To the west of Paris, the Hauts-de-Seine department starts just beyond the Paris ring road: particularly well served by public transport, the area offers a wealth of cultural, sporting and outdoor activities.
The Hauts-de-Seine region includes the towns of Levallois, Puteaux and Neuilly-sur-Seine, as well as the Parc de Sceaux - the 5th largest green space in Greater Paris - andIle Saint-Germain in Issy-les-Moulineaux...
In terms of culture, the Hauts-de-Seine département is home to the Château de Malmaison, where Napoleon Bonaparte andEmpress Josephine lived, the Albert Kahn museum, for a trip around the world without leaving the Île-de-France region, and the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud, with its view of the Eiffel Tower, to name but a few.
The Journey of the Three Wise Men: Camels Parade and King Cake Tasting in Garenne-Colombes
To celebrate Epiphany, La Garenne-Colombes is hosting the second edition of its Three Wise Men Parade. On Saturday, January 10, 2026, families are invited to enjoy a lively afternoon featuring a grand parade of the Magi riding on camels, followed by a convivial gathering around the traditional galette sharing. [Read more]
The giant Christmas market at La Défense 2025, with an ice rink, crafts, and entertainment on the program.
The La Défense Christmas Market will be held on the Parvis de La Défense in the Hauts-de-Seine for its 30th edition, from November 13 to December 28, 2025. More than 300 chalets, a central ice rink, daily appearances by Santa Claus, and festive entertainment await you. [Read more]
Heritage, cultural outings & walks
Aqua Restaurant, the terrace restaurant with an exceptional view of the Seine!
Sponsored - Just a stone's throw from the Suresnes bridge, Aqua Restaurant welcomes you 7 days a week, summer and winter, for lunch and dinner, aboard its elegant barge with a breathtaking view of Paris and the Seine. Come and enjoy creative, refined Italian cuisine on a beautiful terrace with DJ set in the evening, and a tasty family brunch on Sundays. Private parking and port if you come by boat! [Read more]
An orchestra of their own: a captivating immersive tribute to forgotten female composers at La Seine Musicale
The Seine Musicale hosts a free immersive sound installation dedicated to overlooked women composers from January 22 to May 16, 2026. This immersive journey offers visitors a chance to rediscover these overlooked creators through a heartfelt, sensory experience. [Read more]
Issy Urban Trail 2026: a Valentine's Night Trail Running Event in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
On Saturday, February 14, 2026, Issy-les-Moulineaux will kick off the latest edition of its Issy Urban Trail, offering various race formats to celebrate Valentine’s Day—whether you're running solo, with a partner, or with the whole family! [Read more]
Festival Chorus 2026 at La Seine Musicale: Meryl, Keblack, Ebony... and more to come
Every spring, the Chorus Festival kicks off the music festival season in Île-de-France. In 2026, the festival will return to La Seine Musicale on Friday the 10th, Saturday the 11th, and Sunday the 12th of April, bringing a lineup packed with a variety of performances. What's on the schedule? Renowned artists like Bertrand Belin, Louane, La Mano 1.9, Fatoumata Diawara, as well as Meryl, Keblack, and Ebony. [Read more]
Gims at Paris La Défense Arena: schedule, opening act, access details... everything you need to know
Gims prepares to take over Europe's largest indoor venue with five consecutive shows! The acclaimed singer, named France’s favorite artist among young audiences, is set to perform five big concerts at Paris La Défense Arena from Friday, December 19 to Monday, December 22, 2025. But what time do the doors open? Who is opening for Gims? When is the artist scheduled to hit the stage? How can you get to the arena via public transport? And what items are forbidden inside? Here’s everything you need to know before attending one of these five Gims concerts at Paris La Défense Arena. [Read more]
At Monix, the winter chalet and its cable cars at Splash in Asnières-sur-Seine
Chez Monix at Splash turns Asnières-sur-Seine into an immersive winter retreat, featuring vintage cable cars, alpine-inspired decor, and mountain-style cuisine crafted by Danny Khezzar, former Top Chef contestant, all nestled along the Seine. [Read more]
Halle de l'Arsenal - The Biltoki food court in Rueil-Malmaison, Hauts-de-Seine, is now open
La Halle Biltoki heads to Rueil-Malmaison! After making its mark in Issy-les-Moulineaux, the popular concept is now expanding further across the Hauts-de-Seine, settling into the brand-new eco-district of l'Arsenal. We went to explore and have all the details for you... [Read more]
Magic Noël 2025 in Levallois (92): Christmas market, magical parades, sound & light show, and funfair
Levallois-Perret (92) is rolling out its Magic Noël, a truly enchanted village brimming with entertainment, from November 29, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Santa's house, elf workshops, rides, shows, illuminated parades, sound and light shows, a funfair... everything you need to delight young and old alike! [Read more]
Gims performs at Paris La Défense Arena: who is opening the show?
As part of his "Last Winter Tour," Gims will take the stage for five consecutive nights at Paris La Défense Arena from December 19 to 22, 2025. But before fans get to see the singer—who was crowned Male Artist of the Year at the recent Victoires de la Musique—the audience in Paris will be treated to a special opening act. So, who will it be? Who will have the honor of warming up the crowd before Gims makes his entrance at Paris La Défense Arena? We’ve got all the details. [Read more]
Off Golf: The Best Golf Courses in Île-de-France to Perfect Your Swing
Off Golf is a golf facility offering a unique experience that combines sport and entertainment, located in Rueil-Malmaison and Villennes-sur-Seine (78). Open to everyone, both venues welcome beginners and seasoned golfers alike to try their hand at swinging, featuring giant targets, a bar, and screens broadcasting live sports events. [Read more]
Montrouge Fair 2026: The Contemporary Art Exhibition Showcasing the Next Generation of Talents
The Montrouge Pavilion is back for its 69th edition, running from February 13 to March 1, 2026. This must-attend event in the contemporary art scene showcases dozens of emerging artists each year, all gathered within the 1,500 square meters of the Beffroi. [Read more]
The 2025 Christmas Market in Neuilly-sur-Seine (92): a host of free and festive activities
The Neuilly-sur-Seine Christmas Market (92) welcomes you with a concentration of magic and delicacies! With artisan chalets, crepes and hot chocolate, concerts and free entertainment, the square in front of the Town Hall and Avenue Achille Peretti will be the place to be for the holidays in the Hauts-de-Seine department from December 6 to 24! [Read more]
In Extenso Supersevens 2026: the top seven-a-side rugby teams compete at Paris La Défense Arena
The In Extenso Supersevens brings together the top rugby sevens teams at Paris La Défense Arena this Saturday, February 7, 2025, promising a day packed with high-energy action and lively festivities! [Read more]
Les Halles d'Issy Biltoki, Issy-les-Moulineaux's food court and gourmet market
On the banks of the Seine in Issy-les-Moulineaux, Les Halles Eiffel has given way to Les Halles d'Issy - Biltoki, a huge 1,000 m² market and gourmet food court that welcomes you from breakfast to dinner in a festive atmosphere. Here you'll discover a range of 20 ultra-committed craftsmen and merchants, determined to delight you with the finest products. [Read more]
Le Petit Bouillon de la Gare d'Asnières-sur-Seine reveals itself, photos and review
The first Bouillon des Hauts-de-Seine opened its doors in Asnières-sur-Seine, right next to the Hauts-de-Seine train station. This new address is sure to delight foodies in search of traditional French dishes at affordable prices, who will no longer need to cross Paris to find one. We tried it out and we'll tell you all about it. [Read more]
Spots where to sleep and have fun with the kids
Yolo, the Californian restaurant with a chill atmosphere and comforting dishes in Suresnes (92)
In Suresnes, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the Yolo restaurant invites us to enjoy comforting Californian cuisine in a setting directly inspired by the West Coast. [Read more]
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. [Read more]
Dopo, the After Foot restaurant where you can watch games (and more!) in Boulogne-Billancourt (92)
Located along the banks of the Seine, Dopo is a hybrid restaurant in Boulogne-Billancourt, backed by the leading duo behind After Foot, Gilbert Brisbois and Daniel Riolo. It is a sports bar and restaurant designed for soccer fans and others, with a gourmet menu that showcases Italian cuisine. [Read more]
Ô Gourmandises d'Ange, the tea room for brunches, lunches and snacks in Puteaux (92)
Over eight years ago, Elodie and Olivier opened Ô Gourmandises d'Ange in Puteaux, in the Hauts-de-Seine department of Paris, a place as gourmet as it is regressive, where everything is homemade. [Read more]
Tribe Clichy brunch: all-you-can-eat buffet and children's entertainment
Sunday brunch! In Clichy-la-Garenne, we're taking advantage of the opportunity to try out the brunch at the TRIBE hotel, with children's entertainment included as a bonus. [Read more]
La Machine à Coudes, a Caribbean-inspired gourmet restaurant in Boulogne (92)
After 13 years in business, La Machine à Coudes, a well-known gourmet restaurant in Boulogne - Billancourt, is reinventing itself under the leadership of chef Rémi Braflan. From now on, you can enjoy a daring Caribbean-inspired gastronomy. Ready for an exotic culinary experience? [Read more]
French Kiss, the rooftop restaurant, bar and all-you-can-eat brunch
A new Eiffel Tower-view rooftop bar, restaurant, terrace and all-you-can-eat weekend brunch? We'll take you on a tour of French Kiss, the new spot on the outskirts of the Parc des Expositions at Porte de Versailles, where you're sure to want to relax. [Read more]
Eklo Paris, the affordable eco-design hotel at Porte de Versailles
We're off to Porte de Versailles to discover the Eklo hotel, both economical and up to date. Freshly opened, this spot offers rooms ranging from singles to dormitories for 6. With its rooftop and Eiffel Tower view, it's a great place to stay, especially for Paris Expo visitors. [Read more]
A gourmet family brunch with creative workshops for children, at Jolia, in Suresnes
Near Suresnes, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, the Jolia restaurant organizes its family brunch every Sunday, with great entertainment for the youngest guests. [Read more]
Marguerite 1606's exceptional brunch at Domaine Reine Margot
At the gateway to Paris and accessible by metro, we're off to discover the new all-you-can-eat brunch at Marguerite 1606, nestled in the historic Domaine de la Reine Margot. An exceptional setting for an enchanted interlude and finely executed dishes, we love it. [Read more]
Maison Marques at Asnières-sur-Seine, all-you-can-eat gourmet brunch near Bois-Colombes station (92)
Enjoy a unique brunch at Maison Marques in Asnières: an all-you-can-eat artisanal sweet and savoury buffet for a perfect Sunday. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat locavore brunch at Octave, the Seine Musicale restaurant
You've probably already been to La Seine Musicale to see a concert, a show or a film-concert... But have you tried Octave, its restaurant? The venue now offers its own brunch: family-friendly, locavore and all-you-can-eat! [Read more]
Brunch with children's entertainment at Le Parchamp Boulogne
The Hotel Parchamp in Boulogne-Billancourt, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, is offering its new Levantine brunch on Sunday, September 10, 2023, with a bonus of entertainment for toddlers! [Read more]
Kopster's rooftop brunch in western Paris
Fancy a brunch in the sunshine? Head for Kopster, the new all-you-can-eat, kid-friendly brunch spot in Colombes. [Read more]
Mama's Penthouse brunch: kid-friendly entertainment and all-you-can-eat buffet at Mama La Défense
Every Sunday, Mama's Penthouse, the restaurant at Mama Shelter la Défense, offers a 100% kid-friendly brunch with entertainment for your little ones (or older children). [Read more]
Kids-friendly lunches with children's entertainment at the River Café, Saturdays and Sundays
Are you looking for a restaurant that welcomes both young and old, with plenty of room for them to let off steam and even some entertainment to keep them occupied? The River Café in Issy-les-Moulineaux offers just that, every Saturday and Sunday at lunchtime. [Read more]
Kids friendly Sunday lunches at Quai Ouest, the pretty brasserie on the Seine
Just along the Seine from Paris, on the Saint-Cloud coast, nestles a lovely terrace to be enjoyed summer and winter alike, with or without children. It's Quai Ouest, a kid-friendly restaurant where you can enjoy Sunday lunch with the family. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat and kid-friendly brunch on the Rosa à l'Ouest barge
At Rosa Bonheur in Asnières-sur-Seine, every Sunday, the brunch welcomes you with family or friends on the Rosa à l'Ouest barge. On the menu, prepared dishes, pastries, gourmet desserts... enough to spend a nice Sunday! [Read more]
New Year’s Day all-you-can-eat brunch at Mama Shelter Paris East
Who says New Year says brunch to celebrate it. And there are lots of options in Paris, like Mama Shelter Paris East, located in the 20th arrondissement and providing an all-you-can-eat brunch sporting the colors of the New Year. On the menu, quality products, cooked dishes and festive food. [Read more]
Polpo, the marine brunch on the banks of the Seine
Looking for a relaxing spot for an original brunch on the banks of the Seine? Come and discover the kid's friendly brunch at Le Polpo in Levallois-Perret. A brunch featuring seafood products, all in a green setting with children's entertainment to boot. [Read more]
Zoos and aquariums
La Maison de la Pêche et de la Nature, a family venue dedicated to underwater life in Levallois (92)
Can you fish in the Paris Region? What fish live in our ponds, rivers and streams? How do you learn to fish? The Maison de la Pêche et de la Nature answers all these questions in its museum and aquarium, or by introducing you to fishing with a fishing course. The perfect family outing for young and old alike! [Read more]
Amusement parks and fairgrounds
The 2025 Winter Fair in Levallois-Perret (92): Christmas rides and seasonal treats
In December, Levallois-Perret lights up and becomes a real magnet for festivities. Between the sparkling Christmas Village in the Jardins de l'Hôtel de Ville and the Fête Foraine in the Parc de la Planchette just a stone's throw away, from December 6, 2025, to January 4, 2026, the atmosphere is simply magical. [Read more]
Lumières en Seine 2025-2026 at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud: we tested the new light trail
The Domaine National de Saint-Cloud will host Lumières en Seine from November 14, 2025, to January 11, 2026. This 2-kilometer illuminated trail features light and music installations for a magical nighttime stroll in the Hauts-de-Seine department. [Read more]
Sports outings
Granit: the place to practice bouldering, yoga and eat in Rueil-Malmaison
Looking for a friendly, sporty place to live in Rueil-Malmaison? Granit has set up shop here, offering bouldering, yoga and pilates classes, as well as a bistro and lounge area - enough to get you through the day! [Read more]
Parks and gardens
The Domaine de Saint Cloud, a huge park with many fountains near Paris
The Domaine de Saint-Cloud is the magnificent park of the now-defunct Château de Saint-Cloud. Even today, this magical place remains synonymous with festivities in the daily lives of local residents and Paris lovers alike. This historic 460-hectare park, classified as a Remarkable Garden, offers a variety of events throughout the year. [Read more]
Parc de la Roseraie in Chatenay Malabry (92): 8 hectares of listed greenery
Châtenay-Malabry, in the Hauts-de-Seine department (92), is getting a new green lung with the opening of the Parc de la Roseraie. This eight-hectare departmental park, classified as a historic monument, invites visitors to stroll beneath the foliage, between remarkable 19th-century trees and treasures of the past, such as the manor house of the Countess of Boigne and the remains of the Arouet house, a reference to Voltaire's family. [Read more]
The Musée Albert-Kahn and its garden, an exceptional green setting at the gateway to Paris
The Musée Albert Kahn, with its sublime gardens, is a must-see. Imagined as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery. [Read more]
The Hangar Y's contemporary open-air exhibition is back! An artistic stroll in the green
The Hangar Y, which conceals a 10-hectare natural area planted with trees, offers a year-round open-air art walk, free on weekdays and €3 with access to the Hangar on weekends. Since April 28, 2025, new works have been added to the circuit. From Erwin Wurm and Lionel Sabatte to Pauline Tralongo and Odile Decq, it's time for an unusual, unplugged stroll through the heart of the Hauts-de-Seine. [Read more]
Discover the magnificent Japanese Garden of Square Médéric in Colombes
Square Méréric, a pretty neighborhood park in Colombes, boasts a 3,800 m2 Japanese garden featuring bamboos, maples, pruned trees, azaleas and pagodas. It's the perfect place to get away from it all. [Read more]
The Parc du Domaine de Sceaux and its Château: history and programming
In the Hauts-de-Seine region of France, the Parc du Domaine de Sceaux is a must-see. This gigantic green setting, dominated by its château, attracts nature lovers and history buffs alike. [Read more]
Bois-Préau Park, a forest in the city, Rueil-Malmaison (92)
Just a few minutes' walk from the Château de Malmaison is a lovely park planted with trees: welcome to the Parc de Bois-Préau, Rueil's beautiful green space, where you'll feel like you're in a forest. [Read more]
Parc de l'île Saint-Germain, the magnificent floating garden in Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
Did you know? Issy-les-Moulineaux's surface area includes an island, Ile Saint-Germain, known for its magnificent park where you can take a stroll. [Read more]
Rueil-Malmaison's superb Parc des Impressionnistes, inspired by Monet
The Parc des Impressionnistes in Rueil-Malmaison, located on the banks of the Seine opposite the Ile des Impressionnistes, is a sublime 1.2-hectare park that honors the color palettes of the Impressionists. Water, plants and flowers in abundance recall Claude Monet's garden at Giverny. [Read more]
Parc de l'Amitié, the superb Japanese park in Hauts-de-Seine
Looking for an original park and garden just outside Paris? Head for Rueil-Malmaison in the 92 region to discover the Parc de l'Amitié, an astonishing park full of treasures, including a Japanese garden with its emblematic red bridge and flourishing vegetation. [Read more]
Issy botanical garden, the countryside at Issy-les-Moulineaux (92)
Just south of the capital, on the Issy-les-Moulineaux side, lies a pretty spot of greenery: this garden is the city's Botanical Garden, where you can come for a walk with a change of scenery, without even leaving Issy. [Read more]
Robinson Island Park, a riverside stroll in Asnières-sur-Seine (92)
If you follow the Seine from Paris, you'll arrive (after a few kilometers) in Asnières-sur-Seine, in the Hauts-de-Seine department. Still on the water's edge, you can opt for a family stroll or a break to watch the boats go by from the Île Robinson park. [Read more]
Parc des Impressionnistes, the perfect green space for a stroll in Clichy-la-Garenne (92)
Not far from Clichy's quayside, the Parc des Impressionnistes is one of the city's only green lungs. For a stroll, a jog or an outdoor picnic: discover this lovely tree-lined spot! [Read more]
A stroll on the Île Verte, a romantic promenade classified as a remarkable garden in Chatenay-Malabry (92)
To get to Chatenay-Malabry, just take the RER B towards Robinson, and get off at the terminus. It's here, between the towns of Sceaux and Chatenay, that you'll discover exceptionally rich green spaces, full of charm and remarkable century-old trees. [Read more]
The incredible free educational farm at Parc des Chanterraines, Gennevilliers (92)
The Parc des Chanteraines needs no introduction, as it's a must-see address in the Hauts-de-Seine towns of Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne. As well as being a beautifully landscaped green space, the site includes a beautiful educational farm, entirely free of charge! [Read more]
Parc des Chanteraines, the huge green space in Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne (92)
Created in 1975, the Parc des Chanteraines offers an exotic setting, perfect for a jog, a stroll or a day out with the kids. Located in the towns of Gennevilliers and Villeneuve-la-Garenne, come and discover this great park! [Read more]
Discover the Parc Pierre-Lagravère in Colombes (92), the perfect place to spend an afternoon outdoors.
Near Colombes, in the Hauts-de-Seine département (92), Parc Pierre-Lagravère is located on the banks of the Seine, with wide-open spaces perfect for sports activities, family outings or leisurely strolls. [Read more]
Parc de la Folie Saint-James in Neuilly-sur-Seine: the unusual park, a jewel of French landscape art
We introduce you to the Parc de la Folie Saint-James in Neuilly-sur-Seine, a French landscaped masterpiece from the XVIIIᵉ century that's well worth a stroll. This picturesque park offers you a plunge into history and the beauty of nature. [Read more]
Parc André Malraux: the Central Park-like green space in Hauts-de-Seine
Looking for a beautiful green space in the Paris region? Head for Parc André Malraux. With its 25 hectares, this green lung of the Hauts-de-Seine is the perfect place to take a break with your partner, family or friends. [Read more]
The Japanese garden at Parc Edmond de Rothschild in Boulogne
Head for Boulogne-Billancourt to discover the Japanese garden of the Parc de Boulogne, the park of the ruined Château Buchillot, once owned by Edmond de Rothschild. With its waterways, pine trees, maple trees and emblematic red bridges, it's a beautiful, soothing discovery to be made just outside Paris. [Read more]
The lovely Ichikawa Japanese Garden in Issy-les-Moulineaux
The Japanese Garden of ishikawa, just outside Paris, is the result of a partnership between the town of Issy-les-Moulineaux and the Japanese town of Ichikawa. They worked together to create the first truly traditional Japanese public garden in France. We're off to discover this Zen garden, ideal for meditation and relaxation. [Read more]
Current activities
Naturoscope, the free museum of biodiversity and its large aquariums, in Puteaux (92)
On the island of Puteaux, in the heart of the Parc Lebaudy, you'll find Naturoscope, a place dedicated to the environment that aims to raise awareness among young and old through educational exhibitions and events. [Read more]
