Extracurricular Activities
In addition to a busy academic schedule, participants of the IESEG Summer Academy benefit from the high-quality selection of extracurricular activities.
Private visit of the backstage of Opera Palais Garnier
Undoubtedly, the Palais Garnier embodies the architecture that best represents the art of the Second Empire and stands as a symbol of luxury and pleasures of the French capital. Led by a tour guide, IESEG Summer Academy students are amazed by its rich architecture and abundant decor. The numerous paintings and sculptures allow the Opera Garnier to be not only a theater but also a museum at the same time.
L’incontournable International evening
The Summer Academy International Evening is a great celebration of cultural diversity. At the same time it gives our students a chance to show their talents. The evening celebrates the culture and diversity at IESEG providing an opportunity for students and staff to share in their cultural diversities through music, dance, poetry, costume and tradition.
Château de Versailles group tour
Touring the Palace at Versailles is simply a must for any visitor to Paris. Initially built as the summer residence for French royalty, Versailles’ legendary grandeur and opulence are unsurpassed. It has since been home to everyone from Marie Antoinette and King Louis XIV to France’s Dauphin and Dauphine. The Versailles half day tour includes transportation and ticket entrance for the Versailles Royal Apartments, the Hall of Mirrors, the Gallery of Battles, and the Versailles Gardens. In addition to the usual Versailles Palace program, a special illuminated fountains show is offered on certain summer evenings.
14th of July Fireworks Viewing Party
The capital of France is also the center of Bastille Day celebrations. The IESEG Summer Academy staff chooses for you the best viewing options available and gives you the opportunity to be at the very heart of celebrations for a long and joyful evening. You will remember the spectacular illuminations of Paris at night forever.
Saturday evening pick nick at the foot of the Eiffel tower
And in July, we don't forget the joys of a picnic. From the Champs de Mars’ lawn, you have a stunning view of the Eiffel tower. You are invited to an extraordinary French food tasting: bread, cheeses and wine.
Romantic guided River Seine Cruise
The traditional and romantic Seine river cruise is offered to our Summer Academy students as part of the welcome weekend. Since the Middle Ages, the Seine river banks form one of the most beautiful urban landscapes in the world. Many of Paris’ famous sights - Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Orsay Museum, Palais de Chaillot, the Eiffel Tower - are located on the Seine river banks. That will be an exceptional, quick and relaxing way to visit Paris during your first days with us.
Our surprising Closing ceremony
An unforgettable closing ceremony marks the end of the IESEG Summer Academy. After the award of the Summer Academy graduated certificates, the French level certificates and the prizes of the Photo contest, a surprising show takes place. Students present a program of performances and sketches involving professors and staff and aiming to reveal their personal experience during the month passed at the IESEG Paris campus. The closing ceremony is followed by a farewell cocktail celebrating a new global friendship network.
