Terrace guide - activities

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.

88 Ménilmontant: La Bellevilloise's short-lived summer wasteland opens up to us

88 Ménilmontant reopened its doors on April 12, 2024, offering a green wasteland terrace and boutique workshops in the heart of Paris's 20th arrondissement.

Hollywood Savoy, the rebirth of the 2nd arrondissement's iconic restaurant

Hollywood Savoy, the iconic restaurant in the Bourse district, returns to the forefront of the Parisian scene, reviving history and gastronomy. Guillaume Benard and his Fitz Group are ready to revive the festive spirit of the place with a modern twist.

Il Giardino, the Italian terrace at Les Jardins du Faubourg in Paris

Il Giardino is the name of the restaurant at the Hôtel des Jardins du Faubourg in Paris. On the Saint-Honoré side of the 8th arrondissement, discover Chef Davide Pecorella's lovely Italian cuisine in the lush, green setting of his hidden terrace.

Living Kitchen at Zoku Paris: restaurant and rooftop terrace

We're off to discover Living Kitchen, the trendy rooftop spot from Zoku Paris, offering a restaurant, bar and festive terrace in the 17th arrondissement.

Laho: the Parisian rooftop with a sublime view is back!

Laho, Paris's rooftop restaurant at Gare de Lyon, with its breathtaking 360-degree views, is back for sunny days this April 26, 2024. 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!

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 fruit of a partnership between the Leitmotiv group and talented chef Dominique Crenn, 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.

Le Rooftop de la Villa M, restaurant and terrace bar

Looking for the best rooftop terraces in Paris? The Rooftop de la Villa M, in the 15th arrondissement, opens its relaxing oasis from April to September. How about a bit of height?

La Guinguette des Maquereaux, the marine spot in Nogent-sur Marne

In Nogent-sur-Marne, the Maquereaux family have opened their second address, the Guinguette des Maquereaux, and we're looking forward to enjoying it until the end of the summer!

Paris 2024: Terrace opening extended to midnight during the Olympic Games

Paris is gearing up for an Olympic summer! From July 1, 2024, the capital's 3,000 or so ephemeral terraces will be open until midnight, an initiative by Mayor Anne Hidalgo to liven up summer evenings. Bars, meanwhile, will be able to stay open on the nights of the Olympic Games opening and closing ceremonies.

Rosa Bonheur à l'Ouest, the festive barge on the Quays of Asnières-sur-Seine (92)

Rosa à l'Ouest, Rosa Bonheur's signature guinguette, is back after a short closure for renovations in winter 2024, with its usual festive, family-friendly program from Thursday to Sunday, every week!

Pingwoo, the restaurant - coffee and flowery brunch with crunchy cat lattes

Pingwoo is the name of a charming little coffee shop worth trying out. A cafe-canteen with a weekend brunch, this flowery place offers real home-style fusion cuisine and gourmet pastries, accompanied by its famous cat lattes.

La Nouvelle Seine: the restaurant-bar, terrace and shows opposite Notre-Dame

The La Nouvelle Seine barge, located at the foot of Notre-Dame in Paris, offers a beautiful restaurant on the water, as well as a terrace bar where you can soak up the sun. Then continue on to the theater section for a comedy show, one-man show or cabaret.

Fluctuart, the urban art center and its open-air terrace a stone's throw from Les Invalides

Fluctuart, the first floating urban art center, invites you to discover its exhibitions and rooftop all year round. An artistic spot on the Pont des Invalides, 100% free of charge, for all street art fans!

The Winter Chalet at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme for the 2023-2024 season

It's the return of the mountain chalet on the winter terrace of the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, from November 13, 2023 until February 29, 2024. For this new season, the chalet will feature the cuisine of Jean-François Rouquette, with his famous raclette for dinner! But also a lunch menu to discover.

Le Véro-Dodat, the authentic Brasserie-tea room in a historic covered passageway

Tucked away in the Galerie Véro-Dodat covered passageway is the Brasserie - Salon de thé of the same name: Le Véro-Dodat. With its blend of local cuisine and home-made gourmet tea, it's a great place to take a break from the past.

Le Petit Cormier, a friendly café with a lovely green terrace, in Montigny-sur-Loing (77)

In Seine-et-Marne, if you take the Transilien R line into the département, you'll soon come across Montigny-sur-Loing, a charming village on the banks of the Loing, where you'll also find a lovely café, Le Petit Cormier.

Auburn, the gourmet coffee-shop and its quiet terrace nestled in a confidential square in Paris

Auburn is the place to go to enjoy gourmet, simple, healthy cuisine based on the finest produce, as well as fine coffees and teas, all in a relaxing setting on a quiet square in the middle of Paris's bustling Haussmann district. We take you inside this elegant coffee-shop where you'll feel right at home.

Sicily in Paris on The Hoxton's summer terrace

The Hoxton Paris unveils an ephemeral terrace that takes you to Sicily.

Le Bar Perché: a literary bar & terrace with a view rises to the 7th floor of Printemps Haussmann

Printemps Haussmann continues to surprise us with the opening of the Bar Perché, a hot new literary spot where you can relax and enjoy a good cup of coffee accompanied by delicacies. A veritable cocoon for book lovers and unusual addresses, it's the perfect place to nibble on a snack throughout the day, or to enjoy the terrace with its privileged view of the Eiffel Tower.