Paris's 19th arrondissement takes us to the heart of a more popular Paris that is relatively unknown to tourists. Urban culture takes pride of place here, with numerous works of street art. On sunny days, Parisians of all ages take to the Buttes Chaumont park and the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq from the Rotonde Stalingrad. On the river, you can enjoy cruises, cruise aboard boats without a license and take advantage of the barge moorings, which host exhibitions, cafés-restaurants and concert halls.
The Parc de la Villette is home to a rich program of events, including the Philharmonie, the family-friendly Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie, the Géode and its cinema, and concert halls including the Zénith. Paris's 19th arrondissement is also home to the Centquatre, a cultural center that presents surprising exhibitions. In addition to these flagship venues, the 19th arrondissement abounds in good deals and neighborhood nuggets offering good value for money, to the delight of gourmets. As you can see, it's a surprisingly lively neighborhood, with spots for family outings and festive places to party the night away.
New Year's Eve 2026 in Paris: Ladies’ Clubbing Night at A la Folie in La Villette
On the evening of Wednesday, December 31, 2025, the A la Folie club will be welcoming guests for a New Year’s Eve celebration you won’t forget. Join us as we ring in 2026 with performances by the band 1.2.3. Sauvage, promising a night of unforgettable music and vibrant energy. [Read more]
The Mercato Xmas Market Disco: a Secondhand and Festive Christmas Market in the 19th Arrondissement
Sponsored - The Mercato Bolivar shop (19th arrondissement) is transforming into a true second-hand dancefloor, bringing together designers, artisans, vintage finds, a coffee shop, and even a late-night shopping disco with a DJ set… A Christmas market… under the glittering disco ball! [Read more]
The 2025 Vinyle Village Christmas Market at La Rotonde Stalingrad: designers, record stores, vintage clothing, and DJ sets.
When December comes around, some people get out their vinyl records, others get out the mulled wine... Vinyle Village - Xmas Edition transforms La Rotonde Stalingrad into a musical chalet where designers, second-hand clothes and record dealers mingle with festive DJ sets. On Saturday, December 20, 2025, get ready to experience a remixed Christmas, with trendy shopping in the afternoon and beats that will keep you dancing until the early hours of the morning. [Read more]
New Year's Eve 2025-2026 at Boom Boom Villette with Happy Boom Year
Boom Boom Villette invites you to Happy Boom Year, a festive New Year's Eve celebration in Paris combining unlimited entertainment, shows, international cuisine, and children's activities for an intergenerational evening on December 31, 2025. [Read more]
New Year's Eve 2026 in Paris: a Reggaeton party at Cabaret Sauvage
New Year's Eve 2026 is shaping up to be muy caliente this winter in Paris! We'll be dancing to reggaeton rhythms at Cabaret Sauvage on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, to celebrate the new year 2026 in style! [Read more]
La Villette 2025 Christmas Market, a magical village for young and old alike
The La Villette Christmas Market awaits you once again in Paris, from November 20 to December 28, 2025, on the Place de la Fontaine-aux-Lions. Close to the Parc de la Villette, it's a real Christmas village, with family entertainment, concerts, craftsmen and a friendly atmosphere to celebrate the magic of Christmas in the heart of the capital. [Read more]
Padel: the city of Paris opens its first courts at the Ladoumègue sports center (19th district)
From tennis courts to padel courts: a new feature for racket sports enthusiasts is coming to Paris' sports centers and will open soon. [Read more]
What to visit in the 19th arrondissement Museums, monuments and exhibitions
The lesser-known 19th arrondissement has many treasures and surprising concepts to discover on your strolls around Paris. Between museums, monuments and current exhibitions, find out what not to miss in this Parisian district! [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris 19: Where to eat in the 19th arrondissement? Our favorite places and top picks
Looking for a good address in the heart of Paris' 19th arrondissement? Our recommendations are there for you! Here are our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
Brunch Paris 19: Where to brunch in the 19th arrondissement? Our top picks and favorites
Fancy brunch in a peaceful, green neighborhood? Head to Paris's 19th arrondissement, between Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Canal de l'Ourcq, and La Villette, where many welcoming establishments await you for a gourmet, relaxed brunch. [Read more]
Bar Paris 19: Where to have a drink in the 19th arrondissement? Our favorite spots and recommendations
With its canals, terraces, and urban mixology, Paris's 19th arrondissement welcomes visitors for a great evening in a cocktail bar, a pint of fresh craft beer, or a visit to a natural wine cellar. Here are some great places to go! [Read more]
Hotel Paris 19: Where to stay in the 19th arrondissement? Hotels, hostels, and other accommodations
Where to stay in Paris's 19th arrondissement? Find hotels, youth hostels and accommodation in this Parisian district. [Read more]
UCPA Sport Station Hostel in Paris
Sponsored - Discover the UCPA Sport Station Hostel Paris, an unusual youth hostel offering a fun and surprising sporting experience across 3,000 m² to suit all tastes. Various sports facilities are available for individual or team sports. [Read more]
Hexagone MMA 37: the discipline's top fighters return to the Zenith in Paris
Good news for MMA fans! The fights resume, again at the Zénith de Paris in La Villette, on January 9 2026, with a concentration of the best in the discipline! [Read more]
The Rouvet swimming pool and shower baths reopen in Paris's 19th arrondissement
The Rouvet swimming pool reopened its doors in the 19th arrondissement in mid-September 2025, following major renovation work carried out between January 2024 and September 2025, aimed at improving accessibility and reducing the environmental impact of the historic facility. [Read more]
Le Magicien de Paris: our review of Deep Inside's escape game
Dive into Deep Inside's Le Magicien de Paris escape game, voted best Paris Region venue at the Escape Game Awards 2024. Between magic, mystery and immersive theater, discover our opinion on the new version of this unique experience to enjoy with family or friends. [Read more]
Le Taxidermiste: Deep Inside's creepy escape game wins Escape Game Awards - Reviews
An adventure on the edge of death in the lair of a taxidermist... Deep Inside, an escape game in Paris's 19th arrondissement, has been offering a macabre escape game/story room, Le Taxidermiste, since February 19, 2025. The adventure was voted best new game and best room at the Escape Game Awards 2025. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Le Palais de l'Horreur: the escape game that plunges you into a clown's lair at Deep Inside
Coulrophobes abstain! Deep Inside, an escape game located in the 19th arrondissement, invites you to stroll through its most terrifying room, Le Palais de l'Horreur. A room forbidden to under-16s, which should traumatize many of you... [Read more]
Shuffled: our test of the shuffleboard chain at Boom Boom Villette - opening date
Attention shuffleboard fans! The British game is coming to Boom Boom Villette, where Shuffled has been waiting for you in the 19th arrondissement of Paris since July 23, 2024. Dive into the world of shuffleboard, a game combining curling, bowling and pétanque, and enjoy other leisure activities in a trendy, friendly setting. An ideal outing for friends and family! [Read more]
Special offers: free canoe, kayak and rowing lessons and introductory courses at La Villette
In the 19th arrondissement, don your swimsuit or neoprene wetsuit if the temperature warms up: 45 minutes of water sports initiation or practice, in the heart of the Bassin de la Villette. [Read more]
The Riddler: the immersive escape game in the heart of GCPD at Batman Escape
Save Batman and Gotham City from the mad brain of the Mystery Man... That's what The Riddler offers you, an escape game based on the iconic DC Comics super-villain, to be discovered at Batman Escape, in Boom Boom Villette. Join the GCPD and go in search of the king of riddles, who's determined to spread panic throughout the city... and the police station. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Seven Squares: we tested the new indoor leisure space at Boom Boom Villette
Looking for an unprecedented playful adventure in Paris? Head for Seven Squares at Boom Boom Villette, an indoor leisure space that opened its doors on April 4, 2024. From digital bowling to virtual reality, laser tag and interactive mini-golf, this gigantic 5,000m² leisure space promises an immersive experience for gamers, families and children alike... We've been there, we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Batman Escape : La Batcave, the escape game in the lair of the Bat Man at Boom Boom Villette
Attention Batman fans! Ever wanted to sneak into the Batcave? It's possible at Batman Escape, an escape game in the 19th arrondissement, in the heart of Boom Boom Villette. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Parc de la Butte-du-Chapeau-Rouge: a little-known green spot in the 19th arrondissement
Looking for an undiscovered spot to relax on the grass? Not far from the famous Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, a verdant garden awaits you in the 19th arrondissement. Parc de la Butte-du-Chapeau-Rouge. [Read more]
Test and Review: 'The Joker: Jokes on you' at Batman Escape, Boom Boom Villette
Attention fans of the Batman! Batman Escape welcomes you to its very first escape game, The Joker: Jokes on you, at Boom Boom Villette. Thwart the Joker's plans and give Harley Quinn a hard time by solving riddles as a group. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Georges Hermant swimming pool in Paris, an Olympic-size pool with a sunroof for sunny days
The Georges Hermant swimming pool in Paris, a stone's throw from the Parc des Buttes Chaumont, is one of the few addresses to offer swimmers an Olympic-size pool. What's more, thanks to its sunroof, the pool can be uncovered on sunny days, giving you the chance to soak up the sun! [Read more]
The Pailleron swimming pool in Paris: an art deco bathing venue listed as a historic monument
Would you like to swim in the heart of a historic site? The Espace Pailleron swimming pool in Paris's 19th arrondissement offers you a listed art deco setting. [Read more]
Water and dreams, the botanical barge-library on the Canal de l'Ourcq
On the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, you'll find an unusual barge that holds treasures of lush greenery and literature. A small café-restaurant hides away in this unique botanical bookshop with its feet in the water, the ideal place for good ideas to germinate! [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]
Le Dindon: a frenzied vaudeville at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
Le Dindon, a vaudeville by Feydeau directed by Dyckson, can be seen at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud from October 7, 2025, to January 6, 2026. [Read more]
Progéniture: dystopian theater at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
Discover Progéniture, Zoé Moret's dystopian play at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud, from November 5, 2025, to February 4, 2026, on the topic of parental leave. [Read more]
Un samedi soir dans l’histoire: queer musical at the Théâtre Clavel
Discover Un samedi soir dans l’histoire, a queer musical by Adrien Gahinet, at the Théâtre Clavel until December 20, Saturdays at 9:30 p.m. [Read more]
La Graine d'oreille: a story for young audiences at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud
La Graine d'oreille, a story for young audiences created by Marie De Oliveira, can be seen at the Théâtre Darius Milhaud from December 24, 2025. [Read more]
Philharmonie de Paris: our test of the Playing with Fire VR experience with Yuja Wang
Playing with Fire, the immersive virtual reality experience created with pianist Yuja Wang, is coming to the Philharmonie de Paris! On display at the Cité de la Musique from November 14, 2025, to May 4, 2026, this creation combines classical music, visual art, and spatialized sound in a unique multi-sensory installation designed to push the boundaries of musical performance. We tried it out, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Cut! Des Histoires, des Vies, Mathilda May's new play: Our opinion
Cut! Des Histoires, des Vies', Mathilda May's new play, returns to the Grande Halle de La Villette, January 13-17, 2026. Read our review. [Read more]
An immersive experience to be enjoyed with your eyes closed from a suspended deckchair in Sceaux, Paris and Noisy-le-Grand.
Get ready to let go and climb inner summits with "Je suis une montagne", Éric Arnal-Burtschy's immersive experience at Les Gémeaux cultural center in Sceaux, from November 28 to 30, 2025. This touring performance will then be presented on January 9, 10 and 11, 2026 at 104 Paris, then on March 20, 21 and 22, 2026 at Espace Michel Simon. [Read more]
Babour Sauvage: a new cultural and festive barge in the heart of the Parc de la Villette
Babour Sauvage, moored on the Canal de l'Ourcq opposite the Cabaret Sauvage, is positioned as a new cultural and festive venue in Paris. Concerts, DJ sets, cabarets and comedy will intersect in an intimate, eclectic setting. [Read more]
Electric Callboy in concert at the Zenith in Paris in January 2026
Electric Callboy announces a world tour of France in 2026. In Paris, catch the German electronicore band in concert at the Zénith de La Villette on Sunday January 18, 2026. [Read more]
La Rotonde, a cultural and musical venue on the banks of the Bassin de la Villette
Located on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, La Rotonde serves as both a restaurant and a cultural venue in the neighborhood. With a fine program of evenings, open-air events and other convivial events, it's one of the addresses to discover on the banks of the Bassin de la Villette. [Read more]
Zénith de Paris: a must-see venue at La Villette
The Zenith de Paris, located in the La Villette district of Paris, is one of the capital's most emblematic concert halls, thanks to its history and its many shows by national and international artists. [Read more]
Things to do in the Buttes Chaumont and La Villette neighborhood: Ideas for outings and places to visit
How about a little tour of Buttes Chaumont and La Villette in Paris's 19th arrondissement? Follow the guide! [Read more]
Things to do in the Buttes Chaumont and La Villette neighborhood: Ideas for outings and places to visit
