In Paris, as soon as the sun comes out, terraces, rooftops and other open-air spaces become the most coveted places to be. And come summer, these popular spots are always packed! Whether perched with panoramic views, bucolic in the heart of a garden, trendy and lively, or simply well exposed, these perched terraces offer the ideal setting for relaxing and filling up on vitamin D.
In a city in perpetual effervescence, new addresses flourish everyyear, offering original concepts and unexpected atmospheres. Whether you're with family, friends, a couple, or looking for a quiet moment on your own, this is the perfect opportunity to discover these places for an aperitif, lunch in the sun or dinner under the stars, while sipping a refreshing cocktail or mocktail.
So if you're one of those avant-garde types who's always on the lookout for the latest spots, get ready: it's time to invest in these hot new terraces to enjoy the sunny days in Paris! By the way, be sure to consult this guide regularly: it's updated as new listings and discoveries are made!
Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet: Korean terrace with Eiffel Tower view for summer 2025
Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet reopens in Paris on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Nestled atop the Museum of Asian Art in the 16th arrondissement, this ephemeral Korean terrace welcomes you all summer long with a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, Korean specialties, and cultural programming under the Parisian sky. [Read more]
Ladurée at Pavillon Gravelle: the bucolic tea room and restaurant in the heart of the Bois de Vincennes
In the heart of the Bois de Vincennes, Ladurée Gravelle unfurls its charm in a former Napoleon III pavilion, planted in the middle of a romantic garden, complete with rose bridge and flower-filled swing. A bucolic haven where the art of tea time, brunch and lunch (au vert) can be savored like an enchanted escapade. [Read more]
Le Jardin: we tested Alain Ducasse's new bucolic terrace restaurant at Baccarat
The emblematic Baccarat townhouse unveils Le Jardin, Alain Ducasse's new green (and gourmet) bubble in Paris. A verdant terrace, bar, orangery and seasonal cuisine offer a stylish, bucolic interlude in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. [Read more]
At the Drawing Hotel, a confidential Cuban-style rooftop opens in Paris, near the Louvre
In the heart of Paris, not far from the Louvre Museum, the Drawing Hôtel is heading into the summer season! From May 15, 2025, you'll find yourself on the rooftop with its beautiful view, which, for this spring-summer season, puts Cuban culture in the spotlight. [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]
The gardens of La Rochefoucauld Hospital to be transformed into a "tiers-lieu" by summer 2025
The gardens of the Hôpital La Rochefoucauld, in the 14ᵉ arrondissement of Paris, are opening up to a new chapter. Closed since 2019, this site listed as a historical monument will host an ephemeral cultural third-place from summer 2025, before being fully rehabilitated by 2027. [Read more]
Petite Rosalie: the lakeside terrace of the Rosalie restaurant at Disney Village
Since April 10, 2025, a chic and friendly terrace has been awakening the taste buds of gourmands at Disney Village... Come and discover Petite Rosalie, the open-air terrace nestled on the shores of Lake Disney, as an extension of Brasserie Rosalie, Disneyland Paris' 100% French cuisine bistro. [Read more]
CASA TROCADÉRO: the new Mexican summer rendezvous at the foot of the Eiffel Tower
Sponsored - Immerse yourself in the heart of Mexico without leaving Paris! From May 9, 2025, Casa Trocadéro will transport you into the vibrant atmosphere of a Mexican market: gourmet stalls, festive decor, DJ sets and mariachis await you a stone's throw from the Eiffel Tower, on the esplanade of the Paris Aquarium. [Read more]
Bigoudi, the (very) high rooftop of Brasseries à la Mode at Trocadéro
Bigoudi is Brasseries à la Mode's signature (very) high rooftop, due to open next June near the Trocadéro. [Read more]
A new rooftop Japanese restaurant on the Champs-Elysees overlooking the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe
A new rooftop restaurant on the Champs-Élysées offering fine Japanese cuisine? That's what's in store for us at number 26 on the world's most beautiful avenue. With a terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe on one side and the Grand Palais on the other, this is The place to be that we'll love to discover this summer 2025. [Read more]
Stay tuned for more new terraces in Paris!
