Mother's Day 2024: great ideas for free outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region

Published by La Rédac · Photos by My de Sortiraparis · Published on May 25, 2024 at 08:42 p.m.
This Mother's Day 2024 in Paris, you need an idea for a nice surprise for your mom. So, to celebrate mothers, treat yourself to a moment of complicity with these free outings! Here are the best ideas!

Mother's Day returns on May 26, 2024. It's another opportunity to cherish and celebrate your mom, and let her know just how dear she is to you! And why not take the opportunity to spend some quality time together? Paris has plenty of great ideas for outings, perfect for spending a lovely day with your mom!

So, for Mother's Day, we're unveiling our best plans for celebrating those who have given us so much. There's plenty to do, from beautiful exhibitions to great restaurants, hot shows, rejuvenating walks and more unusual activities! The choice is yours. And if you're on a tight budget, don't worry: there are plenty of great ideas for free outings all over the capital. We'll be happy to tell you all about them!

Please note that this guide is updated as we post new listings and make new discoveries. Don't hesitate to consult it regularly until you've found your heart's desire!

Here are a few ideas for outings in Paris to spend a lovely day with your beloved mom!

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Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
On May 26, 2024

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