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This one-of-a-kind Parisian rooftop with a view of the Eiffel Tower is now open!

We told you about Kinugawa, the perched restaurant at the Sax Hotel on the Left Bank, in Paris’s 7th arrondissement. Spread over two floors, it unfurls its vast rooftop terrace with a 360° panorama of Paname for sunny days. With the warm weather settling in, this is clearly the spot you’ll want. Japanese cuisine, cocktails and fresh dishes are on the menu for lunches, drinks and sun-kissed dinners.

Le Jardin du SAX Paris: the private terrace with a pool opens its doors

Le Jardin du SAX, the Paris restaurant's intimate outdoor space, reopens for spring 2026 with a new seasonal menu, a heated pool and a live-music vibe in the 7th arrondissement.

Le Jardin du Clarence, the intimate and gourmet terrace in the heart of Paris' Golden Triangle

Away from the Parisian hubbub, Le Clarence’s intimate terrace opens for the 2026 summer season, running from June 2 to early August. Nestled in the cobbled courtyard below the two-Michelin-starred restaurant, it offers a discreet escape in the heart of the city, where simple, fresh cuisine is paired with exceptional wines.

CIRA: the hidden Mediterranean terrace on the Champs-Élysées in Paris

CIRA, a hidden Mediterranean terrace on the Champs-Élysées, with flame-kissed cuisine and brunch. The Paris Marriott Champs Elysees Hotel unveils its hidden terrace, blending Parisian elegance with Mediterranean charm, perfect for this summer!

Double Impact restaurant: the gastronomic gem of Paris's 9th arrondissement that you didn’t see coming

At the foot of Montmartre, in Paris’s 9th arrondissement, the newly opened Double Impact presents a tasting menu curated by chef Etienne Dupuy and Mickael Robinault. A living, seasonal kitchen sourced through short supply chains. We tried it and here’s everything about this charming discovery.

Le Bristol Paris's discreet, verdant terrace is back for the sunny days.

A haven of peace where luxury and nature meet, a stone's throw from the Champs-Elysées, the Jardin Français at the Bristol Paris is the ideal place for lunch or dinner, surrounded by rose bushes and orange trees in bloom.

Why should you check out a gaming club in Paris at least once in your life?

In Paris, people know the big-name restaurants, discreet bars, theatres, rooftops and nightlife spots. But there’s another way to experience the capital: stepping into a gaming club. A unique experience, half urban casino, half private lounge, half poker table, half late-night dining—a break from time. Trying a gaming club at least once in a lifetime isn’t just about laying bets on green felt. It’s about discovering a codified, captivating—sometimes spectacular—universe where you observe as much as you play. In these adults-only venues, entry is by presenting an ID. Once inside, the city’s noise fades away. It’s time for cards, chips, dealers, and that particular tension that gathers around a table.

The loveliest terraces at Fitz Group restaurants to soak up the sunny days in Paris

May is here, and with it the irresistible urge to enjoy terraces at the first hint of sun. Good news: the Fitz Group’s terraces are open. Five spots ready for sunny lunches, lingering breaks, and open-air dinners.

Viandalism: the exhibition bridging street art and contemporary art at the Mona Bismarck

Graffiti and contemporary art converge at the Mona Bismarck with Viandalism, an exhibition bringing together 40 artists from May 7 to 8, 2026. Over two days, this artistic gathering offers a different way of circulating the works and presenting them to the public. Free admission, but registration is required.

Roof, Madame Rêve's beautiful rooftop terrace at La Poste du Louvre

Roof, that's the name of the rooftop terrace on the roof of the Poste du Louvre in the 1st arrondissement, in the Halles district. With its sublime view over the whole of Paris and its beautiful green space, this new spot, owned by Madame Rêve and open to all, is sure to win you over.

Sequoia, the rooftop terrace of the Kimpton St Honoré Paris in barbecue mode

We're off to the 10th floor of the Kimpton St Honoré Paris to discover SEQUOIA, its superb rooftop terrace bar with 360° views over the rooftops of Paris and its beautiful monuments. And this year, an American-style barbecue is on the program.