6 fresh ideas for making the most of the outdoors in Paris

What if you decided to explore the streets of Paris in a 2CV by day, with rollerblades by night, and visit a street art gallery outside? Here are our suggestions for a unique and quirky way to explore Paris, all while making the most of the good weather!

>> Take the train to Paris

1. Paris by 2CV
2. Rollerskate Hike in Paris 
3. Port de Javel Guinguette
4. Electric boat trip
5. Open air cinema at La Villette
6. La Butte aux Cailles guided street art tour

Aboard a Citroën 2CV, (re)discover the capital in a totally new and quirky way. Your driver and private guide will tell you the most beautiful stories about the monuments and places you cannot miss during this charming ride. And good news, the 2CV is convertible: so be ready to take a break on the Champs-Elysées!

>> Surprise your other half with a romantic outing in Paris

Love to rollerblade? Head down to Montparnasse Tower on Friday evening. Paris Roller departs from here on a safe, supervised and authorised 2.5-hour excursion. Experience a true feeling of escape in the streets of the capital! For those who would be more comfortable on a bike, scooter, skateboard or Segway, as of March 2019, you, too, are able to join in. You just have to stay at the back of the group to ensure the safety of all participants.

Go for it, it’s free! And for those who prefer to rollerblade during the day, a public excursion takes place every Sunday at 2:30 pm, departing from Place de la Bastille. You have no excuse, it’s the perfect chance for a bit of light activity during the nice weather (and even in winter)!

This spot promises to be great this summer. Join in the friendly atmosphere and have a drink by the edge of the water, while the onsite food trucks offer samples from cuisines all over the world. And in the evening? A concert at sunset! Isn’t this just the perfect itinerary, far from the buzz of the city?

Discover the surroundings of Paris from the water, in permit-free electric boat!

Choose a route from the Bassin de la Villette, the Canal Saint-Martin or the Canal de l’Ourcq, and navigate your way aboard a permit-free electric boat. According to your preferences, whether as a couple or a group, several itineraries are on offer. Picnics and games can also be requested to enhance your experience. It’s a real moment of relaxation!

>> The most beautiful walks in Paris

Every year, from mid-July to mid-August, la Villette offers its free open-air film festival. Each year, the schedule combines old and recent films, and offers both independent and blockbuster showings centred around a theme.

Watch or rewatch films within a friendly atmosphere, and finish your summer evenings in perfection! Sit on the grass, or opt for the cosy option with a blanket (available to rent for €7). Bring your own pillow and get ready to enjoy this pleasant experience under the stars.

It’s take time to stroll through the streets of this area, in the heart of the 13^th arrondissement of Paris. On the walls and along the buildings, discover works of street art, sometimes colourful, sometimes black and white. Here, paintings, stencils, posters and graffiti are all considered equally amazing. It’s up to you to find the work that inspires you the most — it will be different for everyone!