Seine Saint Denis - Vibrant sight of Paris

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Discover the exhibitions not to be missed in Paris in 2025. Cultural venues in the north-east of Paris are bursting at the seams with original exhibitions. The Philharmonie de Paris, La Villette, the Cité des Sciences and even undreamt-of places like the Basilique Saint-Denis offer major exhibitions all year round...
Théâtre équestre Zingaro © Apur - David Boureau

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Discover November's visits, exhibitions, outings, festivals and celebrations in Paris and Seine-Saint-Denis. November has two public holidays: November 1 and November 11. Take the opportunity to visit Paris and Seine-Saint-Denis!
Juliette Dubois, ciné-balade

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Haies sur une piste d'athlétisme

The Olympic Games run from July 26 to August 11, then the Paralympic Games August 28 to September 8. Olympic sites: the Olympic swimming pool CAO, Adidas Arena la Chapelle, Club France la Villette... It's high time to book your hotel room in Paris in July or August

Fresh Street Art Tour - Laurent

Book a guided tour, a Paris private tour, a stroll through an unusual Paris neighborhood or a cruise on the canals. We offer a wide range of family activities and free tours in Paris.


Welcome to Seine Saint Denis


A vibrant department located in the Île-de-France region of France. Nestled just northeast of Paris, Seine-Saint-Denis offers a diverse and culturally rich experience for visitors seeking an alternative perspective on the Parisian region. From its fascinating history to its famous arts scene of Paris, there's much to discover in this captivating Destination. 

Iconic sights
The Basilica of St Denis

Come and contemplate the first masterpiece of Gothic art and architecture. The St-Denis Basilica is also the burial place of France's royalty, like the Capetian dynasty

Paris St-Ouen Flea Market

Discover  the 100 year-old  antique market. Wander trough Europe's greatest antiques market. High-quality stands with many exquisite objects stretching for about a mile and a half of labyrinth alleys.

Stade de France

The Stade de France hosts large scale sport eventsshows, and concerts. Backstage tours are also organized all year long. Discover the architecture and stand in the footsteps of superstars.

The Air and Space museum

Enjoy one of the world's richest collections of flying machines that includes ConcordeGreat War and WW2 planes. Located in Le Bourget, the museum documents the history of aviation.

La Villette Park

The Parc de la Villette is the 3rd largest park in Paris. With 55 ha, it is bigger than the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. La Villette now houses events in its cultural venues such as the Philharmonie de Paris and Europe's largest science museum.

Shoah memorial and WW2

The Shoah Memorial is a significant institution and memorial dedicated to commemorating the Holocaust, particularly the Jewish victims, and educating the public about the atrocities of this dark period in history. Check out our list of commemorative sites of internment and deportation and Drancy internment camp guided visit.

Cruises beyond the Seine river

Hop on a cruise boat on the Canal de l’Ourcq, the Canal Saint Martin or the Canal Saint Denis to view Paris in a new light while admiring monuments such as the Stade de France, La Villette or the Grands Moulins in Pantin.

L'Été du Canal summer Festival

This summer discover the Parisian region while navigating the parisian waterways. Floating concerts, thematic cruises, shuttles for 1 or 2 euros, workshops, Paris Plagesoutdoor movie theater... your summer will be eventful.

Upcoming events

franco-arabic films Festival - november 2024Festival : Franco-Arabic films

 15th to 30th November 2024

Paris Horses Show 2024Paris horse show

6th to 8th December 2024

2026 European Aquatics Championships2026 European Aquatics Championships in Paris

From 26th July to 9th August 2026

Upcoming trade shows

Seine-Saint-Denis has two major exhibition centers: the Bourget exhibition center and the Villepinte exhibition center, where major trade shows are held. La Villette also hosts major trade fairs in the Grande Halle and the Paris Event CenterList of trade shows at Paris Nord Villepinte and Le Bourget (93).

Food professionals marketplace SIAL Paris

From 17th to 20rh October 2026

JEC World at Paris - 2025

From 4th March 2025 to 6th March 2025

Maison objet trade show in Villepinte

16th January to 20th January 2025

Milipol Paris, worldwide exhibition of internal state security

From18th November 2025 to 21st November 2025

Things to do in Paris during French vacations 

Are you staying in Paris during French vacations? Find things to do during school holidays concerts, theater plays, museums... there are plenty of things to do! Paris' weather can be moody but don't let it stop you! There are a lot of indoor activities to do in Paris when it rains and things to do to keep cool during heatwaves in Paris. Looking to make a day to day Paris program? Check our daily pages to find things to do in the capital including free outings

Unusual sights in Paris and its region

Paris and its region are full of history and culture but don't just stop at the sight pleasing monuments that everyone knows, go off the beaten track and find out more about Paris' heritage.

 

André citroen museumCitroen museum 

The Citroën museum is located in Aulnay-sous-Bois, near Paris. Enjoy a guided visit to learn more about this mythical French car brand! 

Greeters in the north-east of Paris

Who knows Paris and its hidden gems better than locals? If you are keen to see the parts of Paris that Parisian know and love and that are usually unknown to tourist get in touch with our greeters. Greeters are locals who want to share their love and knowledge about their neighborhoods, they'll tell you all you need to know about their beloved city. With the help of our greeters you'll see Paris in a new light and will learn to love it the way locals do.

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