After walking the length and breadth of the museums, you deserve a little break. What could be better than a refreshing drink on the terrace, or a sweet or savoury snack?
No need to leave the museum and search for the perfect spot for hours: many monuments and art venues have opened their terraces or rooftops, for a 100% pleasant experience when the fine weather arrives this spring-summer 2025! This is your chance to grab a bite to eat right next to some of Paris's finest works of art, for a truly special moment.
Let's go to the terraces and rooftops of the museums and monuments that await you in Paris! This page is updated as we make new discoveries.
La Terrasse du Musée d'Orsay: the new summer rooftop bar where you can savour the view over Paris
The summer of 2025 promises to be a stunning one on the rooftops of Paris. The terrace of the Musée d'Orsay opens its doors on July 3, 2025, becoming one of the season's must-see spots, with its breathtaking views and arty-chic ambience. The key? A confidential rooftop, an Art Nouveau bar, a unique gourmet offering... and the capital as a backdrop. [Read more]
Bar Les Ombres: cocktails & tapas on the rooftop of the Musée du Quai Branly overlooking the Eiffel Tower
When Paris takes on the Riviera, it's on the rooftops! Every summer, the terrace of Bar Les Ombres atop the Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac is transformed into an urban oasis, with a theme as polished as the view. This season, we're heading for the Mediterranean: sunset, cocktails and tapas in the Southern style, with the Eiffel Tower as a backdrop. [Read more]
Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet: the Korean terrace with an Eiffel Tower view for summer 2025 - photos
Han Rooftop at the Musée Guimet awaits you for the 2025 summer season. Nestled atop the Asian Art Museum 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]
Les Petites Mains, lunches and dinners in the gardens of the Palais Galliera overlooking the Eiffel Tower
The gardens of the Palais Galliera once again play host to Les Petites Mains. On the plates, cuisine by chef Youssef Gastli, sweet creations by pastry chef Paloma Laguette, and in the glasses, cocktails by mixologist Clément Brousset. A terrace restaurant ideal for soaking up the sun, facing the Eiffel Tower. [Read more]
Corail: the new XXL ephemeral terrace restaurant at the foot of the Musée d'Art Moderne in Paris
Set course for Corail, the new ephemeral terrace that's making summer crackle! Located between the Musée d'Art Moderne and the Palais de Tokyo, this sunny restaurant overlooking the Eiffel Tower is the successor to Forest, inviting you to a Mediterranean stopover in the heart of the 16th arrondissement. On the menu? Seasonal cuisine, signature cocktails and a "Parisian Riviera" decor - a prime spot for lunch, dinner or a toast al fresco! [Read more]
Café Lapérouse, the explorers' brasserie at the Hôtel de la Marine
If the Hôtel de la Marine is a must-see cultural jewel in Paris, the Café Lapérouse it houses is also a not-to-be-missed stopover. The restaurant's menu proudly pays homage to navigators, including explorer Jean-François de La Pérouse. A magnificent setting and fresh, gourmet cuisine worthy of the monument! [Read more]
Rose Bakery at the Maison de Balzac, the café-tea room and terrace in a bucolic garden
A confidential coffee shop tucked away in the hidden, leafy garden of the Maison de Balzac, here's something to tempt us. With its all-organic, homemade menu, luminous setting overlooking a relaxing garden and Eiffel Tower view, it's hard not to be seduced. [Read more]
The FIKA Café at the Swedish Institute
Fika is the name of the café that has opened its doors at the Institut Suédois. In the cobbled courtyard of this free cultural site, which puts Sweden in the spotlight, we discover a welcoming, bright coffee shop with a terrace, serving up some lovely Swedish specialities. Pre-opening this summer, the café is now back in business, officially opening and unveiling its delicacies. [Read more]
Le Camondo, a divine responsible cuisine and a green terrace on the edge of the Parc Monceau
Le Camondo, the restaurant adjacent to the Musée Nissim de Camondo, ideally located on the edge of the Parc Monceau in the 8th arrondissement, is a veritable nugget to be discovered. With its beautiful historic spaces, leafy terrace and fresh cuisine orchestrated by chef Fanny Herpin, this is a gourmet getaway we warmly recommend. [Read more]
Free rooftop, the Philharmonie Belvedere once again accessible with its exceptional view
Fancy a free rooftop? Head for the roof of the Philharmonie de Paris, overlooking the Parc de la Villette, which is once again open to us, from April to October, Wednesday to Sunday. This is your chance to enjoy a 360° view without paying a penny. [Read more]
All you have to do is choose which exhibition to visit, and you'll have a chance to stop off at one of these little terraces!
Dates and Opening Time
From March 20, 2023 to September 20, 2023
