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Annette K. revels in Paris during the August holidays.

In August, Paris shifts gear. The streets thin out, the bustle gives way to calm, and the city reveals a more tranquil face. At Annette K., we savor this rare pause to extend the holiday mood, with feet almost in the water, before the rentrée.

Le Food Market marks its 100th edition in Belleville with a grand street-food night.

Le Food Market celebrates its 100th edition on Thursday, September 10, 2026, along Boulevard de Belleville in Paris. For the occasion, the street-food market welcomes new venues, chefs who have previously taken part in the event, activities, and a brass band for a free, open-to-all evening.

La feria returns to the heart of Paris's 11th arrondissement in September 2026.

Following the success of previous editions, Deux and P'tit Deux are staging the fourth edition of their feria, and the heady Southwest vibe is taking over Rue de la Fontaine au Roi!

Jardin21, season 2026: a week of celebration, nature and cultural discoveries at the heart of Parc de la Villette

In August, Jardin21—the festive, greenery-filled community hub perched along the Ourcq Canal in Paris’s 19th arrondissement—extends the season with a rich and varied lineup. Use this time to fully enjoy these sunny days: bold initiatives, gardening workshops, youth activities, lively evenings, a yoga session... Everything is in place for a quick escape without leaving Paris. Free admission.

Néroli: The Mediterranean-Inspired Cocktail Bar in the 11th District

Néroli, a cocktail bar and Mediterranean cuisine spot located in the 11th arrondissement.

Sundaes: 3 chic Parisian terraces to indulge.

Ice cream, yes—but show-stopping scoops, please! We’re unveiling the creations from three chic Parisian terraces for summer 2026, from Cheval Blanc’s rooftop in the 1st arrondissement to George V’s flowery patio in the 8th, all the way to the Shangri-La’s secret garden in the 16th.

Pavillon Henri IV: the gourmet, panoramic restaurant in the heart of Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

Built in the 16th century atop the ruins of the Château-Neuf, the Pavillon Henri IV is a legendary hotel-restaurant tucked away in Saint-Germain-en-Laye. An exceptional address on the doorstep of Paris, it hides a royal history and generous, gastronomic cuisine, with an incredible view over the Seine Valley.

Les Ailes, discover the Foundation's rooftop restaurant

The Ailes restaurant offers bistronomic cuisine on the 8th floor of La Fondation, in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. With a rooftop view, a green-covered terrace, and a menu by Thomas Rossi, it’s a wonderful discovery to enjoy year-round (yes, it’s air‑conditioned).

La Fondation, restaurants, spa, rooftop et mur d'escalade, Paris 17e

The Foundation houses a five‑star hotel, two restaurants, a 360‑degree rooftop with views, a spa, a semi‑Olympic pool, and a climbing wall in the 17th arrondissement of Paris. We’ve toured the site (and our feet are killing us) and we’re unveiling every space.

The Foundation’s rooftop: enjoy a drink on Paris’s rooftops.

The rooftop at La Fondation houses its cocktail bar high above the 17th arrondissement of Paris, between Parc Monceau and Batignolles. A 360° view of the capital, tapas and signature cocktails—it's time to head upstairs, breathe in the air, and enjoy the good times.

Le Jardin, the rooftop terrace at Cheval Blanc Paris for Summer 2026

The Garden, Cheval Blanc Paris’s verdant rooftop, invites you to its 650 m2 perched on the 7th floor for the 2026 summer season. There you’ll find William Béquin’s fresh menu and Maxime Frédéric’s famed ice-cream sundaes, open Wednesday to Sunday throughout the summer.

Engine rooms, bunker, Eiffel’s apartment: Can you visit the Eiffel Tower’s behind-the-scenes areas?

Behind the elevators of the Eiffel Tower lies a fascinating technical universe. Machine rooms, maintenance workshops, technical spaces, a bunker, Gustave Eiffel's apartment... These areas closed to the public tell another story of Paris's most famous monument. But can they sometimes be visited?

Mégie, the new botanical canteen, shop and floral workshop along Paris’s riverfront.

A botanical cantine, a floral boutique and a floral-art workshop share space at Mégie, the new address opened in 2026 on the Quai de la Mégisserie, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement. We were there, here’s what it’s like.

The Rôtisserie d’Argent’s summer terrace, perched on a bridge facing Notre-Dame — reviews and photos

Sur le quai de la Tournelle, La Rôtisserie d’Argent lays out its checkered tablecloths facing the Seine and Notre-Dame. Whether it’s lunch or dinner, this summer terrace serves the great bistro classics reimagined by chef Romuald Sinnan, in a postcard-perfect setting that, for once, doesn’t sacrifice the food to the view.

Corail: the summer restaurant-terrace on the forecourt of the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris — reviews and photos

Corail sails again in the 16th arrondissement, between the Palais de Tokyo and the Musée d’Art Moderne, with the Eiffel Tower in sight. Under oversized parasols, the ex-Forest serves up a summer detour with Mediterranean accents, between land and sea, featuring fresh cocktails, colorful plates and coral-hued sunsets.

Balcon Paris : Julien Sebbag's rooftop bistro perched on the Galeries Lafayette roof - reviews & photos

Craving a bit of height? On the rooftop of Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann, Balcon Paris offers a perched interlude — part-bistro, part-belvedere — where Julien Sebbag reimagines French classics against the background of the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier, and the Sacré-Cœur.

The Regal View Lounge at Disneyland Paris: a royal bar with a view of Adventure Bay, our take

Open at Disney Adventure World in Disneyland Paris, The Regal View Lounge welcomes walk-ins for a cocktail, a coffee, or hot chocolate with a view of Adventure Bay. This themed bar, distinct from the nearby Princesses Disney restaurant, relies on decor packed with references and an unobstructed view of World of Frozen.

Miami Boulevard is a one-of-a-kind, festive restaurant-club, and an all-you-can-eat weekend brunch.

Miami Boulevard, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is expanding its unlimited brunch offering with a new menu featuring fresh recipes and a wider selection of grilled dishes and barbecue, while keeping its all-you-can-eat, all-inclusive package at €29 per adult, available Saturdays and Sundays.

Pénates, Stéphanie Moquet opens her first restaurant after a stint at Fuga

A former executive chef with the Fuga group, Stéphanie Moquet is set to open Pénates in September 2026, her first solo restaurant, where she will offer a Mediterranean-inspired cuisine enriched with Japanese influences, anchored by a wood-fired robata.

Terrace in Maison Roland’s garden at Shangri-La Paris: the 16th arrondissement’s secret refuge.

The Garden Terrace at Shangri-La Paris reopens for the sunny season, just steps from the Trocadéro. This garden, usually closed to the public, now hosts the Maison Roland bistro, to be enjoyed all summer 2026 for a lovely interlude with the Eiffel Tower in view.