The 13th arrondissement of Paris doesn’t reveal all its charms at first glance, and you sometimes have to stray from the main arteries, venture toward the Butte-aux-Cailles, or look up at the towering street-art murals to understand just how much this district loves to surprise.
Along the Choisy and Ivry avenues, the Asian quarter brings its signs, its restaurants and its flavors from elsewhere. Around the Bibliothèque François-Mitterrand, modern towers, footbridges and the quays of the Seine sketch another vision of Paris. Then come the small houses and the sloping streets of the Butte-aux-Cailles and its village-like atmosphere.
Naturally, the terraces reflect this diversity: you’ll find them at the foot of the towers, on quieter plazas, along lively streets, and in the new districts near the Seine. The Terraces of Paris 13 are as much places to grab a bite as starting points to explore the different facets of the neighborhood.
World cuisine, cafes, bars and hybrid venues... Here's where to enjoy a terrace in the 13th arrondissement!
Nuit Blanche Summer, Jeudi Ok, La Casa Del Perreo... the upcoming nights at Wanderlust Paris
Wanderlust brings Parisian nights back outdoors on the Quai d’Austerlitz! DJ sets, cocktails and urban culture set the tempo for the season on its expansive terrace, now one of the summer hotspots for night owls. Check out the lineup. [Read more]
Plat/form, a cultural and festive terrace with a riverside bistro by the Seine, back this spring–summer 2026.
Plat/Form is the temporary hotspot you’ll find in Paris at the foot of the BNF. On the menu: a Seine riverside terrace, a food menu imagined by chef Romain Brechignac, weekend barbecues, and DJ sets. [Read more]
TOO Hôtel's altitude brunch: a gourmet buffet and sweeping panoramic views of Paris.
In Paris, Sunday brunch isn’t always played out at street level. At the TOO Restaurant, perched 120 meters above the ground, the brunch is savored with a panoramic view of Paris and indulgence as the main target. [Read more]
Bar du OFF Paris Seine: the unusual floating poolside bar overlooking the Seine
Looking for a spot that makes waves? The bar at OFF Paris Seine, a floating hotel-pool at the foot of the Gare d'Austerlitz, combines cocktails, a relaxed atmosphere and a unique waterside setting, for a relaxing Parisian interlude. [Read more]
Sukhothaï, the best Thai restaurant in the Buttes-aux-Cailles area of Paris 13th arrondissement
In the Butte-aux-Cailles district, the Sukhothaï restaurant offers authentic, generous Thai cuisine. Open every day, it offers homemade dishes to eat in or take away. [Read more]
La Felicità, Station F's XXL restaurant by Big Mamma
Big Mamma continues its ascent with an address even bigger, better and more impressive than its predecessors! Called La Felicità, this huge Italian restaurant x food-market awaits you at Station F, in the 13th arrondissement. 4,500m2 of floor space, including a 1,000m2 sunny terrace, 3 bars, 5 kitchens, a caffetteria open non-stop until 1 a.m. ... It's madness! [Read more]
Hôtel Rosalie, the incredibly green and quiet hotel just a stone's throw from Place d'Italie
Just a stone's throw from the bustling Place d'Italie, the calm of the Hôtel Rosalie makes you forget you're in Paris. The 4-star hotel boasts a verdant patio and a sunny rooftop. [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]
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]
Season Square, the delicious, affordable vegan canteen in the 13th arrondissement
In the 13th arrondissement, not far from the major university libraries (François Mitterand, BULAC...), you'll find a little neighborhood nugget: with its beautiful flower-filled terrace, low-priced burgers and 100% vegan cuisine, Season Square gives pride of place to generous cuisine that suits all diets. [Read more]
TOO Hôtel, the rooftop with panoramic restaurant and Skybar
TOO Hôtel is the name of Laurent Taïeb's new address at the top of the Duo Towers, between Station F and the BNF, designed by Philippe Starck. A hotel in the Paris skyline, featuring a restaurant with an exceptional panoramic view, a tree-lined spa and a Skybar. [Read more]
Fu Castella and her deliciously moist and airy cakes
Do you know castella? This pastry of Portuguese origin has finally arrived in Paris, at Fu Castella, a charming boutique-tea room. We bet you'll love this fine, moist cake! [Read more]
Pestana CR7 Paris, Cristiano Ronaldo's luxury hotel next to Austerlitz station
By 2027, football star Cristiano Ronaldo will have opened a 4-star hotel in Paris, near the Gare d'Austerlitz. [Read more]
Discover the locations of all these addresses by clicking the map at the bottom of the article
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