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La Villette outdoor cinema; a heads-up for film buffs !

La Villette outdoor cinema; a heads-up for film buffs !

Summer has at last returned to Paris and, with it, the Cinema de Plein Air de la Villetteoutdoor movie festival. This much-loved Parisian summer event will enchant you from July 18th to August 19th, 2018. A month of free screenings featuring a carefully chosen cinematographic selection awaits you on the lush green lawn of La Villette. This year’s theme is ‘How about singing?’, so you can expect plenty of musicals, music biopics and movies in which music plays a larger than usual role !

Picnic and party in the Jardin des Tuileries

Picnic and party in the Jardin des Tuileries

Summer is on its way, and with the sunshine comes the desire to meet with family or friends for a picnic. Paris has plenty of places conducive to such precious moments, but perhaps none more fondly regarded than the Jardin des Tuileries. Renowned for its history and beauty, this exquisite public garden welcomes you to summer bliss. You will also enjoy the annual Tuileries Festival, held from June 23rd to August 26th.

Ice rinks and Christmas markets: the joys of winter in Paris

Ice rinks and Christmas markets: the joys of winter in Paris

Immerse yourself in the delights of winter, the Christmas season and the fun of festive shopping by treating yourself to a break in Paris! The capital is adorned with her winter plumage and offers attractions such as pop-up ice rinks and Christmas markets. Come and enjoy the atmosphere, whether solo, with your special one, with friends or family!
Summer Sales... and jazz festival!

Summer Sales... and jazz festival!

It's official! The summer sales will take place this year from June 28th to August 8th. The Universite Hotel have prepared all you need to know... That’s a whole, glorious six weeks in which to refurbish your wardrobe, refurnish your home, find the perfume of your dreams and replenish your bookshelves, all at bargain prices! But before you go on a shopping spree, why not visit Saint-Germain-des-Prés for the Jazz Festival, May 11th to 22nd?
Sportive spring in Paris

Sportive spring in Paris

The arrival of spring looks bright this year with no less than two major sporting events. The French Open tennis tournament at the Stade Roland Garros and the Ice Hockey World Championships are both held in Paris to the great delight of sports enthusiasts.

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