This week's tips for Paris and the Ile-de-France region: free or inexpensive outings

A new week is upon us, and with it a whole range of things to do and discover in Paris and the Paris region! Click here to discover the cheapest deals for the week of January 27 to February 2, 2025 in Paris and the Ile de France region.

Who said that "Parisian nights out" necessarily rhymes with "hole in the wallet"? Trust us, we'll break this preconceived notion immediately! Throughout the week of January 27 to February 2, 2025, Sortiraparis offers you its selection of great deals to make the most of everything Paris and the Ile-de-France have to offer at low prices!

What to do in Paris and the Ile deFrance region? Every day, find all the things to do in the Paris region, alone or with friends. Games, museums, shows and concerts, sports activities... but also nice walks around Paris... Sortiraparis.com offers you a thousand and one ways to keep busy. Between free outings and affordable deals, you'll be able to experience the capital to the full and save money at the same time.

Whether you're looking for a good time out with the family, friends or even as a couple, there are plenty of low-cost experiences waiting for you all year round in the City of Light. So, are you ready to make the most of your Parisian outings without breaking the bank? Discover our special week-by-week selection. And don't forget to consult this guide regularly, as new plans are added as we post new announcements and make new discoveries.

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The week of January 27 - February 2, 2025 in Paris and the Ile-de-France region:

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11 free castles around Paris this Sunday, February 2, 2025, the 1st Sunday of the month
On the first Sunday of every month, certain monuments, and in particular châteaux, open their doors to us for a free visit. Why not take advantage of this Sunday, February 2, 2025, to treat yourself to one of the sublime châteaux of our Ile-de-France heritage? Don't forget, some of them require free advance reservations, so be sure to check and prepare your visits in advance. [Read more]

Vietnamese New Year - Lunar, Tet 2025 at Pavillon Baltard
To celebrate Vietnamese New Year in Paris, head to the Pavillon Baltard this Saturday, February 1ᵉʳ, 2025. This not-to-be-missed event for the Vietnamese community is back to celebrate Têt in the Paris region. On the program: entertainment, shows, buffet, games and dancing await you. [Read more]

Free museums and monuments this Sunday: places to visit this February 2, 2025 in Paris
Which free museum to visit in Paris on the 1st Sunday of the month, Sunday February 2, 2025? We're delighted to return to our little ritual at the start of the month: discover a museum or monument for free! [Read more]

2025 winter sales in Paris: dates, tips and tricks!
The winter sales kick off in Paris from January 8 to February 4, 2025! With shopping sprees galore and a whole host of bargains to choose from, we've put together a list of tips, tricks and good deals to help you make the most of this promotional period! [Read more]

Festivals and light trails to discover in Paris and Île de France 2024-2025
Festivals of light are even more numerous this year in Paris and the Paris region to brighten up our winter evenings, especially during the Christmas vacations. Follow the guide to discover the places that will dazzle us with lanterns and other breathtaking scenographies for this 2024-2025 season. [Read more]

Lueurs de Mantes: the free light trail in the heart of the Yvelines 2024-2025, is unveiled
Mantes-la-Jolie is shining brightly this winter! For the second time, this Yvelines town is organizing a large-scale, original nocturnal event in the footsteps of its cultural heritage. Join us from December 13, 2024 to February 1, 2025 to discover "Lueurs de Mantes", a luminous and artistic itinerary where illuminated scenographies mingle with digital artworks. [Read more]

Paddington in Peru: family adventure previews at Grand Rex
Le Grand Rex in Paris hosts the exceptional preview of Paddington in Peru on February 2, 2025 at 10:30 am. A festive, immersive morning, with entertainment and surprises, followed by the Grand Large format screening. [Read more]

eSports: the Kayane Cup returns to the Cité des Sciences
Esport fans, mark your calendars! The Kayane Cup, an e-sports tournament, awaits you at the Cité des Sciences on February 1 and 2, 2025. A tournament dedicated to Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising and Guilty Gear - Strive, also featuring conferences. We take stock! [Read more]

Free drone show to close Lueurs de Mantes 2, the Yvelines trail
Lueurs de Mantes, the light trail to be discovered free of charge in the Yvelines, is planning, as it did last year, a free drone show to end the event in style. See you on Saturday, February 1ᵉʳ, 2025. [Read more]

Lire la nature: the free literary salon at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature
The Lire la Nature fair will bring book lovers together at the Musée de la Chasse et de la Nature on February 1 and 2, 2025, with meetings, debates and other events on the theme of biodiversity. [Read more]

Pokémon arrives at BHV Marais, an exclusive pop-up for Pokémon Day
Pokémon takes up residence at the BHV Marais from February 1 to March 2, 2025. The program features a temple to pop-culture, with total immersion in the Pokémon universe. To mark Pokémon Day, the annual celebration of the famous video games launched in 1996, a brand-new pop-up and exclusive window displays will take over the rue de Rivoli, providing an opportunity to unearth nuggets. [Read more]

Salon Bien-être et médecines douces 2025 at Porte de Versailles
From January 30 to February 3, 2025, head to the Salon du Bien-être et des médecines douces, at Porte de Versailles. A few days to recharge your batteries and learn about well-being treatments, with workshops, meetings and conferences. [Read more]

"J'aime qui je veux" at the Palais de la Femme: a collective, feminine street art exhibition
An exhibition of some twenty street artists, with the theme "the freedom to love". This is the free collective installation to be discovered from January 29 to February 22, 2025 at the Palais de la Femme - Armée du Salut in Paris. [Read more]

Silva Lumina: a light installation in the courtyard of the Irish Cultural Centre
The Irish Cultural Centre welcomes artist Tom Meskell and his light installation entitled "Silva Lumina". Join us in the courtyard of the Cultural Center from dusk to dawn, from January 29 to February 14, 2025, for a free luminous stroll to discover sculptures in human and plant forms. [Read more]

Clear History, Oli Epp's free exhibition at Galerie Perrotin
From January 31 to March 1, 2025, Galerie Perrotin in Paris hosts the exhibition Clear History, conceived by London-based artist Oli Epp. Discover some twenty works exploring the paradoxes between technology, memory and truth, featuring 18 international artists. A reflection on the tensions between past and future in the digital age. [Read more]

Yves Saint Laurent - Pierre Berger une Collection Intime, the free exhibition at Sotheby's Paris
Would you like to enter the secret world of Yves Saint Laurent and Pierre Bergé? From January 21 to 31, 2025, the auction house Sotheby's Paris is opening its doors to a free exhibition unveiling a never-before-seen collection of furniture, objets d'art, drawings and photographs, offering an exclusive glimpse into the creative and intimate world of the legendary couple. A must-see between two Fashion Week events! [Read more]

Louis Vuitton: free exhibition of the design & art of living collections at LV Dream - extensions
Louis Vuitton opens the doors of its new free exhibition, dedicated to design and the art of living, in the continuity of Design Miami.Paris 2024. From October 16 to January 31, 2025, head for LV Dream to discover the Maison's Objets Nomades collection and cult pieces from its collaboration with Estúdio Campana, through a unique scenography. [Read more]

A free fashion and haute couture exhibition in a sublime Paris auction house
The prestigious auction house, Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr, invites you to an exceptional free exhibition highlighting the latest Haute Couture pieces from the Didier Ludot collection, prior to their auction. A tribute to five decades of passion, with 350 iconic creations, including 80 by Yves Saint Laurent, to discover before they go under the hammer from January 24 to 29, 2025! [Read more]

Fashion Week: the free exhibition in the intimacy of Karl Lagerfeld at Sotheby's
A free exhibition dedicated to Karl Lagerfeld comes to Paris! From January 24 to 31, 2025, the famous auction house Sotheby's, on rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, opens the doors to the fashion Kaiser's private life, through sketches, unique pieces and personal objects. A great cultural/fashion bargain just in time for Fashion Week Haute Couture! [Read more]

Crossing Lines: the exhibition mixing graffiti and shibari at the Goldshteyn-Saatort gallery - finissage
When graffiti and shibari meet... Galerie Goldshteyn-Saatort invites you to the closing of its exhibition Crossing Lines, featuring works by JonOne and Marie Sauvage, on January 30, 2025. The exhibition closes on February 1! The program includes live painting and lots of other surprises... BOOKING REQUIRED FOR FINAL VIEWING! [Read more]

Made in France, a textile history: the free exhibition at the National Archives
In a free exhibition, the Archives Nationales tell the story of textiles "Made in France" with a collection of unique samples, from the most popular to the most luxurious fabrics, from October 16, 2024 to January 27, 2025. [Read more]

A free salsa night every Friday at La Communale
In the month of January 2025, La Communale de Saint-Ouen invites you to dance the night away on several Fridays! [Read more]

Belladonna: we saw Tatiana Wolska's exhibition at Drawing Lab - our photos
Attention contemporary art lovers! The Drawing Lab awaits you to discover its exhibition of the moment, entitled Belladonna, from January 24 to April 20, 2025. Somewhere between drawing and sculpture, this exploration by artist Tatiana Wolska takes its inspiration from Belladonna, an ambivalent plant that mixes remedy and poison, to question vital cycles, uprooting and forms of emancipation through drawings that are torn apart, then reassembled. An immersive experience not to be missed! [Read more]

Miniature, a free exhibition to discover with a magnifying glass at the Artistik Rezo gallery - our photos
The Artistik Rezo gallery is offering an original and fun exhibition, free of charge: discover miniature works through a magnifying glass, from January 23 to March 5, 2025. [Read more]

The Colors Festival takes over the Track 119 food court for a free street art exhibition
The Colors Festival takes up residence at Track 119, the hidden food court in Paris's 11th arrondissement, from January 23 to February 10, 2025. This 400 m² hybrid venue, inspired by Berlin's industrial ambience, brings together food, music and art, for the duration of an ephemeral exhibition featuring 65 works by 20 street-art artists. [Read more]

Center Wallonie Bruxelles: programme, exhibitions... all you need to know about the cultural center in Paris
Attention contemporary art lovers! The Centre Wallonie-Bruxelles, located in the 4ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, opposite the Centre Pompidou, awaits you to fill up on knowledge. This cultural institution, inaugurated in 1979, highlights the artistic scene of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation through a varied program: visual arts, live performances, cinema and literature. Want to plan a visit? We'll tell you all about it! [Read more]

Prune Nourry: her Venus project exhibited at Galerie Templon in Paris, our photos
Galerie Templon invites Prune Nourry to take over its various spaces on rue du Grenier-Saint-Lazare in Paris. In this new solo show, on view free of charge from January 11 to March 1, 2025, the French artist unveils her latest project, entitled "Vénus". [Read more]

Nuances de Bleu by Van Cleef & Arpels: the free jewelry exhibition at the Galerie du Patrimoine
The famous haute joaillerie house Van Cleef & Arpels makes us see life in blue, with its new exhibition to be discovered free of charge from January 17 to June 30, 2025 at the Galerie du Patrimoine. [Read more]

Notre-Dame de Paris: light sculptor Patrick Rimoux's exhibition at Galerie Minsky
Artist Patrick Rimoux unveils his version of Notre-Dame de Paris in an original, free exhibition at Minsky Gallery from January 24 to March 22, 2025. [Read more]

Lèche-Vitrines: Harry Nuriev's first (free) exhibition in France, at Galerie Sultana
Worn-out everyday objects transformed into works of art behind glass: welcome to Lèche-Vitrines, Harry Nuriev's audacious exhibition at Galerie Sultana. Until March 8, 2025, the fashionable designer turns consumerism on its head to sublimate the ordinary. A free artistic stroll to discover in the Marais! [Read more]

1624-2024, 400 years of the Palais-Royal: the historical exhibition at the Domaine national du Palais-Royal
The Domaine du Palais-Royal celebrates its anniversary: 400 years of history are revealed in a free exhibition running until March 30, 2025. [Read more]

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Artisanal galettes des rois from Pépite Boulangerie in the 11th arrondissement: Frangipane and Black Sesame
Pépite Boulangerie, based in the 11th arrondissement, is offering two original and tasty galettes des rois this year: a classic Frangipane and a daring version with Black Sesame. Available throughout January 2025, these creations are sure to delight. And because they're so affordable, we're running out! [Read more]

The exceptional matcha tart from Pâtisserie Les 3 Chocolats as Galette des Rois
In Paris, patisserie Les 3 Chocolats reinterprets the traditional galette des rois with a matcha tart, available until the end of January 2025. This gourmet creation combines Japanese and French flavors in a unique experience. [Read more]

3 Christmas markets, a vegetarian raclette chalet and a hot drinks bar at the REcyclerie
La Recyclerie not only hosts its traditional Christmas theme markets, but also unveils a wine and hot chocolate bar and a vegetarian fondue and raclette chalet! [Read more]

Chinese Lunar New Year Paris 13th 2025: the program for the parade, shows and entertainment
The Chinese Lunar New Year takes over the 13th arrondissement of Paris from Monday January 27 to Saturday February 15, 2025. On the program: cultural events, shows, exhibitions and the unmissable parade on Sunday February 9, the largest in the capital. [Read more]

Chinese Lunar New Year 2025, lion dances by Tang Frères and Paris Store in Paris 13e and Ile-de-France
To celebrate the Chinese New Year and, more generally, the Lunar New Year, Tang Frères and Paris Store, the benchmark Asian stores, are organizing lion dances in their various stores in Paris and Seine-et-Marne, festive events not to be missed. [Read more]

Chinese New Year - Lunar at la Samaritaine 2025, free entertainment and dragon dance on the program
The Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year to encompass all communities, takes over la Samaritaine from January 22 to February 4, 2025. To celebrate the Year of the Snake, the department store is offering a series of cultural events, artistic demonstrations and an Asian beauty selection. [Read more]

Lunar New Year 2025 at Belleville Food Market ® with Lion Dance
Building on the success of previous editions, the Food Market ® is celebrating the Lunar New Year again this year, on Thursday January 30, 2025. The aim? To showcase authentic Chinese and Asian gastronomy in a lively, festive setting. [Read more]

Chinese New Year 2025 at Chinagora, menu, fireworks and lion dance
Like every year, Chinagora, the quintessential Chinese hotel in the Val-de-Marne region of Paris, celebrates Chinese New Year. This year, fireworks and lion dancing await you once again on Tuesday January 28 and Wednesday January 29, 2025. [Read more]

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Culture tips :

LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]

Le La Serpent, Ernesto Neto's free, monumental and immersive exhibition at Le Bon Marché
From January 11 to February 23, 2025, Ernesto Neto transforms Le Bon Marché Rive Gauche into a poetic, sensory interlude for the 10th edition of the department store's January carte blanche. With the exhibition "Le La Serpent", the Brazilian artist reinvents the myth of Adam and Eve, celebrating nature, humanity and spirituality through monumental crochet works. [Read more]

The Petit Palais in Paris and its hidden treasures, the free museum, opening hours and exhibitions
The Petit Palais, home to the Musées des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris, is a true architectural masterpiece. Designed by Charles Girault for the 1900 Universal Exhibition, this museum is a treasure trove. And since admission is free, you'd be wrong not to take advantage of it. [Read more]

La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
Paris's Coulée Verte René-Dumont, formerly known as the Promenade Plantée, is a beautiful, little-known walk for Parisians, taking us on a verdant journey from the Bastille to the Bois de Vincennes over the Viaduc des Arts. It's an unusual and shady way to discover Paris, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. [Read more]

Tourism: Val-d'Oise village named one of France's most beautiful villages retains its title
Did you know that there's a town in the Paris region that's on the prestigious list of France's most beautiful villages? And the good news is that this year, it has retained this famous label. So which village is it and where exactly is it located? We've got the answers! [Read more]

What to do in Barbizon, the famous village between art and nature?
How about a trip to Barbizon? This charming village, 50 km from Paris, immerses us in art and nature on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest. Discover our tips for the perfect day out or weekend break. [Read more]

Montfort l'Amaury: discover the charming village, a medieval treasure of the Yvelines region
On the edge of the Rambouillet forest, Montfort l'Amaury reveals 1000 years of history. Discover this medieval village, its historic monuments and the charm of its cobbled streets. [Read more]

Moret-sur-Loing : Medieval and Impressionist city among the most beautiful detours in France
Discover Moret-sur-Loing, this medieval and impressionist city among the Most Beautiful Detours of France, only one hour from Paris. Visit this charming town, famous for its Sucre d'Orge, its royal city and the landscapes of Alfred Sisley. [Read more]

Vétheuil (95), discover this picturesque village on the banks of the Seine, cradle of Monet's art.
How about discovering Vétheuil, one of France's most beautiful villages and the inspiration of artist Claude Monet? Located in the French Vexin regional nature park, this is a real treasure trove to be discovered, as you stroll along the banks of the Seine. [Read more]

Carousel, trampoline, playground... 3 things to do with children in the Tuileries Gardens
Planning a trip to the Tuileries Gardens? With the whole family, even young children, it's the ideal place for a stroll or, better still, some really fun activities. [Read more]

L'Isle-Adam: the green nugget in Ile-de-France, 25 km from Paris
L'Isle-Adam, one of France's most beautiful Detours and a source of inspiration for many a landscape painter, is a veritable green nugget to be discovered just a few kilometers from Paris. On the banks of the River Oise, with its seaside resort and beautiful monuments, this village in the Val d'Oise has plenty to tempt those in search of strolls and discoveries. [Read more]

The Jardin du Luxembourg, an exotic setting in the heart of Paris
The Jardin du Luxembourg in Paris is a popular park with Parisians, who call it "le luco", and tourists alike. A bucolic and lively garden, it's a delight for those who choose to stroll here, especially with the arrival of fine weather! [Read more]

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Bons plans Loisirs :

Télérama 2025 Film Festival: 20 films, including 5 previews, at the cinema for €4
The Télérama Film Festival returns from January 22 to 28, 2025 for its 27th edition. It's a great way for cinema fans to (re)discover the 15 best films of 2024, according to the editors of Télérama, as well as 5 previews in several hundred French cinemas. [Read more]

Free platforms for watching films and series without spending a penny
With the number of platforms multiplying, it's sometimes hard to stay financially reasonable. Netflix, Amazon, Disney, Paramount, Canal+, and many others, how do you choose? Today, we're offering you an alternative that's just as good quality, but much cheaper: free streaming platforms. Here's a quick overview. [Read more]

Films Incontournables UGC 2025: the best films of 2024 back in cinemas for €5
Les Films Incontournables UGC is aptly named, as it features the best films of the past year. The new edition of this must-see event takes place from January 15 to 28, 2025 in fifteen cinemas in the Paris region. Good news: tickets are only 5 euros. It's also an opportunity to meet and talk with some of the directors. Here's the program! [Read more]

Tip: the Guimet Museum cinema is free for all
The Musée Guimet regularly organizes screenings and film cycles on Asian art in its auditorium. All screenings are free of charge. [Read more]

Louis Vuitton: a free series on Nicolas Ghesquière, the House's iconic artistic director
In the constellation of fashion greats, Nicolas Ghesquière shines, the visionary artistic director behind the Louis Vuitton Femme style revolution. The series "Nicolas Ghesquière: Shaping Fashion", offers an exclusive insight into his inspiring career, his secrets and his successes, free to discover on YouTube. [Read more]

Dior Paris 30 Montaigne, boutique - museum, café and restaurant
The mythical Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this is a new address that should seduce all fashion addicts but also fine gourmets in search of a gourmet café or a refined restaurant. [Read more]

Ex-TATI Barbès becomes an ephemeral concept store with boutique, exhibitions, café and workshops
The former TATI Barbès reopens its doors from January 23 to June 29, 2025, with Youssouf Fofana, creator of the Maison Château Rouge label, at the helm. In partnership with the Jordan brand, the former legendary 18th arrondissement boutique becomes "Le grand Magasin Éphémère", a multicultural hub where fashion and art meet in a trendy atmosphere. On the program? Library, café, boutique, exhibitions and workshops! [Read more]

MINISO, the brand for plush toys and adorable lifestyle objects, opens a store on the Champs-Élysées
An avalanche of adorable plush toys and "kawaii" gadgets arrives on the Champs-Élysées with the opening of the MINISO flagship! The ultra-mimi lifestyle brand's biggest store invites fans of cuteness and inveterate collectors to (re)discover its irresistible products, through multiple universes and collaborations. Opening this Saturday, June 22, 2024! [Read more]

Saint Laurent Babylone: the Maison Saint Laurent bookshop and art gallery in Paris
Maison Saint Laurent inaugurates its own bookshop-gallery in the 7th arrondissement of Paris: Saint Laurent Babylone. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, the new hybrid cultural haunt for art and fashion lovers organizes monthly exhibitions, book signings and DJ sets, among shelves stocked with fine art books and a cutting-edge selection of magazines and vinyl. [Read more]

Luxury second-hand handbags, discover the unique Héritage boutique in Yvelines
Imagine, among the finest handbags and luxury leather goods at knock-down prices. That's what we've come up with at Héritage, a brand-new second-hand boutique that opened in October in Les Clayes-sous-Bois in the Yvelines department, in the heart of the One Nation shopping center. We take you on a tour of this address, which offers certified Hermès, Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga at 30% to 50% off. [Read more]

Winter Sale 2025: A Rain of Discounts at TissusLolieShop
Sponsored - The winter 2025 sales at TissusLolieShop are coming to an end, and this is your last chance to take advantage of discounts of up to -80%, with an additional 5% off from €100 onwards. Available online and at the Bobigny depot, these offers include a wide range of quality fabrics such as velvet, cotton and lace. Please note that stocks are limited and the last pieces are going fast. Don't delay, seize this opportunity to combine passion and savings before the end of the sales period.In addition to the special offers, discover two exclusive novelties, ideal for enhancing your creations. Visit us now on the website or directly at the store-depot located at 105 rue de Paris, Bobigny . Limited stocks, don't miss this unique opportunity! [Read more]

The Glasswalk at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, the hot photo spot under the store's Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann unveils the Glasswalk, a 9-metre-long glass walkway on the 3rd floor of the Coupole store, suspended 16 metres above the ground. Perfect for an unforgettable shot, this spot offers a unique perspective on 120 years of history. A must for lovers of architecture and quality Instagram spots! [Read more]

Gibert Joseph, an entire building dedicated to culture in the heart of the Latin Quarter: report
With its wide selection of new and second-hand products, Gibert Joseph is a long-established address for Latin Quarter regulars, selling books, CDs, DVDs and much more. [Read more]

A 250 m2 pop-up of second-hand goods, jewelry, accessories and clothing, where everything is €5, sets up in Paris!
Adjace Paris, is back with a 250 m² XXL pop-up where everything, absolutely everything, is €5! From January 10 to 12, 2025, the traveling thrift store's racks of jewelry, accessories and clothing will set up shop just a stone's throw from Les Halles. Three days to unearth nuggets and upgrade your style at mini prices, in an atmosphere that's both stylish and responsible! [Read more]

Les Sales Voleurs, a new thrift shop with a heist feel in Paris' 20th arrondissement
A hidden thrift shop has arrived in Paris' 20th arrondissement! This new second-hand hot spot is sure to cause a stir in the capital, with its concept of unbeatable prices and weekly price reductions! Whether you're looking for clothes, linen or accessories, you'll be in for a treat! [Read more]

Climbing District Saint-Lazare, a climbing gym and coworking space hidden in a chapel
How about a climb in an atypical location? Climbing District is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, close to the Saint-Lazare train station. Housed in a hidden former chapel, this climbing gym, which looks like an old library, is sure to surprise. Tip: coworking spaces with free wifi and coffee shop. [Read more]

A real skating rink sets up Parc André Citroën: Patins en folie
Feel like skating in the fresh air of Paris? The Parc André Citroën, in the 15ᵉ arrondissement, is the place to be, from December 15, 2024 to March 2, 2025, to enjoy a 450 m² ice rink. We tell you all about it. [Read more]

The Pontoise swimming pool, this Art Deco jewel in Paris has reopened: prices, activities and squash
The legendary Pontoise swimming pool, an Art Deco jewel listed as a Monument Historique, reopened its doors in early December 2023 after extensive renovation work. Located at 19, rue Pontoise in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, this historic swimming pool, designed by the same architect as Molitor and Pailleron, invites you to discover its unique architecture and new facilities. Fitness, weight training and squash await you. [Read more]

Hijacking and politicizing everyday objects: the unusual exhibition at Ground Control
Both playful and political, Ground Control's new exhibition, running from January 22 to March 30 2025, seeks to explain how simple everyday objects can become symbols of struggle for a people. [Read more]

Soccer: free tickets for Paris FC matches at Stade Charléty all season long
Just like last year, tickets to see Paris FC's Ligue 2 matches are once again completely free for all fans! [Read more]

Paris Basketball's next must-see games at the Adidas Arena
Built for the Olympic Games, the Adidas Arena is now Paris Basketball's year-round stadium, providing the perfect setting for a host of basketball matches in this urban venue. Find out what's coming up next! [Read more]

Pari Roller, the free night ride to discover Paris on rollerblades
Every Friday evening of the year, take advantage of the Pari Roller event to discover the city of Paris in a different way, thanks to a totally free night stroll, on rollerblades, scooter or bike! [Read more]

Hiking: the 25 moguls circuit, the GR 20 in the Fontainebleau forest in the Paris region
In Corsica, they have the GR 20, reputed to be the most difficult of the French Grande Randonnée (GR) trails. In the Île-de-France region, we're a long way from rivalling the circuit's 200 kilometers and 11,000 meters of ascent, yet it's here, in the forest of Fontainebleau, that you'll find one of the region's most demanding hikes. [Read more]

Handball: Paris-Saint-Germain home schedule
Paris-Saint-Germain Handball is back for another season! For as little as 13 euros, you can attend all their home matches in the league, Champions League and Coupe de France! [Read more]

Science Experiences, the concept between museum and theme park at Bercy Village
Science Expériences is a unique concept combining museum and amusement park to bring science to life for children. With scientific experiments, virtual reality and video mapping, it uses the latest technologies to bring science to life for children... [Read more]

Lunar New Year at the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes: a festive, free day out for all the family
Want to travel without leaving Paris? This Sunday, February 2, 2025, the Hippodrome Paris-Vincennes is transformed into a grand stage to celebrate the Lunar New Year. A festive atmosphere, free entertainment, flavours from Asia... everything you need for an unforgettable day, whatever the weather! [Read more]

The Edge: the highest-rated 4D virtual reality experience in Paris!
Sponsored - The Edge offers ultra-immersive virtual reality experiences for friends, colleagues and family. The "Ganymede" experience plunges us into a science-fiction adventure combined with highly realistic physical sensations. A complete change of scenery guaranteed! [Read more]

Unusual visit: Relive the construction of the Eiffel Tower in VR
Looking for an unusual way to visit the Eiffel Tower? Viality Tour takes you on an immersive virtual reality tour of the Iron Lady, and plunges you into its history during the 1889 Universal Exhibition. We've got a promo code for you! [Read more]

The Edge: the virtual reality revolution in the heart of Paris' 3rd arrondissement
Virtual reality fans, THE EDGE opens a monumental space in the heart of Paris! Dive into an immersive VR experience inspired by "Ready Player One", where realistic sensations and space adventures await you. [Read more]

Tour Eiffel Effect, the breathtaking immersive experience on the Eiffel Tower: free gift voucher
Alert friends, a new, never-before-seen immersive experience opens its doors this July 10, 2024 on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. Tour Eiffel Effect is the name of this VR team game that will take you on a fantastic adventure to rebuild the Eiffel Tower and fly all around it in the final, apotheosis-like moment. Good news: for the opening, it's free from July 10 to 22 for anyone with a ticket to go up. [Read more]

Escape Game Aventure, the escape company for kids, in Puteaux (92)
Would you like to introduce your children to escape games? Head for Escape Game Aventure in Puteaux, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, to discover rooms designed entirely for children. Ready for adventure? [Read more]

Gamescape, the historical adventure escape game just a stone's throw from République
Looking for an escape game out of the ordinary? Let's head for Gamescape, located a stone's throw from République, which offers no less than three unique adventures, plus a giant escape game for large group team building. Conceived by three game enthusiasts, Gamescape takes you back in time to different locations in Paris. Will you come out of these adventures unscathed? From €19/person [Read more]

Italian Cultural Institute: program, exhibitions, events... All about Hôtel de Galliffet
Discover the Italian Cultural Institute of Paris, a cultural treasure nestled in the historic Hôtel de Galliffet! Explore its history and its essential contribution to the spread of Italian culture in France. Located in the prestigious 7th arrondissement, this establishment offers language courses, cultural events and a rich library, attracting Italian culture lovers and history buffs alike. Want to learn Italian? [Read more]

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Good plans Food & Drink :

Under the Sea, the first immersive restaurant in Paris by Ephemera that takes us under the ocean
Under the Sea is the name of the first immersive restaurant in Paris. An unusual and affordable concept imagined by the Ephemera group. Head to the 13th arrondissement in the heart of a hidden room of the MK2 Bibliothèque for an original experience during a meal. [Read more]

Brasserie des Prés, charming and affordable, the hidden gem of Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Carefully tucked away in a bucolic courtyard in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Brasserie des Prés proves to be the neighborhood's best address, as delightful and charming as it is affordable. [Read more]

Chick'n Lover, the temple of fried chicken and hot comfort food
Chick'n Lover is the new fast good on rue du Faubourg Montmartre in Paris's 9th arrondissement. A halal chicken street food restaurant where everything is homemade, from sauces to spicy and non-spicy tenders, not to mention the hot roast chicken sandwich. To innovate, the house is also launching its hot dishes based on curry and comforting roast chicken. [Read more]

Food Society Paris, the giant Food Court on 3 500 m2 at the Ateliers Gaîté in video
Food Society is moving to the Montparnasse district of Paris, opening its doors this Thursday, October 20, 2022. Imagine a 3,500 m2 food court with 15 crazy restaurants, as well as a cocktail bar and bar, a central bar and a cellar-grocery open 7/7 days in the Ateliers Gaîté on the Montmarnasse station side in the 14th arrondissement. We set out to discover this huge food spot and find out what's in store. [Read more]

Bouillon Julien, one of Paris' finest restaurants in affordable mode
Le Bouillon Julien, an Art Nouveau gem in Paris, offers an affordable culinary experience all year round. Discover its history and accessible menu. [Read more]

Viet 1331, the 13th arrondissement's Vietnamese karaoke restaurant in immersive mode
Viet 1331 is the name of the new karaoke restaurant on the corner of avenue d'Ivry and rue Baudricourt in Paris's 13th arrondissement. We're off to the streets of Vietnam to discover some delicious, gourmet dishes. [Read more]

Yansai, the best Gua bao in Paris opens a restaurant on rue Gravilliers - Paris 3rd arrondissement
Yansai, the Asian street food restaurant, sets up in the heart of Paris in the 3rd arrondissement. Head for the lively Rue des Gravilliers to feast on entirely homemade specialties in a larger, two-storey restaurant. [Read more]

Bouillon République, the bubbling French address
Bouillon République has finally opened its doors and, like its big brother Bouillon Pigalle, offers a host of traditional French dishes at very affordable prices. [Read more]

Pho Bom, the must-visit Vietnamese restaurant in Paris's 13th arrondissement
Pho Bom, located in the heart of Paris's 13th arrondissement, is a popular address for lovers of Vietnamese cuisine. Renowned for its Pho soups and traditional specialties such as bún chả Hà Nội and bánh xèo, this authentic restaurant is always busy. The friendly atmosphere, tasty dishes and affordable prices make it a sure bet in the Asian quarter, even if the lack of reservations sometimes requires a dose of patience. A good restaurant worth getting up early for or waiting in line for. [Read more]

Toscanino, the schiacciate restaurant in street food mode in the rue Mouffetard
Do you know schiacciate? This typically Italian oven-baked bread comes to Paris in the form of tasty sandwiches at Toscanino, a restaurant in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, rue Mouffetard. A beautiful product to taste on the spot or to take away that smells good the sun of Florence. We tested it, we tell you! [Read more]

Wani Paris, the poetic coffee shop in the 6th arrondissement that sublimates plants
Wani is the new coffee shop on the Left Bank, a stone's throw from Le Bon Marché. Headed by Sugio Yamaguchi, the former virtuoso of the Botanique restaurant, he aims to offer us simple, healthy, finely-crafted products. [Read more]

Used Book Café, the literary coffee shop
The Used Book Café is the coffee shop library of the Merci Concept Store. A coffee shop like no other since it offers you the possibility to read while enjoying a simple and home-made menu. [Read more]

Boulangerie Pâtisserie l'Équilibre, the best in French patisserie Paris 15e
L'Équilibre is the Boulangerie Pâtisseries that everyone flocks to in Paris's 15th arrondissement. With a baker and pastry chef who is a former palace sous chef, the pastries, viennoiseries and sourdough breads are as luxurious as they are gourmet, and at a more affordable price. We love the classic, excellently executed, all in a historic boutique. [Read more]

Agatto, the tea room - workshop for the craziest mochis in Paris
Agatto, that's the name of this confidential tearoom that makes crazy mochis! Agathe, the head pastry chef of this gourmet spot, offers the best mochis in Paris and workshops to learn how to make them. We invite you to discover the nugget. [Read more]

Le Valentin, the charming retro tearoom in Paris' Galerie Vivienne
Did you know? Tucked away in Paris's Galerie Vivienne, a charming hidden tea room is the perfect spot for gourmands eager to sample delicious pastries, or in search of a restaurant for breakfast or lunch on the go. Welcome to Le Valentin, our favorite spot where you'll love to take a step back in time. [Read more]

Café de la Rose Lancôme by Nina Métayer on the Champs-Elysées
Alert, the Café de la Rose Lancôme opens its doors in the famous Champs Élysées boutique. And to satisfy your taste buds, what better than the World's Best Pastry Chef, aka Nina Métayer? [Read more]

The 2024 winter terrace at the 5* Maison Albar - Le Vendôme hotel: Tea Time at an affordable price!
The 5* Maison Albar - Le Vendôme hotel opens the doors to its cosy winter terrace, just a stone's throw from the Opéra Garnier. Fir trees, a chairlift and Yakuza pastries await you for a tea time that's both original and gourmet... all at an affordable price! [Read more]

Pink Mamma's brilliant Italian tea time under its green canopy
Discover the new Italian Tea Time at Pink Mamma which awaits you from now on with its sweet and salty delights in its sublime glass roof. [Read more]

Rose Bakery at the Maison de Balzac, the café-tea room and terrace in a bucolic garden
A confidential coffee shop tucked away in the hidden, leafy garden of the Maison de Balzac, here's something to tempt us. With its all-organic, homemade menu, luminous setting overlooking a relaxing garden and Eiffel Tower view, it's hard not to be seduced. [Read more]

Café Renoir, the superb hidden terrace of the Montmartre Museum
Café Renoir, hidden away in the garden of the Musée de Montmartre, awaits you for an exotic break in its glass roof, or in its lush garden in summer. Just a stone's throw from the Sacré Coeur, come and take a bucolic, gourmet break in this hidden, confidential terrace-tea room, offering both sweet and savory dishes. [Read more]

Coeur Sacré, Montmartre's rooftop bar-restaurant and designer boutique
Coeur Sacré is the name of this new living space in the heart of the Butte Montmartre. On the menu: a duplex featuring a designer boutique, delicatessen, bakery, exhibition space, coffee shop and, don't forget, a rooftop with lounge bar and restaurant! [Read more]

The Bombardier: the English bar a stone's throw from the Pantheon
An English pub located next to the Pantheon, The Bombardier is a must in the 5th arrondissement for a good beer or to watch a match with atmosphere! [Read more]

Le Nouvel Institut: the cheap, festive and sporty bar in Paris's 5th arrondissement
A well-known bar in Paris's 5th arrondissement, the Nouvel Institut is the inexpensive place to sit out on the terrace, watch a match or play a game of billiards in the evening! [Read more]

A free salsa, bachata and kizomba evening at Rosa Bonheur in Asnières (92) every Sunday.
For us, there's only one way to beat the Sunday night blues: dance. So come aboard the barge Rosa à l'Ouest for a lively evening! [Read more]

The terrace of Fluctuart, a cocktail bar in a floating urban art center
Want to enjoy the sun while sipping a good cocktail in a beautiful cultural place? Let's go to the open-air terrace of Fluctuart, a floating urban art center in the 7th arrondissement. It's also an opportunity to admire the breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower or the Grand Palais. [Read more]

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Bons plans Shows :

How to become a Parisian in one hour? : Olivier Giraud's show at the Théâtre des Nouveautés
How to become a Parisian in one hour? Olivier Giraud explains it all with offbeat humor at the Théâtre des Nouveautés. This funny show, 100% in English, is ideal for tourists discovering Paris as well as for Parisians ready for self-deprecation! [Read more]

The Sebastopol Comedy Club: stand-up comedy in a Paris hotel
The Sebastopol Comedy Club is the unusual comedy stage that awaits you in the heart of the 123 Sebastopol hotel in Paris. Every weekend, in the heart of a hotel, you'll find a stand-up stage hosted by established artists. [Read more]

La Femme Bocale by Charlotte Campana at Théâtre Le Bout
Charlotte Campana's La Femme Bocale, directed by Laura Ghazal, combines humor, self-mockery and emotion at Théâtre Le Bout in Paris, from September 19, 2024 to February 20, 2025. [Read more]

Tip: Comédie-Française offers free Monday tickets to under-28s
Every Monday evening in Paris, the Comédie-Française offers a unique opportunity to young people under the age of 28: 95 free tickets are distributed for its performances in the prestigious Salle Richelieu. Tickets can be collected from the Petit Bureau, one hour before the start of the play. [Read more]

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Good plans for children and families :

Le square de la Jungle: a playground that makes you feel like you're in the heart of the savannah, in Puteaux (92).
Enter the heart of the jungle, without even leaving the outskirts of Paris: head for the magnificent Square de la Jungle and its children's playground in Puteaux, for a family break all year round! [Read more]

A new playground designed by Speedy Graphito opens in Cour des Lavandières, Saint-Ouen (93)
In the new Docks district of Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, several play areas for children are located in the heart of the Cour piétonne des Lavandières, including one designed by Speedy Graphito. [Read more]

Tip: our top 5 family activities at the Jardin du Luxembourg
A must-see garden in the capital, the Jardin du Luxembourg is an essential green space in Paris. A paradise for runners and strollers, who like to spend long afternoons there, it's also a favorite spot for families: to let off steam or take advantage of the kid-friendly activities on offer in the garden. [Read more]

Rejoué, the solidarity toy store in the 14th arrondissement
Looking for a good deal on toys for less? Go to Rejoué, the solidarity store that sells refurbished toys at very low prices. [Read more]

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]

Le Jardin du Dragon: the must-see children's playground at Parc de la Villette
The Parc de la Villette is one of the capital's largest parks: combining sport, large lawns and ruby-red infrastructures, the park is the playground of families and children, who have a blast in the outdoor play areas. [Read more]

Guided tours and workshops to discover the Bourse de Commerce's collections with the whole family
The Bourse de Commerce welcomes young and old alike to its exhibition space with a variety of activities. The program includes workshops, guided tours for young audiences and games to help families discover the works in the collection. [Read more]

The Children's Gallery, HQ of the little ones at the Centre Georges Pompidou
Want to go to the museum but with your family, things get complicated: the kids get bored, you can't run around or let off steam, the exhibition doesn't interest your youngest ones...So, don't worry, the Centre Georges Pompidou has created an exhibition space specially designed for the little ones, so they can discover modern and contemporary art with activities just for them! [Read more]

Jardin d'Acclimatation, the amusement park in the heart of Paris
Once again, the Jardin d'Acclimatation welcomes us for some fun and relaxation. This amusement park for small children offers 40 attractions for children from 1 year of age, an educational farm and restaurants on the edge of the Bois de Boulogne at the gateway to Paris. [Read more]

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Strikes, demonstrations, weather, transport :

Weather in Paris and Ile-de-France this Saturday January 25, 2025 and tomorrow
What's the weather like right now in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Check the weather forecast every day before planning your outings. Whether it's rain, snow or sunshine, cold or hot, fair or foul, the capital belongs to you! Here's your weather forecast for Paris and Île-de-France this Saturday January 25, 2025 [Read more]

Info Metro RER trains, closures, works and demonstrations in Paris this Saturday January 25, 2025
In the blink of an eye, you'll have access to all the information you need about traffic in Paris, updated in real time. RATP Metro RER and Transilien, roadworks, traffic, major events and demonstrations, we give you all the practical information you need to know before going out in Paris this Saturday January 25, 2025. [Read more]

A new Paris-La Villette shuttle to Beauvais airport for your booked trips
Since Thursday November 14, 2024, a new shuttle bus has linked La Villette to Beauvais airport, making it easier for Parisians to access this air hub. With around ten daily round trips, this shuttle leaves from the Cité des Sciences forecourt and takes 1h30 to reach Beauvais. [Read more]

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Good plans Coming soon :

Le Défilé du Printemps: attend monthly fashion shows in the heart of the department store
Printemps Haussmann invites you to the Défilé du Printemps, the monthly fashion rendez-vous where trends come to life on the catwalk at 7e Ciel. Open to all upon reservation, the event will follow a number of trendy themes, from evening wear to denim to cold weather. At last, an opportunity to attend a real show without staying at the door! [Read more]

2025 Chinese New Year Parade in Paris 13th arrondissement: date and details not to be missed
The famous Chinese New Year parade in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, also known as the Lunar New Year, made a comeback this Sunday, February 9, 2025, much to our delight. [Read more]

Captain America: Brave New World - An exclusive preview at the Grand Rex
The Grand Rex in Paris will be hosting an exceptional preview of Captain America: Brave New World on the night of February 11-12, 2025. A unique opportunity to plunge into the spectacular Marvel universe on the Grand Large screen, starting at 00:01. [Read more]

A free cultural weekend on artificial intelligence at BnF and La Conciergerie
In conjunction with the Summit for Action on Artificial Intelligence (AI), a cultural weekend invites you to question yourself about this technological revolution through free events and conferences on the weekend of February 8 and 9, 2025. [Read more]

Mercato: behind-the-scenes thriller premieres at Grand Rex
On February 17, 2025 at 8:15pm, the Grand Rex opens its doors to Mercato, a breathtaking comedy-drama and thriller by Tristan Séguéla. An exceptional evening in the presence of the director and lead actors. [Read more]

A romantic stroll in the Parc Monceau for Valentine's Day 2025
Among the most beautiful parks in Paris is the Parc Monceau, located between the 8th and 17th arrondissements. With its ancient columns, pond and waterfall, it's the perfect place to take a Valentine's Day stroll. [Read more]

Fusuma, at the crossroads of art and craft: free exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon
For its next exhibition, on view free of charge from February 4 to 15, 2025, the Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris is focusing on fusuma. An opportunity to learn more about these famous traditional sliding doors, inseparable from Japanese interiors. [Read more]

Chinese New Year at Houilles 2025 in Yvelines
Chinese New Year 2025 is coming to Houilles for an afternoon of entertainment on Saturday February 8. Organized for the second year running by the association Culture Chine France, with the support of the City of Houilles, this day offers a genuine journey to the heart of Chinese traditions, accessible to all and free of charge. [Read more]

Crew Legend: an international breaking battle at the Grand Paris Sud Arena
On February 9, 2025, the world's best breaking teams will meet at the Grand Paris Sud Arena in Evry-Courcouronnes to battle it out at the Crew Legend! [Read more]

Adé in concert Très Très Privé RTL2: a pop-rock evening not to be missed
In the New Year, RTL2 invites you to come and vibrate to the heady melodies of artist Adé. Don't miss this "Concert Très Très Privé RTL2", on Thursday February 13, 2025, in the Grand Studio of the pop-rock radio station. [Read more]

Harry Potter Book Night 2025: the magical program in Paris and the Île-de-France region
Are you a fan of the Harry Potter saga? Don't miss the new edition of the Nuit des Livres on the famous bespectacled wizard, organized by French publisher Gallimard Jeunesse from February 6 to 9, 2025! Find out now which bookshops in Paris and the Paris region will be hosting events for young and old alike. [Read more]

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Good plans Invitations :

All our invitations of the week
Every week, we find invitations, goodies, cinema tickets, dinners and lots of other gifts for you. Click here to discover our current invitations. [Read more]

God Save The Tuche - The Tuches visit the Queen of England: the trailer - Invitations
Get ready for a hilarious culture shock: God Save The Tuche takes France's craziest family to conquer England, in cinemas from February 5, 2025.Take part in the contest at the bottom of the article to try to win your invitations. [Read more]