The Louvre Museum, the Eiffel Tower, the Château de Versailles… Do you think you’ve covered everything you need to do in Paris with your family or friends? Not at all! The editors of Paris Secret have come up with the best ideas for group activities, outings and guided tours in Paris. Don’t thank us, just follow the guide!
Go for an immersive experience
Let’s start this selection with a must-see , if you don’t mind. What better way to get everyone on board than with an immersive experience? Bubble Planet has just landed in the Parc de la Villette for an immersive odyssey all bubbles and colors. The concept? A journey through fantastic candy-pink landscapes designed to awaken all the senses. A real slap in the face, we’d even recommend sharing the experience in a group.
Open the doors to the temple of illusion
Here again, you’re on the right track. With over 2 million visitors worldwide, the Paradox Museum is the temple of illusion. It’s an immersive, fun experience, ideal for challenging your teams or colleagues with challenges that shake up perceptions: gravity, virtual reality, optical illusions… Nothing is what it seems! And after this sensory whirlwind? A very real break awaits you in a sweet paradise to gently recharge your batteries.
Serial Killer exhibition at Galeries Montparnasse
Gather your geekiest friends and join a group to visit this surprising exhibition on the most famous serial killers in the history of True Crime. Head to Galeries Montparnasse, a new cultural playground, for a chilling immersion in the psyche of such dark brains as Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy. This tour dissects the serial killer phenomenon from a historical, educational and scientific perspective, analyzing the evolution of investigative techniques through over 1,000 original artifacts and reconstructed crime scenes.
📍Location: Les Galeries Montparnasse, 22 rue du départ (Paris 15), 75015
The Little Prince exhibition at the Atelier des Lumières
If you’re a fan of unusual exhibitions , we recommend the Atelier des Lumières. This gigantic space projects frescoes by some of the world’s greatest artists. The result? You literally want to dive into the works. Honestly, it’s a must-see in Paris! Right now, it’s The Little Prince that’s on the bill for your viewing pleasure, even if you know that you can only see with your heart…
📍Location: L’Atelier des Lumières, 38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris
Banksy Museum
It’s always more fun to visit a museum in a group! And the Banksy Museum is just the place for it! Right in the heart of Paris, 900 m² of frescoes, drawings and projections await you for an extraordinary result, worthy of the street artist. Indeed, the museum has succeeded in recreating Banksy‘s most emblematic works of art outside the (original) walls. With this visit, the world’s most anonymous street artist will no longer hold any secrets for you.
📍Location: 44 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, Paris 9
📍Location: Théâtre du Gymnase Marie-Bell, 38 Boulevard Bonne Nouvelle, 75010
Madagascar, a DreamWorks musical adventure at the Théâtre du Gymnase
This is the musical not to be missed! After a resounding success in 2024, the heroes of the Madagascar saga return in force to thrill the capital with a colorful musical show. Alex, Marty, Melman, Gloria… the whole gang will be at the Théâtre du Gymnase from October for an adventure as funny as it is fast-paced. If you missed out last year, there’s no excuse this time: tickets are already on sale, so go ahead and book!
📍 Venue: Théâtre du Gymnase Marie Bell, 38 Boulevard de Bonne Nouvelle, Paris 10
A ceramic workshop with friends
Painting on ceramics is the big trend of the moment. If you’re feeling like an artist, we recommend you try one of the capital’s café-ceramiques. You go there to paint, of course, but also to eat and/or have a drink! A super chill activity.
📍 Location: Paris
Dive into the fascinating history of the Vikings
Let’s board! Embark on a spectacular journey to the heart of the Viking era with Cité Immersive Viking. This immersive digital experience plunges you into a fascinating universe through three rooms with impressive sets, a sound, image and light show, and a Dream Room with 360° video projection. Whether you’re a history buff or just an adventurer for a day, this is a collective adventure you won’t want to miss!
📍Location: Westfield Carré Sénart, Allée du Préambule, Lieusaint, 77127
Parrot World animal park: an activity to try out as a group
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Gather round, borrow one or more cars and head for Crécy-la-Chapelle to discover Parrot World, a wildlife park in the colors of South America. Here you can see over 600 animals, including jaguars, flamingos, capybaras and giant otters. You can even feed or care for them with the Soigneur pour un jour activity. A fun and magical activity to enjoy with family and friends for a day.
📍Location: Route de Guérard, Crécy-la-Chapelle, 77580
A group escape game
Looking for a real experience? Then come and try out the best escape games in Paris. For one hour, you’ll have to find a way to escape before the time runs out. Each scenario plunges you into a different story, with different mechanisms each time. Enough to challenge you!
📍Location: Paris
A hike in the most beautiful spots of the IDF
There are hundreds and hundreds of magical itineraries in the four corners of the region. If you’re looking for a change of scenery and a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, here are the best walks around Paris.
📍Location: Paris Region
Have a drink in a speakeasy
Having a drink with friends is cool, but it’s even better when the setting is pleasant! Imagine having a drink in a laundromat, behind a Mexican restaurant or in a former brothel… You’ve got to admit, these hidden addresses are pretty original, don’t you think?
📍Location: Paris