Affordable terrace guide

Moncœur Belleville, the iconic café-restaurant in the 20th arrondissement, offering breathtaking views of Paris

Perched at the Belleville park lookout, Moncœur Belleville undoubtedly boasts one of the most stunning terraces in Paris. With a fresh team, revamped decor, and homemade cuisine, this iconic spot in the 20th arrondissement is turning a new page — all while preserving its breathtaking views of the rooftops and the Eiffel Tower.

TiKi Playa is your urban escape in the heart of Paris: a lively beach bar and a sprawling outdoor terrace.

Tiki Playa is the kind of place that promises escape and relaxation, and it truly delivers! With its unique decor, a veranda reminiscent of a beach hut, a bamboo-lined bar, a sprawling outdoor terrace, and a club hidden in the basement... and the best part? It’s open every day!

La Casa: an idyllic, exotic terrace restaurant on the banks of the Seine in Yvelines (78)

Once a favorite haunt of Émile Zola and his contemporaries, this century-old building in Médan has come back to life with La Casa, a new gourmet address in Yvelines (78). With a bistronomic brasserie, cocktail bar and XXL terrace on the banks of the Seine, you can enjoy the sun, the view and your food as if you were on a cruise... without leaving the Paris region!

La Guinguette de Villennes (78): XXL terrace, restaurant-bar and musical evenings on the banks of the Seine

Want to cast off without leaving the Paris region? When the weather's fine, head for La Guinguette de Villennes, a bucolic gem on the banks of the Seine. Until October 19, 2025, this Yvelinoise (78) address will offer its three terraces - restaurant, bar and lounge - with cocktails, planks to share and themed evenings to enjoy summer with your feet (almost) in the water.

Bonne Table, the solidarity restaurant for gourmet lunches in the 8th arrondissement

A seasonal menu, a terrace when the weather's fine and, above all, generous cuisine: that's what Bonne Table is all about, a perfect address for lunch on the run (or a little more time on your hands) just two blocks from the Champs-Elysées.

Bercy Encore: the 7,000 m2 eco-friendly and festive third-party venue transforming eastern Paris

In Paris, the 12th arrondissement goes green and co-creates! With Bercy Encore, the Bercy-Charenton district is home to a 7,000 m2 eco-friendly, festive and collaborative third-place that combines transitional urbanism with collective creativity. After Bercy Beaucoup, this new XXL spot transforms the city into an open-air laboratory until 2029.

Tuco: the confidential rooftop of the Hôtel Wallace, an Italian-style terrace bar in Paris

At Tuco, aperitifs take on the Italian accent and the golden light of an endless summer. When the patio bar swaps its glass roof for a rooftop, the whole of Paris takes on the air of the Italian Riviera. With deckchairs, Spritz twists, shared plates and a Nordic bath overlooking the capital's rooftops, Hôtel Wallace is the sunniest (and thirstiest) spot of the season in the 15th arrondissement.

Bonnotte Club: the festive and affordable guinguette at the foot of the Eiffel Tower

A new terrace on the banks of the Seine with a direct view of the Eiffel Tower? The Bonnotte Club livens up the Quais de Suffren in Paris's 7th arrondissement all summer long with a vast open-air terrace and a convivial barge. A trendy address where cocktails, planks and oysters for €1 await you until autumn 2025.

Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet: the Korean terrace with an Eiffel Tower view for summer 2025 - photos

Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet awaits you for the 2025 summer season. Nestled atop the Asian Art Museum in the 16th arrondissement, this ephemeral Korean terrace welcomes you all summer long with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and cultural programming under the Parisian sky.

Jeannine: the comforting canteen with local produce in the 20th arrondissement

Tucked away in the 20th arrondissement, Jeannine is the warm, no-fuss neighborhood cantine we all dream of having right on our doorstep. Local produce, inventive cocktails at affordable prices and a friendly atmosphere: everything here is homemade... and from the heart.

Poisson Lune, the ephemeral terrace at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, returns for summer 2025

Poisson Lune, the hot terrace at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, is back for its 7th edition from May 15 to the end of September 2025. Enough to brighten up the summer season and delight young and old alike!

Les terrasses du Petit Bain: concerts, aperitifs and deckchairs on the Seine all summer long

As soon as the sun comes out, Le Petit Bain opens its huge terrace on the banks of the Seine. Docked in the 13th arrondissement next to the Bibliothèque François Mitterrand, this spot offers concerts, a canteen, a terrace and deckchairs for lounging by the water.

Le Sample, a third-party cultural and party venue in Bagnolet (93)

East of Paris, on the outskirts of Paris, Sample sets the pace for Bagnolet's cultural life, with numerous festive events and family activities throughout the year.

Jardin21, the green, festive, family-friendly wasteland returns along the Canal de l'Ourcq

Along the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, between Pantin and La Villette, Jardin21 is the must-visit spot this summer. DJ sets, dance nights, workshops for kids...

Le Sommet: Le Mazette's festive winter terrace with braziers, raclette sandwiches & DJ set

Le Mazette goes into winter mode! Moored at the Port de la Rapée, this floating spot is transformed into a festive chalet where braziers, mulled wine and DJ sets turn up the heat. From Tuesday to Saturday at 6.30pm, put on your down jacket and head for the Sommet, the hottest HQ of the season!

Dame Nation, the affordable neighbourhood restaurant in the 11th arrondissement

It's a good neighborhood address in Paris that proves that good food at low prices is possible. Dame Nation is a warm-hearted restaurant offering tasty seasonal cuisine on a menu that evolves according to inspiration, with gourmet delights and comfort as the common thread.

Chouchou sur Seine: the famous hotel-guinguette opens a festive waterside terrace in Paris

CHOUCHOU Hôtel arrives on the quays of the Seine with its new sunny spot for summer 2024: CHOUCHOU SUR SEINE. In a 100% guinguette atmosphere, the large terrace has been transformed into a veritable Provencal village square, with festive events from Monday to Sunday!

The People Nation, a low-budget hostel with an unbeatable rooftop in Paris

Looking for a new-generation youth hostel or simply a rooftop bar-restaurant with a sublime view over Paris? Let's check out The People's second hostel, set up on Place de la Nation, right outside the metro station.

Jo&Joe, the low-budget rooftop hostel in Nation

Jo&Joe is the place to be for your next stay in Paris! Jo&Joe is the place to sleep on the Nation side of Paris.

88 Ménilmontant: La Bellevilloise's short-lived summer wasteland opens up to us

88 Ménilmontant reopened its doors on April 12, 2024, offering a green wasteland terrace and boutique workshops in the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement.