Every Friday night, it’s the same old question: what are we doing this weekend? Look no further: Paris Secret has you covered with the must-see highlights of the moment! Exhibitions, festivals, free events, great deals on bars and restaurants in the capital, tours, family outings… All you have to do is pick from this list of must-do activities. Who do we thank? Thank you, Paris Secret!
Travel to Japan without leaving Paris thanks to a massive, immersive exhibition spanning over 2,000 m² at La Villette. For a change of scenery this weekend in Paris, head to La Villette: a massive immersive exhibition spanning over 2,000 m² celebrates Japanese culture with recreated neighborhoods, XXL projections, Zen gardens, and a replica of a capsule hotel. The event is currently underway and runs through August 31, 2026.
This weekend, head to the Grand Rex for a cult classic screening! Fans of the Star Wars saga will be able to immerse themselves in the universe of The Mandalorian on the big screen, in one of the most beautiful movie theaters in the world. Kill two birds with one stone: the event also gives pride of place to Goku, the legendary hero of Dragon Ball. A healthy dose of pop culture on the program with a touch of nostalgia: THE perfect plan for geeks… A significant bonus: the spectacular setting of the Grand Rex, and a ticket at an unbeatable price!
Tap your feet at the Brunch Electronik at the Hippodrome de Vincennes
Among the must-see events this weekend in Paris, Brunch Electronik takes over the Hippodrome de Paris-Vincennes for two days of electronic music on June 13 and 14, 2026, with Solomun headlining on Saturday, June 13 (1:00 PM–11:00 PM) and Paul Kalkbrenner on Sunday. On-site: food trucks, a craft market, the Petit Brunch family area, and a zero-waste initiative.
Dine in style with the EATFILM film festival
What if your next foodie outing didn’t take place in a restaurant, but in a darkened theater? This weekend, Paris is hosting the very first editionof EatFilm, a festival that explores our relationship with food through documentary film. For four days, in the heart of the 18th arrondissement, screenings, tastings, meet-and-greets with chefs, panel discussions, and outdoor screenings will take place in a friendly and engaging atmosphere. On the program: films from around the world, stories of tradition, gastronomy, agriculture, and memory, as well as fascinating discussions on today’s food issues.
A 9,000-square-meter oasis just 35 minutes from Paris where you can cool off and relax. If you’re looking for the perfect activity for the weekend of May 30 and 31, head to Aqua Mundo: a 9,000-square-meter water park nestled within a 500-hectare estate, about 35 minutes from Paris. On-site, you can enjoy outdoor pools heated to 30°C, a spa and wellness area (hammam, sauna, jacuzzi), a wave pool, and seven water slides, some of which reach speeds of up to 30 km/h.
An impressive medieval fortress 45 minutes from Paris. For a weekend getaway outside the capital, headtothe heights of the Chevreuse Valley: the Château de la Madeleine is a medieval fortress offering beautiful panoramic views and home to the Regional Nature Park Visitor Center, less than an hour from Paris.
Paris, the City of Light, offers countless opportunities to celebrate life and friendship over a drink or a meal. Night owls and foodies can discover restaurants with splendid decor where they can feast with friends.
Discover the “Cathedral of Les Halles” in a whole new light thanks to LUMINISCENCE. Among this weekend’s must-see events, this immersive show transforms Saint-Eustache Church into a nighttime theater featuring 3D projections, video mapping, a live orchestra, and a choir. The monument, famous for its monumental organ and exceptional acoustics, serves as the setting for this hybrid experience blending concert and sound-and-light show. It’s the perfect opportunity to rediscover a gem of local heritage in a new light—only through May 22!
This 4,000-square-meter medieval garden has reopened in the heart of the Latin Quarter. For a peaceful getaway between weekend outings, head to the Cluny Museum garden: it spans 4,000 square meters and is accessible to all, featuring planting beds, relaxation areas, and a playground. The Hôtel de Cluny and the ancient thermal baths also offer a historic view from the garden. Perfect for a breath of fresh air and culture right in the heart of Paris!
Visit this château, just as beautiful as Versailles but less crowded
Life at a château is also in St-Germain-en-Laye! Just an hour from Paris, in the 78 department, this charming town is home to a sumptuous royal residence that rivals Versailles! With its Renaissance-style architecture, gardens in the pure classical French tradition and others in the English style, and views of the Seine Valley and the forest, this building is well worth the trip!
Chevreuse: nature, history, and easy walks, all less than an hour from Paris. Just 40 minutes from Paris, Chevreuse offers a charming village crossed by the Yvette River, hiking trails, and the Château de la Madeleine, which you can visit for free. Easily accessible via the RER B, it’s a great idea for a nature getaway to add to your plans for Friday, May 1, Saturday, May 2, or Sunday, May 3, for a half-day or a full day.
The oldest and largest aquarium in Paris. If you’re looking for an outing that’s accessible to everyone, head to the Aquarium de Paris. It’s a chance to discover the largest collection of jellyfish in Europe.
Paris needs new heroes, and it might just be you. With Miraculous Experience: Superhero Training, kids dive headfirst into the world of Ladybug and Cat Noir. Created by MOIR, this immersive adventure unfolds across seven interactive rooms where you jump, think, make decisions, and above all… have a blast. Guided by Tikki and Plagg, thesuperhero-in-training develop their essential powers: courage, creativity, composure… all while advancing through a life-size mission. But when the mysteriousMonochroma threatens to plunge Paris into darkness, the fun is over: it’s time for action, leading up to an epic finale on the rooftops of the capital.
Try the gourmet restaurant at the Château du Marechal de Saxe
Located in Yerres, this splendid, perfectly preserved 60-hectare estate is home to a gourmet restaurant that will leave you with unforgettable memories. Chef Thomas Decock offers elegant and refined cuisine, showcasing seasonal ingredients without ever compromising on indulgence. Here,blue lobster pairs with the freshness of mango, while the beef tenderloin is served with a delicious pan-seared foie gras. The menu changes with the seasons and celebrates true, authentic flavor, from the appetizer to the dessert. The portions are just right and well-balanced, and the chef’s technical skill shines through. A timeless experience to treat yourself to at least once in a lifetime!
Want to wow your little explorers? Head tothe Atelier des Lumières to discover Planète Préhistorique: Dinosaurs, the immersive exhibition that has already wowed more than 250,000 visitors…and is back through June 28, 2026. For 50 minutes, you’ll literally be transported 66 million years back in time, into the heart of jungles, volcanoes, and oceans teeming with giant creatures. Thanks to360° projection- , dinosaurs come to life all around you (yes, even the legendary 13-meter-long T-Rex), in a spectacular production by Culturespaces. Add to that the voice of Gérard Lanvin as your guide and an epic soundtrack by Hans Zimmer, and you get an experience that’s as educational as it is magical. Kids-friendly bonus: an interactive space where children can create their own dinosaurs and watch them come to life on the walls.
Enjoy an all-you-can-eat brunch in this stunning Second Empire setting
In the realm of all-you-can-eat brunch buffets, Paris Secret recommends one of the largest, most prestigious, and most indulgent. Just a stone’s throw from the Opéra Garnier, discover one of the capital’s most beautiful Sunday brunches, with sweet and savory buffets so abundant you won’t know where to start… Welcome to Café de la Paix.
This weekend, immerse yourself in the enchanting world of La Cité Immersive des Fables, a poetic experience that reimagines Jean de La Fontaine’s famous stories! Thanks to 3D projections, lighting effects, scents (yes!), and a soundtrack by Bon Entendeur, the animals from the fables come to life right before your eyes. Featuring an exceptional cast (Laurent Stocker of the Comédie-Française, Marie s’infiltre, Charles Berling, Alexandre Astier, Arielle Dombasle…), this 360° adventure transports you on a journey of humor and wonder. It’s the perfect way to refresh your memory!
26,000 tulips bloom in the spring in this remarkable garden just two hours from Paris. For a break from the hustle and bustle of Paris this weekend, head to Saint-Paul (Oise): André Van Beek’s private garden spans over one hectare and offers a colorful stroll featuring seven ponds, waterfalls, and a wide variety of flowers. Designated a “remarkable garden,” it features 26,000 tulips in the spring and attracts visitors seeking a break from the Parisian crowds.
Head to the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution, in the heart of the Jardin des Plantes, for a fascinating immersion in the diversity of life. With skip-the-line access, you can walk straight through this spectacular 19th-century hall, where skeletons, marine species, mammals, and dynamic displays of biodiversity come to life. You’ll go from one surprise to the next , exploring science and natural history, notably with the exhibition Felines. On your way out, don’t miss the car crushed by a meteorite!
A unique, magical garden that opens its doors only twice a month—book your visit now. For a timeless getaway this weekend, head to Le Moulin Jaune: a dreamlike garden created by artist Slava Polunin in Crécy-la-Chapelle, about an hour from Paris. A surreal and ephemeral place, it opens its doors only twice a month, featuring poetic installations along the water.
Want to have brunch without the usual avocado toast or eggs Benedict —which you can easily make at home? Want to dine for under 20 euros without leaving hungry? Head to Rodizio Porta da Selva for a true Brazilian feast. Here, the concept is simple: indulge and take your taste buds on a journey. On the menu: an all-you-can-eat hot and cold buffet accompanied by a ballet of churrasqueiros who move from table to table to carve huge skewers directly onto your plate. Feijoada, coconut chicken, meat skewers, or evenpineapple…it’s a carnival of flavors just like in Rio.
The Halle de Saint-Denis: a historic and lively covered market in the heart of the region. If you’re looking for a simple and authentic outing this weekend, head to the Halle de Saint-Denis. Built in 1893, it’s the largest covered market in Île-de-France: hundreds of stalls offer fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and specialties from around the world. Part industrial heritage, part bustling marketplace, the market is open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Immerse yourself in an extraordinary experience with“ : The Legend of the Titanic,” an immersive exhibition at the in Paris that transports you to the heart of the Belle Époque as if you were really there. Through life-size sets,360° projection , andevenvirtual reality , you’ll wander from the opulence of the ocean liner—inspired by Parisian salons and French luxury—to its tragic fate, exploring its decks, passengers, and moving history. A perfect outing to travel back in time without leaving Paris.
Discover this former prison, which now houses a magnificent, unique 2,600-square-meter library
Did you think you knew all of Paris’s secrets? What if we told you that the 10th arrondissement hides a former prison, now transformed into a magnificent municipal media library? Welcome to the Françoise Sagan Media Library, a former medieval leper colony that has seen a thousand lives before becoming a municipal library. Listed as a historic monument thanks to its remarkable façade, staircases, and galleries, it is the second-largest media library in Paris!
4,000 m², 500 street artists from 28 different countries, including big names like BANKSY, CHANOIR, INVADER, JR, JONONE, KAWS, MISS TIC, MR CHAT… In short, a lineup of spray-paint and stencil masters who answered the call of DIZE and SNAKE and have taken over a unique space in La Défense with tags, murals, installations, paintings, and digital works. Bonus: it’s designed for the whole family, and you have until June to visit this XXL exhibition!
Fancy a bucolic getaway just outside Paris? In Médan, wisteria transforms the streets into an idyllic green setting. In spring, Médan’s wisteria typically blooms between mid-April and early May, transforming the village streets into an idyllic green setting. Easily accessible by train from Villennes-sur-Seine, the outing combines nature and heritage, with Émile Zola’s house to explore on site.
A free park on the outskirts of Paris offering a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower. For a nature getaway just a stone’s throw from the capital this weekend, head to the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud: a vast, free princely park designed by André Le Nôtre. Here you’ll discover remarkable gardens, the 17th-century Grande Cascade hydraulique, and a belvedere offering a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower.
Head to iconic venues (such as the Maison de l’Océan or the Théâtre Odéon) or unique spots in the capital (such as the Musée Grévin or the INJA—Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles) to attend concerts by candlelight. Reviving classical composers or spotlighting contemporary talents—that’s the brilliant concept behind Candlelight. So, are you more into Chopin, Vivaldi, Charles Aznavour, or Bad Bunny?
📆 Date: multiple dates
Reserve a table at the oldest restaurant in Montmartre
Le Bon Bock is a Parisian institution, founded nearly 150 years ago. In this authentic setting, a favorite haunt of artists, you’ll enjoy hearty, expertly prepared traditional cuisine: duck with Suzette sauce and melt-in-your-mouth potatoes, Normandy-style rib of beef… A true delight!
🕒Hours: Wednesday through Sunday from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM – Saturday and Sunday from 12 PM to 11:30 PM (continuous service)
🎟️Average price: 45 euros
For an arty and inspiring weekend, be sure to include a visit to the Musée National Picasso-Paris in your itinerary. Housed in the sumptuous Hôtel Salé in the heart of the Marais, this museum offers one of the world’s richest collections dedicated to Pablo Picasso, with over 5,000 works to explore— from paintings and sculptures to drawings and personal archives that chronicle the artistic revolutions of the 20th-century master. Stroll through the light-filled galleries to understand how Picasso constantly reinvented his art, admire pieces he collected himself (from Cézanne to Matisse), and immerse yourself in his world, as daring as it is fascinating.
Have a coffee at the oldest café in Paris
Hidden in the heart of the bustling Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood lies one of the capital’s oldest treasures. Its name? The Procope. An establishment founded in 1686 by Francesco Procopio dei Coltelli, an Italian chef working in the City of Light. And very quickly in Paris, this café—now known as the oldest in the world —became the most sought-after spot for the artists, thinkers, and intellectuals of the time…
Why not use the weekend to reconnect with your inner child? Head to Disneyland® Paris, just a few minutes from the capital, for a magical getaway that never fails to impress. From meeting your favorite characters to riding iconic attractions like Star Wars Hyperspace Mountain, Crush’s Coaster, and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Peril, you’ll be completely immersed from morning to night. Easily accessible via the RER A from Paris, it’s clearly the perfect idea for a weekend getaway without leaving the Île-de-France region. And with a 1-day, 1-park ticket, you have 24 hours to experience a whirlwind of thrills, magic, and unforgettable memories.
Try the largest all-you-can-eat buffet in the Île-de-France region
Do you love to travel and eat? What if we offered you both? This huge 2,500-square-meter restaurant nestled in the 77 offers over 200 different all-you-can-eat dishes with a lunch menu for 19 euros. Italian, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Cameroonian… flavors that will take your taste buds on a journey.
🕦 Daily: 12 PM–3 PM and 7 PM–11 PM
💰Weekday lunch (€19) | Weekday dinner (€27.80) | Sunday dinner (€29) | Friday & Saturday dinner (€32)
Try this entirely plant-based Italian restaurant
With its huge glass roof, this 720-square-meter plant-filled restaurant is undoubtedly the most beautiful Italian restaurant in Paris! In fact, word has it that they serve thebest truffle pasta , as well as a classic tiramisu that rivals those served in Italy.
A bucolic and intimate retreat in the heart of the 13th arrondissement. For a peaceful outing this weekend in Paris, head to Rue Dieulafoy: nestled in the 13th arrondissement near Place d’Italie and Rue de Tolbiac, it offers a bucolic, residential atmosphere with low-rise houses and pastel-colored facades. Easily accessible from the Tolbiac or Maison Blanche metro stations, it’s a favorite among photographers and strollers seeking a more intimate side of Paris.
Try the artisanal burek, hand-stretched on the “magic table.” For a gourmet break that’s a refreshing change from the classics, head to Holy Burek Paris, which brings Balkan expertise to 66 Rue du Faubourg Poissonnière (10th arrondissement). The restaurant offers bureks made with hand-stretched filo dough, filled with spinach, veal, chicken, cheese, or potatoes.
By reserving a specific table upstairs, you’ll enjoy a direct view of the Eiffel Tower. For a gourmet outing this weekend in Paris, head to Brasserie Le Tourville: dating back to the 1860s and located in the 7th arrondissement, it has been taken over by a family-run management team that has revamped the menu, renovated the decor designed by Jacques Garcia, and improved the service to restore its reputation.
Follow in the footsteps of the Impressionists along the Seine and rediscover the landscapes that inspired their masterpieces. For a getaway in the countryside just thirty minutes from Paris, head to the Chemin des Impressionnistes, which runs along the Seine between Chatou and Bougival and connects the sites that inspired Monet, Renoir, and Sisley. Best explored on foot or by bike, this route combines nature, historic open-air cafés, and museums like the Maison Fournaise.
A bakery that blurs the lines: tiramisu shaped like a pâté en croûte and savory stuffed croissants. For a gourmet getaway this weekend in Paris, head to Di Giù Pasticceria in the 10th arrondissement, which reimagines the bakery with a Roman twist: pizza by the slice (~€6 per slice), savory pastries, and homemade Italian desserts like cannoli and maritozzo, as well as olive oil ice cream.
Unwind in a forest castle with whipped cream workshops, a relaxing spa, and a lavish gourmet brunch. For a change of pace from your usual Paris outings this weekend, head just under an hour from the capital: the InterContinental Chantilly Château Mont Royal offers a getaway in the heart of the forest with a whipped cream workshop led by the chef, a spa featuring an indoor pool and jacuzzi, and a restaurant showcasing seasonal dishes followed by a lavish brunch.