Blue Monday, considered the most depressing day of the year, will descend upon us like a gray cloud on Monday, January 19, 2025. However, in Paris, the magic persists, as the city offers a multitude of activities to dispel the fog of everyday life! We’ve put together a few ideas to help you chase away the blues.
Start the day gently with a crookie
© Maison Louvard
What could be more comforting than a crookie, the perfect combination of a crispy croissant and a melt-in-the-mouth chocolate cookie? A concentrated treat, ideal for starting the day! Head to our favorite spot, Maison Louvard, or one of our other favorite places to eat a crookie in Paris.
📍 Maison Louvard – 11 rue de Châteaudun, 75009 Paris
Get inspired at the museum
© Musée du Louvre – Chanel / © Musée Yves Saint Laurent Paris / © Dolce&Gabbana – Michael Adair
There’s nothing better than a trip to the museum to take your mind off things. In Paris, there’s no shortage of choice! Lose yourself in the vast galleries that house artistic treasures, from classical masterpieces to contemporary exhibitions. Art has the power to transcend negative emotions… To fill up on color and wonder, we highly recommend one of the fashion exhibitions currently on display in Paris, such as “Du Cœur à la Main: Dolce&Gabbana” at the Grand Palais.
📍 Grand Palais – 7 avenue Winston Churchill, 75008 Paris
Eat lots of cheese
The temperatures are dropping, the days are getting shorter, but our appetite continues to grow… No problem, Paris is full of comforting places to eat, where gourmet pleasures are unlimited and cheese flows freely!
Combine sport and pleasure with the Food Runners Club
© Food Runners Club Instagram
How about combating the gloom of Blue Monday by combining exercise and comfort food? To do so, we recommend trying the Food Runners Club: lace up your sneakers and get ready to run before enjoying pizza, fries, or cookies in a very friendly atmosphere. Several outings are organized during the week, as well as on weekends!
📍 The Food Runners Club – several locations in Paris
Share aromantic dinner in Montmartre
As evening approaches, there’s nothing better than ending this revitalizing day with a romantic dinner in Montmartre. The winding streets and panoramic views of the city create an enchanting atmosphere. Choose one of the picturesque restaurants to enjoy refined French cuisine while soaking up the bohemian atmosphere. One of our favorites is La Maison Rose, one of the best restaurants in the 18th arrondissement, with unparalleled culinary quality and ecological commitment.
📍La Maison Rose – 2, rue de l’Abreuvoir, 75018
End the evening on a high noteat the theater or cabaret
Paris is the birthplace of theater and cabaret, offering a vibrant nightlife. Opt for an evening at the theater to treat yourself to a captivating play or experience the excitement of Parisian cabaret with its dazzling shows. Laughter, emotion, and entertainment are guaranteed to brighten up your evening and end this Blue Monday in Paris on a high note! We particularly recommend the César Palace, which combines a gourmet dinner with a lively show.
📍Oh! César by César Palace – 23 Avenue du Maine, 75015 Paris