A place difficult to find. It looks like an abandoned place…read more It makes you feel you become an explorer! The garden has a rich and eventful history (French colonies..) well explained by the information signs. The best is to discover it by yourself. Our kids (8 & 6 years old) loved it,and we do too! (no restaurant, café, ou refreshments in the garden : bring your own stuff if you want to stay more than an hour)

From the owner: Le jardin d'agronomie tropicale est situé à l'extrémité nord-est du bois de Vincennes.Ce jardin de…read more4 hectares et demi, inauguré en 1907 par l'exposition coloniale, a été racheté par la Mairie de Paris en mai 2003. Ouvert au public depuis le mois d'avril, il abrite le Centre de Coopération Internationale en Recherche Agronomique pour le Développement (CIRAD).

This place has it all! It is the epitome of French and climbing culture all smashed into one!…read more Being a huge tourist, it was a little bit difficult to find, since, like all other climbing gyms on earth, it's in a industrial area with little to no signage. However, it was worth the trek from central Paris. Usually, I have three things on my mind - Food, coffee, and climbing. This place had all three!!! Speaking moderately bad French, the staff were exceedingly helpful to get me signed up for a day pass. They explained everything very well! I got a coffee and proceeded to try to pay before my climb, but it was more or less an honor system... very laissez-faire! Evidently you pay after climbing? Who knows?!?! I just asked to pay before I left. The bouldering was really really nice. The routes are on the moderate scale, and definitely doable! I liked the smaller nooks, were the peering eyes of the day crowd (all men somehow) could not see. Saying that though, they were all gentlemanly and made me feel welcome and not creepy! A plus for climbing ladies! I'm not sure if it's a French thing or if the space wasn't large enough, but instead of sitting on the floor, most of the guys sat in chairs and sofas aligned next to the routes, but off of the mats. I also loved the treadmills and the traversal walk they had upstairs. It seems like they re set often since they were re doing some routes as o was leaving. I hope to be back one day!!!

I come here at least once a week to boulder. If you come at the right time you can have plenty of…read moreroom to play around on new problems. They're constantly changing them which is good! Sometimes they run low on chalk but if you're that committed you probably bring your own bag. The food is pretty damn good and the beer is legit crafty! The vibe at this place is preferable to the Nation gym because it feels less competitive. The staff for the most part is friendly :) Climb on

From the owner: Quilles à la vanille Située sur le quai Polangis en bord de Marne, dans le quartier des…read moreguinguettes, le bowling de Joinville nous accueille sur ses 16 pistes synthétiques, dans une ambiance sympathique et bon enfant. Pour un moment ludique entre amis, en famille ou en amoureux, ce jeu est tout en convivialité. Strike, spares ou hors piste, on s'amuse toujours au bowling.

A lovely hidden gem on the east side of Paris! Parc Floral…read morede Paris is a charming spot where you can easily spend a full or half day. There are two restaurants on-site, but you're also welcome to bring your own picnic and relax in the gardens. The entrance fee is very reasonable--under 3 euros per person--and the park offers plenty of space to explore, unwind, or simply enjoy nature. It's an ideal escape for families, couples, or anyone looking for a peaceful break from the city.

This place was so pretty! Definitely pack a lunch and blanket! It's the perfect place for a picnic…read more It is also very huge, so bring good walking shoes!

Amazing zoo in the 12th, totally worth the longish transit ride. We live near one of the world's…read moregreatest zoos (San Diego Zoo), and we were totally satisfied with the Parc Zoologique de Paris. We didn't feel like it was in any way underwhelming or disappointing. On the contrary ,we were impressed with the very modern habitats, which seemed quite a bit roomier than most zoos, while not quite as spacious as the more open wild animal parks. Of course, as is the case with any zoo, you won't get to see every animal, as, you know, they're wild animals and can't be told to be in the window at all times. But as my wife pointed out, all the snakes can be found under their heat lamps! We will definitely be back next time we're in Paris.

Not a bad big city zoo. Admission is online with zoos of this caliber. Animals seem well cared…read morefor. Some unique animals not seen at every zoo (e.g., manatee). On the smaller side of larger city zoos. Not a destination zoo, but not bad if in area.