We present you with a selection of the best terraces in Paris to make the most of sunny moments. Whether you're looking to relax, share a drink with friends or enjoy a fine meal, there's a Parisian terrace for every occasion.
Among the many options, you'll find terraces offering breathtaking views over the capital's rooftops, spaces surrounded by lush greenery and trendy places to spend a pleasant moment. Whatever your mood, Paris has plenty of terraces to satisfy you.
It's important to note that this article is updated regularly to bring you the latest information on the best terraces in Paris. Don't hesitate to return to this page to discover the latest news and must-visit addresses in the capital.
When it comes to terraces, there's something for everyone. Some offer a peaceful, intimate atmosphere, ideal for a tête-à-tête, while others offer a more festive, lively setting for entertaining friends. You'll also find themed terraces, offering unique culinary experiences and original cocktails.
In addition to traditional terraces, Paris is also home to rooftops and terraces on barges, offering unique perspectives on the city and its emblematic monuments. Whether you're looking for an elevated spot to admire the cityscape, or a peaceful spot on the water's edge, you're bound to find a terrace to suit your needs.
Finally, it's worth mentioning that Parisian terraces are particularly popular on sunny days. It's therefore advisable to book in advance to be sure of finding a place on your favorite terrace. And don't forget to check the weather conditions before you go, to make sure you get the most out of your time outdoors.
The Rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse: a panoramic view of Paris 210 metres above the ground!
Sponsored - For lovers of breathtaking panoramas, one of the finest views in Paris awaits you on the rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse. Perched 210 meters high, this terrace offers a unique vantage point over the capital, bringing together the Eiffel Tower and the capital's emblematic monuments. With a historic VR experience to boot, the Observatoire de la Tour Montparnasse is an unmissable outing for lovers of Paris and heights! [Read more]
Tiki Playa is a guaranteed escape in Paris: Afterwork / Evening / Terrace
Sponsored - Inspired by faraway destinations, Tiki Playa is a place that rhymes with escape and decompression, and it feels good! Typical decor, a beach hut-style veranda, a bamboo bar, a giant terrace and a club in the basement. And it's open every day! [Read more]
Kinugawa Rive Gauche, the Franco-Japanese rooftop restaurant at Hôtel Sax, unveiled
A new restaurant with an exceptional terrace has opened its doors on the Rive Gauche side of Paris' 7th arrondissement. Kinugawa Rive Gauche offers refined Franco-Japanese cuisine in a restaurant overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower, and we take you on a tour of the restaurant. [Read more]
Quai Ouest, the restaurant-terrace on the banks of the Seine in summer mode with barbecue evenings - photos
Quai Ouest, the famous on-water restaurant on the banks of the Seine in Saint-Cloud, is going into summer mode for the summer of 2025. With its huge room decorated in a beachside guinguette style, its new spring menu to discover from April 12 and its barbecue on Tuesday evenings from April 15, you'll love going there with family or friends. [Read more]
L'Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, the restaurant with confidential bucolic terrace
Looking for serenity, calm and greenery in the heart of Paris? Discover the restaurant and hidden garden terraces of the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, a bucolic and confidential setting in the heart of the 18th arrondissement. A former Hermès residence, this secret spot, accessible via the Rocher de la Sorcière passage, invites you to discover its lush garden, refined bistronomic cuisine and cocktail bar all summer long. Open every day, from breakfast to dinner, including brunch and cocktails. [Read more]
The Dame des Arts Rooftop in the heart of the Latin Quarter for a 360° view of Paris
Sponsored - The Rooftop of the Hôtel Dame des Arts, in the heart of the Latin Quarter, offers a 360° view of Paris. This elegant spot offers house cocktails, wines and champagne, from mid-April to end-October 2025, at 4 rue Danton (Paris 6e). [Read more]
Hôtel Dame des Arts in Paris with restaurant, terrace and rooftop bar in the Latin Quarter
The Hôtel Dame des Arts, nestled on the Left Bank in the heart of the Latin Quarter, offers rooms with exceptional views, a refined restaurant called Pimpan with Sunday brunch, and a panoramic rooftop that's well worth the detour. A great address to discover all year round in Paris's 6th arrondissement. [Read more]
Pimpan, new French bistronomic restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Près, Paris 6th arrondissement
Pimpan is the name of the new restaurant opening in February 2025 in the Dame des Arts hotel, replacing the Mexican restaurant in Paris's 6th arrondissement. This bistronomic restaurant focuses on contemporary French cuisine, using seasonal produce. With its sober, well-kept surroundings and attractive hidden terrace, this is an ideal new address for lunch or dinner just a stone's throw from the Seine, where culture, design and simplicity come together. [Read more]
La Parenthèse Verte in Louveciennes: the bistronomic restaurant in the Yvelines with terrace
We're off to Louveciennes in the Yvelines to discover the Parenthèse Verte restaurant. Imagine a restaurant nestled in a verdant park, with a superb terrace offering a change of scenery for the 2025 summer season! With its bistronomic cuisine and friendly atmosphere, we'll take you on a voyage of discovery. [Read more]
The Brach terrace, Paris 16th, in Italian mode
Le Brach's spacious, cosy terrace, located on the 1st floor of the trendy hotel in Paris's 16th arrondissement, is going Italian, in a nod to the forthcoming opening of Le Brach Rome. [Read more]
Le Jardin: Alain Ducasse's new bucolic terrace restaurant at Baccarat
The emblematic Baccarat townhouse is set to unveil Le Jardin, Alain Ducasse's new green (and gourmet) bubble in Paris, from April 14, 2025. A terrace, bar, orangery and seasonal cuisine for a stylish, bucolic interlude in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
Hotel Pilgrim's rooftop terrace and hidden patio
Looking for a beautiful rooftop terrace, as if you were sitting on the rooftops of Paris, or a confidential patio? Head for Hôtel Pilgrim, where you'll find hidden terraces where you can relax in the evenings on sunny days, while admiring the whole of Paris and the Collège des Bernardins building just across the street. [Read more]
Les Roseaux, the new Hangar Y restaurant in Meudon, designed by Laura Portelli and Christophe Saintagne
Les Roseaux, the new restaurant at the Hangar Y in Meudon, offers seasonal cuisine by Laura Portelli and Christophe Saintagne, to be discovered from Wednesday to Sunday in 2025 in a bucolic setting. [Read more]
Le Café A: the hidden terrace restaurant near the Canal Saint-Martin
A terrace restaurant in Paris, Café A, located in the former Récollets convent a stone's throw from the Canal Saint-Martin, unveils a vast hidden terrace in the 10th arrondissement. Open every day until 11pm, it's the ideal place to enjoy the warm weather in a peaceful setting, right in the heart of Paris. [Read more]
The private, leafy terrace of the Jardin Français at the Bristol Paris
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. [Read more]
Rosa Bonheur des Buttes-Chaumont, the festive guinguette in the heart of the 19th arrondissement park
Feel like going green? Then head for the Rosa Bonheur in Buttes Chaumont, nestled in the heart of a lush green park. Le Rosa Bonheur, as the owners call it, is a friendly, tolerant place, open to different mixes, ages and tastes, where quality and atmosphere come together every day. And of course, it's the place to go to find happiness! [Read more]
Les Maquereaux Rive Droite in Paris: the iodized terrace on the shore of the Parc Rives de Seine
Ready for a new breath of iodized air in Paris? Head to Les Maquereaux on the Rive Droite side to enjoy its terrace and breathtaking view over Ile Saint Louis, while feasting on delicious iodized flavors. From April to October, you'll feel like you're on vacation! [Read more]
In conclusion, terraces in Paris offer a wide range of possibilities for enjoying the sun and convivial moments outdoors. Don't forget to check this article regularly for the latest addresses and best terraces in the capital.
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Dates and Opening Time
From April 1, 2025 to April 30, 2025
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