This Monday August 15, 2022:
Unmissable
What to do this week - August 15 to 21, 2022, in Paris and Île-de-France
Being bored in Paris is impossible: every day, dozens of events wait for us! This week, from August 15 to 21, 2022, is no exception: between exhibitions, concerts, restaurants, shows and family-friendly outings, you will find what you need to have fun. Are you looking for your next outing? Keep reading to enjoy this week's best outings! [Read more]
Good deals of the week - August 15 to 21, 2022 - free or cheap outings in Paris and Île-de-France
A new week begins and with it, a whole range of things to discover in Paris and around! Keep reading to find out more about the best deals of the week (August 15 to 21, 2022) in Paris and Île-de-France. [Read more]
A free gospel show on August 15 at the Place de la Bastille
On August 15, 2022, the gospel Total Praise Mass Choir takes over the Place de la Bastille for a great open-air and free show. For the Assumption, the Paris Gospel Festival throws a Paris Summer Gospel. [Read more]
August 15, 2022: Exhibitions, museums and monuments open on Assumption Day in Paris
Good news for art fans: a lot of museums and monuments in Paris are open on Monday August 15, 2022, public holiday in France. To make the most of this gorgeous day, here are a few exhibition and places to visit ideas. [Read more]
What to do this August 15, 2022, in Paris with kids?
If you happen to be in Paris on August 15, 2022, here are entertainments you can make the most of to entertain your children. Inside or outside, there is something for everyone! [Read more]
Nocturnes de Feu 2022 at the Palace of Versailles: a royal August 15th
To enjoy a flaming August 15th, the Palace of Versailles provides the Nocturnes de Feu, an incredible show in the gardens, closing with a grandiose firework show. [Read more]
Shopping malls opening hours on the Assumption, August 15, 2022, in Paris and Île-de-France
Need to go shopping on Monday August 15, 2022? Check the opening hours of shopping malls for a serene spree in Paris and Île-de-France! [Read more]
Why is August 15th a public holiday in France? Origin and story of the Assumption
This Monday August 15, 2022 is the Assumption. Alongside other celebrations such as Christmas, the Ascension and All Saints’ Day, the Assumption is celebrated by many Catholics every year. But do you know the story and origin behind this public holiday in France? Let us tell you more about it. [Read more]
What to do on this Monday August 15, 2022, public holiday, in Paris?
What are we doing this Monday August 15 in Paris, on the Assumption? Between museums, open-air exhibitions, shopping spree, entertainments, tours and strolls or good deals, here are ideas to go out clever without ending up holding air. [Read more]
Restaurants open on August 15, 2022 in Paris: Great ideas
Calling all fans! We have found restaurants open this August 15, 2022, in Paris. Here are indulging ideas! [Read more]
Exhibitions
Exhibitions closing in August 2022, in Paris
Alert exhibitions coming to an end this month! Are you sure you visited all the exhibitions you wanted? To make sure you miss out nothing and organize your outings as well as possible, have a look at our guide listing exhibitions living their last days in August 2022. [Read more]
Pop air, the inflatable and immersive experience at the Grande Halle de la Villette: extra time
Starting from April 14, 2022, the Grande Halle de la Villette houses an exclusive and playful inflatable experience, Pop Air, made in partnership with Rome’s Balloon Museum. The immersive exhibition is extended to September 4, 2022. [Read more]
Sally Gabori, the surprising contemporary art exhibition at the Cartier Foundation
Her name is Mirdidingkingathi Juwarnda Sally Gabori and she is the star of the Cartier Foundation’s exhibition. From July 3 to November 6, 2022, come and discover the work of this exceptional Aboriginal Australian artist! [Read more]
"Une seconde d'éternité" exhibition at the Bourse de Commerce
From June 22 to September 26, 2022, the Bourse de Commerce Pinault Collection invites you to discover their latest exhibition, “Une Seconde d’Eternité”. [Read more]
Restaurants
Portuguese restaurants in Paris, our best ideas
How about having Portuguese food at lunch? Here are great Portuguese places in Paris, restaurants, patisseries, wine bars and more, to (re)discover for the France-Portugal season. [Read more]
Iluma, the latest Iberian restaurant and festive tapas bar
Iluma alma iberica, here is the latest Iberian restaurant serving Spanish and Portuguese specialties, tapas bar style, in Paris 2nd arrondissement. A lively bar-restaurant providing fabulous moments of sharing whether it comes to drinks or food. [Read more]
Martin, the latest traditional French brasserie in the 11th arrondissement
Nouvelle Garde’s latest creation, brasserie Martin in the 11th arrondissement serves – like Dubillot and Bellanger – homemade French bistro classics. Sausage and mashed potatoes, roasted chicken and tartare are to be enjoyed in this new restaurant with terrace facing the Square Gardette. [Read more]
Les Maquereaux Rive Gauche, the latest friendly fish boat restaurant
Opened only a few weeks ago, Les Maquereaux Rive Gauche – the latest place by Les Maquereaux – is already a success. Set on a moored boat, in the 13th arrondissement, Les Maquereaux Rive Gauche provides small fish dishes to share or not, before dinner. [Read more]
Au Petit Riche, timeless French bourgeoise cuisine
Since it opened in 1854, Au Petit Riche has been indulging Paris to timeless French bourgeoise cuisine. [Read more]
Coffee & tea time
Artisan ice cream maker Moustache and delicious Breton craft ice creams in the Marais area
Moustache ice creams – originating from Saint-Malo, Brittany – arrived in Paris, in the Marais area. This is the occasion to discover these craft ice creams and their fifty surprising flavors! [Read more]
The most unusual ice creams, sorbets and gelato in Paris: our favorite places
How about an original ice cream in Paris? From frozen fruit to savory sorbet including uncommon flavors, here are the ice creams you really want to taste in Paris! 1, 2 or 3 scoops, in a cone or a bowl, you will have a blast! [Read more]
Ladurée’s 160th anniversary teatime on the flowered terrace
How about indulging us to a lovely and delicious teatime on a terrace? Head to the new flowered terrace of the historic Maison Ladurée store on the Champs-Elysées for a scrumptious break mixing pastries and macarons to enjoy this summer. [Read more]
Kem Glaces, the craft ice cream pop-up back in the heart of Paris
Craving craft ice cream? Run and discover Kem Glaces creations, set in a pop-up store, from June 22 to September 25, 2022, at 7 rue Tiquetonne, in Paris 2nd arrondissement. The ideal way to cool off on these hot summer days. [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]
Bars
August's best terraces in Paris
Are you looking for a terrace to soak vitamin D up? Let us browse the terraces in Paris open in August 2022. To have a bite or a drink, there are always great places in Paris. [Read more]
Champagne bars in Paris
Fancy some bubbly time with your friends or colleagues? Head to champagne bars in Paris to enjoy bubble but responsibly. [Read more]
The Montparnasse Tower unveils a craft-beer bar this summer 2022 on their rooftop
This summer 2022, the Montparnasse Tower opens a craft-beer bar by La Brasserie Fondamentale on their 210-meter (688.97-feet) high rooftop! [Read more]
Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg's summer lush terraces, exotic tapas and creative cocktails
This summer, Hotel Sofitel Paris le Faubourg unveils a verdant hacienda-inspired terrace for you to enjoy exotic tapas and creative cocktails. [Read more]
Bal de la Marine, the guinguette-restaurant by the Seine at the foot of the Eiffel Tower
The Bal de la Marine, a festive guinguette by the Seine mixing music and restaurant, expects you again for the summer. The occasion to chill out and dance all week long by the water, in a unique setting and a friendly atmosphere. [Read more]
Show and fairs
Nuit aux Invalides 2022 in Paris: the Napoleon light and sound show returns -tickets
Nuit aux Invalides, or Night at the Invalides, is THE wonderful light and sound show in Paris this summer. The organization announces the show is back from July 16 to September 1, 2022, to take us back to Napoléon Bonaparte's history. A magnificent show to book now! [Read more]
Polnarêves: Michel Polnareff’s immersive experience at the Le Palace theater
Another immersive experience awaits you all at the Le Palace theater. This time, Michel Polnareff has decided to give it a go and provide you with “Polnarêves”, a visual and musical 360° experience. Meet from June 2, 2022 to March 1, 2023, to discover Michel Polnareff’s dreams in Paris. [Read more]
Sport & wellness
The best places to practice yoga and stay Zen in Paris
Yoga is exactly right to take care of your mind and body! We have found the best places to practice this ancestral discipline in the calmest venues in Paris! [Read more]
La Maison des Marronniers, an indulging and idyllic yoga retreat resort easily accessible
Picture this: a holistic place of life to enjoy yoga retreat and unwind without leaving Île-de-France. La Maison des Marronniers is this very haven of peace withing RER reach where wellness and good food are the watchwords. Come along to this unusual spot expecting you in Essonne. [Read more]
France 2023 Rugby Tour: here is the program
From July 22 to November 12, 2022, the nine host cities of the Rugby World Cup 2023 open Rugby Villages to celebrate the event. On the menu: meet athletes, members of the Interior Ministry and from the Overseas Territories Ministry, enjoy tournaments and entertainments. [Read more]
Le Prieuré des Sources, a warm and thorough spa providing custom-made services
Close to the Trocadero, the Le Prieuré des Sources spa invites Parisians and tourists to enjoy a relaxing moment for the mind and body thanks to treatments tailor-made to your very needs, between the expert hands of the Compagnons Wellness. [Read more]
Summer events in the AccroCamp parks!
Sponsored - All the summer long, the 7 AccroCamp parks are open and hold events for the entire family! Between tree-climbing with your family, beach at the door of Paris, workshops for the youngest ones, they have it all planned for you to have a fun summer. [Read more]
Shopping
Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées: Hydrafacial pop-up takes care of your skin
Until August 22, 2022, Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées and HydraFacial launch a selface pop-up within the department store. Book a session and enjoy the benefits of this revolutionary treatment, loyal ally to your skin! [Read more]
Chercheminippes, the second-hand institution in Paris: shopping and home bargain
Chercheminippes is one of the oldest second-hand concepts you can find in Paris. With five stores along the rue du cherche-midi, you can find pieces from great brands, as well as furniture and decoration for a lesser cost. And you can even enjoy a give away your clothes to give them a new lease of life! [Read more]
La Boutique aux 2 Balais: a Harry Potter store comes to Paris!
Sponsored - Alert! Paris welcomes a store dedicated to the Harry Potter universe! Head to La Boutique Aux 2 Balais, an exclusive place looking like Diagon Alley where you can find the latest items to improve your collections. [Read more]
Champs-Elysées Galeries Lafayette celebrate French creation with the French Touch operation
Sponsored - This summer, from July 5 to August 31, the Champs-Elysées department store shines a light on a selection of iconic or emerging French labels. From Lancel to "Fabriqué à Paris" labellized goods, Galeries Lafayette switches to blue, white, red. [Read more]
Outings:
Saint-Quentin en Yvelines outdoor activities center waterpark
What would you think of a refreshing playground to keep kids cool? Head to the waterpark set on the Île de Loisirs in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, expecting children and parents until September 1, 2022. [Read more]
Water features and paddling pool at the Parc André Malraux in Nanterre (92)
How about playing in the water? Within walking distance from La Défense, stands the verdant 25-hectare Parc André Malraux in Nanterre. Go and discover the free 1,200 sqm waterpark expecting children and adults on hot summer days. [Read more]
Immersive experiences in Paris and Île-de-France
Immersive experiences are adventures often looking like escape rooms, immersive plays and video games, making you enjoy stories larger than life. [Read more]
Japan-inspired immersive or original outings in Paris
Do you love Japanese culture and look for places shining a light on Japan in Paris? Between original restaurant, exotic park, cafés or exhibitions, here are places to enjoy Japanese culture in Paris. [Read more]
Wam Park 77 in Fontainebleau, the outdoor activities center with giant slides and water features
Looking for a waterpark at the gates of Paris? We went on to discover Wam Park in Fontainebleau, at the Lac de la Grande Paroisse, an outdoor activities center with lots of water features: platter lift, Water Jump, inflatable water structures, floating terraces, canoe and paddle boats. To feel on a vacation in Île-de-France, here is the perfect spot to have fun with your family and friends. [Read more]
What to do this Assumption weekend, August 13, 14 and 15, 2022, with children in Paris
What are we doing this Assumption weekend in Paris with children? These Saturday August 13, Sunday 14 and Monday 15, 2022, during the summer vacation. This weekend, of course, let us make the most of the entertainments held to delight children and adults. Here is how to enjoy your weekend in Paris. [Read more]
Parc Hérouval – the outdoor activity center with beach and water features
Parc Hérouval is a theme park and outdoor activity center going au naturel. Set one hour from Paris, in a wonderful and wild setting, Parc Hérouval welcomes you over 20 hectares of greenery. On the menu: beach and water features, mini-train, mini-petting farm, slides, bumper boats, ponies, barbecues… This is the perfect place to meet the family, relax and have fun. [Read more]
Science Experiences, the concept between museum and theme park in Bercy Village – DISCOUNT CODE
Families are expected at Science Experiences, a brand-new and playful spot mixing museum and theme park, bringing science to life in Bercy Village. The best way to encourage kids to pay interest to sciences by experiencing from the inside… And of our readers, this summer 2022, we have a Sortir à Paris special discount code at the end of the article! [Read more]
Summer holidays 2022: Museums and exhibitions for children
This summer 2022, I know you would like to relax and enjoy discoveries with your children to entertain them while educating them! There is nothing quite like showing them see, wild animals, and other exhibitions filling Paris. Sortiraparis walks you through the museums and animations likely to delight children and adults. [Read more]
See you tomorrow for more outing ideas!
