Whether it be in a Parisian palace, a chateau, a pavilion in a green setting, or a private mansion steeped in history, Paris offers a wide range of high-end options to make your event an unforgettable experience. Take a look at our selection now!
Surprise your guests by choosing somewhere that takes you back to the time of the kings of France! For a major event, opt for the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, a 17th-century jewel. The many reception rooms (from 50 to 215 m²) will dazzle you with their original decor features and period furniture, and the candle-lit evening visit of the chateau and gardens with their impressive fountains will leave a lasting impression. A wide choice of à la carte services is available, such as the possibility of attending a private fireworks display behind the chateau or visiting the gardens in a horse-drawn carriage.
From the grand reception rooms to the intimacy of the royal apartments, the Château de Fontainebleau is a magnificent setting for events for up to 350 people. Private hire can be combined with a special tour to discover areas not normally open to the public. A witness to French history, the Conciergerie, a medieval royal palace turned revolutionary court and Marie-Antoinette's prison, offers a unique atmosphere for your receptions in its 14th century Gothic rooms. For an even more immersive experience, these private functions can be combined with a guided tour of the Revolutionary Prison and the discovery of temporary exhibitions.
Next stop, the Palais of Versailles, a symbol of French luxury inspired by the Château de Vaux le Vicomte. Enjoy a unique show with ‘Château de Versailles Spectacles’, which organizes opera, concerts or private firework shows at the palace, or a privileged visit with or enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at Ducasse au château de Versailles, a gourmet restaurant within Pavillon Dufour. During the day, it offers a refined menu and a superb view of the palace. In the evening, Alain Ducasse pulls out all the stops, and meals are organized in the 17th century reception rooms with panelled walls, fireplaces and mirrors (up to 120 people). The menu is inspired by the dishes of the time and consists only of ingredients available in the past. Go to Versailles and all over Paris and its region with My Daily Driver, a high-end chauffeured vehicle service catering to all your needs.
Make a lasting impression on your guests by organizing your event in an iconic location in the capital.
For an event at a mythical institution or monument, you can privately hire the Moulin Rouge, an emblem of the music hall era when Edith Piaf or Franck Sinatra performed on stage there. The whole place can be fully hired (up to 900 people), or partially hired in private rooms (up to 50 people). The Louvre Museum, the former residence of Kings and the greatest museum of art and antique artefacts in the world is available for your events of up to 1,400 people. The most prestigious rooms are available for private hire, such as the Pyramid, the Hall Napoleon or Rotunda Sully, and it is possible to combine your reception with a private visit of the collections.
The Palais Garnier, the Paris Opera house, has many spaces for private hire, including the famous auditorium in red and gold with 2,105 velvet seats, and the Grand Foyer with its ceiling painted by Paul Baudry and impressive sculptures. Finally, what could be more Parisian than the very symbol of the city, the Eiffel Tower? On the first floor of the Tower, the Gustave Eiffel lounge (300 people) offers a spectacular view through its transparent facades, and the restaurant Madame Brasserie, with stylish contemporary interiors incorporating the tower's emblematic metal structure, can be privately hired for up to 230 people.
Looking for greenery? Paris is full of prestigious places offering large outdoor spaces and a bucolic setting. Among them, the traditional Pré Catelan (1,800 people), part of the Lenôtre house. Nestling in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, the establishment has 14 refined reception rooms, including the elegant Napoleon III Pavilion with listed decor.
Over towards the Champs Elysées, the Pavillon Gabriel (900 people) – recently renovated and managed by Potel et Chabot – is a haven of calm bathed in natural light through a high glass roof and large windows overlooking a huge terrace.
The Fondation Louis Vuitton, inaugurated in 2014, is ideally located between the Bois de Boulogne and the Jardin d'Acclimatation. This venue dedicated to artistic creation offers three spaces for privatization: the reception hall, the auditorium, and above all the panoramic terraces, for a maximum capacity of 2,000 people.
The Pavillon Royal, located close to the Bois de Boulogne, is a historic venue in many ways, and can accommodate all kinds of events in its three modular spaces. Its 800m2 of terraces fit in perfectly with the lower lake of the Bois de Boulogne and the 5 hectares of grounds.
Impress your guests with a place steeped in history. The Ducasse Baccarat ballroom offers an exceptional setting for your receptions for up to 80 people with seated meals. Crystal chandeliers, original wood panelling and an 18th century décor painted by the Neapolitan master Francesco Solimena will transport you back to the time of the splendours of Versailles. The Monaie de Paris, whose palace is a listed Unesco heritage site, has recently reopened 11 Conti — a museum presenting heritage collections and temporary exhibitions of contemporary art. The latter together with magnificent courtyards, including the Cour de la Méridienne and the Cour d’Honneur, welcome receptions for up to 900 people. Don’t miss the starred restaurant of chef Guy Savoy, available for private hire on Monday and Sunday, with views of the Seine. Located on the Place Vendôme, the Hôtel d'Évreux, a 17th-century jewel, offers a prestigious setting and daylight-flooded rooms for your events for up to 350 people.
The Café de la Paix is a famous Second Empire restaurant inaugurated in 1862 by Napoléon III. An iconic establishment within the hotel InterContinental Paris Le Grand, it is situated on the prestigious Place de l’Opéra. The interiors are ideal for seated lunches or dinners for up to 120 people, or cocktail receptions for up to 140, right in the heart of Paris. A private reception room is also available for meals for up to 40 people.
For major events, the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, a former private mansion belonging to Baroness Adèle de Rothschild, and now a listed historical monument, offers 1,300 m² of reception areas and a 3,900 m² enclosed garden, near to Place de l'Etoile. The Maison de la Mutualité, built in the Art Deco style of the 1930s, offers 3,600 m², including a modular theatre with 180 to 1,728 seats, 5 spaces with 110 to 800 m² and 9 private rooms with 15 to 120 seats. Finally, the Westin Paris Vendôme hotel, with 13 listed Second Empire style reception rooms, is the perfect setting for events for up to 1,200 people. It has a charming courtyard terrace, which can be privately hired for up to 150 people and which changes with the seasons.
The hotel Hilton Paris Opéra draws on 130 years of hospitality experience to welcome guests to the Opéra district. Built for the Universal Exhibition at the end of the 20th century, the hotel retains its Haussmann-style architecture, impressive glass roof and Second Empire decor. In the heart of the Golden Triangle, receive your guests in a monument to French history. The Hôtel le Marois offers a range of rooms with typical 17th-century decor, perfectly adapted to your requirements and able to accommodate up to 250 guests. Immerse your guests in the heart of French history by holding your event at the Hôtel de la Marine. Situated on the Place de la Concorde, this emblematic venue offers sumptuous rooms with access to the loggia for up to 250 people. The Cour d'Honneur is also available for private hire when the weather is fine.