Montparnasse is one of the best parts of Paris for a cultural stay that does not need to feel rushed. For decades, artists, writers and sculptors lived and worked around its cafés, studios and quieter side streets. Today, the neighbourhood still rewards a slower pace: one museum in the morning, lunch nearby, a walk through… Read more »
On Friday 25 and Saturday 26 September 2026, Paris will welcome Pope Leo XIV as part of his first apostolic journey to France. From Notre-Dame Cathedral to the Champs-Élysées, several of the capital’s most iconic landmarks will provide the setting for this exceptional visit. The programme will include a public procession in the popemobile, a… Read more »
Céline Dion is making one of the most eagerly awaited comebacks of the year with a series of exceptional concerts at the Plenitude Arena, formerly Paris La Défense Arena. From 12 September to 17 October 2026, the Canadian singer will return to the stage in France for 16 performances. After several years away from live… Read more »
Autumn is a particularly good time to explore Paris as a family. The busiest summer weeks are over, the parks change colour and late October offers a good mix of outdoor walks and indoor cultural activities for days when the weather is less predictable. For families visiting during holidays, or simply planning an October or… Read more »
European Heritage Days return to Paris on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 September 2026. For one weekend, monuments, institutions and places usually closed to the public reveal a different side of the capital. For visitors staying near the Champs-Élysées, several notable sites can be reached on foot or within a short metro ride. Among the… Read more »
For a group business trip, choosing the right location can make the schedule considerably easier to manage. Located at 12 Rue Christophe-Colomb, Hôtel Helzear Étoile is a short walk from the Champs-Élysées, George V metro station and Place Charles-de-Gaulle. From here, guests can reach La Défense, Porte Maillot and meeting locations across western Paris without… Read more »
For a romantic getaway, the area around the Arc de Triomphe provides an ideal starting point for exploring western Paris. From the Arc de Triomphe to the banks of the Seine, its grand avenues, gardens and museums can be discovered through a series of walks that can be completed almost entirely on foot. The Champs-Élysées,… Read more »
On the Left Bank, Montparnasse still carries the scent of the Roaring Twenties, when painters, poets and lovers gathered on the terraces of its grand cafés. A century on, the district remains one of the most endearing in Paris for a getaway for two: legendary cafés, artists’ studios turned museums, and large gardens where time… Read more »