Free outings in Paris this March? We've got it! Looking for a great way to enjoy the capital without breaking the bank? We've come up with our 10 visits and activities that you're sure to love, without breaking the bank.
Paris, with its unrivalled charm, and the Ile-de-France region, with its rich heritage, offer a multitude of free activities that delight history and culture lovers as much as nature and urban adventure enthusiasts. In addition to museums that are free all the time and parks and gardens that welcome us without a penny, beautiful exhibitions and art galleries open their doors to us free of charge, allowing us to admire works of art without spending a penny. Paris and the Ile-de-France region offer a wide range of enriching experiences, accessible to all who wish to explore their beauty and cultural wealth without breaking the monthly budget.
Le Paris Élysées Club: Paris’s stronghold for casino gaming.
Sponsored - Craving the casino buzz right in the heart of Paris? Visit the Paris Élysées Club. Paris’s first gaming club, located on Rue Marbeuf in the Golden Triangle. Fans of Ultimate Poker, Punto Banco, or Blackjack flock to this refined, intimate venue. [Read more]
The Hôtel de la Marine’s balls: the season’s final ball postponed because of the heatwave.
Step back in time and attend an 18th- or 19th-century ball, part of the magical evenings hosted monthly at the Hôtel de la Marine. Here are the upcoming dance dates you won’t want to miss. The next ball is scheduled for July 2026. [Read more]
The free photo exhibition focused on Sebastião Salgado extended at Paris City Hall
The Hôtel de Ville in Paris pays tribute to photographer Sebastião Salgado with a major exhibition, free to the public from February 21 to June 6, 2026. [Read more]
Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the free exhibition at Galerie du 19M extended
Beyond our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to May 10, 2026, Galerie du 19M brings French artisans and Japanese creators onto the same thread. After delighting 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, the exhibition invites a journey where tradition and audacity intersect at every gesture. Embroidery, casts, feathers and metals become bridges between cultures and the arts and crafts. [Read more]
Japanese cherry Shirotae at the Jardin des Plantes: the remarkable tree with dazzling white blossoms
At the Jardin des Plantes in Paris’s 5th arrondissement, the celebrated Shirotae Japanese cherry tree is blooming this spring 2026. This remarkable tree, with its immaculate white blossoms and delicate fragrance, is drawing admirers earlier than usual this year and is currently in full bloom. [Read more]
La Mail de Bièvre and its flowering cherry trees, the hidden Hanami spot in Paris’s 13th arrondissement
In the 13th arrondissement of Paris, the Mail de Bièvre is a quiet, tucked-away stroll lined with blooming cherry trees. A discreet Hanami spot to discover in March and early April 2026, as the sakura fashion a pink-tinted avenue, far from the crowds. [Read more]
These archaeological remains of a Gallo-Roman villa can be visited on a campus in Essonne.
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Where to see cherry blossoms in Paris and Île-de-France: Hanami and Sakura tips for 2023
Spring has arrived a bit early this year, with cherry blossoms and other flowering trees blooming ahead of schedule. We’re sharing the top spots for a stroll amid the sakuras (Japanese cherry trees) and experiencing hanami—the traditional cherry blossom festival—during these months of March and April. Whether you're there to capture photos or simply to enjoy a magical walk, here are our favorite places to admire the cherry blossoms in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
This beauty pop-up takes over the rooms of a Paris hotel for an immersive experience - Sold out
Step into the legendary Hôtel Les Bains and discover a beauty pop-up that breaks all the rules. From March 27 to 29, 2026, each room becomes a captivating immersive experience, blending riddles, challenges, and sensory surprises. [Read more]
The 2026 History Days: Three Days of Free Events at the Arab World Institute
For three days, historians, writers, and artists will delve into popular festivities and emotions across the Arab world through roundtable discussions, screenings, and performances. This event, part of the History Days, will take place from March 27 to 29, 2026, at the Arab World Institute. [Read more]
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Free exhibitions in March 2027: the best cultural picks to experience in Paris and Île-de-France
Looking for a great outing this March 2027? Look no further: you’re sure to find something you’ll love in this selection of free exhibitions to see in Paris and Île-de-France! Discover the cultural highlights of the moment. [Read more]
What exciting deals await you in the capital in March 2027? Discover 100% free outings to enjoy in the Paris region this month. [Read more]
Fancy seeing a show, but don't necessarily have the means to afford it? Don't panic, in Paris, there are often shows (comedy, circus, dance, theater, young audience...) given away for free. Find out more about our best deals for free shows. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From March 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026
Recommended age
For all
Free exhibitions in March 2027: the best cultural picks to experience in Paris and Île-de-France
Deal of the day: Free events in Paris in March 2027!
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