Urbansider Paris

02/02/2026

Don't miss out on all the cool things happening in Paris this February! 🇫🇷

Here are a few highlights:
🛍️ Final days of winter sales (End tomorrow, Feb 3!)
🐉 Lunar New Year parades
🍷 (Feb 9-11)
💕 Valentine's Day romance
🎨 Art installation (ends Feb 22)
🖼️ "All About Love" (through April 5)
🧀 (Feb 21-Mar 1)

Check out our full guide 👉 https://www.urbansider.com/what-to-do-in-paris-february/

25/10/2025

In the very center of Paris, Châtelet – Les Halles is where it all comes together — metro lines, the RER, shopping, cafés, culture, and a bustling busy city energy that never really stops.

It’s a mix of old and new Paris, always buzzing but full of little spots to slow down and enjoy.

Discover our favorite places to eat, shop, and explore in the area: https://www.urbansider.com/neighborhoods/chatelet-les-halles/

22/10/2025

Looking for a great spot for live music in Paris? 🎷

Le Bal Blomet is a historic jazz club in the 15th Arrondissement that’s been bringing the city to life since the 1920s. With its warm atmosphere, intimate stage, and mix of jazz, world, and contemporary performances, it’s the perfect place to experience Paris’s artistic side.

Read our full review to start planning your next night out in Paris: https://www.urbansider.com/entertainment/bal-blomet/

18/10/2025

We’re back with a new Paris restaurant recommendation! 🌟

Say 'bonjour' 👋 to Restaurant Pilgrim, a Michelin-starred spot in the 15th Arrondissement serves up modern French cuisine with a creative, minimalist touch. Elegant, thoughtful, and full of flavor, this restaurant is refined, inspired, and the kind of meal you’ll be thinking about long after the last bite. 🍽️

18/09/2025

🚨 Paris Strikes September 18, 2025 🚨
France’s "Bloquons tout" (Block Everything) movement is set to cause major disruptions in Paris today. Expect limited public transportation service, traffic blockades, and large protest marches across the city.
👉 Here’s what’s happening and what’s affected + tips to get around and avoid any chaos: https://www.urbansider.com/strikes-in-paris-sept-18-2025/

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Nationwide strikes in France on September 18 will disrupt metro, trains, flights, and more. Learn how to plan ahead and stay informed if you're in Paris.

14/07/2025

Joyeux 14 juillet! 🇫🇷 Happy Bastille Day to all! How are you celebrating?

Wondering what to do in Paris for Bastille Day, or as the locals call it, le quatorze juillet? Here's how to celebrate Parisian style »

10/07/2025

🐟🦐 Seafood lovers, this one's for you!La Cagouille near Montparnasse is honestly the kind of spot we locals want to keep secret — super fresh fish, reasonable prices, no over-the-top plating, and just really good food done right. Plus the terrace is an absolute dream on a sunny day. ☀️🍷

Click the 🔗 in comments for our full review and be sure to save this post so you don't forget!

02/07/2025

🎉 This July in Paris is jam-packed with art exhibitions, charm, and can’t-miss events! ☀️

Here’s what’s on in the City of Light this month:

🇫🇷 Bastille Day (July 14) – Military parades, fireman’s balls, and Eiffel Tower fireworks
🚴 Tour de France – Cyclists race through France, ending with a dramatic finish on the Champs-Elysées
🎬 French Films with English Subtitles – Summer cinema camp from Lost in Frenchlation
🖼 David Hockney at Fondation Louis Vuitton – A colorful, career-spanning exhibition across 11 galleries
🎶Sound & serenity at Bourse de Commerce - Pinault Collection – Porcelain bowls sing in Céleste Boursier-Mougenot’s immersive installation
🎻 Open-air concerts – From jazz and kids concerts in the Parc Floral to classical in a secret Montmartre spot avec Les Arènes Lyriques

What will you be doing? Let us know below 👇 and tap the first comment for our full guide to July’s top events and exhibitions!

24/06/2025

PSA: Air conditioning does exist in Paris — you just have to know where to look! 😅 We’ve rounded up cool cafés, breezy boutiques, and more chill spots to escape the heat.

💨 Check the full list here 👇 https://www.urbansider.com/perk/air-conditioning/

The City of Light can get seriously hot in summer. To beat the heat, head to one of these places in Paris that have air conditioning »

10/06/2025

Summer scenes of local life in Paris. 💕 Have you ever played pétanque before?

05/05/2025

🌸 Paris is Perfect in May 🇫🇷
Sunshine, festivals, and flowers — there’s no better time to visit!🌞🌷
✨ Discover the best things to do in Paris this month:
urbansider.com/paris-in-may

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Whether you'll be in Paris this month or are just planning your trip, here's a roundup of what's happening in Paris May 2025 »

27/04/2025

Who wouldn't want to stay in a Parisian palace? ✨

Le Meurice hotel isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a place to dream. With chandeliers overhead, views of the Tuileries, and a history filled with artists, royals, and romantics, this five-star gem is one of the most iconic addresses in the city.

Expect Michelin-starred dining, timeless interiors, and that quiet kind of luxury Paris does best.

👇 Find our full review — and a link to reserve your room — in the first comment!

(Photos and review by Helen Panayi Andreou, merci beaucoup)

Le Meurice