The 1st arrondissement of Paris takes us to the historic heart of the capital. Here, we find ourselves at the crossroads of different eras. On theÎle de la Cité, straddling the 1st and 4th arrondissements of Paris, we follow in the footsteps ofancient Lutetia, and find the Palais de Justice, the Sainte-Chapelle and its thousand stained-glass windows, and the Conciergerie, a vestige ofmedieval Paris , where Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned during the French Revolution. Not far from there, you'll find the famous Place Dauphine, a haven of relaxation for Parisians past and present, especially in fine weather.
Along the banks of the Seine, we also find the famous Louvre Museum and the iconic Jardin des Tuileries, while on the other side of the beautiful rue de Rivoli, the gardens of the Palais-Royal fill us with wonder as we stroll along, opening the way to some of the capital' s most beautiful covered passageways , including the Galerie Vivienne, which takes us through to the 2nd arrondissement. At the crossroads of FaubourgSaint-Honoré and the Opéra district, Place Vendôme epitomizes luxury à la Française. At Les Halles, we find ourselves in the heart of one of the capital's oldest districts, where the beautiful church of Saint-Eustache dominates the Forum des Halles shopping center.
Paris's 1st arrondissement is a veritable jewel, brimming with historic treasures that add to the beauty of the city's heritage. Would you like to conquer this iconic district of the City of Light? Here are a few ideas for outings and addresses not to be missed!
The 2025 New Year's Eve party: all-inclusive!
Sponsored - Come shine under the spotlights and dance to the rhythm of the disco balls, this December 31st, anything goes at the 2025 REVEILLON BOUM. Flashback from disco hits to today's hits for an exceptional evening! [Read more]
Christmas 2024: free concerts and entertainment at Westfield Forum des Halles
The Westfield Forum des Halles shopping center in Paris is getting into the spirit of Christmas, with free concerts, fun activities and Santa Claus for the whole family. [Read more]
The 2024 Christmas illuminations at Place Vendôme in Paris
For the festive season, the Comité Vendôme invites you to discover the Place Vendôme Christmas illuminations. A magical, luminous Parisian décor, with four 10-metre-high Christmas trees, and 160 smaller ones in front of the district's luxury boutiques. [Read more]
Le Carrousel Louis Vuitton Place Vendôme: a free haute couture ride in the heart of Paris
The Carrousel Louis Vuitton arrives among the jewels of Place Vendôme, ready to turn heads this holiday season. Free and open to all until January 1, 2025, this haute-couture ride takes you on an LV-designed journey on the back of fantastical animals right in the heart of Paris! [Read more]
PARIS NEW YEAR: BiG New Year All Inclusive and EIFFEL TOWER ACCESS (Buffet - Drinks - Party)
Sponsored - Come and celebrate New Year's Eve 2025 right in the center of Paris. From 8pm to 5am, all-you-can-eat drinks and buffets, surprise shows, general music and, above all, the chance to go out and come back to admire the Eiffel Tower and the whole of Paris in celebration! [Read more]
New Year's BEST OF 2000': the best Hits of the 2000s!
Sponsored - The famous BEST OF 2000' party returns for an exceptional date: New Year's Eve 2025! Get ready to take a trip back in time to the 2000s' in an ultra-festive club located in the center of Paris, with its dancefloor under impressive vaults several dozen meters high. [Read more]
New Year's Eve DISCO TUBES 80' 90' 00': all-inclusive package, buffet, drinks and great party at the Tiki Playa!
Sponsored - Make way for a New Year's Eve of legendary sounds: from Disco with the hits of your youth to the sounds of today. We're going to take a trip back in time, from the 80s and 90s to the hits of the 2000s... [Read more]
La Bûche Père Noël du Ritz Paris le Comptoir 2024 and other festive creations by François Perret
For the end of 2024, the Ritz Paris Le Comptoir and its pastry chef François Perret unveil a festive collection blending creativity and elegance. On the program: gourmet creations designed to enhance the festive season with a touch of magic. Available now, they invite you to rediscover the pleasures of Christmas through unique flavors and designs. [Read more]
The enchanted sleigh: the fairytale Yule log at Cheval Blanc Paris 2024
For its 2024 Yule Log, Cheval Blanc Paris offers a gourmet experience that takes us into the Christmas imagination. The "Traineau Enchanté" (Enchanted Sleigh) imagined by Maxime Frédéric and his team. Available from December 20 to 25, this gourmet creation, combining chocolate and childhood memories, is sure to create a sensation on your holiday table. [Read more]
New Year at a unique venue: THE 100 BIGGEST HITS from the 80s to 2020 (all-inclusive festive dinner)
Sponsored - We'll take you on a journey from the 80s to the present day, with a veritable festival of HITS: Cabana Beach guarantees hits and nothing but hits! Get your vocal chords ready and brush up on your classics (French & International variety), it's 100% BIG HITS. [Read more]
Christmas 2024 at La Samaritaine: country-style creative workshops in the department store
La Samaritaine launches its end-of-year entertainment season this Wednesday, November 9, 2022 in Paris. With its Christmas window displays, exhibitions, musical comedy, dance and concerts, the smallest department store in Paris has plenty of surprises in store for you, in an enchanting setting. [Read more]
La Samaritaine's 2024 Christmas window displays: Thoiry Lumières Sauvages invades the store - photos
From November 8, 2024 (from 6 p.m.) to January 5, 2025, La Samaritaine will be reinventing itself as an enchanted winter garden. For its new Christmas story, the department store has teamed up with Thoiry Lumières Sauvages to invite visitors on a magical stroll, where giant plants and luminous creatures unfold in a magical, overflowing décor. [Read more]
BHV 2024 Christmas window displays with Léna, Marc Lavoine and Adriana Karembeu - photos
For Christmas 2024 in Paris, the BHV Marais puts us in the Christmas spirit. Discover the Christmas window displays and images of the inauguration, accompanied by a sound and light show featuring Marc Lavoine, Adriana Karembeu and Léna Mafhouf as master of ceremonies. Now's the time to take a stroll with the family, your loved ones or simply your friends and family for this year's ultra-colorful window displays. [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: discover the artistic and tourist heart of the capital
The Musée du Louvre, one of the capital's must-see museums, promotes French and European culture through its many masterpieces on display, as evidenced by the 8 million visitors a year who come to contemplate the smile of the Mona Lisa or the fervor of Liberty Guiding the People. A place steeped in history, where art has been flourishing for two centuries already, to discover if you're staying in Paris! [Read more]
The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun. [Read more]
Did you know? Why is it called the Fountain of the Innocents?
The Fontaine des Innocents, the jewel in the crown of Paris's Les Halles district, is back in full view and freshly restored, just ahead of the Olympic Games. Do you know the history of this emblematic monument, witness to Parisian history since the 16th century, and why it bears its name? We tell you. [Read more]
59 Rivoli, the free artists' squat on rue de Rivoli in Paris
As you walk up the Rue de Rivoli, one building stands out for its colorful decorations, which stand out among the ashlar buildings. Welcome to 59 Rivoli, an artistic squat with free exhibitions. [Read more]
Bourse de Commerce in Paris: discover this contemporary art center and the Pinault collection
Located in the heart of the capital, in the Halles district, the Bourse de Commerce and the Pinault Collection offer a wonderful stroll through contemporary works of art. Here's everything you need to know before visiting this art center. [Read more]
Musée de l'Orangerie in Paris: programming, opening hours, history... All you need to know
The Musée de l'Orangerie is famous for Monet's Water Lilies. But the museum holds many other treasures... Here's everything you need to know to visit. [Read more]
The Conciergerie in Paris: a monument symbolic of the French Revolution
The Conciergerie is a historic building on the Ile de la Cité in Paris. Since its construction in the 10th century, this monument has been the seat of the Palais de Justice and a prison in turn. It was here that Marie-Antoinette was imprisoned. [Read more]
LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop
The famous Maison Louis Vuitton opens LV DREAM, a free exhibition and gift store that also features a café and a chocolate shop in collaboration with Chef Pâtissier Maxime Frédéric of Cheval Blanc Paris. While the exhibition is by reservation only, the boutique and café are open to the public. [Read more]
La Conciergerie, the former royal residence and revolutionary prison on the Île de la Cité
Right in the heart of Paris, not far from Notre-Dame Cathedral or the Sainte-Chapelle with its magnificent stained glass windows, the Conciergerie is an imposing building with a rich history: this palace, which was also a prison, is one of our national monuments and a must-see if you want to find out more about the history of Paris. [Read more]
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the must-see Parisian museum dedicated to design and fashion
Just a stone's throw from the Jardin des Tuileries and the Louvre Pyramid, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs occupies the Rohan and Marsan wings of the Palais du Louvre, with permanent collections and temporary exhibitions that are a must-see for all Paris design enthusiasts. [Read more]
The Musée en Herbe, a child-sized cultural venue in the Marais district of Paris
In the Marais district of Paris, the Musée en Herbe offers the youngest visitors a chance to discover art, through fun, interactive exhibitions for young and old alike, aged 3 to 103. [Read more]
The Galerie Véro-Dodat, a little-known covered passage with the charm of Paris 1826
Discover the Galerie Véro-Dodat in Paris, a jewel of the XIXᵉ century, one of the most beautiful yet little-known covered passageways, nestled between rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau and rue du Bouloi. We tell you all about its history and what you can find there... [Read more]
The Musée de l'Illusion in Paris: a multi-sensory journey that will make you lose your head!
The Musée de l'Illusion awaits you in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, in the Châtelet les Halles district. Come with friends or family for a unique and exciting experience! Immerse yourself in a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down... A multi-sensory visit that's a must. [Read more]
The Saint-Eustache Church, at Les Halles
It is impossible to walk around Les Halles without visiting the Saint-Eustache church, which overlooks the district. [Read more]
Eglise Saint-Roch, a rich church in the 1st arrondissement
During the French Revolution, the Church of Saint-Roch was caught in the crossfire. Centuries later, it has once again become a beautiful, imposing church, containing real treasures, such as the divinely painted choir vault and the relief-like Chapelle de la Vierge. A must-see in Paris's 1st arrondissement! [Read more]
Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, opposite the Louvre
Just outside the Louvre, why not take a look at the Eglise Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois, a beautiful church in the 1st arrondissement of Paris? [Read more]
Exhibitions to see in Paris' 1st arrondissement
Would you like to take a stroll through the heart of Paris, in the 1st arrondissement? To enhance your outings in central Paris, take a look at the exhibitions organized in this arrondissement. [Read more]
Free nocturne at the Bourse de Commerce this Saturday, January 4, 2025
Would you like to visit the collections at the Bourse de Commerce? Take advantage of the free nocturne, this Saturday January 4, 2025, to discover this must-see art venue in Paris. [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: a free nocturne on January 3, the first Friday of the month
It's the perfect opportunity to take advantage of every month, without exception: the Musée du Louvre opens its doors to all visitors free of charge on the first Friday of each month, after 6pm. Next date to remember: January 3, 2025. [Read more]
My teddy bear: the adorable family exhibition at the Musée des Arts décoratifs - our photos
Every child has had a teddy bear! This timeless toy is the subject of an exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs, from December 4, 2024 to June 22, 2025, which is both family-friendly and nostalgic, for young and old alike! [Read more]
Evenings at the Musée du Louvre: extended opening hours for the festive season
Take advantage of the festive season to discover the Louvre in a different way: from December 26, 2024 to January 4, 2025, the Paris museum will remain open until 9 pm. [Read more]
Notre-Dame, symbol of a Renaissance, photo exhibition at Hôtel Castille
To mark the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, the Hôtel Castille is hosting the exhibition "Notre-Dame, Symbol of a Renaissance" from December 8, 2024 to February 8, 2025. This mini-exhibition plunges visitors into the heart of photographer Patrick Zachmann's work. [Read more]
Oh my Gods, Wenna's exhibition immerses us in Chinese mythology at the Musée en Herbe
Chinese artist Wenna introduces us to her poetic, mythological world in a new exhibition at the Musée en Herbe from June 6, 2024 to March 9, 2025. [Read more]
Louis Vuitton: free exhibition of the House's design & art de vivre collections at LV Dream - extensions
Louis Vuitton opens the doors of its new free exhibition, dedicated to design and the art of living, in the continuity of Design Miami.Paris 2024. From October 16 to December 31, head to LV Dream to discover the Maison's Objets Nomades collection, as well as cult pieces from its collaboration with Estúdio Campana, through a unique scenography. [Read more]
Christofle: Une Brillante Histoire, the goldsmith's house's sublime exhibition at MAD Paris
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs is preparing to light up your autumn with the exhibition "Christofle: A Brilliant History", from November 14, 2024 to April 20, 2025. Discover how this legendary house has reinvented the art of goldsmithing since the 1830s, through 1,000 dazzling pieces - from cutlery to jewelry to contemporary art - deployed in a magical immersive scenography. [Read more]
Guillon Lethière, born in Guadeloupe: the Musée du Louvre retrospective exhibition unveiled
The Musée du Louvre honors an unjustly forgotten painter: from November 13, 2024 to February 17, 2025, come and discover the Guillon Lethière, born in Guadeloupe exhibition. [Read more]
La Mode en Modèles: the 1920-1930 photo exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris
On the occasion of Paris Photo, the Musée des Arts Décoratifs unveils the exhibition "La Mode en Modèles. Photographs from the 1920s-1930s", from November 6, 2024 to January 26, 2025. Much more than just fashion clichés, these photographs were formidable weapons against counterfeiting at a time when Haute Couture was booming. [Read more]
L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux: the exhibition that questions our secret gardens at MAD
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs invites us into our most personal, intimate spaces, in a major exhibition presented from October 15, 2024 to March 30, 2025. Come and visit "L'intime, de la chambre aux réseaux sociaux". [Read more]
Figures du fou at the Musée du Louvre: a zany exhibition to discover - our photos
Are you crazy? Yes, we are! Everyone's crazy in the Louvre Museum's new exhibition, Figures du Fou: du Moyen-Âge aux Romantiques, on view from October 16, 2024 to February 3, 2025. A plunge into the history of the madman and his representation through the ages. [Read more]
Exhibition event Revoir Watteau at the Musée du Louvre, around the figure of Pierrot - our photos
Following restoration of the work, art lovers are invited to rediscover Antoine Watteau's masterpiece "Le Pierrot, dit Le Gilles" in a new exhibition at the Musée du Louvre, from October 16, 2024 to February 3, 2025. A character who has been the subject of much ink... And a lot of paint! [Read more]
Ito Meikyū, Boris Labbé's virtual reality exhibition at Drawing Lab in Paris - our photos
Attention exhibition and virtual reality fans! The Drawing Lab invites you to discover its VR exhibition, imagined by Boris Labbé, "Ito Meikyū", from October 11, 2024 to January 5, 2025. Inspired by Japanese art and literature, this interactive work invites you to wander freely through a digital labyrinth where drawings, fractal architectures and animated scenes intersect. [Read more]
Arte Povera: the exhibition dedicated to the Italian art movement at the Bourse de Commerce, our photos
Arte Povera is on show at the Bourse de Commerce in Paris from October 9, 2024 to January 20, 2025. An opportunity to learn more about this Italian artistic movement, thanks to an impressive collection of works by thirteen leading Arte Povera figures. [Read more]
The exhibition Révélation ! Contemporary art from Benin, unveiled at the Conciergerie
La Conciergerie welcomes contemporary artists from Benin, from October 4 2024 to January 5 2025, for an original exhibition entitled "Révélation ! Contemporary art from Benin". Discover the images of this exhibition-event! [Read more]
35 years of ANDAM: the avant-garde and audacious fashion exhibition at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs
The avant-garde of fashion is on show at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs from October 1, 2024 to March 30, 2025. To mark the anniversary of ANDAM (Association nationale pour le développement des arts de la mode), the exhibition "Mode - Nouvelles Générations: 35 ans de l'ANDAM" (Fashion - New Generations: 35 years of ANDAM) takes you on a journey of discovery of 30 silhouettes and accessories that have redrawn the boundaries of fashion, featuring Martin Margiela, Marine Serre, Y/Project and many others. [Read more]
L'Écho des Nymphéas: poetry concerts at the Musée de l'Orangerie
If you're a lover of literature and music, here's an event that's sure to please you. Right next to Monet's Water Lilies, at the Musée de l'Orangerie, you're invited to a concert-lecture, one Monday a month. [Read more]
The Paris Museum of Illusion, a must-see family outing!
Sponsored - The Musée de l'illusion, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris in the Châtelet les Halles district, welcomes families and friends all year round. Come and cool off in its air-conditioned space, and get ready for a unique and exciting experience as you plunge into the fascinating world of illusion, where all your senses will be turned upside down... [Read more]
Heinz Berggruen, a dealer and his collection: modern art at the Musée de l'Orangerie exhibition
The Musée de l'Orangerie invites us to discover Heinz Berggruen and his rich collection of modern art, in a new exhibition on view from October 2, 2024 to January 27, 2025. [Read more]
The Louvre by night: two evenings of art every Wednesday and Friday!
In your busy week, treat yourself to a moment of magic: the Musée du Louvre opens at night every Wednesday and Friday evening. The permanent collections and temporary exhibitions of the world's most beautiful museum await you! [Read more]
The birth of department stores, a double exhibition at the heart of these mythical Parisian landmarks
The Musée des Arts Décoratifs and the Cité de l'Architecture take us to the heart of the legendary addresses of Parisian art de vivre with "The Birth of Department Stores", a two-part exhibition. Visit the MAD from April 10 to October 13, 2024, then from October 16, 2024 to March 16, 2025, to discover the history of these temples to fashion right up to the present day. [Read more]
History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges. [Read more]
The Musée de l'Illusion, one of the best family outings on vacation in Paris
The famous Musée de l'Illusion awaits you during the Christmas vacations for a unique and exciting experience, with family or friends! You'll plunge into a fascinating world, where all your senses will be turned upside down thanks to 70 illusions, each more intriguing and amusing than the last... A multi-sensory visit that's a must! [Read more]
Did you know? A historic beehive adorns the corner of rue Pierre Lescot and rue Rambuteau.
Right in the heart of the Halles district, the corner of rue Pierre Lescot and rue Rambuteau hides a singular historical treasure. A fascinating sculpted beehive dating from the late 19th century adorns the building at 9 rue Lescot, formerly a honey merchant's stall. [Read more]
Did you know? Where does the name Seine come from?
Have you ever wondered about the origins of the Seine's name? Originating from the commune of Sources-Seine in Burgundy, this river is named after a Celtic goddess, Sequana. We tell you all about its history and legend. [Read more]
Louvre Museum: Must-see masterpieces
The Louvre Museum is one of the most visited museums in the world, and houses some of the most famous works. Here are the must-sees on your next visit. [Read more]
What to see in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Current shows, concerts & plays!
Looking for a show to see in Paris's 1st arrondissement? Concerts, theater, one-man shows and other artistic performances, here's what's on at the moment in the beautiful venues of this Parisian district. [Read more]
Restaurants in the 1st arrondissement of Paris: Where to eat in the district? Our best addresses
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 1st arrondissement? Follow the guide to discover our best addresses, our latest discoveries and our favorites! [Read more]
Imperial Christmas Tea Time at the Ritz Paris: an exceptional interlude in the heart of the festive season
A magical experience at the Ritz Paris, with gourmet delights and French elegance. Every weekend from November 30, 2024 to January 5, 2025, the Salon Marie-Louise will be transformed into a festive setting for a unique Imperial tea time, orchestrated by chefs Jérôme Legras and François Perret. [Read more]
Brunch Time at Miami Boulevard: All-inclusive, all-you-can-eat!
Le Miami Boulevard is the ultimate brunch paradise: an XXL 180° buffet in a setting that will propel you into a whole new ambience. A gourmet formula with an incredible choice of dishes and desserts: brunch fans beware! Come and brunch on New Year's Day, Friday December 1: Book now! [Read more]
An exotic brunch at Djakarta Bali
Fancy a tasty brunch in the heart of Paris? Djakarta Bali offers a new brunch formula for 35 euros. To be discovered every Sunday lunchtime, this offer is sure to awaken your taste buds with dishes featuring Indonesian flavors. [Read more]
Gast, bakery and brunch during the day, bistronomy in the evening
A multi-faceted place, Gast is open non-stop, offering a choice of pastries, brunches or bistronomic toasts, depending on the time of day. [Read more]
Christophe Michalak's bakery, patisserie and chocolate shop Étienne Marcel, Paris 1er
Gourmet alert, Christophe Michalak has just opened his new boutique in the 1ᵉʳ arrondissement of Paris. Head to rue Etienne Marcel to discover this new gourmet spot, which for the first time brings together pastry, bakery and chocolate all in one place. [Read more]
Madame Sarfati's brunch: the superb brunch at Fary's comedy club
Madame Sarfati's brunch is held at 49 rue Berger in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. In a magnificent room designed by JR and in collaboration with artists Takao and Dirby, we discover new flavors. [Read more]
Manufacture Cluizel: Discover the Chocolaterie and its Secrets of Premier Cru Cocoa
Discover Manufacture Cluizel, a family-run chocolate factory for 70 years, working with first-growth cocoa. [Read more]
Laouz, the fine Algerian patisserie, café and tea room in Paris
Laouz is the name of this Algerian company offering fine oriental pastries, so kawaii. With no fewer than 6 boutiques in Paris today, the house continues to delight us with classic creations, as well as more original delicacies. Like little jewels, we let ourselves be seduced by sweets with flavors from here and elsewhere. Also a tea room, the house offers a full range of catering services. [Read more]
LV Dream: the Café "Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton" unveils its savoury menu
Maxime Frédéric at Louis Vuitton, the Café at the heart of LV Dream, has added a new savory menu, emblazoned with the Maison's famous monogram. After discovering the free exhibition of emblematic and innovative Louis Vuitton creations, continue the experience upstairs by savoring a variety of dishes imagined by the Pastry Chef, not forgetting a visit to the chocolate shop and boutique! [Read more]
Läderach, discover the Swiss chocolatier's first boutique in Paris
Swiss chocolatier Läderach opened its first Paris boutique at 132 rue de Rivoli on December 7, 2023. Founded in 1962, Läderach's world-renowned chocolates are now available in the heart of Paris. [Read more]
Krispy Kreme donuts, pop culture icons, now at the Forum des Halles!
Attention American doughnut fans: Krispy Kreme doughnuts are finally coming to Paris, at the Forum des Halles, on Wednesday, December 6 at 8am! [Read more]
César y Georgette, the La Dépendance hotel café in tribute to Peruvian poet César Vallejo
Hotel La Dépendance unveils its new coffee shop, César y Georgette, in homage to the Peruvian poet César Vallejo, who lived at this address. [Read more]
Exquisite Tea Time at Burgundy Paris by Léandre Vivier, the new divine snack
Looking for a delicious new tea time? Let's head to Burgundy Paris to feast on the creations of Léandre Vivier, the Baudelaire's new pastry chef, who takes our taste buds on a voyage of discovery around the world. A superb discovery that we recommend to you! [Read more]
The secret and brilliant Tea Time from the Halle aux Grains to the Bourse de Commerce in Paris
La Halle aux Grains, Michel and Sébastien Bras' famous restaurant hidden away on the 3rd floor of the Paris Bourse de Commerce - Fondation Pinault, offers an excellent tea time combining culinary innovation and a superb view of Les Halles. We tell you more... [Read more]
Le bon Tea Time - l'Officine snack at the Hôtel du Louvre
One of the most exclusive places to enjoy a delicious tea-time snack is the Hôtel du Louvre by Chef Julien Delhome. Every day from 3.30pm to 5.30pm, you can enjoy a gourmet break in the magical, leafy setting of the Officine du Louvre. [Read more]
La Sphère Gourmande, the new pastry shop in Paris unveils itself
La Sphère Gourmande and its delicious round pastries, opens its first physical store in Paris. Since this Tuesday, November 22, 2022, one can roll with pleasure with the original creations of Thomas Jimenez. [Read more]
Le Buffet des Merveilles, the brunch-snack for sweet and salty lovers at Sweet Bazar in Paris
For families with a sweet tooth, here's a concept that should please you. At Sweet Bazar, temple of sweet street-food, a buffet of wonders awaits you at brunch, lunch or snack time to make you enjoy a tempting banquet with culinary workshops all in an ultra-instagrammable setting. [Read more]
Takumi in Paris: the Japanese cheesecake-specialized bakery
The authentic Japanese cheesecake can be enjoyed at Takumi! Set in downtown Paris, this bakery also serves the flavorsome cream puff, cheese tart and sando. [Read more]
La Pasticceria Cova, pastry shop, tea time and beautiful Italian terrace
La Pasticceria Cova is the new café-tea room that has taken its place in the corner just in front of the Samaritaine. This mythical Milanese institution with its refined decor and creative pastries now opens its arms to us in Paris. You can sit down all day long, from breakfast to tea-time, including aperitivo, inside or on the large terrace overlooking the department store and the quays. [Read more]
Ponpon, the first mochi donuts store that makes Paris run
Greed alert, the first mochi donuts store has opened in Paris! Ponpon Café, that's the name of this spot which is already a great success by attracting the whole Paris. We tested it and we love it! [Read more]
Café Kitsuné Louvre transforms itself into an evolving pastry bar
Café Kitsuné Louvre, the sublime café at the gates of the Jardin du Palais Royal, is evolving and becoming a new spot for pastry lovers. With the recent reopening of its floor, overlooking the beautiful fountain of the French Theater, we take the opportunity to go and enjoy a gourmet moment with lattés and sweets as a bonus. [Read more]
All-you-can-eat brunch at Les Artizans
Les Artizans, a friendly bistro on rue de Montorgueil next to Les Halles, which combines good market cuisine with delicious pastries, is launching a brunch program on Saturdays and Sundays. Let's go and find out! [Read more]
Le Pain Grillé, agnès b's first Parisian tea room.
Let's go to 6 rue du Jour in the 1st district of Paris, in the agnès b. boutique, to discover Le Pain Grillé, its new and first Parisian tea room. [Read more]
Café Smith & Son unveils its Cream Tea
The famous WHSmith bookshop, now Smith&Son, located on Rue de Rivoli, has renovated its spaces and unveiled its new café-tea room. Fancy some good scones and a cup of tea? Just a stone's throw from the Jardins des Tuileries, this is the place for a gourmet break. [Read more]
The Ritz patisserie by François Perret
Ritz Paris Le Comptoir is the name of François Perret's pastry shop and tea room at the Ritz. Head to 38 rue Cambon to discover pastry bars, pastry drinks, all kinds of madeleines and, of course, the chef's famous pastries that we love so much. [Read more]
Odette Paris, the house of cream puffs with old-fashioned charm
If you love cream puffs, Odette is the gourmet pastry shop that will make you happy. With two charming addresses with a retro spirit, this spot delights Parisians with freshly prepared choux every day. [Read more]
Bo&Mie opens the largest bakery in Paris, photos & video
There's no stopping Bo&Mie! One year after the opening of its second spot, the team behind the famous bakery-pastry shop has opened its 3rd address. And not just any address, since it's the biggest bakery in Paris. 400 m2, 3 floors and all located on rue de Rivoli, opposite the Louvre. You'll love it. [Read more]
Mado in Paris: the tea room where madeleines are king!
Mado in Paris is a new tea shop to try in Paris! Opening in November 2019 on the rue de Rivoli, facing the Tuileries garden, this madeleine store intends to delight young and old with gourmet and regressive recipes to be consumed with a tea or a hot chocolate! [Read more]
Olivier Stehly's all-you-can-eat brunch
Food lovers beware! Pastry chef Olivier Stehly is launching his all-you-can-eat brunch, and he's not kidding. On the menu: viennoiseries, savoury verrines, but above all, all-you-can-eat pastries and macaroons! [Read more]
A.P.C. installs its café at the Joyce Gallery
A.P.C. is setting up its tea/coffee shop at the Galerie Joyce, in the Gardens of the Palais Royal, from November 20 to January 31, 2019. In this beautiful setting sheltered from Parisian life, we warm up around a delicious mocha or a golden latte, the time for a well-deserved break. And of course, a small pop-up store promises a nice discovery of the brand. [Read more]
The pastry shop of Cédric Grolet, pastry chef of Le Meurice
If you like pastry, you must know Cédric Grolet, the pastry chef of Le Meurice, famous for his fascinating cakes, and especially for his fruit sculptures! While his cakes were only served in the restaurants of Le Meurice, it is now possible to amaze your friends and family with his pastries, available to take away. You're sure to fall in love! [Read more]
Wagashi, traditional Japanese pastries at Toraya
Wagashi, namagashi, monaka, yokan, manju... If all these terms mean nothing to you, a quick trip to Toraya is a must to discover their Japanese pastries, made in the greatest tradition. [Read more]
Sébastien Gaudard opens a tea room in Paris
Sébastien Gaudard has just opened a new tea room in the rue des Martyrs, following in the footsteps of his famous patisserie. [Read more]
Jean-Paul Hévin - Vendôme in Paris: a paradise for gourmets
Dive into the world of master chocolatier Jean-Paul Hévin and explore his chocolate cellar on rue Saint-Honoré in Paris. [Read more]
Pilate Reformer at YUJ: an intimate group class with quality coaching
Having trouble with group classes of more than 20 people? At YUJ, Pilate Reformer is practiced with a maximum of 5 people, in an intimate setting. The coach can follow each participant's movements and advise him or her. [Read more]
Marché de Noël des Tuileries 2024: dates, times and events
The Jardin des Tuileries Christmas Market awaits you from November 16, 2024 to January 1, 2025. It's the perfect opportunity to shop for Christmas gifts, take in the rides, skate and enjoy the many stalls and gourmet restaurants on site. [Read more]
Paris: the Ferris Wheel in the Tuileries Gardens is back! Opening times and prices
Moved because of the Olympic Games, the Giant Ferris Wheel is finally returning to its mythical location in the Tuileries Gardens, allowing tourists and Parisians alike to see the City of Light from a little higher up, starting this Friday, October 18, 2024. [Read more]
Escape Game Awards: Mission Galactique at Majestic, best new product 2024 - our test
Calling all escape game and space adventure fans... Head for Majestic Escape Game, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, to discover its "Mission Galactique" room. Blending scenarios from all the best science-fiction films and series (Star Wars, Star Trek, Dune, Guardians of the Galaxy to name but a few...), this adventure should appeal to all lovers of stellar travel and space opera... A room voted best new feature 2024 at the Escape Game Awards! Ready to save the galaxy? [Read more]
Mystery Game: a thrilling, immersive investigation at the Conciergerie
Strange phenomena have been observed at the Conciergerie... Ghost hunters, it's up to you! Come and investigate in the most gothic of atmospheres, with the Conciergerie Mystery Game in Paris. An adventure that plunges you into the monument's dark dungeons... [Read more]
Carousel, trampoline, playground... 3 things to do with children in the Tuileries Gardens
Planning a trip to the Tuileries Gardens? With the whole family, even young children, it's the ideal place for a stroll or, better still, some really fun activities. [Read more]
Le Grand Soin Hydrafacial by Spa Valmont for Le Meurice: deep cleansing and divine massage
At Le Meurice, beauty becomes an art. With the Grand Soin Hydrafacial at Maison Valmont, the palace's spa, in just 90 minutes your skin is transformed by the magical combination of cutting-edge technology and anti-aging expertise. [Read more]
Relaxation at the Burgundy: between Spa and gastronomy with tapas and a starred menu
Le Burgundy offers a unique combination of relaxation at Spa Le Burgundy by Sothys and gastronomic excellence with chefs Anthony Denon and Léandre Vivier at Le Baudelaire. Discover the "parenthèse étoilée", the "Splunch" and the "apéro détente" for a moment of pure bliss. [Read more]
Lock Academy: Professor Lock's detective-style escape game at Les Halles
Lovers of escape games and Sherlock Holmes at heart, Lock Academy, located in the Châtelet and Les Halles districts of Paris, needs you! This escape game store, which hides a private detective school, faces mysteries that even the most gifted can't solve, and invites you to lead your own investigation to become the best detective... Ready to solve Professor Lock's riddles? [Read more]
Escape game: we tested Le Casse du Siècle, the Ocean's Eleven-style room at Lock Academy
La Lock Academy, an escape game in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, awaits you for a most surprising investigation with Le Casse du Siècle... And with good reason: in this room, you'll have to investigate the disappearance of a detective's manual from a museum under heavy guard, and prevent the perfect crime from taking place. Are you ready to solve this mystery? [Read more]
Escape game: our test of L'Examen, the 2.0 adventure by Lock Academy
La Lock Academy, a Parisian escape game in the center of Paris, is offering a brand new 2.0 adventure. Entitled L'Examen, it challenges you to outwit an Artificial Intelligence... The room is also available in English. We've tested it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Majestic Escape Game: the immersive escape game inspired by cinema
Do you love movies and escape games? Majestic Escape Game has just what you're looking for, with three rooms worthy of the greatest films, set in a charming Art Deco cinema. A plunge into the past of the 7th art (and cartoons) just a stone's throw from Les Halles, in the capital's 1st arrondissement. [Read more]
Panik Room: the terrifying immersive game that will make you poop your pants
Fancy a scare with your mates? Visit Panik Room, the blood-curdling immersive game just a stone's throw from the Louvre. The principle: you take it in turns to enter a haunted establishment, guided by your group in a panic room. Thrills guaranteed! [Read more]
Mind Runs: free sessions combining sport and well-being to stay healthy
Paris, bouge ton esprit is a program launched in the capital to encourage Parisians to take part in sports, to look after their bodies as well as their mental health. Every Thursday, take part in workshops to get you started! [Read more]
Escape game Oggy et les cafards at Majestic Escape Game
Do you love Oggy and the Cockroaches and escape games? Majestic Escape Game has dedicated an eponymous room to the cartoon heroes, plunging you into the heart of the mischievous cat's universe. An adventure for all the family and friends! Shall we make a reservation? [Read more]
Majestic Escape Game in Paris: total immersion in the world of the Titanic
All aboard! Majestic Escape Game offers a room dedicated to the sinking of the Titanic, and invites budding adventurers to escape from the engine room in 60 minutes, or risk going down with the liner. We played Jack and Rose for a test run, now it's your turn! [Read more]
Esport Box Les Halles : discover the ultimate gaming experience in the 1st district of Paris
Dive into the immersive universe of Esport Box Les Halles, located in the heart of Paris, and live an unprecedented gaming experience thanks to the latest Gaming Rooms and top-of-the-range equipment for eSport enthusiasts. Ready to become an eSport champion? [Read more]
ESpot, the concept store dedicated to gaming just a stone's throw from the Louvre
Gamers and other video game lovers meet at ESpot, a new space dedicated to gaming and eSports located in the heart of Paris, rue de Rivoli, to enjoy the many PCs and consoles available. [Read more]
Paris Boat Club, a tailor-made private cruise on the Seine in Paris
How about a private cruise on the Seine? Are you looking for an exceptional experience, a way to visit Paris without the crowds, to see the capital's most beautiful monuments and bridges in a privileged way? We've tested the Paris Boat Club and its tailor-made cruises for an enchanted interlude. [Read more]
Le Paris-Tivo: the refined aperitif at Mandarin Oriental's Bar 8
Looking for a refined, quality aperitif? The Mandarin Oriental offers the Paris-Tivo at its bar, Bar 8. Comprising a cocktail of your choice and three tasty amuse-bouches, it's sure to please even the most discerning gourmets. [Read more]
A unique, festive venue: a pub/disco and even a spekeasy bar (in the same place)
Sponsored - Go to the Hide: it's a huge pub, a discotheque under the vaults and even a spekeasy bar (a hidden bar at the 500 shooters). Reserve your evenings - you'll love the festive atmosphere! [Read more]
Potions & Co: the "escape bar" for an unusual outing in Paris
Do you like cocktails and puzzles? Escape game fans can now discover Potions & Co, Paris' first escape bar offering an immersive cocktail experience. [Read more]
A unique venue: the Miami Boulevard ( Terrace / Bar-club & Karaoke )
A completely new venue: bar/club/resto and even Karoke! Miami Boulevard is big, it's beautiful, there's plenty of room and we love to party, so you can come for a drink, celebrate an occasion, eat, sing and even privatize a room for you and your friends! [Read more]
Tiki Playa is a guaranteed escape in Paris: Afterwork / Evening / Terrace
Sponsored - Inspired by faraway destinations, Tiki Playa is a place that rhymes with escape and decompression, and it feels good! Typical decor, a beach hut-style veranda, a bamboo bar, a giant terrace and a club in the basement. And it's open every day! [Read more]
Thursday appointments: gourmet evenings and DJ sets at Restaurant Le Dalí, Hôtel Le Meurice
In the heart of the prestigious Le Meurice hotel, Restaurant Le Dalí transforms itself every Thursday evening into a new temple of Parisian nightlife. From 8pm onwards, renowned DJs breathe electrifying energy into this new weekly rendezvous, matching cocktails and "gastro-tapas". [Read more]
La Distillerie de l'Arbre Sec: our photos of the gin creation workshop a stone's throw from the Louvre
Calling all mixology workshop enthusiasts... Head for La Distillerie de l'Arbre Sec, just a stone's throw from the Louvre, where you'll find gin distillation workshops, as well as tours to learn all about the making of this spirit. [Read more]
Paris Latino, the free salsa night every Thursday at Café Oz
Qué bueno, qué rico, qué lindo... Welcome to Paris Latino, Café Oz's weekly salsa night, held every Thursday evening from 8pm. What's on? Dance classes for all levels and a Latino party that goes on all night! [Read more]
Le Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde : geek and pop culture immersion in the heart of Paris
Discover Le Dernier Bar Avant la Fin du Monde, a unique place in Paris where fans of pop culture, board games and fictional universes meet. Dive into this unusual space offering cultural events, eclectic decoration and a cocktail and restaurant menu that reflects its inspirations. [Read more]
Ostrea & Perdition: Sea Bar and Hidden Cocktail Bar in Paris
A friendly oyster bar on the ground floor and a cocktail bar hidden underground? Sea Bar Ostrea and Perdition cocktail bar have come to Paris 1st arrondissement with a very cool concept to be discovered as soon as possible! [Read more]
What to do in Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg: Our tips and best addresses
Wandering around Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg? Follow our guide to discover this central district of the capital from A to Z! [Read more]
On the lookout for good addresses in the Louvre, Rue de Rivoli and Palais-Royal districts? Here they are! [Read more]
Want to discover the Rue Saint-Honoré and Place Vendôme districts? Set out to conquer the best addresses in the area! [Read more]
Out and about near Notre-Dame de Paris, Île de la Cité and Île Saint-Louis? Follow our guide to find out more about the history of the area, and find out what's going on around here! [Read more]
What to do in Châtelet-Les Halles and Beaubourg: Our tips and best addresses
What to do in the Louvre-Rivoli, Palais-Royal and Tuileries districts: Our best addresses
What to do in the Saint-Honoré - Place Vendôme district: Our tips and best addresses
What to do around Notre-Dame, Île de la Cité and Île Saint-Louis: Our tips and addresses
