As the warm days return, Paris transforms. The quays come alive, terraces open wide to passersby, and the irresistible call of sunshine beckons. Whether you're enjoying an aperitif with your feet (almost) in the water, sharing a leisurely lunch with friends, or simply pausing to watch boats drift by, these spots become little bubbles of tranquility amid the city's bustling pace.
Why not take the opportunity to set sail and toast with friends along the water? Without hesitation, head over to the banks of the Seine to explore the terraces and riverside guinguettes, as well as the seasonal houseboats moored along the quay.
Enjoy a little vacation vibe right in the City of Light, offering you a well-deserved moment of happiness throughout spring and summer 2026. Here are some top picks for terraces along the Seine in Paris and Île-de-France. Get ready for plenty of vitamin D!
But a quick heads-up: since the sun has decided to make an early appearance this year (we're only in February-March, after all!), be sure to check if the following spots are already open before heading out!
Aqua Restaurant, the terrace restaurant with an exceptional view of the Seine!
Sponsored - Just a stone's throw from the Suresnes bridge, Aqua Restaurant welcomes you 7 days a week, summer and winter, for lunch and dinner, aboard its elegant barge with a breathtaking view of Paris and the Seine. Come and enjoy creative, refined Italian cuisine on a beautiful terrace with DJ set in the evening, and a tasty family brunch on Sundays. Private parking and port if you come by boat! [Read more]
La Casa: an idyllic, exotic terrace restaurant on the banks of the Seine in Yvelines (78)
Once a favorite haunt of Émile Zola and his contemporaries, this century-old building in Médan has come back to life with La Casa, a new gourmet address in Yvelines (78). With a bistronomic brasserie, cocktail bar and XXL terrace on the banks of the Seine, you can enjoy the sun, the view and your food as if you were on a cruise... without leaving the Paris region! [Read more]
Marina les Maquereaux: terrace on the water with pool, restaurant, cocktails, oysters & DJ sets in Paris
This summer, head for the 16th arrondissement with Marina les Maquereaux, the chic new spot on the banks of the Seine. Floating pool, oysters, cocktails and DJ sets... it's official: Paris goes Riviera! [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]
Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest: a guinguette on a barge on the banks of the Seine in Asnières
On the quays of Asnières-sur-Seine, Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest invites you to enjoy a festive, bucolic barge terrace, Thursday to Sunday, all year round. [Read more]
La Maison Louveciennes, the festive restaurant with terrace and summer beach on the banks of the Seine - 78
Bistronomy, summer beaches and festive evenings just 20 minutes from Paris: La Maison Louveciennes, a landmark in the Yvelines region, welcomes you every day to its enchanting waterside setting. [Read more]
Le Panoramique, Yvelines' starred locavore restaurant with breathtaking terrace
La Panoramique in Rolleboise, in the Yvelines department, is the Michelin-starred restaurant that makes you feel like you're on vacation. With its breathtaking views and Gaëtan Perulli's fresh, local cuisine, it's sure to please. We'll take you on a tour. [Read more]
La Plage Parisienne, the terrace restaurant for relaxing on the banks of the Seine
Fancy a terrace by the water? Let's head for La Plage Parisienne, this year-round restaurant and terrace on the banks of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement, quai de Javel. With its vintage decor, view of the water and our very own Statue of Liberty, and a few deckchairs, it's ready for the summer months. [Read more]
The Batofar is back! Make way for the cultural, festive and gourmet Bateau Phare
The Batofar, the famous red boat moored in Paris's 13th arrondissement and recognizable by its imposing turret, a beacon of the nightlife world in its day, closed its doors 6 years ago. It's a rebirth for this spot, which is now open to us once again. With shows, concerts, clubbing and restaurants, we'll be back for more. [Read more]
La Nouvelle Seine: the restaurant-bar, terrace and shows opposite Notre-Dame
The La Nouvelle Seine barge, located at the foot of Notre-Dame in Paris, offers a beautiful restaurant on the water, as well as a terrace bar where you can soak up the sun. Then continue on to the theater section for a comedy show, one-man show or cabaret. [Read more]
Quai de la Photo, the free floating art center on the Seine with terrace for photo fans
Quai de la Photo is the name of this new floating art center dedicated to contemporary photography, which opens its terrace in fine weather. In a 1000 m² space, exhibitions, conferences and cultural events await you, in this free venue open to all, on the Seine near the Pont de Bercy in Paris. [Read more]
Riviera Fuga, an Italian-Japanese restaurant floating on the Seine as beautiful as it is delicious
Barely open, the Riviera Fuga floating restaurant is already a firm fixture on the banks of the Seine, with its cuisine combining Italian and Japanese influences. [Read more]
Sena, the terrace overlooking Île St Louis: pizzas, spritzeria, rooftop and pop-up store
Sena is the festive, gourmet hotspot to discover on the banks of the Seine. Imagine a large sunny terrace on the banks of the Seine, offering pizzas, Italian specialities and cocktails, in a 60s dolce vita atmosphere that will transport you straight to Italy without leaving the Marais ... Without a doubt, the future HQ for your summer evenings! [Read more]
Annette K, Terrace on a barge
In search of a beautiful waterside terrace? Let's discover Annette K and its Eiffel Tower view. [Read more]
Splash, the Bistrots pas Parisiens restaurant on the banks of the Seine in Asnières-sur-Seine
Bistrots Pas Parisiens has set up shop on the banks of the Seine in Asnières-sur-Seine with Splash, a restaurant on the water! A magnificent space with swimming pool and relaxation area for a sunny day just a few minutes from Paris! [Read more]
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