Années folles guide

Centenary of The Great Gatsby: iconic places to relive the Roaring Twenties in Paris

Sequins, jazz and champagne: a century after the publication of Gatsby the Magnificent, the spirit of the Roaring Twenties lives on in Paris. From cabarets to brasseries, step back into the 1920s!

Prunier, the world's oldest caviar restaurant, with its legendary listed Art Deco façade

Inaugurated in 1924, the Parisian caviar restaurant Prunier, with its sublime Art Deco listed decor, has been restored to its former glory by Benjamin Patou.

Did you know? You can visit Aux Belles Poules, a brothel from the Roaring Twenties.

While most of the capital's brothels have disappeared since prostitution was outlawed, one remains open to the curious during burlesque tours and lectures at Aux Belles Poules.

Les Folies Bergère, a cult theater with an art deco look in Paris

Les Folies Bergère is one of Paris's most cult venues. Located in the capital's 9th arrondissement, it is one of the vestiges of the Belle Epoque, immersing spectators in the charm of the Paris of yesteryear, while offering numerous shows, concerts and comedy shows throughout the year.

The Great Gatsby Ballet: the Roaring Twenties danced at the Folies Bergère

The Great Gatsby Ballet: the Roaring Twenties danced at the Folies Bergère On November 8, 2025, the Folies Bergère welcome The Great Gatsby Ballet, a show choreographed by Dwight Rhoden and inspired by the cult novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald. An immersion in the elegance and intensity of the Roaring Twenties.

Molitor's superb rooftop terrace in Paris overlooks the swimming pool in bar and restaurant mode

Molitor's rooftop terrace bar-brasserie, with views over the capital and its superb swimming pool, awaits you this summer 2025! It's the ideal spot to share a cocktail or aperitif with friends, and enjoy live music on special evenings.

The Oberkampf swimming pool, an Art Deco pool listed as a Historic Monument

The historic Oberkampf pool, built in the 19th century, was saved from demolition after being listed as a Monument Historique. Now residents of the 11th arrondissement can continue to swim their laps!

Paris Folies: the Années Folles dance evenings at Dancing de La Coupole

One Saturday a month, the Années Folles take over the Dancing de la Coupole! In the bowels of the historic brasserie on the Montparnasse side of Paris, enjoy wild dance evenings, with burlesque shows and live music.

Saint-Jean-Bosco church, an Art Deco masterpiece in Paris's 20th arrondissement

In the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement stands the Saint-Jean-Bosco church, an art deco masterpiece dating from the 1930s. Discover this secret and unusual treasure of Parisian heritage.

The Moulin Rouge has regained its wings, relive the free French Cancan show from the inauguration

After losing its wings last April, Paris's famous cabaret, the Moulin Rouge, has finally got them back - well, almost. (Re)discover the event celebrated in style with a son et lumière happening and a free French Cancan show this July 5, 2024.

Did you know? This Art Deco theater is the only one in Paris with blue decorations!

All Parisian theaters are dressed in red... except one! The Art Deco-style Théâtre Daunou, located next to the Opéra de Paris, is the only one in the capital to be decorated in blue. Find out why!

The Pontoise swimming pool, this Art Deco jewel in Paris has reopened: prices, activities and squash

The legendary Pontoise swimming pool, an Art Deco jewel listed as a Monument Historique, reopened its doors in early December 2023 after extensive renovation work. Located at 19, rue Pontoise in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, this historic swimming pool, designed by the same architect as Molitor and Pailleron, invites you to discover its unique architecture and new facilities. Fitness, weight training and squash await you.

Mistinguett, the Casino de Paris restaurant and its breathtaking Années Folles decor

Nestled on the second floor of the Casino de Paris, the bistronomic Minstinguett restaurant with its Années Folles decor is breathtakingly beautiful.