If they haven't already been on vacation since mid-June, it won't be long before teenagers have all their free time for the best time of the year: the summer vacations. In Paris, there's no shortage of good deals, free outings for the under-25s, exhibitions, unusual or fun activities: there's plenty to do with the family, and plenty to do with friends and, above all, without adults.
What to do with teenagers in Paris? Our must-see outings in the capital with grown-ups
If the capital is becoming more and more kid friendly with activities for children and family places that are multiplying, it still remains to be proven that teenagers also have the right to activities designed for their age group: here is our selection of outings to do with big kids! [Read more]
With summer just around the corner, it's safe to say that our Parisian summer will be hot, very hot. So what better way to cool off than with a trip to one of the region's leisure centres , or a dip in the nearest indoor or outdoor swimming pool? With the days getting longer, it's also a good time to go for a stroll around the region, get up at the crack of dawn (good luck) to go hiking in the area, or simply have a picnic in one of the most beautiful parks in the Paris region.
For the months of July and August, there are plenty of events not to be missed, for your teenagers and their friends or for a family day out: Paris Plages is back for a 2025 season with its free activities, concerts and sports classes, the Eté du Canal takes you along the canals of Paris, the open-air cinema at La Villette offers a great program.... Not to mention all the sports outings, tree-climbing, climbing, escape games and laser games to try out (in the forest or under the air-conditioning) and the funfairs of the moment to experience some great thrills.
In short, we don't yet know what your teenagers will be up to, but one thing's for sure: Paris promises us a great summer in 2025.
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Paris Plages 2025: six free swimming areas and a Brazilian atmosphere all summer long!
Paris Plages 2025 returns to sunbathe the capital from July 5 to August 31, for a 24th edition of swimming, relaxation and culture. Deckchairs, palm trees and swimsuits will be set up at six Parisian spots, with this year's edition under the Brazilian sun. Summer in Paris has never been so caliente ... [Read more]
L'Été du Canal 2025, the must-see summer festival on the canals of Paris
L'Été du Canal is the must-attend summer event in Paris! And the good news is that this Parisian summer hotspot is back from July 5 to August 10, 2025. On the program for this 18th edition: free workshops, floating concerts, street art, open-air cinema and strolls along the canals. [Read more]
Japan Expo 2025 at the Paris-Nord Villepinte Exhibition Center
Japan Expo, the European festival dedicated to Japanese culture, awaits you with a host of surprises in summer 2025! See you at the Parc des Expositions de Villepinte, from July 3 to 6, 2025. Ticketing is now open. [Read more]
Paris est Ludique 2025: the games festival returns to Paris
Paris est Ludique, the great Parisian board game festival, returns from July 4 to 6, 2025. Head for the Pelouse de Reuilly in Paris's 12th arrondissement to enjoy this major open-air games fair, where you can discover the best board games and the latest innovations in the field! [Read more]
Jardin d'été 2025: the free, festive festival returns to the Musée du Quai Branly
The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac invites you to plunge into the enchanting world of Japanese summer festivals with its summer event, Jardin d'été, from July 5 to August 31, 2025. This edition features a particularly gourmet program of world flavors and cuisines, all summer long. [Read more]
Gaulish Summer at Parc Astérix 2025: festive evenings and refreshing attractions
L'Été Gaulois is Parc Asterix's big summer party, to be enjoyed with friends or family. From July 12 to August 30, 2025, the park extends its opening hours until 10pm, offering a festive evening of live shows, open-air entertainment and water attractions to cool off. This year's edition also includes a brand-new fireworks display on July 13 and 14, illuminating the Gaulish sky in a joyous, family-friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
Free swimming pools and baths in Paris and the Ile-de-France region, this summer's best deals
The heat is on, and you're looking for a pool (with deckchairs if possible) or a body of water to swim in for free? To make you feel like you're on vacation without paying a penny, discover the great spots to bring family and friends to in Paris and the Ile de France region. Here are the free swimming pools and baths in the Paris region. [Read more]
Piscines découvertes in Paris & Île-de-France, outdoor pools to swim in this summer
Looking for an outdoor pool to cool off in and get a tan at the same time? We'll take you on a tour of outdoor pools in Paris and the Paris region. Here are just a few of the places to swim and sunbathe in the Paris region! [Read more]
Leisure centres: sports and relaxation spots in the Paris Region in 2025
How about a leisure park around Paris? These sports and leisure parks, which also include artificial beaches, are the ideal solution for sunbathing, picnicking and swimming just like at the seaside, with fun activities to boot. Parisians, here's a pleasant and inexpensive way to take a vacation close to the capital! [Read more]
Summer 2025: water parks and centers in Paris and the Île-de-France region
To keep cool during the fine days of summer 2025, water parks are the plan that appeals to families. With waterslides, wave pools and other games for young and old, here are a few aquaparks and aquatic centers in and around Paris! [Read more]
Wam Park 77 in Fontainebleau, the leisure park with giant slides and water games, is now open.
Looking for a water park just outside Paris? The fun area with games and beach reopens its doors for the 2025 summer season. Tested and approved, we invite you to discover Wam Park Fontainebleau in the 77 region of France, at the Lac de La Grande Paroisse, a leisure park with a wide range of water activities: ski lifts, water jumps, inflatable water structures, floating terraces, canoes and pedal boats. If you want to feel like you're on vacation without leaving the Paris region, this is the ideal spot for fun with family and friends. And this year, admission is free! [Read more]
Inflatable water parks in Paris for summer 2025
Want to have fun on the water? What if you opted for an inflatable water course to combine fun with a good swim? Discover the best ways to have fun with family and friends in the cooler weather around Paris between spring and summer vacations 2025. [Read more]
Accrobranche in Île-de-France: the best tree courses to discover around Paris
It's that time of year again: accrobranches (tree climbing) courses are reopening their doors to the general public in Paris and the Île-de-France region, with adventures in the trees for all ages. [Read more]
Where to climb in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? Guide to the best climbing gyms and natural sites
Looking for a climbing site in and around Paris? Whether you're looking for outdoor climbing, indoor climbing with ropes, or bouldering without ropes or harnesses, we've got something for you, whatever the weather! [Read more]
Wave In Paris: Indoor surfing in Paris!
How about surfing in the heart of Paris? The first indoor static wave sports complex awaits you in the capital's 15th arrondissement. A unique new venue, where you can experience unprecedented sliding sensations on flowboard and bodyboard boards, a mix of surf, snowboard and skateboard. [Read more]
The best park and forest bike rides from Paris
Want to go to a park or forest from Paris? Well, a number of green spaces are accessible from Paris by bike. Coulée Verte, Parc de la Courneuve, Parc de la Poudrerie, Forêt de Meudon and Forêt de La Malmaison: 5 destinations less than 20 km from Paris! [Read more]
Beautiful parks, gardens and squares in Paris and the Ile-de-France region to stroll in
Paris is overflowing with magnificent parks and gardens, verdant settings that invite you to relax, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. Discover the most beautiful green spots in the capital and Ile-de-France for a lovely stroll in the Paris region! [Read more]
Where to walk in Paris and Ile-de-France? The best hikes for a change of scenery
Feel like going for a hike or a walk just with your Navigo pass? There is no lack of long walks in the capital or in the vast Ile-de-France region, here is a selection of our favorites! [Read more]
25 of the most beautiful villages and walks to discover near Paris, nuggets in Ile-de-France
Escape around Paris with these 25 must-see getaways less than 100 km from the capital. [Read more]
Amusement parks and funfairs in and around Paris, program and information 2025
Would you like to take a ride on a merry-go-round and discover new sensations? Whether with family or friends, amusement parks and other funfairs are a must for the whole family, and there are plenty of them in and around Paris. Discover their programs for this 2025 season, rich in new attractions for our greatest pleasure. [Read more]
Escape games for children and teenagers in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
Escape Games have been booming in Paris in recent years. Initially aimed primarily at adults, Paris is now seeing the emergence of a number of escape rooms suitable for children and families... That's why Sortiraparis has put together a selection of family escape games for you to discover in Paris and the suburbs. [Read more]
Mad Golf, the first indoor mini-golf course with a retro and unusual atmosphere in the heart of Paris
Paris's first indoor mini-golf course awaits you in the 2nd arrondissement, with two immersive, unusual 9-hole courses in a uniquely colorful retro atmosphere! [Read more]
Where to go for karaoke in Paris and the Île-de-France region? Our top picks for singing your heart out
Looking for a good karaoke bar in Paris? Awaken your inner Celine Dion or Johnny Hallyday during a wild karaoke session in one of these bars and establishments! [Read more]
Boats without a license for an original trip in Paris
Did you know? In Paris, it's possible to hire boats by the hour on the Bassin de la Villette. What an original way to enjoy the capital! [Read more]
Laser games: our selection of places to play in Paris and the Ile-de-France region
How about a little Laser game with your family or friends? Paris and the surrounding region are bursting at the seams with places to play laser tag, with or without a group, in a variety of game modes accessible to all. And if you're looking for a good address, the editorial team has put together a selection of spots where you can let off steam after work or at the weekend, with a laser gun in your hand! [Read more]
Tim Burton's Labyrinth at La Villette: an immersive experience in the director's universe
If you are a fan of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory or Edward Scissorhands, come to La Villette from May 19 to August 20, 2023 to discover "Tim Burton's Labyrinth", an immersive experience in the zany and fantastic universe of the director. [Read more]
The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital
Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days. [Read more]
Yves Klein, the immersive exhibition at the Atelier des Lumières returns this summer - photos
L'Atelier des Lumières sees life in blue with the exhibition Yves Klein, l'infini bleu. The exhibition welcomes visitors again from July 31 to August 27, 2023. Don't hesitate to enter an incredible visual and aural universe. [Read more]
Ramsès et l'or des pharaons: the incredible exhibition at La Villette - last days
If you're a fan of ancient Egypt, then head to Paris to discover an incredible new immersion. The traveling exhibition "Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs", on view at the Grande Halle de La Villette, has been extended until September 10, 2023. Don't miss the final days of this incredible exhibition, which explores the life of Ramses the Great and exceptionally welcomes the pharaoh's sarcophagus! [Read more]
Harry Potter exhibition at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, last weekend
Harry Potter: the exhibition, which opened at Paris Expo on April 21, has been extended until October 15, 2023 due to high visitor numbers. Immerse yourself in the magical world with this exceptional immersive exhibition. [Read more]
Opening of Parc Astérix, the 2025 program and new features
Parc Astérix awaits us for a new season from April 5, 2025, with a host of exciting new features. The park continues to innovate every year, and this year promises a new family coaster called Cétautomatix, as well as a new restaurant on the Egyptian side. [Read more]
Dates and Opening Time
From July 5, 2025 to August 31, 2025
What to do with teenagers in Paris? Our must-see outings in the capital with grown-ups
