Places open all night in Paris: the ultimate guide for night owls

Find out more in this article:

• Where to go out and find places open all night in Paris?
• Restaurants open at night in Paris
• Bars and cafés open all night
• Pharmacies open all night in Paris
• 24-hour food shops and supermarkets
• Other services open at night
• 24-hour petrol stations on the outskirts of Paris
• Getting around Paris at night
• FAQ - Your questions about places open all night

🎯 Where to go out and find places open all night in Paris?

Fancy something, or have an emergency in the middle of the night? In Paris, the city that never sleeps and a paradise for night owls, all your wishes come true! Discover the venues open all night in Paris to satisfy all your night-time needs.

Need some medicines, fancy visiting some lively bars, buying some flowers, dancing until dawn or satisfying your late-night hunger pangs? The French capital offers a wealth of services available whilst the rest of the city sleeps. Even the most unexpected requests can be met right in the heart of Parisian nightlife!

🎯 Restaurants open at night in Paris

Paris, the city that never sleeps, offers a wonderful variety of places to satisfy your late-night cravings. Whether you’re coming from a show, a festive evening out or a late-night flight, here are the best places to treat yourself until the early hours.

• See the list of restaurants open at night in Paris

📌 Brasseries open all night

Parisian brasseries that are open round the clock are the lifeblood of the capital’s nightlife. The legendary Au Pied de Cochon (1st arrondissement) welcomes hungry customers 24 hours a day, a real hub of activity near the Canopée des Halles. L’Alsace (8th arrondissement) on the Champs-Élysées, a fixture since 1968, never closes its doors and offers an extensive menu. These establishments generally offer set menus ranging from €25 to €45, with a quintessentially Parisian atmosphere that really comes to life after midnight.

📌 International cuisine after midnight

For lovers of international flavours, Paris is brimming with tempting options after midnight. Urfa Dürüm is the perfect place to enjoy a kebab wrapped in a Turkish flatbread until late.
At Café Charbon in Oberkampf, the ultimate party neighbourhood, enjoy dishes in a musical atmosphere. To satisfy those late-night pangs without breaking the bank, expect to spend an average of €15 to €25.

📌 Chic dining and a cosy atmosphere

For a more refined evening dining experience, Publicisdrugstore on the Champs-Élysées offers late-night dining. Le Grand Café des Capucines (2nd arrondissement) offers an elegant setting and stays open very late. Expect to pay between €50 and €120 per person. Bookings are strongly recommended and smart dress is required.

📌 Neighbourhood bistros until the early hours

Authentic Parisian bistros welcome night owls until the early hours. Le Tambour (2nd arrondissement) has seen its fair share of lost tourists, debating intellectuals and hungry Parisians at dawn. Expect to pay between €20 and €35 for a full meal at these friendly spots where you can sit down without a booking.

🎯 Bars and cafés open all night

Paris offers night owls a wealth of options to enjoy the nightlife until the early hours of the morning. From lively parties to cosy atmospheres, discover the best late-night bars in the capital.

📌 24-hour and late-night bars

For true night owls, some venues extend their opening hours considerably. Le Zorba, a Belleville institution located at 137 Rue du Faubourg du Temple (10th arrondissement), welcomes customers at all hours and regularly hosts underground music events.

The most recommended neighbourhoods for finding bars open very late:

• Belleville and Ménilmontant
• République
• Pigalle
• Les Halles
• Bastille

📌 Dance bars open until dawn

Fancy dancing the night away until the early hours? Several Parisian venues combine a bar and a dance floor for unforgettable nights out, such as Disquaires in the 11th arrondissement, which offers an eclectic line-up featuring live bands and DJ sets.

Tips for making the most of your nights out dancing:

• Arrive after 10 pm to experience the atmosphere at its peak
• Check the programme in advance to choose the nights that suit your tastes
• Plan your return journey using the Noctiliens or a private hire taxi
• Book in advance for the most popular venues, especially at the weekend

📌 Late-night wine and cocktail bars

The Experimental Cocktail Club, a pioneer of the Parisian cocktail scene, welcomes guests until the small hours at 37 Rue Saint-Sauveur (2nd arrondissement). This iconic venue offers daring creations in a cosy atmosphere.

🎯 Pharmacies open all night in Paris

📌 24-hour pharmacies

To ensure you’re never caught out in the middle of the night, Paris has several 24-hour pharmacies. These strategically located outlets are open at all hours to meet your needs for medicines or first aid. In particular, you’ll find a permanent chemist’s in the 13th arrondissement (5 bis avenue d’Italie) and in the 15th arrondissement (52 rue du Commerce). These permanent chemist’s provide an essential service for night-time medical emergencies.

📌 On-call pharmacies

In addition to the 24-hour pharmacies, a system of on-call pharmacies ensures optimal coverage across every Parisian arrondissement. To quickly locate your nearest on-duty pharmacy, use the official mobile app “MonPharmacien” (ARS Île-de-France) or the website monpharmacien-idf.fr. In Paris, on-duty pharmacies can be accessed directly without going via police stations.

• See the list of night-time pharmacies in Paris

🎯 Food shops and 24-hour supermarkets

📌 Night-time food shops and supermarkets

A late-night craving or a last-minute need? In Paris, several food shops remain open well after sunset. Neighbourhood grocery shops often stay open late, whilst connected or automated supermarket chains (such as Carrefour City and Franprix) have outlets that are open round the clock or until very late to cater for night owls.

📌 Bakeries open late

There are several places where you can enjoy fresh pastries or warm bread at unusual times, such as certain neighbourhood bakeries in the 10th, 11th or 17th arrondissements, which extend their opening hours considerably into the night.

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🎯 Other services open at night

📌 Florists and gift shops

Need a last-minute gift? The florist Elyfleur (17th arrondissement) is open 24 hours a day, offering the perfect solution for night-time romantics or unexpected occasions.

📌 Practical services

The post office on Rue du Louvre (1st arrondissement) offers a continuous 24-hour service with self-service postal machines. Many tobacco shops and newsagents also stay open late around the main nightlife areas. For fitness enthusiasts, gyms such as Fitness Park République welcome weight-training enthusiasts 24 hours a day.

• See the list of various services open at night in Paris

🎯 24-hour petrol stations on the outskirts of Paris

To avoid running out of petrol in the middle of the night, several petrol stations remain open 24 hours a day on the outskirts of Paris and in the inner suburbs (notably at the Orléans, Vincennes and Champerret exits) . They generally operate on a self-service basis with payment by bank card.
Please note: the sale of alcohol is prohibited there between 10 pm and 8 am

• See the list of petrol stations open at night in Paris

📌 Getting around Paris at night

📌 Night-time transport

The Paris metro does not run all night (it usually closes at around 1.15 am on weekdays and 2.15 am on Fridays and Saturdays). The Noctilien network takes over from 12.30 am to 5.30 am, with key routes (circular lines N01/N02, radial lines N11 to N16 and ring road connections). The Vélib’ service remains available 24 hours a day, as do taxis and private hire vehicles.

• Find out more about night-time transport in Paris