experience, free on reservation, at the frontier of fashion and contemporary art.

Elmgreen & Dragset's free, hyperrealistic installation in a gallery in the Marais district of Paris.

Behind the window of the MASSIMODECARLO Pièce Unique gallery, a scene that is more real than life itself stops passersby in their tracks: a gallery assistant slumped over her desk, frozen in silence. Created by Elmgreen & Dragset, this hyperrealistic sculpture is at the heart of October 2025, a free exhibition that can be viewed day and night until October 31, 2025.

Le Salon du Vintage 2025, 100% fashion and luxury, at the Carreau du Temple in Paris

Retro, chic and ecological, the Salon du Vintage returns to Paris from November 15 to 16, 2025! In the heart of the Carreau du Temple, in the Marais district, the shopping event will set up its luxury and second-hand racks, for a new 100% fashion edition.

Paris Fashion Week: Repetto makes the Marais dance with its pop-up and free juices

To coincide with Paris Fashion Week, Repetto opens "De La Danse à La Ville", its new pop-up in the heart of the Marais district. From October 1 to 5, 2025, visitors can slip on their pointe shoes and plunge into the world of Repetto, where the iconic pink meets the mythical red ballerina, between pointe shoes, a dance bar and free fresh juice.

Musée Picasso Paris: a free 2,300 m2 garden dedicated to the artist's sculptures in 2030

In 2030, Paris will inaugurate a free Pablo Picasso sculpture garden at the foot of the Musée National Picasso in the Marais district. In 2,300 m2 of greenery, a dozen emblematic works will be exhibited in the open air. What we know.

Journées du Patrimoine 2025 in Paris: the little-known Musée Cognacq-Jay and its program

For the 42nd edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Musée Cognacq-Jay, located in the heart of Paris's 3rd arrondissement, opens its doors to all visitors on September 20 and 21, 2025. Come and discover this little-known museum in Paris.

Heritage Days 2025 at Saint Elisabeth de Hungrie Church in Paris, program

Discover the beautiful Eglise Sainte-Elisabeth-de-Hongrie, in Paris's 3rd arrondissement, during the Journées du Patrimoine on Saturday, September 20, 2025.

Gustaf Westman's quirky pop-up decor gives a Parisian apartment a makeover - last day

Fashionable designer Gustaf Westman transforms a Parisian apartment into a pop-up that's part boutique, part arty installation! After Berlin and Copenhagen, this offbeat experience lands in Paris's 3rd arrondissement on June 28 and 29, 2025. Already acclaimed on Pinterest, the Swedish designer's unbridled decor is finally on show in real life!