**## A touch of elegance
What could be more elegant than a private mansion to dazzle your guests?
Make an impression by opting for ELEGANCE. Previously reserved for aeronautical enthusiasts, the Salons de l'Aéro-Club de France also open their doors to you for all sizes of events (35 to 350 persons in cocktail reception configuration). Direction the Golden Triangle to discover the Hôtel Salomon de Rothschild, (a listed monument), its 3,900 m² garden and 1,300 m² reception spaces (100 to 1,300 persons).
Although the Hôtel de Poulpry, Maison des Polytechniciens has retained its authentic charm, the 15 reception rooms on 3 levels (735 m² up to 1,000 people) offer every modern comfort. It even has a vaulted cellar with a dance floor!
At the Bourse, Palais Brongniart is the ideal partner for your upscale events (up to 1,500 persons in cocktail reception configuration) with the possibility of bespoke catering, and other options. Fully renovated in 2018, the Pavillon Gabriel boasts 4 exceptional reception rooms (up to 900 persons) and architecture in the style of glasshouses, plus a huge terrace. Another outstanding venue from Maison Potel et Chabot is the Pavillon Vendôme, situated on the famous square. With two entrances, it can host two events simultaneously, and its amazing vault will certainly impress your guests.
Looking for a bucolic venue without leaving Paris? The Pré Catelan Lenôtre, in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, with 12 modular reception rooms, is a must! Other option for an event in a leafy setting, The Pavillon d'Armenonville combining 18th century chic and modernity. This former hunting lodge, which has played host to some of the most famous figures in French history, can be adapted to suit your every need, with its various private areas able to accommodate up to 1,500 people.
Hiring a boat in Paris is an original idea that can guarantee the success of your end-of-year party. So go ahead, step aboard for an original gourmet dinner, a reception, or simply a trip around Paris!
For an incredible evening gliding along the water, head to Ducasse sur Seine . With a capacity of up to 146 persons, this electric river cruise has some compelling attractions: a gourmet menu, exemplary service, a cruise and a stopover in front of the sparkling Eiffel Tower ... With a fleet of 8 delightful boats and 3 utterly modern reception rooms on the banks of the Seine, Yachts de Paris offer a unique and original setting (up to 1,750 persons). The world-famous Compagnie des Bateaux Mouches has 4 boats specially designed for your events, from 15 to 500 for a sit-down meal and up to 600 people for a cocktail party. All have a completely open upper deck and a main deck that is covered, fully glassed over, heated and air-conditioned. Also available for private hire, the Mademoiselle Mouche, a panoramic terrace on the quayside with a view of the Eiffel Tower.
Direction Port de Suffren, to discover the Vedettes de Paris which hire out party evening barges (from 30 to 110 persons according to the format and type of boat), moored at the quayside or moving on the water … Nearby, the Port de la Bourdonnais is home to the famous fully glassed-over Bateaux Parisiens (up to 350 persons). Opposite the Eiffel Tower, at Port de Debilly, the fleet ofBleu Seine can host 30 to 250 persons for gourmet and refined dinner cruises. On the right bank of the Seine, the Péniche Le Marcounet, at the foot of the Pont Marie, is known for its live concerts in the hold and breathtaking scenery opposite the Île Saint-Louis, with a terrace for up to 300 persons. In the Bercy district, the Paris Seine restaurant boats invite you to enjoy refined French cuisine as you rediscover Paris from the Seine.
Near to Paris, the Cristal sur Seine (Alfortville) and Le Théo (Boulogne Billancourt) are perfectly suited to your end-of-year parties. The first can host 190 persons seated (250 persons for a cocktail party), and its winter garden (90 m²) with palm trees is a haven of peace that is certain to make an impression. The second can host 80 persons for a sit-down meal (150 persons for a cocktail party). Its team also work on board the Diamant Bleu, a yacht-like cruise barge (up to 450 people) with 34 panoramic windows.
To enjoy other waterways, Paris Canal invites you to navigate the canal Saint-Martin and the canal de l’Ourcq (up to 130 persons), and Green River Cruises takes you aboard a luxurious pontoon boat (12 passengers) imported straight from the United States! Fluctuart, the capital's first urban art centre, a 1,000 m² floating venue spread over 3 levels with a rooftop terrace, adds an artistic touch to your evenings …
Symbols of the French art of living, Parisian luxury hotels are the ideal setting for your corporate festivities. In the heart of Paris, the hotel Hilton Paris Opéra is a prestigious address steeped in history. Among the 800 m² of private spaces, the Salon Baccarat (180 persons), featuring crystal chandeliers and high ceilings, is the setting that will impress your guests. The 5-star Lutetia, one of Paris's most iconic palaces, boasts elegant lounges, including the magnificent ‘Cristal’ ballroom with a surface area of (310 m²). The 5-star Shangri-La Paris palace represents the quintessence of the Asian art of entertaining and the French art of living. Its three historic reception rooms have a total surface area of 314 m² (500 persons in cocktail reception configuration).
A few steps from the Champs-Élysées, the biggest 5-star hotel in Paris, the Hôtel du Collectionneur, provides you with a unique opportunity to rediscover the splendour of the 1990s (up to 650 persons). And opposite the Opéra Garnier, the InterContinental Paris - Le Grand, built under Napoléon III, offers more than 2,000 m² of space for events. Impossible not to fall under the spell of the opulent interiors of its 21 reception rooms, decorated with crystal chandeliers, rich red drapes and gilded ornamentation. An event planning and catering service completes this prestigious offering.
Finally, on the chic avenue Georges V, the 5-star Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s Paris and its famous brasserie offer you historical and contemporary space. Small reception rooms (2 to 12 persons), large reception rooms (up to 200 persons) and a terrace for special events overlooking the Paris rooftops are a source of endless inspiration for imagining your dream party event …
Add a CULTURAL note to your party event! The Museum National d’Histoire Naturelle has an unusual space: the Grande Galerie de l’Évolution, featuring stuffed animal collections. The latter is made up of several areas, which can be made private separately or in their entirety, to host from 80 to 1 ,200 persons. Situated in the gardens of Trocadéro, opposite the Eiffel Tower, the Aquarium de Paris can host from 60 to 1,000 persons indoors, in a magical atmosphere, featuring 70 tanks that are home to some thirty sharks, 13,000 fish, 400 colonies of coral and 500 jelly fish!
L’Atelier des Lumières will amaze your guests (from 50 to 1,200 persons) with a unique immersive artistic experience. The first digital centre in Paris, it invites you to project your own images or a specific theme. The Folies (Folie des Fêtes,Folie Observatoire) – quirky little buildings in Parc de la Villette ranging from 40 m² to 200 m² -, offer numerous possibilities for an event in the park. Note that some Folies have a terrace and/or panoramic view. The Gaité Lyrique is a 2,000 m² reception, exhibition and performance space that combines heritage, modern architecture and cutting-edge technology. Both a museum (Musée Méliès) and art house cinema, the Cinémathèque française is an original venue for all your end-of-year party events. This modern, atypical venue can host up to 700 people and has 500 m² of modular reception areas and 4 large cinema rooms.
The Jeu de Paume Paris and the Fondation Louis Vuitton are also a must if you want to dive into the world of contemporary art. A unique venue in the Tuileries Gardens, the Jeu de Paume Paris offers private hire and personalized tours, as does the Fondation Vuitton, which can host up to 2,000 people in different configurations. The oldest of Paris's municipal museums, the Musée Carnavalet has a unique architectural setting where you can discover the history of Paris as you've never seen it before. On Place de la Concorde, the Hôtel de la Marine will dazzle you with its private reception rooms, breathtaking views of the Louxor obelisk, and the Appartements de Madame (available for private hire subject to conditions).
Oxygen Event is the perfect venue for an end-of-year party, with its original village-style setting filled with restaurants and multi-purpose event spaces. It offers a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower from its terraces (600 m²), providing an ideal setting for memorable celebrations.
Now that you've found your venue, discover the perfect activity to liven up your year-end celebration. Virtual Room offers a captivating gaming experience through virtual reality, where puzzles are solved in teams of 4 participants, providing complete immersion. The company can bring its equipment to your reception venue with wireless headsets, creating a memorable evening for your colleagues.
Funbooker helps you find the ideal activity to enhance your team's cohesion. Their diverse and tailored offerings adapt to your needs to ensure the success of your corporate events, especially for year-end celebrations.
For 20 years, For Event has been creating innovative event animations to energize professional gatherings. With 30 unique animation themes, they design surprising and unforgettable experiences that leave a lasting impression, perfect for year-end festivities. Anima specializes in fun and cultural animations. Treasure hunts, escape games, scavenger hunts... this company focuses on team building and seminar activities, organizing tailor-made events at your chosen location for up to 600 participants.
Year-end celebrations are the perfect opportunity to thank and recognize your colleagues with a gift. Discover our selection of gift ideas for corporate year-end parties: For your corporate gifts, give a taste of Paris!
