In this post, we will provide our top 10 ideas for fun things to do in Paris during the month of November.
We include a variety of fun events, activities, attractions, and festivals. This post has been updated for 2022.
For additional suggestions, check the following posts:
- Hop-on-Hop-off Bus Tours
- River Seine Boat Cruises
- Tickets to the Eiffel Tower
- Tourist Attraction Discount Passes
- What's the Weather in Paris in November?
TOP 10 THINGS TO DO
The following list will include several activities that are either family-friendly, free to enjoy or fun after dark.
1. Go on a Walking Tour
Although it tends to get a bit colder in Paris during this time of year, there should still be plenty of sunny days to enjoy.
If you're looking for something to do on a nice day, it's hard to beat one of our free Paris walking tours!
In addition to fully guided pay-what-you-wish tours which cover a variety of different subjects and locations, we also offer a self-guided walking tour with 19 stops.
We also offer audio tours of both Paris and Montmartre.
If you have a smartphone and some earbuds, this is an easy way to take a tour on your own whenever you want, regardless of what time it is!
If all else fails and the weather isn't too good, you can always enjoy our video tour of Paris which covers the Latin Quarter and Notre Dame.
2. Take the Kids to Disneyland for the Holidays
Christmas might be a month away, but that won’t stop Disneyland Paris from starting the celebration now!
Disneyland Paris typically starts off its holiday celebrations sometime in November.
They celebrate the holidays in style with several fun activities including a Christmas parade, seasonal sing-alongs near the giant Christmas tree, street performances featuring your favorite Disney characters, and more.
Each of the holiday activities available at this amusement park will be included with general admission, so you don’t have to pay anything extra to enjoy the festive fun.
You can purchase single day or multi-day passes, depending on how much time you have to enjoy the magical world of Disney.
For more fun things to do with your kids, check our post covering family-friendly activities in Paris.
3. Attend a Sporting Event
Paris is fairly quiet in November when it comes to sports.
Thankfully, there are a few Paris Saint-Germain FC football matches scheduled for November.
The Rolex Paris Masters are also scheduled to take place at AccorHotels Arena from October 29th - November 6th.
Find all sporting events in Paris here.
4) See a Cabaret Show
Many feel that a trip to Paris is not complete without a visit to Moulin Rouge.
That said, sometimes it can be difficult or quite expensive to see a show at this historic location.
Even if you can't get a ticket there, you might want to consider one of the other popular options in this city.
The Crazy Horse Cabaret Show has been driving audiences wild since 1951, and it didn't earn that name by chance.
Visitors can expect a variety of sensual dancers and incredible visual effects.
Alternatively, you may also enjoy the Paris Paradis Latin Cabaret Show, at the oldest cabaret theatre in Paris.
5. Pay Your Respects on Armistice Day
Every November 11th, the city of Paris honors its fallen heroes from WW1 and WW2 with a ceremony at the Arc de Triomphe.
During this event, the French president will lay a wreath near the eternal flame at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in honor of all French troops who died in these wars.
If you want to come and pay your respects, plan on getting up early so you can get there soon enough to get a good view when it all begins at 11 am.
It’s worth noting that most hop-on-hop-off bus tours include a stop near the Arc de Triomphe, so this could be a good way to get there if you’re planning on using one of these services.
This is one of the best free activities during the month of November.
For even more great ideas that won’t cost you a thing, please read our post covering free things to do in Paris.
6. Enjoy an Exploration Game
If you're looking for an alternative to the traditional walking tour, there are a few different mystery games you may want to consider.
These outings give you the task of solving a puzzle using clues from some of the most notable locations in the city as you explore and enjoy some sightseeing.
The following games are currently available and you can enjoy them both during the day and after dark:
This is a wonderful activity you can enjoy at night this November. For more nighttime ideas, make sure to read our post on things to do after dark in Paris.
7. Go to a Concert
Paris is one of the most popular cities in the world, so it shouldn’t surprise anyone that a lot of musical artists like to perform here throughout the year.
Here are a few of the most notable concerts happening this month:
- Sigur Ros | November 4th, 5th
- Florence and the Machine | November 14th
- Lil Nas X | November 14th, 15th, 16th
- The Cure | November 28th
- Nina Nesbit | November 30th
You can find all the concerts in Paris here.
Most of these concerts take place at night, making them a great after-dark activity.
If you’re looking for more fun things to do when the sun goes down, please read our post about the best evening activities in Paris.
8. Enjoy Holiday Window Displays with the Family
While this type of event has fallen out of favor in other countries, it wouldn’t be the holidays in Paris without some of the most impressive window displays you’ve ever seen!
Every November, four of the biggest department stores in the city hold special window display shows featuring animated scenes, holiday lighting, festive music, and much more.
If this sounds like a fun activity, consider going to one of the following locations:
- Galeries Lafayette
- Printemps Haussmann
- BHV Marais
- Bon Marche
For more information about this event, please read this guide to holiday window displays in Paris.
This is a wonderful family activity, and you can find more like it on our post covering family-friendly things to do in Paris.
Since you don’t have to pay a thing to enjoy these attractions, it’s also one of the most affordable activities available in November.
Check our article about free things to do in Paris for more ideas that won’t cost a thing.
9. Take a Food Tour
If you're looking for some help finding the best food to eat in Paris, there are several great tours led by professional guides which cover some of the tastiest meals in the city.
In addition to tours that cover some of the best dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, there are also outings covering beer, wine, and even chocolate!
Here are a few excellent options you may want to consider:
