We're ending the month of May with a lovely three-day weekend! The luckiest among us are enjoying a public holiday: this Monday, May 29, 2023, is Whit Monday! So, what are we going to do during this public holiday in Paris and the Ile-de-France region? If you want to get out and enjoy yourself with friends, family or on your own, and avoid finding yourself in front of a closed door, we've selected a few good ideas for you to do on Pentecost.
If Pentecost Monday is a holiday for you too, here are a few ideas for fun outings in Paris and the Ile-de-France region this Monday, May 29, 2023:
Stores and shopping centers open on Whit Monday 2023 in Paris Ile-de-France
With Whit Monday, the French enjoy another three-day weekend. Do you want to take advantage of it to do your shopping? Here are the shopping centers open in Paris and Île-de-France this Monday, May 29, 2023, a public holiday in France. [Read more]
What to do this Whit Monday in Paris and Ile-de-France? The free outings of May 29, 2023
Looking for an idea of what to do this Whit Monday in Paris? Since we love good deals, we have prepared a nice selection of free outings to do on this holiday which falls on Monday May 29, 2023. From free strolls to street shows, from Fête programs to exhibitions accessible without a round, there's plenty to do. [Read more]
Swimming pools open in Paris this Whit Monday 2023
How about a dip in the pool this Whit Monday? It's a bank holiday, the kids don't have school and half the parents have the day off... So, what are we going to do? If the weather's nice, why not take a dip in the pool? There are a few open, so we can splash around all day! [Read more]
Whit Monday: museums and monuments open this Monday, May 20, bank holiday in Paris
Whit Monday is a public holiday in France, so you can take advantage of the long weekend to visit all the museums in the capital! Find out which museums and monuments are open this Monday, May 20, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
Pentecost Weekend: 10 terraces in Paris on May 27, 28 and 29, 2023
We have a question for you! What are you going to do this Pentecost weekend in Paris? What if you took advantage of this extended weekend, these Saturday 27, Sunday 28 and Monday 29 May 2023, to lounge on one of the new and most beautiful terraces of the capital that are also open on this Pentecost holiday? Are you more of a rooftop or gourmet terrace facing the Eiffel Tower? Follow the guide! [Read more]
A guide to zoos, aquariums and menageries in and around Paris
Want to get away from it all and meet animals in their natural environment? We visit the various zoos and menageries in and around Paris, and if you don't know where to go, don't panic! We've put together a great guide to help you make your choice. Vincennes, Thoiry, Jardin des Plantes... So many opportunities to discover more about nature. [Read more]
The most beautiful rose gardens in Paris and Île-de-France, nuggets to discover
Where are the most beautiful rose gardens in Paris and its surroundings? Paris and its surroundings make us see life in pink... literally! Notice to lovers of beautiful plants, we take you to discover the sublime rose gardens to be discovered in the capital but also in all the Île-de-France for bucolic and magic moments. [Read more]
Top accrobranches in Île-de-France: Discover the best courses for everyone
Explore the best accrobranche sites in Paris and Île-de-France for tree-climbing adventures suitable for all ages. [Read more]
Top terraces in May in Paris 2024: The best places to enjoy the sun
Are you looking for the most beautiful terraces in Paris and the Île-de-France region this May 2024? Whether you're looking for a trendy terrace, a rooftop or even a gourmet terrace where you can sit back and enjoy the sunny days of spring, here are this month's must-see spots. [Read more]
Walks and discoveries in the Vallée de Chevreuse, 15 must-see treasures
Located between Versailles and Rambouillet, the Vallée de Chevreuse has many natural and cultural treasures to discover. There's a remarkable heritage of beautiful monuments, wonders for strolling and going green, and even a rich culinary heritage. Discover 15 must-see nuggets. [Read more]
Hauts-de-Seine : 10 nature walks to escape around Paris in the 92
Want to enjoy beautiful walks just a few kilometers from Paris? Here are 10 nature walks to discover in the Hauts-de-Seine, to get away from the capital. [Read more]
The Maincourt Trail, a Natural Oasis in the Chevreuse Valley to discover
The Vallée de Chevreuse is home to a natural gem, the Sentier de Maincourt, a stone's throw from the Château de Dampierre. Accessible all year long by families, even with strollers and people with reduced mobility, this jewel offers a beautiful nature walk between fauna and flora, only 40 minutes from Paris. [Read more]
Festival de jour // de nuit 2023 : the free street art festival in Essonne
Rediscover street art during the festival de jour // de nuit 2023, free and open to all, from May 26 to June 4 in the streets of several towns and villages in Essonne. Circus, dance, performance and theater await you. [Read more]
LV Dream by Louis Vuitton: free exhibition, boutique, café and chocolate shop Disneyland Paris: Avengers Assemble Flight Force, our test of the roller coaster at Avengers Campus Claude Monet : where to see the works of the famous impressionist painter in Paris ? Dior Paris 30 Montaigne, boutique - museum, café and restaurant Climbing District Saint-Lazare, a climbing gym and coworking space hidden in a chapel The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes The Jardin du Petit Palais, a hidden gem with terrace and café-restaurant Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Paris's largest charming mountain park Paradox Museum Paris, a crazy journey of optical illusions Spider-Man WEB Adventure at Disneyland Paris: our tips for a high score in the attraction The Church of the Madeleine, stunning and impressive What to do in Barbizon, the famous village between art and nature? Disneyland Paris: our tips and tricks to make the most of your day in the parks BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
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]
New at Disneyland Paris! Since July 20, 2022, Avengers Campus, the park's newest zone, has been home to a brand-new attraction in place of the Rock'n'Roller Coaster. What's it called? Avengers Assemble: Flight Force. A roller coaster based on the same course as the Rock'n'Roller Coaster, but with new preshows and a new story revolving around Iron Man and Captain Marvel... We tried it out (with the new effects), and tell you all about it! [Read more]
He is undoubtedly one of the most appreciated French painters: Claude Monet has left us many magnificent paintings, some of which can be discovered in Parisian museums. [Read more]
The mythical Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this is a new address that should seduce all fashion addicts but also fine gourmets in search of a gourmet café or a refined restaurant. [Read more]
How about a climb in an atypical location? Climbing District is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, close to the Saint-Lazare train station. Housed in a hidden former chapel, this climbing gym, which looks like an old library, is sure to surprise. Tip: coworking spaces with free wifi and coffee shop. [Read more]
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]
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]
At the heart of the Petit Palais, which is freely accessible to all, all year round, lies an exotic green garden. Like a veritable oasis, it's the ideal setting for a drink in the sun. There's a café-restaurant with a pleasant terrace and deckchairs set up around the peristyle. [Read more]
The Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, is one of the largest green spaces in Paris. For a jog, a picnic or a walk in the countryside, this large green setting is a must. [Read more]
Paradox Museum, 90 experiences of trompe l'oeil, optical illusions and sensory upheaval await you in Paris. You'll love being fooled and capturing surrealist images. Would you like to try it out? [Read more]
Are you planning to visit Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris in the near future? If the Spider-Man W.E.B. Adventure attraction is on your itinerary, or if you'd like to try and beat your record, we've got some tips on how to get the best score possible. On your webs! [Read more]
The Eglise de la Madeleine as we know it today is the one Napoleon I imagined. Except that, at the time, the building was not intended to be a church, but a Temple of Glory dedicated to the Grande Armée. Its Greco-Roman architecture remains fascinating to this day. [Read more]
How about a trip to Barbizon? This charming village, 50 km from Paris, immerses us in art and nature on the edge of the Fontainebleau forest. Discover our tips for the perfect day out or weekend break. [Read more]
Are you heading to Disneyland Paris soon, and want to make the most of your day? We've got a few tips to help you make the most of your time and your day! [Read more]
The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all! [Read more]
You're all set, with a multitude of ideas for outings to occupy your bank holiday. It's a Monday just the way we like them! Have a nice day, folks.