What to do this Thursday, May 9, 2024 Ascension Day holiday in Paris and surrounding areas, good open plans

Published by My de Sortiraparis, Julie de Sortiraparis · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on May 7th, 2024 at 09:15 a.m.
Looking for ideas for Ascension Day in Paris, and in particular for this Thursday, May 9, 2024 holiday? We've put together a list of ideas to help you have a great day off, with lots of entertainment and good deals.

Looking for ideas on how to make the most of the Ascension Day holiday in Paris this Thursday, May 9, 2024? Sortiraparis has come up with some great ideas to make the most of this extra day of respite. Strolls, museums, shopping, there's something for everyone. In fact, with the Wednesday holiday and the bridge you may be entitled to, there's plenty of free time to make wonderful discoveries.

May 9 is the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover the many cultural facets of Paris and theIle-de-France region. Whether you're an art lover, a nature enthusiast, or simply looking for new experiences, this day off presents itself as a blank canvas ready to be colored by a palette of diverse and enriching activities.

From museums with captivating temporary exhibitions to lush green parks inviting you to relax and live shows, there's always something great to do in Paris. Dive into this practical guide to choose your ideal getaway, whether you're travelling solo, with family or friends.

To make sure you don't end up in the lurch and make the right choices on this day off, it's best to prepare your to-do list. To help you with this thankless task, here are a few ideas to glean from. Amusement parks, pretty gardens, free exhibitions? The only problem now is choosing.

What to do this May 9th :

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A little history:

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All in all, a busy day ahead, and happy May 9th!

Please be sure to check the actual opening times before travelling, as they may be subject to change.

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On May 9th, 2024

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