Mother's Day awaits you this Sunday, May 25, 2025. It's an opportunity for you to enjoy a wonderful day out with your mom. Would you like to surprise her with a great day out? Here are some great ideas for outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, to help her rediscover the capital in a whole new way.
Between the marvellous gardens of the Paris region, the sublime châteaux and the open-air exhibitions, there's plenty to do to offer your mom the perfect program. Whether it's for Mother's Day or throughout the year, these great ideas for outings offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy a wonderful moment of togetherness as a family!
But above all, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make new discoveries and announcements. Don't hesitate to consult it regularly to discover even moreideas for Mother's Day outings in Paris!
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]
Discover Chevreuse: the Little Venice of the Yvelines and its lovely Petits Ponts walk
Just 40 minutes from Paris, Chevreuse, nicknamed the Little Venice of the Yvelines, offers a splendid stroll across its small bridges. This verdant setting, accessible by RER train, offers an unsuspectedly charming escape. We invite you to embark on a nature adventure between canals and picturesque paths! [Read more]
Discover Bagatelle Park, its rose garden and sublime gardens
The Parc de Bagatelle awaits you on the Bois de Boulogne side to let you enjoy its enchanting setting. From the Château de Bagatelle to the beautiful rose garden and vegetable patch, this is a magical garden where life is good. [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]
Le sentier de l'érosion, an accessible walk in Fontainebleau, discovering the Apremont gorges
Among the beautiful walks and hikes to be enjoyed in Fontainebleau, don't miss the Sentier de l'érosion loop. Less than 2 kilometers long, this family-friendly walk takes you through the Apremont gorges, between forest and beautiful rocks sculpted by nature. [Read more]
Le Vieux-Pays de Goussainville: an unusual stroll through a "ghost village" in the Île-de-France region
If you're looking for an unusual outing in the Paris region, you've come to the Val-d'Oise. It's here, just a few kilometers from the end of the Roissy airport runways, that you'll find the Vieux-Pays de Goussainville. Visit this atypical old village, described as "ghostly", and virtually abandoned by many of its inhabitants for several decades. [Read more]
The beautiful Jardin des Plantes rose garden unveils its beautiful colors
The Roseraie du Jardin des Plantes, located along the Galerie de Minéralogie, to the right of the Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle or to the left if you're coming from the Seine, is a wonderful place to discover in spring and especially in June. With its 390 species of old and modern roses, it's a magnificent and free rose garden, in addition to the superb rosebushes that stand proudly in front of the Muséum. [Read more]
The Pierre-Emmanuel Natural Garden in Paris, where nature reclaims its rights
In Paris, on the edge of the Père Lachaise cemetery, there's an unusual spot where nature has reclaimed its rights. This is the Pierre-Emmanuel natural garden, a refuge for wild plants from the Île-de-France region, revealing a rich biodiversity. [Read more]
The superb Roseraie du Parc Lebaudy on the Ile de Puteaux
We're off to Puteaux, on the banks of the Seine just outside Paris in the Hauts-de-Seine department, to discover the Parc Lebaudy and its sublime rose garden, free and open to all. A real beauty, it features almost 1,600 rose bushes and 200 varieties of roses in a French-style landscaped garden. [Read more]
Les kiosques en fête, launch of free events in squares and gardens around Paris
Every year, the Mairie de Paris organizes Kiosques en fête, a program of free events in the gardens of Paris. With 40 kiosks offering music, shows, readings, DJ sets and more, from May to December, you're in for a treat! And the new season gets underway at the beginning of May 2025! [Read more]
The free Arbor&Sens walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, the Franchard Arboretum
Arbor&Sens is the name of this free, easy-to-use walking trail in the Fontainebleau forest, near the Château. Free, accessible to all and educational, this walk takes us on a discovery of tree species, their origins and their uses. [Read more]
Blooming, the Montaigne Flower Shop: a free haute-couture floral tour of Paris
From May 22 to 25, 2025, Blooming, the Montaigne Flower Show brings a couture garden to life in the heart of Paris. A free, enchanting stroll through the heart of the 8th arrondissement, just in time for Mother's Day. [Read more]
Parisi Tour: we take you on an unusual 2CV ride through the capital
Want to discover Paris in a different way, away from the metro? Let's go for a cultural and unusual ride in a vintage 2 CV, which took us from Montmartre to the Champs-Elysées, passing by some of the capital's most beautiful monuments! [Read more]
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Open-air exhibitions: enjoy an artistic stroll in and around Paris
Fancy an open-air exhibition in Paris? Here are the cultural nuggets waiting for you in the capital. It's the perfect way to get a breath of fresh air! [Read more]
Walking through Paris and Île-de-France: explore the most stunning parks, gardens, and squares
Paris is bursting with stunning parks and gardens, lush green retreats perfect for relaxing away from the city's hustle and bustle. Quickly uncover the most beautiful green spots in the capital and Île-de-France for a refreshing nature escape right in the heart of the Paris region! [Read more]
Castles to Explore in Paris and Île-de-France: The Hidden Treasures of the Francilien Heritage
In the Paris region too, stunning castles await exploration! From regal royal residences and historic estates to centuries-old ruins, embark on a journey to uncover these treasures of heritage right in Paris and across Île-de-France! [Read more]
Unusual parks and gardens in Paris & Île-de-France: Unique walking routes to explore
Paris, often praised for its architectural heritage and vibrant cultural life, is also home to gardens, squares and parks of surprising beauty and originality. Here we reveal the unusual nuggets to be discovered in Paris and the Paris region. Let's discover the most original parks and gardens in the Paris region. [Read more]
Hidden Gardens and Squares in Paris and Île-de-France: Explore the Secret Spots to Discover
Parks, squares and gardens attract Parisians in search of a breath of fresh air or a desire to go green. Discover little-known spots in Paris that are still secret or hidden, ideal for a quiet stroll. A selection specially designed for explorers! [Read more]
Follow in the footsteps of the greatest writers, artists, architects and historical figures in Paris
To unlock the secrets of Paris, follow in the footsteps of the greatest writers, musicians, painters, architects, couturiers and even historical figures who have visited the capital in their time. [Read more]
The most beautiful rose gardens in Paris and the Île-de-France region, flowering nuggets to discover
Where are the most beautiful rose gardens in and around Paris? Paris and the surrounding area makes us see life in pink... literally! For lovers of beautiful plants, we invite you to discover the sublime rose gardens to be found in the capital and throughout the Ile-de-France region for magical, bucolic moments. [Read more]
Where can I see the remains of places and monuments that have disappeared in Paris?
Paris was not built in a day either. If today the capital presents an exceptional heritage, its rich and eventful history will have led to the disappearance of certain places and monuments that have marked their times. But there are still traces of them today that we can observe during our walks. The Bastille prison, the Tuileries Palace, the Philippe Auguste enclosure or even Lutetia, discover the places where you can see the remains of the disappeared places in Paris. [Read more]
