30 Must-Do Activities for Young Adults in Paris

Do you want to have a good time in Paris? Here is a list of things to do in Paris to diversify your outings and enrich your experiences!

First, here’s a map that locates all of the activities:

 

 

Museum and art

Art Building

59 rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris

59 Rivoli

This art building is located in the heart of Paris. You can’t miss it, its facade is always adorned with art. It is home to more than thirty artists!

We like:

  • Free (or donation)
  • Art changes regularly
  • Exchange with artists

Website (in French)

 

Korean Cultural Center

20 Rue La Boétie, 75008 Paris

This cultural center seeks to promote Korean culture in France. You will find exhibitions, concerts, shows, conferences and workshops, and screenings.

We like:

  • Unrecognized culture
  • Various activities

Website (in French or Corean)

 

Atelier des Lumières

38 Rue Saint-Maur, 75011 Paris

atelier des lumières

The Atelier des Lumières is a center for digital art. You are immersed in art projections on the walls, floor and ceiling, on a background of music related to the exhibition.

We like:

  • Beautiful
  • Immersive

Book your tickets

 

Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie

30 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

paris la villette
Source: Carl Campbell, Creative Commons 2.0

The City of Science and Industry is the largest science museum in Europe. It still offers a multitude of permanent and temporary exhibitions.

We like:

  • Futuristic architecture
  • Exhibitions variety

Book your tickets

 

Chocolate Museum

28 Bd de Bonne Nouvelle, 75010 Paris

 

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Une publication partagée par chocostoryparis (@chocostoryparis)

If you are passionate about chocolate, the Choco-Story Museum is a must! You will learn the history of chocolate, attend demos by chocolatiers and of course taste delicious chocolates.

We like:

  • Delicious visit
  • Interactive

Book your tickets

 

Japan Culture Center

101 bis Quai Jacques Chirac, 75015 Paris

This cultural center brings together a whole host of activities related to Japan: art exhibitions, theater, cinema and various workshops such as Japanese cooking classes.

We like:

  • Immersion in Japanese culture
  • Various activities
  • Beautiful place

Website (in French)

 

La Villette Outdoor Cinema

 

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Every summer, the Parc de la Villette becomes a huge open-air cinema. From mid-July to mid-August, watch all your favorite films!

We like:

  • Open-air cinema
  • Varied programming

Website

 

Le Champo

51 Rue des Écoles, 75005 Paris

 

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This cinema is in the Latin Quarter. It is known to have been the favorite meeting place of New Wave filmmakers.

We like:

  • History cinema
  • Independent cinema

Website

 

Le Trianon Theater

80 boulevard de Rochechouart, 75018 Paris

This theater has a varied program: classical or contemporary theater, music and dance, circus, comedy; in a Belle Époque architecture that contrasts with those of the boulevard.

We like:

  • Varied programming
  • Architecture

Website 

 

Philharmonie de Paris

Philharmonie de Paris

The Philharmonie de Paris is housed in a magnificent building. It offers concerts and shows, but also exhibitions and workshops around music.

We like:

  • Architecture
  • Music

Website

 

Pompidou Center

221 Avenue Jean Jaures, 75019 Paris

 Centre Pompidou

Located in the Marais district, you cannot miss it with its particular architecture. It brings together a collection of modern and contemporary artists and also houses a library and a cinema.

We like:

  • Architecture
  • Library
  • Movie theater

Book your tickets (website in French)

 

French Cinémathèque

51 Rue de Bercy, 75012 Paris

Cinémathèque

This place is an image museum as well as a cinema: it watches over the heritage of French cinema. There is also a library and a bookstore, as well as exhibitions.

We like:

  • National Cinematheque
  • Art and movies

Website

 

Great Mosque of Paris

2bis Pl. du Puits de l’Ermite, 75005 Paris

Great Mosque of Paris

This mosque is one of the largest in France. There are prayer rooms, an outdoor garden, a small library, a souvenir shop, as well as a cafe and restaurant.

We like:

  • Beautiful place

Website (in French)

 

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    Activities

    Aquaboulevard

    4 rue Louis Armand, 75015 Paris

    Aquaboulevard
    Source : Thomon / CC BY-SA

    Aquaboulevard is a water park in the heart of Paris. There is an indoor space as well as an outdoor space and a multitude of attractions (slides, jacuzzis, rope,…)!

    We like:

    • Fun for all ages
    • Indoor spaces in winter

    Book your tickets

     

    Tufting rug creation workshop

    5 rue Fustel de Coulanges, 75005 Paris

    tufting

    You will learn how to use a yarn gun to create a unique rug to decorate your home!

    We like:

    • Fun and creative
    • Unique decor for your home

    Book your activity (website in French)

     

    Laser game

    160 Rue Saint-Maur 75011 Paris

    laser game

    It is an ideal activity to do with friends. You face your opponents in two labyrinths, armed with a pistol.

    We like:

    • Thrills
    • Laughter

    Book your game (website in French)

     

    Ax throwing

    5 rue Stephenson 75018 Paris

    ax throwing

    The goal is simple: throw axes at a target (dart type). A throwing expert will explain how!

    We like:

    • Unique experience
    • Funny and dangerous

    Book your game (website in French)

     

    Cité du Figuier

    106 Rue Oberkampf, 75011 Paris

    This little place is not well known. It is a bucolic and green space, which will allow you to feel at peace during a walk.

    We like:

    • Greenery
    • Little haven of peace
    • Hidden

     

    Siga-siga

    2 Rue Edouard Robert, 75012 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par BNP Paribas (@bnpparibas)

    The principle of this shop is simple: it works without money. You come to give things you no longer need and you leave with what you do need.

    We like:

    • Barter concept

    Website

     

    Dizonord

    9 Rue André Messager, 75018 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par Dizonord (@dizonord.fr)

    This shop is a real temple of vinyl, you can buy, sell or repair your favorite vinyls. Art and goodies are also sold in the shop.

    We like:

    • Vinyls

    Instagram

     

    Small Leather Goods Workshop

    7 rue d’Alexandrie, 75002 Paris

    During this 2:30 workshop, you will learn how to create two small leather goods accessories with which you will leave and be able to use in your daily life.

    We like:

    • Unique creations
    • Create your own everyday accessories

    Book your class (website in French)

     

    Street Art Walk

    Belleville neighborhood

     

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    Une publication partagée par Daniel Modeste (@danmodeste)

    Stroll through the heart of Belleville and discover the street art that this district abounds in. It’s really worth the detour !

    We like:

    • Art walk

     

    Enfants Rouges Market

    39 Rue de Bretagne, 75003 Paris

    enfant rouges market

    This market is the oldest covered market in Paris. It is located in the Marais. I encourage you to do your shopping there or simply take a walk!

    We like:

    • Historic market

    Information (in French)

     

    Urban vegetable garden workshop on the roofs of the Opéra Bastille

    120 rue de Lyon, 75012 Paris

    Opéra de la Bastille

    This urban vegetable garden is located on the roofs of the Opéra de Bastille. Come and recharge your batteries by plunging your hands into the earth. You will leave with plants to grow at home and fresh produce from the vegetable garden.

    We like:

    • Nature in the city
    • Take care of nature

    Book your activity

     

    Phone case

    5 rue Fustel de Coulanges, 75005 Paris

    Phone case

    In this workshop, the facilitator will guide you to create the phone case of your dreams.

    We like:

    • Unique creation
    • Create your own everyday accessory

    Book your class (website in French)

     

    Bars and clubs

    Fréquence

    20 Rue Keller, 75011 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par Fréquence (@frequenceparis)

    This vinyl-decorated bar offers cocktails and tapas in a relaxed atmosphere.

    We like:

    • Decoration
    • Super good cocktails

    Instagram

     

    À la folie

    Parc de, 26 Av. Corentin Cariou, 75019 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par @marinepouledeau

    À la folie is a very large space bringing together art, music, green space, snack bar, restaurant, bar and club. It is dedicated to queer culture but is open to everyone!

    We like:

    • Queer culture
    • Great place
    • Green space

    Website (in French)

     

    La Station

    29 Avenue de la Prte d’Aubervilliers, 75018 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par Matthieu Turel (@toutoule)

    Located at the Gare des Mines (a former coal station), this place is an alternative club dedicated to artists on the fringes.

    We like:

    • Single programming
    • Historical place

    Website (in French)

     

    The Panic Room

    101 Rue Amelot, 75011 Paris

     

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    Une publication partagée par Panic Room (@panicroom.paris)

    The Panic Room is a cocktail bar, with a club in the basement where different DJs follow one another to make you dance!

    We like:

    • Bar turns into a nightclub
    • Decoration

    Website (in French)

     

    Rex-Club

    5 Boulevard Poissonnière, 75002 Paris

    One of the oldest clubs in Paris, the Rex Club takes its name from the fact that it is located in the basement of the Grand Rex.

    You can find techno and electro with French and international DJs.

    We like:

    • The genre of music both House and Techno
    • Reasonable prices
    • Sound system

    Website