Paris, the City of Light, is known for its incredible cultural and artistic wealth. With 2024 just around the corner, the French capital is preparing to welcome a myriad of new and re-opened venues that promise to enrich its already flourishing cultural landscape. Against the exciting backdrop of the 2024 Olympic Games, the city is transforming, beautifying and preparing to open the doors of its renovated and innovative cultural treasures to visitors from all over the world.
Spring and summer 2024 will be key periods for Paris. The city will host not only world-class sporting events, but also a host of new living and cultural venues. Art lovers, gourmets and shoppers alike will find plenty to enjoy in this Parisian metamorphosis.
In the midst of this effervescence, several museums and cultural institutions are preparing to reopen their doors. These long-awaited reopenings promise to delight locals and visitors alike. Featuring new exhibits and renovations, these venues will offer an even deeper immersion in the history, art and culture for which Paris is famous.
But that's not all. The French capital is also seeing the emergence of new concepts. These, ranging from innovative restaurants to new leisure spaces, promise to breathe new life into the Parisian scene. These spaces, designed to offer visitors unique experiences, will enrich the city's dynamism and cultural diversity.
At the same time, the city's major retail chains and stores are also gearing up for a facelift. In the run-up to the Olympic Games, these commercial spaces are striving to offer tourists an even more memorable shopping experience, combining luxury, tradition and innovation.
Beyond the renovations and openings, Paris is preparing to offer a range of gourmet activities. The new restaurants and culinary concepts springing up around the city are an invitation to explore the flavors of the world, while immersing oneself in the elegance and refinement that are typically Parisian.
2024 in Paris is therefore the promise of a bustling city, combining tradition and innovation, history and modernity. Tourists from France and abroad will be able to discover or rediscover the capital in a new light, enriched by its renovations and new features, under the banner of hospitality and sharing. Stay tuned to find out more about the places that will mark this new Parisian era.
The Georges Vallerey swimming pool in Paris reopens
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]
Line 11 of the metro: inauguration of the extension "early June" 2024
Line 11 of the Paris metro will be extended eastwards to Rosny-sous-Bois. The 6 new stations, including the new terminus in Seine-Saint-Denis, should welcome their first passengers "early June" 2024. [Read more]
Tutankhamun, the 3000 m² Pharaonic immersive experience is extended in Paris
Tutankhamun, the Pharaonic immersive experience, unveils. We're off to experience a unique adventure, a playful escape game and a 3,000 m² exhibition in Paris, designed by the team behind the Ramses and Tutankhamun exhibitions at La Villette, until June 30, 2024. [Read more]
RER E extension: three new stations to open in spring 2024
Good news for RER E users! In spring 2024, the people of Ile-de-France will be able to discover three new stations to the west of Paris, at La Défense and Nanterre, the new terminus, before the final extension of the RER E to Mantes-la-Jolie announced for the end of 2026. We tell you all about it! [Read more]
Hakuba Paris, the new Japanese restaurant at Cheval Blanc has opened its doors
Cheval Blanc Paris opens its Japanese restaurant. Hakuba has taken the place of the long-established Limbar. On the first floor of the palace, you can now discover the creations of sushi master Takuya Watanabe, in association with chefs Arnaud Donckele and Maxime Frédéric. [Read more]
La Communale: the festive gourmet spot in Saint-Ouen, the largest food court in the Paris region
An extraordinary spot has arrived in Saint-Ouen! La Communale is a huge festive and gourmet hall dedicated to gastronomy and culture, the largest food court in the region, to be discovered without delay! [Read more]
Eklo Paris, the affordable eco-design hotel at Porte de Versailles
We're off to Porte de Versailles to discover the Eklo hotel, both economical and up to date. Freshly opened, this spot offers rooms ranging from singles to dormitories for 6. With its rooftop and Eiffel Tower view, it's a great place to stay, especially for Paris Expo visitors. [Read more]
Notre-Dame de Paris: date and schedule for the cathedral's reopening in 2024
After the fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, a date of 2024 was announced for the completion of work and the reopening of the monument to the public. Find out more about the announced date and ask for the program! [Read more]
Did you know? This Art Deco theater is the only one in Paris with blue decorations!
All Parisian theaters are dressed in red... except one! The Art Deco-style Théâtre Daunou, located next to the Opéra de Paris, is the only one in the capital to be decorated in blue. Find out why! [Read more]
Disneyland Paris: the Disneyland Hotel, a royal setting at the entrance to the park - our photos
New at Disneyland Paris! The Disneyland Hotel, the jewel in the resort's hotel crown, reopened its doors to visitors on January 25, 2024. The editorial team visited the hotel on the day of its reopening... We tell you all about it! [Read more]
The Adidas Arena: the new cultural and sports venue in Paris
Built as part of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Adidas Arena was officially inaugurated on February 11, 2024. We tell you more about this huge new cultural and sporting venue in the north of the capital. [Read more]
Les Lumières, the 5* hotel combining two historic buildings near the Château de Versailles
Hôtel Les Lumières, Groupe 2L Collection's future 5-star hotel, will open its doors a stone's throw from the Château de Versailles in June 2024. Combining heritage and contemporary luxury, the building, renovated by architect Didier Benderli, brings together two historic 17th-century hotels. With some thirty rooms, a spa and a Pierre Hermé tea room, the setting offers a true immersion in French art de vivre. [Read more]
Kiddy Smile sets Boom Boom Villette alight this February 8 at 9:30pm!
Boom Boom Villette, France's very first Food & Leisure destination, welcomes you on February 8 for an unmissable event! If we tell you that Kiddy Smile is going to set Boom Boom Villette alight tonight, and that it's free, what do you say? Apart from "okay, it's on me", we don't think so! Boom Boom Villette's theme is party, fun and music, and you can dance, drink, sing, have fun and vibrate to the rhythm of your emotions until 1 a.m.! [Read more]
Paris: a museum dedicated to fashion designer Pierre Cardin will open soon in the capital
Following the death of Pierre Cardin, the fashion house, now run by his grand-nephew Rodrigo Basilicati-Cardin, reinvents itself in the Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The renovated boutique retains the futuristic aesthetic emblematic of the label, and is now ready to house the furniture line and the Pierre Cardin Museum. [Read more]
Les Galeries Montparnasse, the new cultural, events and festive venue
Galeries Montparnasse is the new cultural spot in Paris, opening its doors in place of the former Galeries Lafayette. The 10,000 m² space has been transformed to host exhibitions, festive events and more. We tell you all about it... [Read more]
La Géode finally reopens its doors in Paris: everything you need to know about the cinema in the Parc de La Villette
La Géode reopens its doors in spring 2024, offering a unique cinematic experience in Paris with new IMAX screens. [Read more]
Grand Palais: partial opening in 2024 for fencing and Taekwondo events at the Paris Olympics
Renovation work on the Grand Palais began on Friday, March 12, 2021, and will last a minimum of three years. An "ephemeral Grand Palais" installed on the Champ-de-Mars is to replace it during the period, before scheduled delivery in 2025. The Nave and surrounding galleries will be open during the Paris 2024 Olympics, hosting the fencing and Taekwondo events. [Read more]
The Numerobis Tower, the new attraction at Parc Astérix 2024 and other new features to come
To mark the 35th anniversary of Parc Astérix in 2024, discover "La Tour de Numérobis", a spectacular 48-metre-high attraction in the Egypt zone, accessible from the start of the season. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympic Games: we visited the Athletes' Village construction site
In the run-up to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, we were able to visit the Athletes' Village construction site on the Saint-Ouen side, which is due to be completed by the start of the competition. Find out how the work is progressing, and when you'll be able to get there too! [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympics: how to attend the Olympic Games’ opening ceremony?
Paris Olympics opens in one year with an opening ceremony likely to be fabulous. How to attend this party then? [Read more]
Grand Paris Express: the extension of metro line 14 will be on time for the Olympics
Will the extension of metro line 14 be completed as expected for the 2024 Paris Olympics? “We are perfectly on time”, Société du Grand Paris (SGP) chairman Jean-François Monteils told AFP this past December 20, 2022. [Read more]
Paris 2024: Paralympic Games opening ceremony on Place de la Concorde
With the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games fast approaching, the venue for the Paralympic opening ceremony has just been announced. It will take place on the Place de la Concorde, right in the heart of the capital. [Read more]
RATP: extending line 14 is "the absolute priority" for the Paris 2024 Olympics
With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games fast approaching, the question of public transport to carry the millions of travelers arises, with the extension of Line 14 in particular becoming the "absolute priority". [Read more]
Musée du Louvre: Byzantium and Eastern Christianity department to open in 2024-2025
On February 1, Laurence Des Cars, current President of the Musée du Louvre, spoke to the Élysée Palace about the forthcoming opening of the Department of Byzantine and Oriental Christian Art, and in particular about the timetable for its completion. See you in 2024 or 2025 to discover the 1,200 pieces on display at the museum! [Read more]
Cité de la Gastronomie Paris-Rungis: scheduled to open in 2024
The Cité de la gastronomie Paris-Rungis is due to open in Val-de-Marne in 2024. Conceived as a cultural complex, the new venue's mission is to promote sustainable food and responsible gastronomy through a number of creative and convivial spaces. [Read more]
The most eagerly awaited exhibitions in Paris museums in 2024
What exhibitions await us in Paris in 2024? The capital's museums and monuments are already making us salivate as they unveil some of the highlights of the coming year. Follow our guide to the dates of the major exhibitions you won't want to miss. [Read more]
The most eagerly awaited shows in Paris in 2024
Let's kick off 2024 in style with a host of Parisian shows. From original creations to acclaimed comebacks, here's your guide. [Read more]
Must-see concerts in Paris 2024
2024 promises to be packed with concerts! From Taylor Swift to Joe Hisaishi, Olivia Rodrigo, Mika, Depeche Mode, SUM 41, Green Day, Judas Priest, the Jonas Brothers, as well as Mylène Farmer, Calogero, SCH, Dadju & Tayc, Toto, Royal Blood, Eric Clapton, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Véronique Sanson, Patrick Bruel, Michel Sardou... Discover the must-see concerts in Paris in 2024! [Read more]
Cinema: the 15 most eagerly awaited films in cinemas in 2024
The movies are coming to theaters for 2024! Once again this year, big blockbusters and films of all genres will be on screen. Here's the (non-exhaustive) list of must-see films for the new year. [Read more]
Paris 2024 Olympic Games: all the news and information about the Games
As Paris prepares to host the Olympic Games in 2024 from July 26 to August 11, we bring you a quick roundup of the essential news and info you need to know before the big event. From ticketing to the Olympic Village, from venues to history, find out what's on tap as we get closer. [Read more]
Amâlia, two Italian chefs at the helm of a fabulous gourmet restaurant
Italian chefs Cécilia Spurio and Eugenio Anfuso have opened Amâlia, a gourmet restaurant that hits the spot. One of our favorites of the year. [Read more]
Adami, fresh pasta and Italian small plates in Pigalle
Adami unveils a bevy of fresh pastas and Italian small plates to share with guests in Pigalle. [Read more]
Brion, Geoffrey Lengagne's seasonal market cuisine with bistronomic accents
Chef Geoffrey Lengagne goes it alone with the opening of his first bistronomic restaurant, Brion. A pretty bistronomic table for lunch, gastronomic for dinner. [Read more]
Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian address lives up to all its promises
This year's most eagerly-awaited address is undoubtedly Altro Frenchie, chef Greg Marchand's Italian restaurant. As expected, it delivers on all its promises. [Read more]
Micheline, the bistro in the old Sèvres station, is about to open
Micheline is the name of the new Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant that will take you out of your daily routine. The Bistrots Pas Parisiens have chosen the unusual setting of the former Pont de Sèvres railway station as the venue for their next feast. [Read more]
Public House, the magnificent English brasserie from British chef Calum Franklin
English chef Calum Franklin has set up shop in Paris at the grandiose Public House brasserie, a stone's throw from the Opéra. [Read more]
LAVA, Wilfried Romain's bistronomic restaurant, as exotic as it is enticing
Louis Vins gives way to LAVA, chef Wilfried Romain's bistronomic restaurant with influences from elsewhere. An eccentric and frankly enticing table. [Read more]
The Blossom Arms, Alexandre Chapier's English seafood pub
Chef Alexandre Chapier has opened The Blossom Arms, a British pub where English cuisine is meticulously prepared and Guinness flows freely. [Read more]
Mojju, chef Thibault Sombardier's Franco-Korean restaurant
Chef Thibault Sombardier has launched Mojju, a Korean restaurant with a French twist. [Read more]
Le Brouard, Simon Flaouter's affordable bistronomic restaurant in Val-de-Marne
Le Brouard is the name of Simon Flaouter's new restaurant in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés, Val-de-Marne. He has left his position as Executive Chef at Jacky Ribault's excellent Les Mérovingiens to launch his own business. And the good news is that you can enjoy an affordable, seasonal menu at €25, renewed daily. [Read more]
Jay's Pizza, authentic New York slice pizza
Authentic New York slice pizza is now available at Jay's Pizza, just a stone's throw from Strasbourg Saint-Denis! [Read more]
Kiss, sunny street food and XXL sandwiches with a Californian twist
Matthias Gloppe's second address after Echo, Kiss unveils a selection of XXL sandwiches with a Californian twist, as well as American breakfast specialities! [Read more]
Babille, a festive French brasserie on the Grands Boulevards
Canaille and festive, the French brasserie Babille awaits gourmets and party-goers on the Grands Boulevards to delight them in every way. [Read more]
OKA - FOGO, the fiery double-restaurant from Michelin-starred Brazilian chef Raphaël Rego
A change of direction and address (again!) for Brazilian chef Raphaël Rego's OKA restaurant. Relocated to the 17th arrondissement, it has become OKA - FOGO, a double venue combining gourmet cuisine and grilling. [Read more]
Le Procope unveils its tea room, where good coffee, pastries, ice creams and liqueurs go hand in hand.
Le Procope, the oldest café in Paris, is renewing itself and unveiling new spaces. In fact, the establishment is expanding and now offers a separate, elegantly decorated coffee lounge where you can relax from midday to midnight. Here, you can enjoy good coffee, gourmet pastries and generous ice creams, as well as savoury à la carte dishes, in a cosy atmosphere. [Read more]
Tata Yoyo in La Garenne Colombes: the gourmet address for Pas Parisiens, our photos
Tata Yoyo, what's under your big hat? Now you've got it, now we're going to find out what's on offer at the Bistrots Pas Parisiens restaurant in La Garenne Colombes. Opening February 7, 2024. [Read more]
Little Bambou: the new Thai gem near Trocadéro
Little Bambou is the name of the new Thai restaurant on the Trocadéro side of the 16th arrondissement. The little brother of Bambou Paris, this exotic new spot is sure to delight your taste buds. A real gem for lovers of Asian cuisine, combining taste and fresh produce. [Read more]
Halo, top chef Victor Blanchet's excellent restaurant hidden behind a concept store
Chef Victor Blanchet takes over Halo, a multi-faceted space that's part concept store, part bistro restaurant, part hidden cocktail bar, part private dining room. A unique address well worth the detour! [Read more]
Attabler, authentic Parisian bistro cuisine by the Gemellus team
Brothers Clément and Maxime Le Meur open a second address, Attabler, which honors true Parisian bistro cuisine. [Read more]
La Petite Expérience, the fermentation-focused restaurant on the quays of the Seine
A restaurant dedicated entirely to fermentation? That's what piqued our curiosity when La Petite Expérience opened. So, what's the verdict? [Read more]
Le Chalet des Iles, the green restaurant in the Bois de Boulogne, back soon
The Chalet des Iles is one of the most exotic restaurants in Paris. Situated on a small island in the middle of the Bois de Boulogne, you have to take a boat to get there. Completely renovated, it is set to reopen its doors in April 2024. [Read more]
L'Evadé, chef Rémi Poulain's bistronomic address in SoPi
Chef Rémi Poulain and fellow chef Anthony Rivière, already behind L'Escudella, open a new bistronomic address in SoPi: L'Evadé. [Read more]
Empreinte, French terroir cuisine by chef Jérôme Laurent
Chef Jérôme Laurent, supported by his brother Florian, opens Empreinte, his first restaurant in his own name. Here, he showcases the finest dishes from France's terroir, the work of artisans who love their products. [Read more]
La Datcha, chef Maksym Zorin's Ukrainian-influenced bistro restaurant
Having left the Ducasse galaxy, chef Maksym Zorin opens La Datcha, his first bistronomic restaurant with Ukrainian influences. [Read more]
Hanabi, The Social Food's Japanese restaurant in the Hana hotel
Shirley Garrier and Mathieu Zouhairi, aka The Social Food, are taking over the kitchens at Hanabi, the Japanese restaurant in the Hana hotel. Opening expected in January! [Read more]
Minore: the restaurant and cocktail bar designed by Katsuaki Okiyama and Hugo Combe
Japanese chef Katsuaki Okiyama and bartender Hugo Combe have joined forces to create Minore, soon to be opened in Paris's 9th arrondissement. Both a restaurant and a cocktail bar, this new gourmet address is likely to be the talk of the town in early 2024! [Read more]
Oscar, David Gallienne's restaurant at the Musée des impressionnismes in Giverny
Chef David Gallienne opens Oscar, his second restaurant in Giverny, this time in the heart of the Musée des impressionnismes. See you next spring! [Read more]
L'Envol, Thibaut Spiwack's restaurant high above the Philharmonie de Paris
Thibaut Spiwack and Sarah Ledu open L'Envol, their cozy little nest high above the Philharmonie de Paris. To be discovered at the end of January. [Read more]
Maurice Café, Moïse Sfez's sweet and sour coffee shop
A new year and a new address for Moïse Sfez, who is opening Maurice Café, a sweet and savory coffee shop in the Marais district, in February. [Read more]
Qasti Green, Alan Geaam's vegetarian Lebanese table
In January 2024, Michelin-starred chef Alan Geaam will open a new address (yet another!) dedicated to 100% plant-based Lebanese cuisine. [Read more]
Sienne, the bistronomic address of Michelin-starred chef Baptiste Renouard in Saint-Cloud
Michelin-starred chef Baptiste Renouard is preparing to open his second restaurant in Saint-Cloud, Sienne, due to open in mid-February 2024. [Read more]
Piccola Mia, festive Italian restaurant and disco cocktail bar on Place de la République
The latest addition to the Coco family, Piccola Mia will open its doors in January 2024, unveiling its Italian restaurant, cocktail bar and disco club. [Read more]
