Inflation is a hottopic in France. The overall rise in prices in the country is leading to a drop in purchasing power and prompting us to tighten our belts. So, here we are, counting our pennies. If your outings budget is in danger of taking a hit, don't worry: the capital and the surrounding region are full of great ways to enjoy hotactivities without spending too much. Yes, you can treat yourself and save money at the same time, even in Paris!
We can already see you widening your eyes. After all, it's common knowledge that life is expensive in the capital. But there are plenty of free and affordable places to go out in the Paris region... you just have to know where to look. And that's just as well, because finding good deals is our specialty!
That's why we've come up with a list of all the free and inexpensive things to do in Paris and the Paris region at the moment. And guess what? This guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries, so you'll be able to consult it at any time to find the affordable outings that await you. You'll never run out of ideas again!
This week's top deals in Paris and Île-de-France, April 20–26, 2026.
A new week is opening up for you, bringing with it a whole range of things to do and discover in Paris and the Île-de-France region! Head here to find the wallet-friendly deals of the week from April 20 to 26, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France. [Read more]
Looking for great weekend deals in Paris on April 17–19, 2026? Don’t move — we’ve put together a curated list of free or budget-friendly outings to help you make the most of the capital and its surroundings, without breaking the bank. [Read more]
Looking for free family outings in Paris? We'll show you the spots, events and activities to discover in the capital, so you can enjoy Paris without spending a fortune! [Read more]
Colors Festival returns to Paris with the street-art exhibition Colors Ligth, spanning 700 m², featuring the photos
The Colors Festival returns to Paris after a three-year hiatus and sets up in the 15th arrondissement with Colors Light, a new immersive exhibition exploring blacklight and urban art, opening from April 16 to July 26, 2026. [Read more]
Sebastião Salgado takes center stage in a free photography exhibition at Paris City Hall
Paris City Hall pays tribute to photographer Sebastião Salgado with a major exhibition, which will be open to the public free of charge from February 21 to May 30, 2026. [Read more]
The Counterfeiting Museum is opening its doors on Sunday for a special, one-off tour.
On Sunday, April 26, World Intellectual Property Day. To mark the occasion, the Counterfeit Museum opens its doors to curious visitors. Admission is free in the afternoon—don’t miss this great deal! [Read more]
Beyond Our Horizons: From Tokyo to Paris, the free exhibition at Galerie du 19M extended
Beyond our Horizons lands in Paris: from January 29 to May 10, 2026, Galerie du 19M brings French artisans and Japanese creators onto the same thread. After delighting 75,000 visitors in Tokyo, the exhibition invites a journey where tradition and audacity intersect at every gesture. Embroidery, casts, feathers and metals become bridges between cultures and the arts and crafts. [Read more]
Eggxtraordinaire: a free, offbeat and foodie exhibition you won’t want to miss in the Marais
An exhibition unlike any other to discover during Easter time. From April 3 to May 3, 2026, at Galerie Joseph, pastry chefs, chocolatiers, and artists explore the egg and its symbols with the free exhibition Eggxtraordinaire. An offbeat event you simply have to see! [Read more]
Zipcy exhibits in Paris: "The Sweet Fortress" at the Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery.
The Goldshteyn-Saatort Gallery in Paris presents The Sweet Fortress, the South Korean artist Zipcy’s first solo show in France, running from April 24 to June 4, 2026. Blending hanji paper, natural pigments, and marouflage, the exhibition probes themes of intimacy, materiality, and human relationships, with a opening reception in the artist’s presence on April 23, 2026. [Read more]
Ghost at La Lison Gallery: our photos from the exhibition Before the Ashes
La Lison Gallery hosts from April 9 to May 16, 2026 "Avant les cendres," a solo exhibition by the artist Fantôme focused on black, line, textures, and abstraction, in a dialogue between visual arts and tattooing. Through layering, strokes, and dark matter, the artist reveals a pared-down universe. [Read more]
Free evening hours at the Bourse de Commerce: book your tickets for Saturday, May 2, 2026.
Want to visit the Bourse de Commerce’s collections? Take advantage of the free late opening, held on the first Saturday of each month, to discover this essential art venue in Paris. The next date to note in your calendar: Saturday, May 2, 2026. [Read more]
Africa Fashion Night at the Musée du Quai Branly in Paris, the program
As part of the Africa Fashion exhibition, the Quai Branly museum will host on Friday, April 24, 2026, a large, free-entry evening dedicated to the continent’s creativity. What’s on the program? Fashion, art and music. [Read more]
Living Together by Yann Arthus-Bertrand: an exhibition and photo studio at Place de la Concorde
This spring, Yann Arthus‑Bertrand invites you to discover the beauty and diversity of today’s France through a groundbreaking event called "Living Together." What’s on the program? A photo exhibition, a photo studio, not to mention encounters to be discovered on Place de la Concorde from April 11 to May 10, 2026. More details to come. [Read more]
Lafayette, bridging France and America: free exhibit on the Marquis at the National Archives
From April 1 to July 14, 2026, the National Archives will host a free exhibition dedicated to Marquis de Lafayette. Featuring rare documents, caricatures, and related artifacts, this exhibition traces the life of the "hero of two worlds" — a figure equally celebrated in the United States and debated within France, against the backdrop of revolutionary upheavals. [Read more]
100% EXPO 2026: the free festival celebrating contemporary art at La Villette
100% THE EXPO, a free and must-see art festival, will be taking over La Grande Halle de la Villette from April 8 to 26, 2026. Showcasing a diverse lineup of emerging young artists just out of school, this exhibition offers a unique glimpse into the future of art. Here’s what to expect. [Read more]
Van Gogh as Influencer: An Exhibition Celebrating the Artist’s Legacy at Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise
From April 18, 2026, to January 3, 2027, the Château d'Auvers-sur-Oise will host an exhibition dedicated to delving into the sources of inspiration and the lasting legacy of Vincent van Gogh's work, highlighting his enduring influence. [Read more]
Illumination : Korean digital art on view for free at Fondation Fiminco
The Fiminco Foundation and the Korean Cultural Center present "Illumination," a digital art exhibition free to visit from April 24 to June 21, 2026. [Read more]
ZEUS, the iconic metal horse from the Olympics, on display for free at the Museum of Arts and Crafts in Paris
Zeus, the mechanical horse from the Olympic Games that captured everyone's hearts, has now arrived at the Musée des Arts et Métiers in Paris. The towering steel colossus is open to the public free of charge from December 17, 2025, to January 10, 2027. [Read more]
Disney Village: the lineup of concerts and activities for April 2026
In April 2026, Disney Village at Disneyland Paris shines a spotlight on live concerts, free activities, and music nights, mainly on Friday and Saturday evenings. Here is the detailed schedule of events planned throughout the month. [Read more]
Kidology: Comedy Club, Cocktail Bar and Bistronomic Restaurant — Promo Code
Sponsored - Kidology is a Comedy Club, a bistronomic restaurant and a cocktail bar all under one roof! Welcome to this iconic venue in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés district, in the heart of Paris, where people come for the laughs as much as for a drink or a proper dinner. Enjoy 10% off with the promo code: SORTIRAPARIS [Read more]
Freestyle Villette: the House of Urban Cultures in the 19th arrondissement, upcoming programming
To celebrate urban cultures, the city of Paris is building a Maison des cultures urbaines in the heart of the Parc de La Villette. From October 4, 2025, you'll be able to discover urban dance, music, sports and street art. [Read more]
Jazz Café Montparnasse: the new landmark for jazz lovers!
Opened a few months ago, Jazz Café Montparnasse illuminates the rue du Commandant Mouchotte with its vermilion neon lights. Inside, jazz and good food await you.... [Read more]
Harvard's Celestial Voices: an exceptional concert at La Madeleine
Sponsored - Join us on Monday, April 20, 2026, from 4:00 PM, for a showcase of the esteemed Harvard choir in an exceptional concert held in the majestic setting of the Église de la Madeleine. [Read more]
Unusual: Out of the blue, the cinema bar that mixes natural wines and arthouse short films in Paris
In the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement, Out of the Blue combines a wine bar and cinema for the curious and cinephiles alike. With arthouse short films, natural wines, and a cozy lounge atmosphere, here you can sip, nibble, and immerse yourself in an experience that is unusual, creative, and convivial all at once. [Read more]
Royaumont Abbey now hosts shows all year round!
The Abbaye de Royaumont in Asnières-sur-Oise now offers shows and concerts every Sunday afternoon. The Festival de Royaumont has evolved into the Saison Royaumont, a truly multidisciplinary cultural experience in the heart of this historic site in the Val-d'Oise. [Read more]
An orchestra of their own: a captivating immersive tribute to forgotten female composers at La Seine Musicale
The Seine Musicale hosts a free immersive sound installation dedicated to overlooked women composers from January 22 to May 16, 2026. This immersive journey offers visitors a chance to rediscover these overlooked creators through a heartfelt, sensory experience. [Read more]
Random Comedy Club: stand-up comedy show Sunday evenings at the Chouchou hotel in Paris
Every Sunday evening, the Chouchou hotel invites you to its table for its traditional rendez-vous: the Random Comedy Club comedy show. In the guinguette, among the aperitif boards and cocktails, the new seeds of comedy and stars of laughter take turns on stage for a lively stand-up show, 100% made in France! [Read more]
Tip: Comédie-Française offers free Monday tickets to under-28s
Every Monday evening in Paris, the Comédie-Française offers a unique opportunity to young people under the age of 28: 95 free tickets are distributed for its performances in the prestigious Salle Richelieu. Tickets can be collected from the Petit Bureau, one hour before the start of the play. [Read more]
The Sebastopol Comedy Club: stand-up comedy in a Paris hotel
The Sebastopol Comedy Club is the unusual comedy stage that awaits you in the heart of the 123 Sebastopol hotel in Paris. Every weekend, in the heart of a hotel, you'll find a stand-up stage hosted by established artists. [Read more]
Tip: the Guimet Museum cinema is free for all
The Musée Guimet regularly organizes screenings and film cycles on Asian art in its auditorium. All screenings are free of charge. [Read more]
Espace Rambouillet: a forest and wildlife park to reconnect with nature
Sponsored - Nestled within 250 hectares of forest, explore a one-of-a-kind site in Île-de-France dedicated to European wildlife—animals that are currently found in France or once part of its fauna: red deer, fallow deer, roe deer, wolves... You’ll also discover its bird-of-prey center, home to more than 200 raptors with live flying demonstrations. Don’t miss the 1,500-square-meter of giant trampolines suspended among the trees, or the Forest Mission playground. An offering sure to delight families, nature lovers, and anyone looking to reconnect with what truly matters: the living world. [Read more]
Red Star: Paris’s Oldest Club Steals the Spotlight!
Sponsored - Red Star FC, a legendary club based in Saint-Ouen, stands as a symbol of accessible and passionate football at the historic Bauer Stadium, which is currently undergoing renovation. This season in Ligue 2 has been particularly noteworthy for the club. [Read more]
Hanami at Parc de Sceaux 2026, the program and free-access activities - photos and video
Hanami, the famed cherry blossom festival, returns this season to the Domaine de Sceaux in the Hauts-de-Seine, from April 4 to 19, 2026. This year, note that you must reserve to access the lawns. That won’t stop you from admiring the blossoms along the avenues and from the viewing platform that overlooks the trees. We unveil the program available throughout the estate. [Read more]
Montereau Fair 2026 is free, the Saint-Parfait Fair celebrates Canada in Seine-et-Marne
The Saint-Parfait Fair kicks off again at the Parc des Noues in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, Seine-et-Marne, for its 185th edition. With over 200 exhibitors, a host of activities, and Canadian cuisine on the menu, the event runs from April 17 to 20, 2026. [Read more]
Pokémon store in Paris, discover the first permanent store dedicated to Pokémon in pictures
A new immersive Pokémon corner opens in Paris? We're off to discover the new 80 m² permanent space, dedicated to the world of the famous creatures, in the Le Coin des Barons store, located on rue de Rivoli in the 1st arrondissement. As of March 28, 2025, this unique corner awaits collectors and enthusiasts alike. [Read more]
Thousands of tulips at the Château de Dampierre in Yvelines, captured in photos and video! Events planned.
In the Yvelines, the Domaine de Dampierre opens its Printanières from late March to early May 2026. Thousands of tulips, a Tulip Day, and a Plant Festival are on the agenda for spring 2026—the full story, plus the photos and video from our on-site visit, are revealed to you. [Read more]
Dior Paris 30 Montaigne, boutique - museum, café and restaurant
The legendary Dior address at 30 Avenue Montaigne reopens its doors and reveals its new face. Renovated and redesigned, this new address should appeal to fashion addicts as well as gourmets in search of a gourmet café or refined restaurant. [Read more]
Tulips and poppies, extraordinary blooms for the 400th anniversary of the Jardin des Plantes
To mark its 400th anniversary in 2026, the Jardin des Plantes is unveiling two waves of extraordinary blooms along its Grand Perspective, pairing tulips, anemones, and poppies from spring into summer. Already in bloom, the parterres are stunning right now and deserve a quick visit. [Read more]
Free gardening workshops at Jardin 21: everything you need to know about germination and sowing…
To mark its reopening with the arrival of sunny days, Jardin 21 is offering gardening workshops for everyone. [Read more]
What to do in Barbizon, the famous village between art and nature?
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]
The 2026 Grand Spring Festival at Galerie du 19M: free workshops, Japanese market, and an exhibition
Chanel’s fashion workshop marks spring with a lineup of free workshops and events at Galerie du 19M and Parcelle, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Expect embroidery, engraving, a Japanese market and bentos. [Read more]
When fashion goes solidarity: Participate in the French Red Cross Paris 2026 Solidarity Fashion Show
Sponsored - Open to everyone: the local units of Paris 3/10, 4, 9, 13, 17 and 18 of the French Red Cross are organizing a solidarity fashion show on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the Halle des Blancs Manteaux (4th arrondissement, Paris). [Read more]
Spring of Equestrian Sports 2026: Competitions, Free Activities, and Horses in Fontainebleau
Come join a grand celebration of equestrian sports in Fontainebleau from April 16 to 26, 2026! Expect exhilarating showjumping, fun activities for the whole family, and the best part—you can enjoy it all free of charge! [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]
Discover Chevreuse: the Little Venice of the Yvelines and its lovely Petits Ponts walk
Just 40 minutes from Paris, Chevreuse, nicknamed the Little Venice of the Yvelines, offers a splendid stroll across its small bridges. This verdant setting, accessible by RER train, offers an unsuspectedly charming escape. We invite you to embark on a nature adventure between canals and picturesque paths! [Read more]
La Coulée Verte de Paris, the unusual and hidden walk from Bastille to Vincennes
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]
Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette
Sponsored - In April, Jardin21, the lively, greenery-filled community hub perched along the Canal de l’Ourcq in the 19th arrondissement, reopens its doors with a rich and varied lineup. Take the opportunity to kick off spring: community-led initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, festive evenings, a yoga session… Everything you need to escape without leaving Paris! Free admission. [Read more]
This week's top deals in Paris and Île-de-France, April 20–26, 2026.
The weekend’s best bets in Paris and Île-de-France, April 17–19, 2026
What to do with children: free family outings in Paris
