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The Saut Hermès is a prestigious equestrian event that will take place from March 21 to 23, 2025, under the majestic glass roof of the Grand Palais in Paris.

Once again, this season, the Opera's productions are of very high quality. Remember to book your tickets well in advance of your break at the Chess Hotel.

The winter season is the perfect time to discover all the cultural, theatrical and musical programming in Paris.

A five-minute walk from The Chess Hotel, in the heart of Paris, the famous department store Galeries Lafayette has just opened its exceptional Wellness Galerie.

Situated just a few minutes from the Chess Hotel, the Fête des Tuileries (Tuileries Festival) invites you to rediscover the charm of the funfairs of yesteryear.

Today, your Chess Hotel team would like to shine the spotlight on a Parisian institution that is so well known that we often take it for granted; the Comédie Française. One of the few state theatres in France, the Comédie Française boasts a long history and remains a place where productions par excellence are presented. Enjoy an exceptional evening of theatre there!

Well known for its fabulous exhibitions such as the current one featuring the work of Toulouse-Lautrec, the Grand Palais reveals its playful side each year as Christmas approaches. For the fifth year in a row this amazing building has become the Grand Palais des Glaces, with a gigantic indoor ice rink. Don’t miss the fun during your stay at the Chess Hotel Paris.

The title of the event says it all! From May 3rd to 5th, the opera is made more accessible to a wider audience thanks to Tous à l'Opéra! (All at the Opera!). A few steps from your Chess Hotel, the Opera Garnier is waiting to reveal to you all the secrets of staging a performance. Don’t miss this opportunity.

What could be more romantic than a trip on the river in Paris? Cruise along the banks, passing the bridges and some of the capital's most beautiful monuments accompanied by the languid waves of the Seine while the sun shines or when the city is illuminated at night.

From May 21st to June 10th, the French Tennis Open will be in full swing as a host of international stars take to the famous red clay courts of the Roland Garros stadium. Tickets are now on sale and your room at the Chess Hotel Paris awaits.

As part of the 12th edition of European Open Days, Opera Garnier will open its doors to the public on May 5th and 6th. Enjoy a behind the scenes look at this magnificent building as the secrets of make-up, costume, and scenery are revealed step by step. And, it's close to the Chess Hotel Paris!

The 7th art returns to its summer quarters! Enjoy outdoor cinema in Paris and see or review some of the masterpieces of the cinematographer’s art. The Chess Hotel is delighted to suggest a few of these temporary cinemas under the stars. Thrills and chills, laughter and wonder guaranteed!

So, you think that Paris goes to sleep for part of the summer? It’s a common misconception and quite wrong. Even though some locals go off on holiday, Parisian evenings lose none of their brilliance. Enjoy a cocktail in a cool bar, catch some live rock music - you can satisfy all your desires in Paris in summer.  Here are the addresses of a few cocktail bars that are recommended by the Chess Hotel team. Trust us, they’re well worth a visit.

Explore some of the best rooftops in the capital for a change of perspective and the chance to see Paris from on high. You’ll enjoy a totally new view of the City of Light from rooftops that range from the most casual to the most elegant via the trendiest. Here is the Chess Hotel’s selection of the best rooftops in the city – our guide has all the addresses you need for a beautiful Parisian summer.

This March, Paris offers visitors a host of exceptional, not to be missed events. Discover the magical stories of today and meet your favourite authors at the Book Fair. Or, pay tribute to your inner child and celebrate the 25^th anniversary of Disneyland Paris with memorable parades and shows.

If the City of Light enchants visitors with its romantic ambience, the beauty of its monuments, its elegance and its trendy lifestyle, Paris is truly magical at the end of the year. Illuminations, Christmas markets, the relaxed festive atmosphere; the French capital invites you to celebrate the arrival of the New Year in the most wonderful way!

Why not plan a day and evening trip to the Palace of Versailles to discover the magical spectacle of light and sound while staying at The Chess Hotel? The Fountains of Versailles is an amazing attraction that will captivate both young and old children.