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Summer is the time to get some height and relax on the capital’s rooftop terraces. Bars, restaurants, brasseries, with intimate, luxurious, chic and party atmospheres, on the tops of hotels, museums and department stores… Rooftop venues offer a multitude of options to enjoy an evening with altitude. A round-up of the best addresses in Paris.
The rooftop of the Too Hotel offers a panoramic view of the capital from its vast terrace. Located in the 13th arrondissement, near the Bercy quays and the François Mitterrand Library, the rooftop offers brunches and themed evenings with concerts or DJ sets for dancing at altitude.
65 Rue Bruneseau, Paris 13th arrondissement
Metro: Bibliothèque François Mitterrand
Open Monday to Wednesday from 4pm to midnight, Thursday to Saturday from 4pm to 2am, Sunday from 11.30am for brunch and 4pm to midnight for the bar
The aptly named Ciel de Paris is perched on the 56th floor of one of the tallest towers in Paris: the iconic Montparnasse Tower. It's the perfect place to admire the capital while staying warm. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, and the bar offers a tempting cocktail menu.
56th floor of the Tour Maine Montparnasse,33 avenue du Maine,Paris 15th arrondissement
Metro: Montparnasse-Bienvenüe
The Ciel de Paris restaurant and bar are open every day from 8.30am to 12.30am
With its exceptional view of the Eiffel Tower, the Mademoiselle Mouche rooftop offers a festive atmosphere and programme. DJs accompany you during a prestigious meal, ideal for admiring the 14 July fireworks from the front row.
Port de la Conférence 75008 Paris
Metro: Alma-Marceau
Summer opening hours: open Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 2am. Winter opening hours: open Saturday from 6pm to 2am.
It's on the 7th floor of the Terrass‘’ Hotel! Comprising an indoor restaurant-bar called Edmond and a terrace, it offers the perfect balance between elegance and relaxation. Comfortable swing seats and cosy round tables make it a great place to relax. There are lots of signature cocktails and long drinks on offer, as well as charcuterie and cheese boards and a Sunday brunch.
12-14 rue Joseph de Maistre, Paris 18th arrondissement
Metro: Blanche
Open Tuesday to Saturday from 3.30pm to 12.30am, Mondays and Sundays from 3.30pm to 11.30pm
A sure bet for enjoying good Provençal cuisine and sunny cocktails with an unobstructed view of the capital. Located on the roof of the Printemps Homme department store.
2 rue du Havre Paris 9th arrondissement
Metro: Havre-Caumartin
Open every day:for lunch from 12pm to 3pm on weekdays, from 12.30pm to 4pm on weekends, for dinner from 7pm to 2am (last order at 11pm). The outdoor bar is open from June to September from 4pm to 2am.
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Every summer, Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann welcomes the pop-up restaurant Créatures to its rooftop terrace. Run by chef Julien Sebbag, this pop-up venue offers a vegetarian restaurant, an urban vegetable garden, a bar serving herb and plant-based cocktails, and a festive programme of events. A plant-based break combined with a magnificent view!
25 rue de la Chaussée d'Antin Paris 9th arrondissement
Metro: Chaussée d'Antin-Lafayette
Open every day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
On the 7th floor of Printemps de la Femme, the Sun Club by Veuve Clicquot, the new Parisian rooftop bar at Printemps Haussmann, invites you to discover the House's new vintages in an exclusive setting with views of Paris' most beautiful monuments. Sip a glass of champagne while enjoying an elegant bar with tables, soft poufs and yellow parasols in the colours of Veuve Clicquot.
58 boulevard Haussmann, Paris 9th arrondissement
On the 7th floor of Printemps Femme at Printemps Haussmann
Metro: Havre-Caumartin
Open every day: Monday to Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 8.30 p.m., Thursday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11.30 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Perched on the roof of an industrial building, Le Perchoir Ménilmontant is a cocktail bar that aims to pamper its guests in a vintage atmosphere that is both understated and chic. Original cocktails, beers and excellent wines are on offer, along with charcuterie and cheese platters, all accompanied by a varied musical selection.
14, rue Crespin du Gast, Paris 11th arrondissement
Metro: Ménilmontant
The bar is open Monday to Saturday from 6pm to 2am.
The Hôtel Paradiso is Paris's first cinema hotel, offering guests and visitors a unique experience centred around the seventh art. Cinema is everywhere: in the decor, in the suites converted into screening rooms and on the rooftop! Located a stone's throw from Place de la Nation, the Hôtel Paradiso has a pleasant, green rooftop where you can sip a drink while enjoying a panoramic view of the capital. From June to September, every Sunday from 9.30pm, the rooftop of the Hôtel Paradiso is transformed into an open-air cinema. The eclectic and carefully curated programme, which can be found on the hotel's website, is sure to delight film lovers. Screenings are free and no booking is required.
135 boulevard Diderot, Paris 12th arrondissement
Metro: Nation
Open Monday to Thursday from 4pm to 11pm, Friday to Sunday from 2pm to midnight
More info on open-air cinemas in Paris
On the sixth and top floor of the Peninsula Paris, from the first sunny days of May, a terrace bar opens to all, with no reservation required and no need to be a hotel guest. On the menu: a selection of creative cocktails and small dishes to share from the palace's chef, David Bizet.
19, avenue Kléber, Paris 16th arrondissement
Metro: Kléber
Open every evening from 6pm to 10.30pm.
This year, the rooftop of the Molitor hotel is celebrating summer in Paris from 9 May 2025. The brasserie and its summer menu created by chef Grégory Griorcayk, the bar with its selection of refined cocktails, and the solarium are open every day.
6 avenue de la Porte Molitor, Paris 16th arrondissement
Metro: Exelmans
The restaurant is open every day for lunch from 12pm to 2.30pm (by reservation only) and for dinner from 7pm (by reservation only). The solarium is open every day from 5pm to midnight (no reservation required).
Mama Rooftop welcomes everyone for lunch, drinks or dinner. With drinks and finger food or a full menu, Mama Paris East's best feature is its rotisserie! On the menu: roast chicken, ping-pong tables, parasols and huge benches sheltered from prying eyes.
109, rue de Bagnolet, Paris 20th arrondissement
Metro: Porte de Bagnolet
Open from May to September every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 10pm.
If the Mama East rooftop is closed in winter, head to the rooftop of Mama Paris West (20, avenue de la porte de la Plaine Paris 15e) which is open all year round, or at the rooftop of Mama Paris la Défense.
Inspired by nature, the rooftop bar at the La Fantaisie hotel is a refreshing break in the heart of the 9th arrondissement, above the shopping district of Rue Cadet. Overlooking an elegant garden, the rooftop invites you to enjoy a moment of relaxation with its brightly coloured furniture and creative cocktails, offering a relaxing view of Paris, just a few steps from the Grands Boulevards and the Faubourg Montmartre.
24 rue Cadet, Paris 9th arrondissement
Metro: Cadet
The rooftop bar is open every day from 5pm to 1am.
The 9th floor of the Generator Paris youth hostel hides a rooftop bar that is as trendy as it is relaxed: people of all ages and backgrounds mingle here among hanging chairs, high chairs and plastic stools. Here, you can dance to electro DJ sets, chat and enjoy signature cocktails with a view of the Sacré-Cœur!
9-11, place du Colonel Fabien, Paris 10th arrondissement
Metro: Colonel Fabien
The Khayma Rooftop bar is open from late April to late October every day from 6pm to 10pm.
At the top of the Louvre Post Office building, just a stone's throw from Place des Victoires, the Roof of the Madame Rêve hotel offers a magical view of the rooftops and monuments of Paris. Spanning over 1,000 square metres, the rooftop offers an imaginative menu of maki rolls, sashimi and cocktails, to be enjoyed with a front-row view of the Saint-Eustache Church, which reveals itself in all its splendour, before letting your gaze wander to the Panthéon or Notre-Dame.
48 rue du Louvre, Paris 1st arrondissement
Metro: Les Halles
Open every day from 4pm to 1am
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The 5-star Cheval Blanc hotel has opened its restaurant, Le Tout-Paris, on the seventh floor of the Samaritaine. In this contemporary brasserie, you will find a clever blend of luxurious details and authentic bistro spirit, all with a view of the Pont Neuf, the Seine, Notre-Dame and even the Eiffel Tower! A unique experience with a Michelin star.
8 Quai du Louvre, Paris 1st arrondissement
Metro: Pont-Neuf
Open every day from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m.
The Jules Verne and its chef Frédéric Anton were awarded a second Michelin star in 2024. Located on the second floor of the Eiffel Tower, 125 metres above Paris, this iconic restaurant offers breathtaking views of the Champ-de-Mars, the Quai Branly and the Trocadéro.
6 Avenue Gustave Eiffel, Paris 7th arrondissement
Metro: Bir-Hakeim
On the second floor of the Eiffel Tower
Access via the restaurant's private lift at the entrance located at 1, Allée des Refuzniks
Open every day (except 14 July) from 12pm to 1.30pm and from 7pm to 8.30pm
A legendary address on the banks of the Seine, the Tour d'Argent restaurant has been in existence since 1582. A must-visit! Chef Yannick Franques and his team have one Michelin star. As soon as the first days of spring arrive, and throughout the summer, Le Toit de la Tour, nestled on the 7th floor of the building, invites you to enjoy a drink before or after dinner and watch the sunset with a superb view of the river and old Paris. This year, Le Toit de la Tour will open its doors on 24 April 2025.
15, Quai de la Tournelle, Paris 5th arrondissement
Metro: Cardinal Lemoine
Open Tuesday to Saturday from 12pm to 12.30am (by reservation only)
L'Oiseau Blanc is chef David Bizet's two-star restaurant located on the roof of the Peninsula, offering superb views of the rooftops of Paris and the Eiffel Tower. The restaurant, named in homage to aviation history and French pioneers Charles Nungesser and François Coli, who attempted to fly non-stop from Paris to New York in a biplane called L'Oiseau Blanc, displays a replica of the original aircraft.
19, avenue Kléber, Paris 16th arrondissement
Metro: Kléber
Open every day for lunch from 12pm to 2pm and for dinner from 7pm to 10pm
For a combination of culture (with exhibitions at the Musée du Quai Branly), gastronomy, architecture (on the roof of an incredible building designed by Jean Nouvel) and breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower, Les Ombres is the perfect place.
The magnificent Cité de la Mode et du Design building has a 1,200 m² rooftop terrace on the banks of the Seine. It is run by the Australian pub chain Café Oz and offers DJ sets, themed evenings, live concerts, sports broadcasts on giant screens and more. It's the ideal place for drinks with friends or dancing the night away.
34 Quai d'Austerlitz 75013 Paris
Metro: Gare d'Austerlitz or Quai de la Gare
Open every day. Happy Hour from 5pm to 8pm Monday to Friday. Snacks available every day from 5pm to 11pm
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This new rooftop bar is perched 60 metres above the ground on the roof of the LAHO business centre, just opposite the Gare de Lyon train station. It reopens on Friday 25 April 2025 for a new season, but closes on rainy evenings. On the menu: sweet and savoury tapas that pay homage to local producers, and a menu of appetising cocktails and mocktails.
5-9 Rue Van Gogh, 75012 Paris
Metro: Gare de Lyon
Open every day from 6pm to midnight
After more than 10 years of work, requiring the construction of a monumental staircase and the consolidation of a building, La Bellevilloise is opening its rooftop to the public. With this rooftop terrace seating nearly 200 people on two levels, visitors now have access to a nomadic, Mediterranean and poetic décor, as well as an exceptional panoramic view of the whole of Paris. An original selection of cocktails and drinks has been created, accompanied by a tempting range of sweet and savoury food.
19-21 rue Boyer 75020 Paris
Metro: Gambetta
Open Friday to Sunday from 5pm to midnight
Good to know: The 88 Ménilmontant is back for a new summer season full of sunshine and good vibes! This pop-up alternative venue by La Bellevilloise is reopening its doors to bring spring and summer to life in Paris. Located in the heart of Ménilmontant, this open-air space offers a real haven of relaxation: an open-air bar, tasty street food stalls, deckchairs, free games, creative workshops and pop-up shops. All in a warm, family-friendly and decidedly festive atmosphere. Perfect for chilling out with friends, family or on your own, 88 Ménilmontant is the unmissable summer spot in eastern Paris.
Located in the heart of Pantin, the rooftop of the Magasins Généraux promises to become one of the new hotspots on the Parisian scene. From 18 May 2025, come and enjoy a unique space combining urban culture, gastronomy and breathtaking views of the Canal de l'Ourcq. This vibrant venue will host events, concerts and parties throughout the summer. Don't miss the opening of the Magasins Généraux rooftop and enjoy a unique experience on the outskirts of Paris!
A Paris rooftop bar is a bar perched on the rooftops, offering panoramic views of the city. These trendy venues combine a friendly atmosphere, elegant design and an exceptional setting. Ideal for sipping a drink while admiring the Eiffel Tower or the Haussmann-style rooftops, a rooftop bar is perfect for moments with friends or professional events. Discover ‘Take to the heights: your next event on a Parisian rooftop’ or the exotic setting of Plantation Paris, two venues that will enhance your evenings with style and originality.
For cocktails with a view, there's nothing like a Parisian rooftop bar. These high-altitude bars offer creative menus in spectacular settings. Whether you're looking for a chic spot for after-work drinks or a festive place to celebrate, ‘Take to the heights: your next event on a Parisian rooftop’ offers the perfect selection. For a touch of exoticism, Plantation Paris welcomes you to a tropical atmosphere, ideal for enjoying original cocktails in the heart of the capital. Discover Paris through your glass as well as with your eyes!
In Paris, there are several welcoming places where you can enjoy a drink alone in peace. Try intimate bars such as La Candelaria in the Marais, Le Fumoir near the Louvre or La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, which are ideal for reading, observe or simply savour the Parisian atmosphere.
Organising an event on a rooftop in Paris offers a unique experience with breathtaking views of the capital. For an unforgettable setting, opt for exceptional venues such as the Rooftop Horizon & l'Observatoire, the Eklo Paris Porte de Versailles Hotel or the Hôtel Molitor for breathtaking views and elegant terraces suitable for all types of events. For a tropical atmosphere in the heart of Paris, Plantation Paris charms with its plant-filled decor and friendly atmosphere. Whether for a cocktail party, a seminar or a corporate evening, a Parisian rooftop guarantees a memorable and colourful experience.
It is the ideal season to enjoy the rooftops, terraces, walks along the Seine and major outdoor events. To make sure you don't miss a thing, discover our selections by month:
Even when the weather is not so good, the French capital has plenty to offer: exhibitions, shows, Christmas markets, cosy cafés, and much more. Check out our ideas for outings month by month:
At dawn, at sunset or under a starry sky, Paris offers magical viewpoints. Parks, quays, belvederes and unusual places await you to admire the sky in all its nuances.
