Before the gates open
Friday 16 JulyMusic runs from the afternoon. Mornings are free: get out on the water or into town.
- Easy outingMusée d'Orsay guided tour
- FreeFirst Sunday free entry at many museums in winter.
Lollapalooza Paris 2027: things to do nearby between sets
16 to 18 July 2027 · ExpectedParis, France
At Lollapalooza Paris the music runs from the afternoon, so mornings and the day after are free. This guide covers the town around the site: boat trips, a real meal, a shower and a day out from Paris.
Airport to Hippodrome de Longchamp
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is linked to central Paris by RER B (35 minutes to Gare du Nord) and taxis at a flat 56 to 65 euros. Orly (ORY) has metro line 14 to Châtelet in 25 minutes and flat taxi fares of 36 to 44 euros.
Shuttles from Porte Maillot.
Public transport directions to Hippodrome de Longchamp
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | République, Canal Saint-Martin and Belleville | Cheaper rooms, good bars and many metro lines. |
| Mid-range | Le Marais and Saint-Germain | Walk to the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the islands. |
| Splurge | 8th arrondissement and the Golden Triangle | Palace hotels near the Champs-Élysées. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Generator Paris
- Mid-range: Hôtel des Grands Boulevards
- Splurge: Le Bristol Paris
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual festival weekend schedule for 16 to 18 July 2027. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
A day off-site
Saturday 17 JulySkip the early acts and take a day trip. Be back for the headliners.
- Half-dayBike tour of Paris
- EatDu Pain et des Idées
Campers: shower, food and a break
Day passes for pools and spas, and a real meal in town.
- Rain or heat backupLouvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry
- EatLe Relais de l'Entrecôte
Recovery day
Monday 19 JulySlow outings only.
- Easy outingSeine river cruise
- EatSeptime
Family-friendly picks
Half day · Low walking · Family
Seine river cruise
One hour past the monuments; evening cruises with dinner too.
Full day · Family
Versailles palace and gardens
Palace, Hall of Mirrors and the gardens by RER C or coach.
- Jardin d'Acclimatation playground and rides.
- Cité des Sciences et de l'Industrie.
- Parc Astérix north of the city.
Evening and day-trip tours
Full day · Family
Versailles palace and gardens
Palace, Hall of Mirrors and the gardens by RER C or coach.
Full day · Low walking
Giverny and Monet's garden
Water lilies and the painter's house (April to October).
After dark
- Canal Saint-Martin and Oberkampf bars.
- Jazz clubs on Rue des Lombards.
Ten tours worth booking for Lollapalooza Paris
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Bike tour of Paris | Half day | Families |
| Musée d'Orsay guided tour | Half day | Bad weather, Tired legs |
| Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry | Half day | Bad weather, Tired legs |
| Seine river cruise | Half day | Tired legs, Families |
| Versailles palace and gardens | Full day | Families |
| Eiffel Tower summit access | Half day | Families |
| Montmartre food and wine walk | Half day | Food lovers |
| Champagne day trip to Reims and Épernay | Full day | Food lovers |
| Giverny and Monet's garden | Full day | Tired legs |
| Disneyland Paris | Full day | Families |
Where to eat
- Bouillon Chartier
- Le Comptoir du Relais
- L'As du Fallafel
- Breizh Café
- Marché des Enfants Rouges
- Du Pain et des Idées
- Le Relais de l'Entrecôte
- Septime
Rainy-day backups
Half day · Indoor · Low walking
Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry
The highlights in two to three hours.
- Louvre, Orsay and the Orangerie.
- Covered passages near the Grands Boulevards.
- Galeries Lafayette rooftop and food hall.
Getting around on event days
- Metro and RER run until about 1:15 am (2:15 am on Saturdays). Use a Navigo Easy card or contactless.
- Stade de France is reached by RER B (La Plaine) or RER D (Stade de France Saint-Denis); Roland-Garros by metro line 9 or 10.
- Uber, Bolt and G7 taxis work in French cities.
- SNCF TGV and Ouigo trains link the big cities; book on SNCF Connect.
Day trips from Paris
- Versailles: 40 minutes by RER C
- Reims: 45 minutes by TGV
- Giverny: 1 hour by train and shuttle
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Lollapalooza Paris.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Lollapalooza Paris 2027?
The next edition is 16 to 18 July 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Hippodrome de Longchamp?
Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is linked to central Paris by RER B (35 minutes to Gare du Nord) and taxis at a flat 56 to 65 euros. Orly (ORY) has metro line 14 to Châtelet in 25 minutes and flat taxi fares of 36 to 44 euros. Shuttles from Porte Maillot.
Where should I stay for Lollapalooza Paris?
For most visitors the best base is Le Marais and Saint-Germain: Walk to the Louvre, Notre-Dame and the islands.
What else can we do around Lollapalooza Paris?
Good short outings in Paris include Louvre guided tour with skip-the-line entry, Seine river cruise, Eiffel Tower summit access. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Lollapalooza Paris?
Family-friendly picks: Seine river cruise, Versailles palace and gardens, Eiffel Tower summit access. Jardin d'Acclimatation playground and rides.
How far is Hippodrome de Longchamp from Paris centre?
About 9 km in a straight line. Shuttles from Porte Maillot.
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