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Paris is one of most exciting capitals for nightlife, with a party scene to suit every taste. Discover Paris je t'aime’s pick of sophisticated cocktail bars, restaurants converted into nightclubs, and cabarets with the perfect atmosphere for partying from New Year’s Eve thro to 1 January 2026, Parisian style.
A few steps from the Arc de Triomphe, enter this underground cocktail bar... If you can find the doorbell. Leave the hustle and bustle of Paris behind and step into what looks like a submarine as you cross the threshold of the Haze, a sophisticated bar.
Try out original creations by barmen Renaud Dos Santos and Archibald Lees, especially the Tomas-tini, a revisited version of the classic martini, or the surprising BBQ Margarita & Smoked Pineapple Ice, with its blend of fruity, spicy and smoky notes.
The district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés is renowned for its famous brasseries ... including CRAVAN, an address well worth discovering. This brasserie with the biggest bar in Paris consists of three spaces over four floors.
The 17th-century building - with touches of wood and steel - welcomes cocktail aficionados in a setting that mixes Art Nouveau and Belle Époque decor. The third floor surprises with its intimate, softly lit lounges and cozy fireplaces. Designer, gourmet chef and mixologist, Franck Audoux ensures the drinks menu serves upscale cocktails, on every floor. Open from Tuesday to Saturday from midday to 1am in the morning, it has a second address in the 16th arrondissement.
With a nod to the city that never sleeps, the American Bar takes you on a trip to New York through its cocktail menu.
Perched above the restaurant Temple & Chapon – itself located in the elegant 5-star Experimental Marais hotel – indulge in classics dedicated to places emblematic of New York, notably Benton's Old Fashioned, created by Don Lee in 2008, Please Don't Tell, the Four Roses Bourbon, created by Ben Zapien in 2022 at Raines Law Room, and the Penicillin, created by Sam Ross in 2005 at Attaboy. Plus of course, the Manhattan. Last orders at 1.30am in the morning.
Looking for a laid-back friendly place which serves plant-based appetizers (i.e. nachos and cornbread) to accompany California-inspired cocktails and mocktails? The Abricot bar situated in the hip 10th arrondissement, is the go to spot.
Make new friends or meet up with old ones whilst discovering what lies behind the evocative names of signature drinks such as The Tess, Puerto Escondido and Nighttime in Paradise. If you manage to find a spot at the bar, ask founder Jennifer Crain to fix you a seasonal cocktail, or sit and relax in the alcove at the back.
If it were not for the majestic 360° view of Paris, you would think that you were at Studio 54, the iconic New York Club. At Bonnie, thechic club on the 16th floor of the hotel SO/, the decoration and music are inspired by the1960s and 70s.
This trendy Parisian venue attracts an elegant crowd from Wednesday to Saturday evening. Go down a floor (to the 15th) to restaurant Bonnie for a light snack. Party people who have danced the night away will enjoy the delicious breakfast.
Good news for night owls: the exclusive L'Aventure club has been revamped, just like Victor Hugo's mythological creatures. These golden mosaics, which depict the collection of poems La Légende des Siècles ('The Legend of the Ages'), are part of the club's new look, designed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio.
The new Art Deco project by visionary French group Beaumarly combines a restaurant and club (... and a future 5-star hotel!). The magic of midnight will be accompanied by electronic music or deep house with DJs like Honey Dijon, Adam Ten, Agoria and DJ Tennis, accompanied by their entourage.
What started out as a Russian cabaret in 1965 has become the place to be and to be seen in, or for some celebrities to remain invisible. Serge Gainsbourg and Marlene Dietrich were among these. With outposts in Los Angeles and Dubai, Raspoutine lives up to the standards of prestigious nightclubs.
With theatrical decor designed by French artist and designer Erté and deep house music, the partying never stops, at least not before 5am in the morning on Thursdays Fridays and Saturdays.
Dinner dances have never been so stylish since Pompon burst onto the Parisian scene. Situated in Palais Brongniart, known to Parisians as the former Bourse de Paris, this sumptuous new restaurant by Paris Society is decorated with leather banquettes, velvet curtains and vintage posters.
The late night dinner has a French inspired menu, including oysters, linguine with lobster and sole meunière. Choose between champagne and martini as the volume rises and dancing goes on until 2am in the morning.
For an exciting island adventure after work, take a boat ride to the Chalet des Îles. The menu at this bucolic lakeside restaurant, in the Bois de Boulogne, has been concocted by Pierre Chomet, a Top Chef finalist, and features dishes inspired by the French countryside and regional produce.
After a seasonal feast, get ready for the DJ set from Thursday, when hip-hop or music from the 80s and 90s will have you dancing until dawn, or at least until closing time at 1.30am in the morning!
At Babille, a French brasserie situated on the grands boulevards, dancing quickly follows on from dinner on the 12 strokes of midnight. After a festive meal with your closest friends, enjoying classic French cuisine created by Juan Arbelaez, the expression ‘Paris est une fête’ takes on its full meaning as DJs start their sets to keep you dancing until the early hours. Every Thursday and Saturday, from 10pm to 4am.
Once an enigmatic theatre closed by order of Napoleon in 1807, the Boudoir des Muses has reinvented itself as a chic boutique hotel and bar tucked away in the Haut Marais, with a few surprises hidden behind its discreet doors.
Its transgressive character remains intact, with a plethora of cultural events, a cabaret show every Wednesday and Thursday evening, curated by Parisian artist and artistic director Maud'Amour (Madame Arthur, Jean-Paul Gaultier). Enjoy mystical elixirs at the bar.
For an unforgettable night out in Paris, book a seat at the legendary Crazy Horse cabaret, founded in 1951. When the gorgeous red curtain rises, you'll be dazzled by the alluring and sophisticated performance of the sensual dancers. But before that, enjoy the burlesque antics of George Bangable.
This prestigious show features internationally renowned singers and dancers. What could be better than a late-night cabaret show while sipping a glass of champagne? You can also opt for an earlier dinner show, at either 8pm from Sunday to Friday, or 7pm or 9.30pm on Saturdays.
An iconic figure on the cocktail scene for over 40 years, Colin Field is back to expertly concoct drinks beneath the golden lights of the Grand Café at the Grand Palais.
Every evening from 6.30pm, this Parisian brasserie will delight you with its friendly atmosphere. Here, people share stories and strike up friendships over a Negroni, a Sidecar or a Manhattan- classic cocktails revisited by Field. Concerts every evening from 8.30 pm add to the wonderful atmosphere.
Discover the Bar des Maillets d'Argent, a speakeasy situated on the ground floor of the Tour d'Argent and awaken all your senses in an Art Deco setting. The intimate Bar des Maillets d'Argent - a tribute to Claude Terrail's polo team - serves cocktails by the fireplace in the Frédéric lounge, accompanied by live music every Thursday.
As for entertainment, hand-picked artists perform, in turn, from 8pm to 11.30pm. On other days, feel free to stop by for a nightcap from Tuesday to Saturday... last orders are taken at midnight. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are also available.
While Place du Tertre in Montmartre welcomes portrait artists during the day, it becomes a different scene at nightfall! Get ready to party at the cabaret and bar Nonsense, inspired by the 1920s, hidden away on the lower ground floor of the hotel La Bohème Montmartre.
This elegant boudoir serves cocktails and offers live entertainment and DJ sets ... Discover new talent over drinks and snacks on Wednesdays and Sundays from 7pm to 2am, and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until 4am. Julien Sebbag and his team are on hand to cater to your culinary cravings.
New Year's Eve is something you can't miss, but the end-of-year festivities in Paris offer more than just party nights.
During your stay in Paris, take the opportunity to visit exhibitions, catch a Christmas show, a ballet or take an offbeat tour in the capital. Don’t miss out on the great cultural line-up during the holidays for a truly memorable trip.
