Parisian Weekend Magic: Jazz, Museums, and Hidden Gems Under 18 Degrees

About this episode

Oly Bennet shares exciting weekend activities in Paris, including jazz festivals, museums, and hidden gems.

Welcome to Things to Do in Paris, listeners! I'm Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting, hilarious sports enthusiast who's traded baguettes for bizarre balls today. It's a crisp Saturday morning here, with sunny skies at around 18°C and a buzz from weekend crowds flocking to the Seine—perfect for some offbeat adventures in the City of Light. Kick off your day with these top picks happening right now: Dive into the quirky world at the Musée de la Magie in the Marais for illusions and enchanted artifacts that rival any wizard duel—pure family magic. Catch the free outdoor jazz fest at Place des Vosges, where sax solos swing from noon, blending culture and chill vibes. Families, head to Jardin d'Acclimatation for puppet shows and mini zip-lines amid blooming cherry trees. Music lovers, snag tickets to the indie rock concert at La Cigale tonight, pulsing with Parisian beats. And for nightlife kickstarters, the rooftop party at Terrass' Hotel ramps up at dusk with DJs spinning under the Eiffel Tower glow. Local buzz: RER lines are running smooth post-upgrade, per SNCF updates, but watch for Bastille crowds. New hotspot? Le Crabe Gourmand just opened near Canal Saint-Martin, slinging fresh…

People in this episode

Host: Oly Bennet

Topics covered

• Paris
• weekend activities
• jazz
• museums
• family fun
• nightlife

Keywords

• Paris
• weekend
• jazz
• museums
• family activities
• nightlife
• hidden gems

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: SNCF

Places: Paris, Seine, Musée de la Magie, Marais, Place des Vosges, Jardin d'Acclimatation, La Cigale, Terrass' Hotel, Eiffel Tower, Canal Saint-Martin

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