Less touristy, Paris' 20th arrondissement is no less charming! From neighborhood to neighborhood, you'll discover a popular atmosphere, underground spots, village-like squares and much more. Here, you'll find affordable restaurants, grungy concert halls, lively venues and art galleries showcasing emerging artists. The 20th arrondissement has a convivial atmosphere that breaks the ice between strangers, and encounters over a drink are legion.
From Belleville to Ménilmontant, you'll discover gourmet hotspots and trendy addresses that connect all generations. From parc de Belleville , you can admire a sublime panorama of Paris, while in the heart of the 20th arrondissement, cimetière du Père Lachaise takes you to the heart of the world's largest necropolis, in an English-style garden featuring the graves of famous personalities such as Edith Piaf, Jim Morrisson and Oscar Wilde.
The 20th arrondissement is one of those places that can be explored far and wide to discover its treasures. And street-art enthusiasts won't be left out either, as it's one of the graffiti artists' favorite playgrounds. So, would you like to discover the district's best spots? Here are our top ideas for going out in Paris' 20th arrondissement!
Christmas 2025 in Paris: free creative workshops in the heart of the 20th arrondissement!
All kinds of creative workshops where you can make Christmas decorations from recycled materials for free await you at the Maison des 1000 Premiers Jours in Paris's 20th arrondissement. They take place every Wednesday from November 26 to December 17, 2025. [Read more]
What to visit in Paris's 20th arrondissement? Museums, monuments and exhibitions
Looking for cultural visits in Paris' 20th arrondissement? We're off to conquer the heritage and exhibitions that await us in this Parisian district. [Read more]
Restaurants in Paris 20: Where to eat in the 20th arrondissement? Our favorite places and top picks
Looking for a good restaurant in Paris' 20th arrondissement? Discover our best addresses, our recommendations and our favorites! [Read more]
Brunch Paris 20: Where to have brunch in the 20th arrondissement? Our favorite places and top picks
From Belleville to Gambetta, via Ménilmontant and La Campagne à Paris, the 20th arrondissement has many surprises in store for those who take the time to discover it. And what better way to treat yourself to a gourmet break in the heart of this popular, lively and charming neighborhood than with brunch? [Read more]
Bar Paris 20: Where to have a drink in the 20th arrondissement? Our favorite spots and recommendations
Between Belleville and Ménilmontant, Paris's 20th arrondissement is the ideal playground for lovers of cocktail bars, craft beer, and natural wine. Discover where to have a drink in this authentic, laid-back neighborhood full of surprises. [Read more]
Hotel Paris 20: Where to stay in the 20th arrondissement? Hotels, hostels, and other accommodations
Find where to sleep in Paris' 20th arrondissement among these hotels, youth hostels and accommodations. [Read more]
A water polo match between France and Hungary at the Georges Vallerey swimming pool
On December 10, 2025, the Georges-Vallerey swimming pool will be the scene of a clash between the French men's water polo team and Hungary, one month before the 2026 European Championships. [Read more]
L'Aventure Fantastique: a living, immersive dungeon beneath Paris - PROMO CODE
Sponsored - What if you were to become the hero of your own adventure? Nestled beneath the cobblestones of the 20th arrondissement, L'Aventure Fantastique plunges you into a medieval world of monsters, riddles and foam swords. Part immersive theater, part escape game and part life-size role-playing game, this new experience in Paris turns entertainment codes on their head. Take advantage of a 20% discount with the code SORTIRAPARIS! [Read more]
L'Aventure Fantastique: our test of the immersive journey between escape game and role-playing game - CODE PROMO
How about an immersive experience in a medieval fantasy world? Immerse yourself in l'Aventure Fantastique, become a mage or a warrior, fight terrible creatures and succeed in your quest, in the basements of Paris! Want to try it out? We've got a 20% discount code! [Read more]
Zen and Sounds: a timeless gong bath for a moment of letting go
In the heart of the 20th arrondissement, Zen and Sounds offers a timeless interlude with its gong baths, a unique and enchanting experience of deep relaxation, carried by the vibrations of singing instruments. [Read more]
Georges Vallerey swimming pool, the historic pool from the 1924 Olympic Games
The Georges Vallerey swimming pool has reopened its doors. Located at 148 avenue Gambetta, Paris 20th, this historic pool features a 50-meter pool with an opening roof, ideal for swimmers of all levels. [Read more]
Belleville Park, a green bubble on a hillside in the 20th arrondissement
In the Ménilmontant district, right in the heart of Belleville's Chinatown, you could almost miss the eponymous park, so hidden is it that it's almost a secret. So we're taking you to discover it with us! [Read more]
At Aûm, the holistic coworking space, yoga studio and healthy coffee shop
A yoga studio, coworking space and café in Paris? We've found it: At Aûm, a holistic living space offering a 100% organic, homemade menu alongside numerous yoga classes. [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]
Arkose Paris Nation, the first climbing gym in Paris is open
After having opened 2 bouldering gyms in the Paris region, Arkose opens the first bouldering gym in Paris intra-muros. Head to the 20th arrondissement of Paris, in the Nation district, to discover the first bouldering gym in Paris. [Read more]
Los Guardiola: wordless poetry and dreamlike dance at Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens
Dance, movement theater and daydreams come together in Fantaisie en 7 rêves et demi, a wordless show for ages 8 and up, every Saturday at 5pm from January 3 to February 28, 2026. [Read more]
Richard III: William Mesguich stages the lust for power at the Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens
From September 9 to December 23, 2025, the Théâtre des Gémeaux Parisiens presents William Shakespeare's Richard III, directed by William Mesguich, with a cast of eight actors playing over twenty-five characters. [Read more]
Théâtre de la Colline, dedicated to contemporary and modern theatrical writing
The Théâtre de la Colline, located a stone's throw from the Père-Lachaise cemetery, is one of six national theaters. Today, its programming focuses on modern plays from the 20th and 21st centuries. [Read more]
Things to do in the Belleville, Ménilmontant, Père-Lachaise neighborhood: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
Are you strolling around Belleville, Ménilmontant, and Père-Lachaise, in the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement? There's no time to get bored in these lively and cosmopolitan neighborhoods. Follow the guide! [Read more]
Things to do in the Belleville, Ménilmontant, Père-Lachaise neighborhood: Ideas for outings and great places to visit
