A new year for a brand new Paris

In 2009, Paris has taken the challenge of a face-lift with new events supported through its recent campaign based on famous original artworks. Paris is one of the most touristic cities in the world thanks to the numerous things to do there.

There is always something to see and the latest Parisian hotspots are an occasion to rediscover this region. You have the choice between more than 300 exhibitions and thousand music venues.

Meet some friends around cocktail at the terrace of a bar in Belleville, applause live music groups in Montreuil, make a rendez-vous with contemporary art at the Palais de Tokyo at or discover the arty side of Versailles…just some of the possibilities that the new Paris Ile-de-France offers.

In 2009, more than ever, Paris Ile-de-France is synonymous with a cultural and artistic effervescence. Besides, to promote its artistic side, the region has gathered some artists; Jeff Koons and Patrick Blanc; for its new campaign “The new Paris Ile-de- France”.

- A face-lift for some famous places: New spaces are created or renovated to welcome artistic creation and production such as the CENTQUATRE. This 419,792 sq. feet space located in the old Paris’ funeral home is an opportunity to see artistic projects during some festivals and exhibitions.

- Museums get dressed with new exhibitions: From Kandinsky in the Centre Pompidou to Renoir in the Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais; from Picasso exhibitions to the Berardo collection in the Musée du Luxembourg.

- A new make up for your night life: Paris offers several possibilities to enjoy your evening:

After visiting the Centre Pompidou, eat in a French bistro such as Le Petit Marcel and listen to Jazz in a music venue in Châtelet.

A night in Canal Saint-Martin area: eat in a wine bar and discover all kinds of concerts in the Point Ephémère.

You can discover the new Paris Ile-de-France and its cultural atmosphere with the Paris Museum Pass which allows you to visit more than 60 museums and monuments.

The Official Website for Paris Ile-de-France tours can be found online at New-paris-idf.com.