Bank holiday in sight, clear skies (we believe it!), solar mood activated - this Thursday, May 29, 2025, there's no question of staying indoors!Ascension sounds like an invitation to take to the skies - literally. Hidden terraces, fashionable rooftops, trendy open-air cafés for a drink or a bite to eat... Paris and the Île-de-France region will be showcasing their finest open-air HQs to celebrate the art of the raised glass and the light fork.
What to do this Thursday, May 29, 2025 Ascension Day holiday in Paris & Île-de-France, ideas for outings
Looking for ideas for Ascension Day in Paris, and in particular for this Thursday, May 29, 2025 holiday? We've come up with the best ideas for a great day out, with a host of events and good deals open on this day. [Read more]
Whether you're looking for an urban deck with a 360° view of the capital's rooftops, a guinguette with its feet in the water (or rather the Seine), an urban jungle-style perched bar or an arty terrace hidden behind an innocuous facade, everything is there to activate relaxation mode. Cocktails, small dishes to share, sunny plates, a DJ set in the background (but not too loud), deckchairs as an option... each venue has its own atmosphere, its own audience, its own vibe!
This Thursday, we're swapping the checkered tablecloth for a chic parasol, and the packed lunch for well-turned tapas. The watchword? Chill out at altitude (or not), glass in hand, sun on your cheek, glasses on your nose and Paris at your feet.
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]
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]
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]
L'écu de France, a gourmet restaurant in a historic setting on the banks of the Marne (94)
L'Écu de France is a gourmet French restaurant located in the heart of a former coaching inn dating from 1717, on the banks of the Marne River. A good address in the Val-de-Marne that's well worth the detour! [Read more]
Plat/form, a cultural and festive terrace on the banks of the Seine, returns this spring/summer 2025
Plat/Form is the ephemeral living space that awaits you in Paris at the foot of the BNF. On the menu: a terrace on the banks of the Seine, a food menu imagined by chef Chloé Charles, street art and programming for young and old. [Read more]
Quai de la Photo in Paris: Jonk's photographs adorn the summer terrace
With the arrival of fine weather, the number of terraces in Paris is on the rise. For a sunny, artistic break overlooking the Seine, head for the Quai de la Photo terrace in the 13th arrondissement. This year, urbex photographer Jonk will be exhibiting 33 images from his "Naturalia" series. [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]
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]
L'Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, the restaurant with confidential bucolic terrace
Looking for serenity, calm and greenery in the heart of Paris? Discover the restaurant and hidden garden terraces of the Hôtel Particulier Montmartre, a bucolic and confidential setting in the heart of the 18th arrondissement. A former Hermès residence, this secret spot, accessible via the Rocher de la Sorcière passage, invites you to discover its lush garden, refined bistronomic cuisine and cocktail bar all summer long. Open every day, from breakfast to dinner, including brunch and cocktails. [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]
On May 29, we sit on the terrace and enjoy our day off!
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What to do this Thursday, May 29, 2025 Ascension Day holiday in Paris & Île-de-France, ideas for outings
