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As soon as the fine weather arrives, Paris goes into summer mode, reclaiming the parks and terraces and enjoying the open air life in general. 

Experience L’Arche Javel, the swimming pool-guinguette concept on the quays of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement.

Are you on holiday in Paris with your family? If so, there’s a family outing destination that you and your loved ones must not miss; the Jardin d'Acclimatation. About fifteen minutes from your Platine Hotel, in the oasis of greenery that is the Bois de Boulogne, the Jardin d'Acclimatation leisure park invites you to enjoy a day rich in interest, excitement and fun.

The Platine Hotel recommends a journey back in time to the court of Louis XIV, in the sumptuous setting of the Palace of Versailles. This former royal residence is only twenty minutes by RER rapid transit rail service from the heart of Paris and it’s easy to get there from your Platine Hotel. Enjoy a romantic experience at the Musical Fountains Show of Versailles.

The Fête de la Musique on June 21st launches the summer season of music festivals in Paris. Among these, the Festival Fnac Live holds a special place. Completely free and taking place in the open air, it mixes headliners and new talents, acoustic sessions and mega concerts. Do not miss the 9th edition during your stay at the Platine Hotel!

Created in 1994, the Paris Jazz Festival, known as the PJF by regulars, has quickly become a staple of the summer festival scene in Paris. The excellent line-ups, the relaxed atmosphere and the verdant setting of the Parc Floral largely account for the event’s popularity. When you stay at the Platine Hotel this summer, don’t miss the opportunity to check out one or more of the PJF soirées!

After nine months of work, the Jardin d'Acclimatation is ready to reveal its new features. Retaining the spirit of its 150 years in existence, the garden invites you to dream, wander, and explore as you enjoy fun-filled family outings.

Paris is known as the 'city of light' and, by night, it's even more festive. Platine Hotel is delighted to suggest a few of winter's best shows and cabarets: Moulin Rouge, Lido, Crazy Horse, Paradis Latin, la Nouvelle Seine – so many scintillating and joyful cabarets in legendary venues where the show is presented by the city's most fabulous night owls.

Although Paris is filled with unmissable places like the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower or Notre-Dame,  it’s possible to wander off the beaten track and discover other wonders – either in the city itself or just a few miles away. Here are two events that the Platine Hotel team has chosen especially for you.

As the beautiful weather arrives, Paris takes on a carefree air and seems filled with the joy of life. It’s the ideal time to discover some of the capital’s privileged places such as the Chalet des Iles in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne or to grab a bargain at the summer sales.

In early spring, the Foire du Trône is preparing to get its big wheel turning and its carousels and other sensational rides started.  For something a little quieter, Parc André Citroën invites you to enjoy its magnificent gardens and its large grassy lawns overlooking the Seine. It’s an excellent place to soak up the first rays of spring sunshine.

When spring arrives, so does the desire to go out, to move around, to have fun. Discover the Paris Fair, one of the capital’s most famous events, or relax in some of the city’s best guinguettes. Let the Platine Hotel tell you more ...

Looking for inspiration for your end-of-year celebrations? There are many places during your stay at the Platine Hotel that rival each other for inventiveness in Paris; you’ll find ‘clandestine bars’ as well as trendy places and their unique atmospheres assure you of a successful party.

If you’re spending the festive season in Paris with your children, there’s one address that you must add to your planner – the Beaugrenelle shopping centre and it’s very near your Platine Hotel. This year, Disney invites you to meet all its most famous characters in a truly magical setting.

Immerse yourself in the true spirit of Paris, a city of dance halls and dances, fun, games and endless conversations. Summer Canal is a fun, festive event that invites you to rediscover the true spirit of friendship and leisure.

You’re lucky to be visiting Paris as summer approaches. It’s during this period that some of the most exciting musical and cultural events enliven the French capital. Paris Jazz Festival is one of the finest and most exciting.