Paris amazes us with its landscapes, presenting the City of Light as a veritable open-air museum. The capital is also full of little secrets and hidden gems: if you're in the know, you'll find some of the most beautiful places in the city. Tourists to the capital may not be aware of this: in the iconic Opéra district, on Boulevard Haussmann known for hosting two emblematic Parisian department stores with sublime cupolas, Printemps and Galeries Lafayette, there's a sublime viewpoint accessible free of charge to discover a beautiful panorama over the capital's rooftops.
You've already guessed it, you'll have to go to the historic Galeries Lafayette Haussmann store, not to be confused with the nearby Lafayette Homme or Lafayette Gourmet . From there, look for the escalator (or elevator) and go up, up, up to the 7th floor. But the journey isn't over yet: you'll need to keep an eye out for the roof terrace indicated on the signs hanging from the ceiling. You can also ask the vendors on the stands for help. Once you've found it, a final flight of steps takes you up to this secret 8th floor, with its sublime view of theOpéra Garnier, the Eiffel Tower and other monuments that make Paris so beautiful.
Accessible free of charge during store opening hours, this view may also allow you, depending on the season and timing, to watch the sun set over the capital. Not bad, eh? Last but not least, from time to time, this terrace may host temporary restaurants and bars: keep an eye out if you'd like to add a drink to the experience!
Dates and Opening Time
From May 21, 2025 to December 31, 2028
Location
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
40 Boulevard Haussmann
75009 Paris 9
Prices
Free
Official website
haussmann.galerieslafayette.com
