A romantic and unusual cruise from the Paris-Arsenal marina at Bastille to the Bassin de la Villette, passing through the Parc de la Villette.
Enjoy our first concert of the season in the prestigious salons of the Château de Santeny on Tuesday 16 October at 8.30pm. A selection of romantic pieces by Rossini, Massenet, Saint-Saëns and Debussy will be performed by a trio of violin, flute and harp. Free tour of the castle before the concert.
Discover the backstage of the famous Grand Slam tournament field Roland-Garros
We will welcome you into the heart of the 3.2 hectares we manage in the Bois de Vincennes, on the northern sector of the Paris Vincennes racecourse
An exclusive program of classical music concerts taking place in a prestigious gallery: the Château de Grosbois, at Boissy-Saint-Léger, in the Val-de-Marne (94), 40 minutes away from Paris. Look out: contributors will speak in french only!
Enjoy our first concert of the season in the prestigious salons of the Château de Santeny on Tuesday 16 October at 8.30pm. A selection of romantic pieces by Rossini, Massenet, Saint-Saëns and Debussy will be performed by a trio of violin, flute and harp. Free tour of the castle before the concert.
Discover an atypical architectural heritage along the Ourcq canal with Patrick Bezzolato, architect, historian and photographer.
An unusual new guided tour: cycle along the River Marne on a real Dutch bike. The Marne combines a rich cultural heritage with a beautiful natural environment – just on the outskirts of Paris.
Despite its rich history and significant impact, black culture is not well known in France. This unique and original tour shows you a different side to Paris.
In the early 18th century, over 500 carpenters and cabinet-makers thrived in this area. Meet one of the last remaining artisan woodworkers and visit his workshop.
Take a street art tour in the south of Paris and discover murals and graffiti painted by renowned international artists including Obey, Inti, C215, and Seth.
Let's go for a Segway ride around the Bois de Vincennes and its castle !
Let’s go on a bike tour through Paris’s best known neighbourhoods – and taste some delicious regional products too! During this Sunday morning ride, you’ll discover one of the famous Parisian markets and enjoy a taste of some typical French products including coffee and croissants, charcuterie (deli meats), and different cheeses.
Get on board for a romantic cruise starting from Paris Arsenal Marina to the Parc de la Villette to visit the Old Paris.
During this guided tour, you will be amazed by the rich architecture, the decoration and the different material used for the construction of the famous Opera Garnier.
Between the towers of La Défense district extends a genuine open air museum. Sixty works of art signed by great modern and contemporary artists come to animate the square.
Let’s dive for two hours into the history of the cinema around the Eiffel Tower, the star among the stars, and the district of Passy.
The Institue of Islam's cultures invites children (over 6 years old) to a playful workshop, symbol/paper, to learn to compose a painting while having fun.
A cruise on the Canal de l'Ourcq departing from the Bassin de la Villette, where Thomasine Zoler, a street art specialist, will tell you the fascinating story of the works and the artists. You'll learn how street art evolved in Paris, discover the varied techniques used by graffiti artists and understand the symbiotic relationship between the Canal de l'Ourcq and this ever-changing art form.
Enjoy our first concert of the season in the prestigious salons of the Château de Santeny on Tuesday 16 October at 8.30pm. A selection of romantic pieces by Rossini, Massenet, Saint-Saëns and Debussy will be performed by a trio of violin, flute and harp. Free tour of the castle before the concert.
Visit and discover Paris with Explore Paris: book your tickets for unusual and unexpensive guided walking tours with local guides to explore the alternative attractions and secret spots of the capital city. Enjoy a cruise on the Paris canals and rivers, an exotic food tour, a bike ride or simply gaze at the beauty of Paris’ heritage. Our tours are perfect to explore the cosmopolitan culture of Paris. The City of Lights is waiting for you! Best of all, some of these visits are free. Customized private tours can be organized to visit Paris with friends or family without strangers.
Here are some visit ideas to book on exploreparis.com : See the districts around the Parisian stations (Gare Montparnasse, Gare de Lyon, Gare de l’Est, Gare du Nord). Otherwise, you can discover the shooting places of famous films in Paris with Juliette Dubois. You can also admire graffs during guided visits on the steps of a Parisian street-artist. These few visits are only a couple of examples to realize all the activities and visits to do all year in and around Paris !
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Explore Paris from a different perspective, discover its different districts during your touristic stay thanks to our numerous visits: the Latin Quarter, Montmartre, the place de la Concorde and the Louvre, etc. Tourists can also explore the Greater Paris during guided visits: birdwatching in Vincennes, memorial of deportation Bobigny station, Paris Saint Ouen flea market tour...