The beautiful days are here, and the is rising in the thermometers. If, as soon as temperatures climb above 25°C, you switch from solid to liquid, or simply prefer not to spend too much time in direct sunlight, then you might be on the hunt for a shaded terrace in Paris and Île-de-France to enjoy a spring-summer outdoors without risking a sunburn on the spot.
To let yourself unwind in a charming green oasis away from the sun, we've uncovered some beautiful spots shaded by trees or under umbrellas. These peaceful retreats are perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city streets and avoiding that painful sunburn that leaves you looking like a little lobster.
For a bucolic escape, enjoy a cocktail, or even indulge in a lunch or brunch surrounded by greenery, discover the terraces where you can escape the sun. Your sun-kissed skin will thank you!
Heads up: with the sun making an early appearance this year (we're only in February-March, after all!), make sure to double-check if these venues are already open for business!



Lovely terrace restaurant set up permanently in the gardens of the Musée Carnavalet
Fabula is dead, replaced by Joli, the now-permanent terrace restaurant at the Musée Carnavalet in Paris. An interlude in a magnificent historic and bucolic setting, but lacking in personality on the plate, all at a truly excessive price. [Read more]



Delano Café: we tested the hidden patio restaurant with Franco-Italian cuisine Paris 8e
Just a stone's throw from the Madeleine, the Maison Delano Paris is home to the Delano Café, a discreet restaurant with a vast green patio. Chef Paolo Minelli offers French cuisine with Italian accents, in an elegant, peaceful setting. [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]



Le Café A: the hidden terrace restaurant near the Canal Saint-Martin
A terrace restaurant in Paris, Café A, located in the former Récollets convent a stone's throw from the Canal Saint-Martin, unveils a vast hidden terrace in the 10th arrondissement. Open every day until 11pm, it's the ideal place to enjoy the warm weather in a peaceful setting, right in the heart of Paris. [Read more]



La Plage Parisienne, the terrace restaurant for relaxing on the banks of the Seine
Fancy a terrace by the water? Let's head for La Plage Parisienne, this year-round restaurant and terrace on the banks of the Seine in the 15th arrondissement, quai de Javel. With its vintage decor, view of the water and our very own Statue of Liberty, and a few deckchairs, it's ready for the summer months. [Read more]



Rivié, the trendy restaurant at The Hoxton Paris hotel
A charming, trendy neo-brasserie in the 2nd arrondissement, Rivié is the restaurant of The Hoxton Paris hotel. Since its opening, it has attracted Parisians and tourists from all over the world alike. [Read more]



Le Moulin de Flagy, restaurant and bucolic terrace in a former mill in Seine-et-Marne (77)
We're off to Flagy in the Seine-et-Marne, one of France's favorite villages, to discover the Moulin de Flagy, a hotel-restaurant on the banks of the Orvanne, which offers fine home cooking in a verdant setting. [Read more]



La Fantaisie, hotel, rooftop bar, restaurant, terrace and SPA
La Fantaisie, the jewel nestled in the heart of Paris's 9th arrondissement, hides some wonderful surprises. The hotel invites you to immerse yourself in a relaxing gourmet experience on Rue Cadet. A verdant patio and flower-filled rooftop terrace are just some of the discoveries to be made. [Read more]



Le Tout-Paris at Cheval Blanc Paris
Le Tout-Paris, the sublime restaurant that rules the capital, wins its first Michelin star. Located on the 7ᵉ floor of the Cheval Blanc Paris, with a terrace boasting breathtaking views of the Seine and the capital's iconic monuments, you'll discover William Bequin's beautiful contemporary French cuisine, generous and well mastered. [Read more]



Les Caryatides, Alfred Sommier's confidential and historic terrace restaurant
In the 8th arrondissement of Paris, near the Madeleine, lies the historic Hôtel Alfred Sommier. This sublime 19th century private mansion houses Les Caryatides, a confidential and hidden terrace restaurant, which is worth a visit. [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]



Ladurée's flower-filled terrace on the Champs-Elysées
On sunny days, Ladurée offers a flower-filled terrace on the Champs-Élysées! It's the perfect place to relax over breakfast or tea, surrounded by hundreds of roses. [Read more]



Ralph's, the Saint-Germain-des-Prés restaurant for American-style lunch and brunch
Ralph's, the famous American restaurant in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, offers a cozy interior, a leafy terrace and, in summer, authentic American cuisine and a gourmet brunch. [Read more]



Café Aristide, bar, restaurant and hidden terrace in Montmartre
Café Aristide opens its doors and welcomes you to its charming Bohème restaurant for a delicious moment at any time of day. From breakfast to aperitifs, dinner or lunch on its hidden terrace, this is a hidden spot that's sure to win you over. [Read more]
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