Under the sun of Paris, locals and tourists alike crowd onto terrasse to enjoy the nice weather. In the month of juillet, the région parisienne gets blue skies, a sun that warms (sometimes a little too much), and a vacation-like vibe. No surprise, then, that everyone heads out in search of a QG ensoleillé to meet up alone or with loved ones for an apéro, a déjeuner or a tasty break.
We have to admit that every summer, Paris unveils its share of belles adresses that carry enthusiasts, one after another, from rooftops to the heart of a écrin de verdure or to endroits confidentiels known only to insiders. So for you, which terrasse will it be?
To help you decide, here’s a selection of the must-visit addresses for July 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France. From original concepts to gourmet spots, and featuring some of the best views of the City of Light, you’re bound to fall head over heels!
Miami Boulevard : a festive restaurant-club that keeps the party going every day, and an all-you-can-eat brunch on weekends.
Sponsored - Miami Boulevard, located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, is expanding its unlimited brunch offering with a new menu featuring fresh recipes and a wider selection of grilled dishes and barbecue, while keeping its all-you-can-eat, all-inclusive package at €29 per adult, available Saturdays and Sundays. [Read more]
Restaurant Cléo: a secret terrace and gourmet cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement
Sponsored - This summer, head to Cléo, the 7th arrondissement’s best-kept secret. Behind its discreet façade lies a leafy terrace where you can savour the contemporary fine dining of chef Alexandre Semperé, just minutes from Les Invalides and the Pont Alexandre III. [Read more]
The loveliest terraces at Fitz Group restaurants to soak up the sunny days in Paris
Sponsored - 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. [Read more]
Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go
Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. [Read more]
Swimming at the Canal Saint-Martin: opening this Wednesday in Paris
Swimming opens free to the Récollets basin in Paris’ 10th arrondissement, starting this Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The city will permit supervised swims in the Canal Saint-Martin during every heatwave this summer. [Read more]
Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bras Marie swimming area in the 4th arrondissement
Swimming for all in the Seine is now a reality! Among the spots that let you swim in central Paris, the Bras Marie swimming site stands out, now located at the foot of the Pont Louis-Philippe. Free to access, the site lets you swim in the Parisian river while admiring the historic heart of the capital. [Read more]
The Hoxton Paris brings back its pop-up pool to its courtyard-patio.
The Hoxton Paris is once again setting up its ephemeral pool on its patio terrace, right in the heart of the 2nd arrondissement. A chic, laid-back summer hotspot under the open sky! [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]
Étangs de Hollande: the seasonal guinguette and free summer beach lands in Yvelines.
The Étangs de Hollande launch a guinguette-style summer in the Yvelines (78), with a freely accessible sandy beach, games, dining options, a nighttime market and concerts, on offer from June 26 to August 30, 2026. [Read more]
L'Isle-Adam Beach: France's biggest river beach opens for summer 2026
The L'Isle-Adam beach, the largest river beach in France, reopens its pools in Val-d'Oise for summer 2026. On the banks of the Oise, this expansive seaside complex has welcomed swimmers on weekends since June 6, and will be open daily from July 1 to August 31. [Read more]
Polpo Plage 2026: a beachfront terrace and boats on the Seine in Levallois
Polpo Plage is coming to Levallois-Perret for summer 2026, inviting you to put your feet in the sand along the Seine, with a Fever-Tree–designed bar, bonfire nights, and rides on permit-free electric boats. [Read more]
The Peninsula Paris Rooftop Terrace 2026, the sky-high bar with exceptional views.
The Peninsula Paris rooftop reopens for summer 2026 with L'Heure Dorée, its terrace perched in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. You go up there for an unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower and one of the capital’s most stunning sunsets, overlooking the city’s rooftops. [Read more]
Where to swim in the Seine in Paris in 2026? The Bassin de la Villette in the 19th arrondissement.
From July 4 to August 30, 2026, swimming reopens its doors to all budding swimmers at the Villette pools. Expect entertainment, sports activities, a nautical base and a splash pool: the lineup promises to be busy. [Read more]
Discover the locations of these venues by clicking the map at the bottom of the article
Dates and Opening Time
From July 1, 2026 to July 31, 2029
