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Go with the flow in Paris Region

Whether you’re a born-and-bred Parisian or just visiting the region, you may not be a born organiser. Perhaps you prefer to just follow your nose, or follow somebody else. If this is the case, read on!
  1. What to see and do
  2. Go with the flow

Switch off and enjoy our relaxing activities in Paris Region

With the Parisian pace of the daily grind, it does no harm to just let go and drift every now and again. For permanent residents or visitors who are just passing through, there are hundreds of ways to explore Paris Region region from a brand new angle. Picture yourself, drifting peacefully along the river Seine, visiting history-steeped places with a tour guide, or unwinding at one of our wellness havens. Just go with the flow and enjoy an enriching experience without the stress. Each activity is an invitation to simply relax and discover. It’s time to daydream and let other’s guide you to moments of wonder you’ll never forget.

Follow the guides of Paris Region

Join a guided tour to plunge into the history of the Paris Region and unveil its secrets. There are guided tours to spark the curiosity of art enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone who loves hearing confidential fun facts.

The Paris Region guides have a passion for their speciality, so let them take you visiting the iconic sights as well as the region’s most secret places. Wander through the little streets of Montmartre, listening to the stories of the artists who have shaped this legendary district. Or let yourself drift back through the ages on a visit to the region’s châteaux Palace of Versailles, Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte. Are you into street art? The Paris Region has plenty of that to show you. Learn all about the history of one of the capital’s iconic districts through the paintings that adorn its walls. In the company of a guide, you’ll walk around the hilltop neighbourhood of Butte-aux-Cailles, AKA the ‘street art village’ to learn more about this art movement and its key moments.

Guided tours are a great way to see Paris and the region from an alternative angle and find out more by simply listening to the guide’s enthusiastic commentary. You’ll hear details that very few people are aware of. Be it a walking tour, a sightseeing trip by bus, or a guided bike or segway tour, just go with the flow and make the most of this enriching experience.

Enjoy a soothing river cruise in Paris Region

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city to be lulled by the lapping of the water during a cruise on the Seine or on the other rivers and canals of the Paris Region. These cruises offer unique views of the region’s iconic sights and majestic bridges, not to mention all the goings-on along the banks.

Picture yourself, comfortably seated on the deck of a boat, a gentle breeze caressing your face, as you glide gently past the Seine quayside. In the daytime or at night, cruises offer an amazing spectacle. The city’s Christmas illuminations are mirrored in the water and you can admire one by one a succession of historic buildings as the din of the capital gradually fades.

In some cases, your cruise includes a gourmet dinner. An opportunity to feast your eyes as well as your tastebuds. Other cruises take you to see less famous but just as beautiful sites, along the Ourcq Canal or the Saint-Martin Canal. Last but not least, budding artists will enjoy the impressionist painters’ cruise.

Whether it’s romance you’re after, a chance to unwind or a hassle-free way to explore without having to comb through all the region guidebooks, a sightseeing cruise is an absolute must.

Amazing places for a little pampering in Paris Region

Check out the amazing facilities in Paris Region where you can enjoy the ultimate relaxation. Often nestled in dreamlike surroundings, our spa centres offer high-quality services and facilities for a pure sense of wellbeing.

Take a fragrant steam bath before wrapping up in a lovely soft bathrobe and going for a massage. The Paris Region spas are havens of peace where everything is designed to make you feel comfortable and relaxed, down to the last detail. At each of our spa centres, be it in a hotel, a palace or another outstanding site, you’ll find a wide range of features and treatments to meet your every desire.

Some of these remarkable places have more to offer than just spas facilities. Certain sites, like Les Bains du Marais for example, combine culture, gastronomy and wellbeing, delivering treatments in a setting that oozes with history. Take the time to recharge your batteries amid unique surroundings in Paris Region.

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