Bénédicte Vicent, auteur à Paris Secret

As a lifestyle journalist and food lover at heart, I love roaming the streets of our beloved capital to unearth "nugget" addresses. My passion? using my pen to bring people together. My mantra? no pain no tartine! Contact: benedicte.vicent@feverup.com

In September, the world’s oldest rose garden will be open for free for one weekend only, and it’s located just 40 minutes from Paris

As you know, the European Heritage Days will take place on September 19 and 20. This is a unique opportunity to discover well-preserved sites, some of which are little known to the general public. Such is...

Culture Things to do

Closed for six years, this sublime Art Deco theater near the Opéra Garnier is the only one in Paris decorated in blue, and its reopening is still a long time coming…

As you know, Paris is full of hidden gems, and the Théâtre Daunou is clearly one of them. This Art Deco gem has a rather rare feature: its entire interior is blue. Ajewel of the 1920s, it has been closed...

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Just a stone’s throw from the Palais-Royal, this tiny bar is the oldest in Paris—and it’s a true time machine.

If you’re one of those who couldn’t get away during summer vacation, we invite you to discover or rediscover our beloved City of Light. Paris is, as we know, ahistoric city that hides many treasures. Amon...

Things to do Wellness & nature

Throughout the month of August, free shuttles from Paris will take you to the shores of this stunning lake, surrounded by 350 hectares of nature

Vaires-Torcy Leisure Island Open since June 3, the Torcy Leisure Island is a true haven of peace. Tucked away in the heart of a 350-hectare estate, you’re going to love this place. With its crystal...

Things to do Wellness & nature

“This day will simply be unforgettable”: On August 12, a solar eclipse and a meteor shower will light up France in less than 24 hours

Let’s be clear: we won’t soon forget August 12. In fact, much of France is getting ready to witness one of the most beautiful astronomical phenomena: a solar eclipse. The last one took place nearly 30 yea...

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To celebrate the 10th anniversary of her August vlogs, Léna Situations is announcing a massive show at the Accor Arena… and tickets sold out in just a few minutes

That’s right—it’s been 10 years! For 10 years, Léna Situations has been sharing her life, her summer, and her adventures with her group of friends on video! Ten years of vlogs where her fans have laughed,...

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Next July, the Seine will host its very first river festival, featuring three days of performances and activities on the water

Next summer, you might just see the Seine in a whole new light. For the first time, a river festival— set to become an annual event— will take place on Paris’s iconic river. From Meudon to Rueil-Malmaison...

Things to do Wellness & nature

“3,000 liters of fuel oil spilled into the Seine”: these two Parisian swimming areas remain closed intermittently until further notice

A few days ago, 3,000 liters of fuel oil were illegally dumped into the Seine, endangering not only the ecosystem but also summer swimming... The result? The Maisons-Alfort swimming area had to close comp...

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These two metro lines are likely to be overcrowded until mid-August, and yet thousands of passengers will have to use them

As it does every summer, the RATP is upgrading its network by carrying out various renovation projects. Among the lines affected are Line 8, Line 12, and the RER A, B, and D lines. And unfortunately, the...

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“It’s just a statue”: Freshly restored by the City of Paris, the Dalida bust continues to divide opinion… Why has it been so controversial for over 20 years?

To some, it’s just a statue; to others, it’s a symbol of sexual assault. For 28 years, the statue of Dalida, located in Montmartre, has been a source of controversy. Recently restored by the City of Paris,...