Discover our selection of not-to-miss events and activities including culture, sport and gastronomy. Don't miss the latest trends, the opening of trendy places and all the latest news in the capital. During hot weather, do check out our special selections and ideas for days out that are perfect for enjoying Paris whilst staying cool.
Is it a heatwave or just a desire for a bit of cool air? Discover our guide to the best spots for cooling off in Paris: shady parks and gardens, lakes and ponds, ice cream parlours, evening outings, cool spots and summer events. Everything you need to make the most of summer in Paris, even when the temperatures soar.
In Paris, every week brings its share of new events and appointments not to be missed. Pop-up exhibitions, coveted restaurants, unusual experiences and cultural outings keep the capital buzzing day after day.
To make sure you don't miss out on anything that's happening in the city, check out our selection of 5 things to do in Paris this week, designed as a guide to help you explore Paris at the right time. An invitation to experience the capital in a different way, at the pace of its best ideas of the moment.
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In Paris and the Île-de-France region, the weekend is set to be hot and sunny – the perfect opportunity to opt for activities in the shade, trips to the water’s edge and immersive experiences away from the heat.
With the Paris Zoological Park’s Nocturnes, visitors can discover the zoo from a whole new perspective as night falls. In the cool of the evening, walks, activities and animal watching allow visitors to get up close to the animals in a calmer, more intimate atmosphere. A unique experience that invites you to explore the park’s different worlds in a new way, whilst enjoying a pleasant summer interlude in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes.
The high temperatures also make you want to take a dip. With new swimming areas in the Seine and other sites set up across the city, swimming in Paris this summer is one of the best ways to cool off and make the most of the weekend.
With The Little Prince: The Immersive Odyssey, young and old alike can treat themselves to a poetic interlude in an air-conditioned world inspired by the work of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. With monumental projections, spectacular sets and sensory experiences, this adventure invites you to escape the urban heat.
Finally, the exhibition Tutankhamun, His Tomb and His Treasures offers a fascinating immersion into ancient Egypt. Through reconstructions, iconic artefacts and spectacular set design, this indoor exhibition allows you to discover the secrets of the famous pharaoh whilst enjoying a cultural experience in the cool.
Petit Bain’s 15th anniversary is also setting the tone for this summer weekend. Moored on the banks of the Seine, the famous cultural venue is celebrating its anniversary with a festive programme combining concerts, DJ sets and entertainment. At the same time, supporters are gathering in the numerous fan zones set up across Paris to watch the France v Paraguay match on 4 July at 11.00 pm. With big-screen broadcasts, entertainment and a friendly atmosphere, these venues offer the chance to experience the event in the open air whilst enjoying the capital’s summer evenings. It’s a great way to keep the party going once the heat of the day has subsided.
A weekend all about coolness, escape and discovery, where you can alternate between swimming, breaks in the shade and immersive visits to make the most of Paris despite the summer heat.
