The sun is out, and Parisians can't wait to head off in search of a nice terrace where they can relax with friends and family and enjoy an aperitif or a sunny meal! Are you one of them? So are we! That's why we've come up with a selection of the best terraces for sunbathing and gourmet breaks!
In this guide, you'll find addresses to suit all tastes and budgets, from the most perched rooftops to third-party venues. Now all you have to do is make your choice, pack your sun cream and enjoy a sunny terrace in Paris or the Paris region!
And above all, stay connected! This guide is updated as we make new discoveries and post new announcements, so to make sure you don't miss out on any of the best sunny spots in Paris, we recommend that you keep this page and consult it regularly.
So, are you ready to sunbathe? We're off!
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]
Guinguette 1124, the ephemeral terrace in the heart of the château grounds at Saint-Germain-en-Laye (78)
Under the century-old trees of the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye estate (78), summer takes center stage at Guinguette 1124. An ephemeral terrace in the guinguette spirit, with a royal setting, a chill atmosphere and a breathtaking view over the immense park. What's on the menu? Handcrafted ice creams, golden crêpes, sparkling rosé and a cool game of pétanque. [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]
La Guinguette de Villennes (78): XXL terrace, restaurant-bar and musical evenings on the banks of the Seine
Want to cast off without leaving the Paris region? When the weather's fine, head for La Guinguette de Villennes, a bucolic gem on the banks of the Seine. Until October 19, 2025, this Yvelinoise (78) address will offer its three terraces - restaurant, bar and lounge - with cocktails, planks to share and themed evenings to enjoy summer with your feet (almost) in the water. [Read more]
The Printemps Haussmann 2025 summer terrace overlooking Paris and the Eiffel Tower
The terrace at Printemps Haussmann goes into glamorous picnic mode and gets a golden makeover thanks to Veuve Clicquot. From May 5 to September 30, 2025, head for the 7ème Ciel spot, perched atop the Femme store, to toast the sun, head in the clouds and eyes riveted on the Eiffel Tower. Panoramic views, iconic bubbles and French art de vivre: summer promises to be chic, fresh and effervescent at the top of Paris! [Read more]
Tuco: the confidential rooftop of the Hôtel Wallace, an Italian-style terrace bar in Paris
At Tuco, aperitifs take on the Italian accent and the golden light of an endless summer. When the patio bar swaps its glass roof for a rooftop, the whole of Paris takes on the air of the Italian Riviera. With deckchairs, Spritz twists, shared plates and a Nordic bath overlooking the capital's rooftops, Hôtel Wallace is the sunniest (and thirstiest) spot of the season in the 15th arrondissement. [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]
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]
Petite Rosalie at Disney Village: we tested the Rosalie restaurant terrace
Here it is, a convivial terrace for this summer at Disney Village! Head for Petite Rosalie, the open-air terrace nestling on the shores of Lake Disney, in the extension of Brasserie Rosalie, Disneyland Paris' 100% French cuisine bistro. We've tried it, and we'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
Bonnotte Club: the festive and affordable guinguette at the foot of the Eiffel Tower
A new terrace on the banks of the Seine with a direct view of the Eiffel Tower? The Bonnotte Club livens up the Quais de Suffren in Paris's 7th arrondissement all summer long with a vast open-air terrace and a convivial barge. A trendy address where cocktails, planks and oysters for €1 await you until autumn 2025. [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]
Le Céleste, the exceptional Rooftop at Cheval Blanc Paris, unveils its summer terrace
A confidential rooftop with an exceptional view over the whole of Paris? Let's go to Céleste at Cheval Blanc Paris, which is opening exceptionally for the summer season. Cocktails and aperitifs by Arnaud Donckele await you as you admire the sunset from Notre-Dame to the Eiffel Tower via the vasque rise. [Read more]
Pullman Paris Bercy: a chic family getaway with pool and spa just a stone's throw from Paris
Sponsored - Fancy a family wellness break without leaving the capital? The Pullman Paris Centre-Bercy opens its doors to you for a summer stay combining indoor pool, spa by Sothys, chic restaurant and festive terrace, all just a few metro stops from the heart of Paris. [Read more]
The summer terrace at the Ritz opens on Place Vendôme in Paris
Summer Terrace at the Ritz Paris Place Vendôme from July 1 to August 10, 2025. Enjoy the Parisian summer at Place Vendôme, in a unique setting at the foot of the Vendôme Column. What else? We'll be serving refined cocktails, delicate tapas and artisanal ice creams in an unprecedented green setting. [Read more]
Le Marta, the cocktail bar perched on the rooftop of the Hôtel Fouquet's Paris all summer 2025
The Marta Rooftop reinvents itself this summer as an elegant garden under the artistic direction of Cordelia de Castellane. Perched atop the Hôtel Fouquet's, the terrace offers a haven of peace a stone's throw from the Champs-Élysées, and features a food & cocktails menu to be savored in a bucolic, chic setting, evenings from Wednesday to Sunday from May 14, 2025. [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]
Noti Plage: the not-to-be-missed summer guinguette at the foot of the Eiffel Tower!
Sponsored - This summer, the Noti Plage is establishing itself as the must-visit ephemeral green bar for Parisian parties. Join us on the Quai de Suffren, facing the majestic Eiffel Tower, to sip a cocktail, savor revisited croques, share planks with friends and enjoy DJ Set House until 1:30 a.m.! [Read more]
Plantation Paris: a unique rooftop in one of Europe's largest urban farms in the 18th arrondissement
Paris's 18th arrondissement is home to a new rooftop that's thinking big. And for good reason: this unique spot is opening its doors to the public for the first time in one of Europe's largest urban farms. We tell you more about the Plantation Paris concept. [Read more]
La Fantaisie's hidden green terrace reinvents itself Paris 9th arrondissement
La Fantaisie Paris, an elegant hotel in the 9th arrondissement of Paris, hides a beautiful green terrace, which is now revealing a new face after renovation work. Tucked away on rue Cadet, this confidential address is a veritable hidden garden in the heart of the city, now with 20 additional seats. We invite you on a bucolic escapade, between flowers, lush greenery and sunny dishes. [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]
The Eiffel Tower 2025 summer terrace: suspended garden and ephemeral bar with panoramic view
This summer, the terrace of the Eiffel Tower is going green, inviting the sunny days to take root at altitude. From May 28 to September 15, 2025, Paris' most famous landmark will unveil a suspended garden 60 meters above the ground for an open-air interlude, perfect for chilling out, sipping... and shooting the greenest spot of the season! [Read more]
Molitor's superb rooftop terrace in Paris overlooks the swimming pool in bar and restaurant mode
Molitor's rooftop terrace bar-brasserie, with views over the capital and its superb swimming pool, awaits you this summer 2025! It's the ideal spot to share a cocktail or aperitif with friends, and enjoy live music on special evenings. [Read more]
The Marguerite 1606 summer terrace with Eiffel Tower view at Domaine de la Reine Margot
The summer terrace of the Marguerite 1606 restaurant at the Domaine de la Reine Margot in Issy-les-Moulineaux is a haven of peace just outside Paris. With an unobstructed view of the Eiffel Tower, you can enjoy bistronomic cuisine inspired by produce from the orchard and kitchen garden, in a listed setting that invites you to unwind. [Read more]
Néroli, the Mediterranean cocktail bar in the 11th arrondissement
Sponsored - Néroli, a new cocktail bar in the 11th arrondissement of Paris, welcomes you in a warm atmosphere with refined cocktails, sunny Mediterranean cuisine and a lovely summer terrace. Featuring spirits from France and abroad, as well as many local products, this bar in the 11th district smells like vacation, especially during Happy Hour from 6pm to 8pm! [Read more]
Poisson Lune, the ephemeral terrace at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, returns for summer 2025
Poisson Lune, the hot terrace at the Palais de la Porte Dorée, is back for its 7th edition from May 15 to the end of September 2025. Enough to brighten up the summer season and delight young and old alike! [Read more]
Le Rooftop du Brach: the perched terrace with a view of the Eiffel Tower, Provence and the French Riviera
Arguably one of the most beautiful rooftops in Paris, the perched terrace of Le Brach, in the 16th arrondissement, offers panoramic views of the capital while soaking up the sun. For summer 2025, this confidential haven will be decked out in the colors of Provence and the French Riviera, offering the flagship vintages of an emblematic wine estate on the Var coast, accompanied by bites as fresh as they are gourmet. [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]
Les Chasses, the Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay's restaurant and its beautiful hidden terrace - Yvelines
The Abbaye des Vaux de Cernay, located in Cernay-la-Ville in the Yvelines department, hides several restaurants within its walls, accessible to all. We'd like to take you on a tour of Les Chasses, an unusual French restaurant in historic manor house style, with the added bonus of a beautiful terrace to enjoy the fine weather. [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]
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]
Fifi and Charles, the Top Chef couple on the Kimpton Rooftop for an exceptional menu
Philippine Jaillet and Charles Neyers, Top Chef 2025 candidates, are taking over the Sequoia, the Rooftop of the Kimpton Paris, every Sunday from this April 6, 2025 for the summer season. Would you like to discover elegant, convivial cuisine, served in a setting offering a 360° panoramic view of the capital? Reservations are now open! [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]
Les terrasses du Petit Bain: concerts, aperitifs and deckchairs on the Seine all summer long
As soon as the sun comes out, Le Petit Bain opens its huge terrace on the banks of the Seine. Docked in the 13th arrondissement next to the Bibliothèque François Mitterrand, this spot offers concerts, a canteen, a terrace and deckchairs for lounging by the water. [Read more]
Maggie Rooftop, the terrace with a magical view of the Sacré Coeur in the 9th arrondissement
Head for the 9th floor of the Hôtel Rochechouart to discover Maggie Rooftop, the famous summer terrace that regales us all spring and summer with its 360° view of the capital, opening its doors to us from April 17, 2025. [Read more]
Villa M's Rooftop, the terrace bar with a beautiful view of Paris
Looking for the best rooftop terraces in Paris? The Rooftop de la Villa M, in the 15th arrondissement, opens its relaxing oasis from May to September. How about some height? [Read more]
Polpo Plage, the beach terrace on the Seine with a marina and electric boats, is back!
Polpo plage awaits you with its deckchairs and straw-hut-style bar from Thursday, April 3, 2025! Enjoy a summery beach terrace with your feet in the sand, plus a marina where you can take a boat ride on the Seine! This year, brasero evenings await you as a bonus. [Read more]
Jardin21 reopens its doors in April for a season of celebration and creativity!
Sponsored - Spring is just around the corner, and with it a vibrant new season at Jardin21! Nestling on the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, this green and cultural wasteland is back in action from April 3 to September 28, 2025. With programming blending dj sets, culture, gardening and conviviality, this iconic third-place in the 19ᵉ arrondissement promises a festive, immersive escape all season long! [Read more]
The rooftop at La Bellevilloise returns for sunny days
La Bellevilloise puts its 170m2 roof to good use with the long-awaited reopening of its rooftop on April 11. [Read more]
Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view, back in April 2025
Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at the Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days on April 25, 2025. We're off to find this splendid spot just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon, with its verdant setting, unique sunset and gourmet menu... all perched 60 meters high! [Read more]
Jardin21, the green, festive, family-friendly wasteland returns along the Canal de l'Ourcq
Along the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, between Pantin and La Villette, Jardin21 is the place to be this summer. DJ sets, dance parties, children's workshops... Everyone is welcome at Jardin21, from April 3 to September 28, 2025. [Read more]
Fana, the good bistronomic restaurant and terrace Paris 18e
We'd like to take you on a tour of Fana Bistrot, a new bistronomic restaurant in the charming rue Ferdinand Flocon in Paris's 18th arrondissement. Fresh, seasonal cuisine and enchanting desserts, all served in a modern bistro setting with a terrace overlooking the Sacré Coeur, are sure to make your day. [Read more]
The Petit Moulin des Vaux de Cernay is transformed into a cultural restaurant with terrace (78)
Alert friends, the famous little Moulin des Vaux de Cernay in the Vallée de Chevreuse in the Yvelines (78), is being revived and transformed into a cultural restaurant that combines a place to eat, have a drink and relax in the sun with a cultural gallery where you can enjoy ephemeral exhibitions in a place steeped in history. [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]
French Kiss, the rooftop restaurant, bar and all-you-can-eat brunch
A new Eiffel Tower-view rooftop bar, restaurant, terrace and all-you-can-eat weekend brunch? We'll take you on a tour of French Kiss, the new spot on the outskirts of the Parc des Expositions at Porte de Versailles, where you're sure to want to relax. [Read more]
The Tour Montparnasse, a 360° view of Paris
The rooftop of the Tour Montparnasse and its open-air terrace offer an impressive view of Paris and its monuments from 210 meters above ground. [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]
Le Nid, a restaurant and terrace on the banks of the Oise at l'Isle-Adam
How about a change of scenery? Head for Isle-Adam and the banks of the river Oise to discover Le Nid, a restaurant and terrace ideally situated on the water's edge for a moment of relaxation. New decor and seaside cuisine await you. [Read more]
Griffon, a cultural and committed café-bar with a magnificent terrace in the heart of the Marais
Hot-spot alert! As summer approaches, café-bar Griffon, in the heart of the Marais district, is the place to be. With its large hidden terrace, vintage decor, on-the-go cuisine and even cultural activities, you can stay all day. [Read more]
Treize au Clubhouse, the sporty, cosy address just a stone's throw from Roland Garros
After Treize au Jardin, Laurel Coker-Sanderson and Kaysa von Sydow have struck again (or rather, smashed again): welcome to Treize au clubhouse, the restaurant where you come for lunch on your lunch break at work, brunch with the family on Sundays, dinner with friends or recharge your batteries after an intensive training session. [Read more]
La Maison Fournaise, the restaurant on the Ile des Impressionnistes in Chatou
La Maison Fournaise, the guinguette that inspired Renoir's "Déjeuner des canotiers", is reborn with a new decor, a new chef and a new menu. We're off to enjoy a bucolic break by the water. [Read more]
D'Chez Eux, local cuisine in the heart of the 7th arrondissement
If, like Jacques Chirac, you love good food and appreciate traditional French cuisine, then head to the D'Chez Eux restaurant, just a stone's throw from the Invalides; you're in for a treat! [Read more]
It's shaping up to be a hot, hot summer!
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Dates and Opening Time
From March 20, 2024 to September 20, 2024
