Unexpected Paris

Little-known districts, unusual activities, surprising places... discover Paris off the beaten track

Unexpected Paris

Charming street corners, unusual activities... the capital has many secrets for you to discover!
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10 unusual districts to explore in Paris

Paris has plenty of secret spots. Come and discover them!
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Unusual things to do in Paris

These unusual and offbeat activities will be sure to make your Paris stay a memorable one!

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10 unusual things to do in Paris with the kids

Unique and unusual things to do as a family

10 thrilling things to do in Paris!

Take a helicopter ride, water ski on the Seine, try sky diving ... Enjoy thrills and spills in Paris!

Where to play an escape game in Paris

Alone or in a group, solve the biggest puzzles in Paris Escape Games!

A ride in an original mode of transport

In a horse-drawn carriage, a little train or a hot-air balloon, discover Paris in an offbeat way!
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Unusual museums in Paris

Selection of cultural sites with original themes.

Unusual monuments

The atypical nature of some of Paris’s monuments makes them unusual tourist sites

Unusual events in Paris

Formula E, a fancy dress ball in vintage outfits … here are some unusual events in Paris

#ExploreParis

Book unusual tours online and discover the Greater Paris region, off the beaten track.

5 stop-offs en route to your holiday destination

Setting off on holiday? Break up your journey in one of Ile-de-France’s historical, natural and cultural sites
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20 unusual places to see in Paris

A hidden detail, a centuries-old treasure, a trompe-l’oeil decoration: Paris is full of unusual things to see.

12 sublime spots to take Instagram-worthy photos in Paris

Top spots in Paris to catch the attention of your Instagram community!
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Discover the famous ghosts of Paris

Could Paris be haunted? Over the centuries, France's capital has developed a dark side, where a few ghosts come to life and reign supreme
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The ‘Petite Ceinture’ circular railway: unusual and little-known Paris

With its green walks, restaurants, unusual spots, and railway heritage, the Petite Ceinture in Paris invites you to discover the French capital from an unusual angle