Paris is a city known for its iconic landmarks, romantic atmosphere, and rich history. While many visitors flock to see the Eiffel Tower or explore the Louvre, there’s much more to see than the typical tourist spots. If you’re looking to experience something fresh and original during your visit, Paris offers a wealth of unique activities that go beyond the usual attractions. From hidden gems tucked away in quiet neighborhoods to modern experiences that reflect the city’s innovative side, there’s no shortage of ways to make your trip to Paris truly special. Whether you’re an adventurous traveler seeking out-of-the-box ideas or simply want to add a unique twist to your visit, the city has something for everyone. You can discover lesser-known parts of Paris, engage in creative workshops, or dive into cultural experiences that most tourists might miss.
Escape Rooms
The first thing on our list of original and unique things to do in Paris in 2024 is to do an escape room. While these may be popular around the world, the themes that you can find in these escape rooms are unique to Paris.
Whether you want to become a spy in the revolutionary French TV show, Le Bureau des Légendes, or even become a superhero in a Batman Escape Room, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
The objective of an escape room is to work as a team to solve puzzles, find clues and complete tasks within a set time limit in order to “escape” from a themed room or scenario. The challenges are designed to test problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity.
Perfume Creation Workshop
Moving on down our list, another unique activity you can do in Paris is to attend a perfume creation workshop. This workshop is a great way to create your own personalized fragrance based on notes and scents that you enjoy the most.
At the end of the class, you can take home your own 50ml bottle of your creation.
This is a 2 hours workshop where you can spend your time invigorating your senses and crafting your own unique scent to take home with you. It is truly a unique experience and one you do not want to miss out on.
Macaron Class
Another great activity to do while in Paris is to attend a Macaron class. Macarons are a popular bite-sized, delicate cookie-like pastry that has been mastered in France. They are typically made from almond flour, along with sugar and egg whites. Typically, you will find them filled with a sweet filling such as buttercream, ganache, or even jam, sandwiched between two cookies.
If this is something that sounds interesting to you, you might just have a blast making them yourself too. You can find a macaron-making class located at Galeries Lafayette. The class is roughly 1.5 hours long and is instructed in both English and French.
Cheese and Wine Tour
If you are a wine lover, Paris is definitely the place to be. France is home to some of the best wine and vineyards in the entire world and you simply cant leave without having a taste.
A great way to experience some of the best wines around is to go on a wine and cheese tour. Cheese and wine are an impeccable combination.
The Montmarte Cheese, Wine, and Pastry guided walking tour is a lovely way to taste your way through the city. This tour is roughly 3 hours long and is guided in English.
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