To make the most of Paris in the summertime, it pays to know the city’s best hideaways. From sun-drenched terraces and discreet rooftops to stylish cocktail bars, here is our selection of the best places to enjoy the French capital this summer.
Now that summer has finally arrived in Paris, it’s time to make the most of it. Across the city’s many neighborhoods and arrondissements, some of the capital’s finest venues are coming back into the spotlight. From a rooftop perched atop a luxury hotel and a shaded palace patio to a new terrace inspired by Mediterranean living, this season’s offerings are as varied as they are enticing.
Whether you’re looking for a drink, a quick bite, or a leisurely dinner, Paris offers no shortage of exceptional destinations. Here are some of the best places to discover this summer.
Throughout the summer, The Peninsula Paris transforms its Kléber Terrace into one of the city’s most desirable outdoor destinations. From June 1 to September 28, guests can experience Les Échappées, a convivial and indulgent dining concept designed to feel like an evening brunch.
Seated beneath the stunning glass canopy, diners begin with a selection of sharing plates, including vitello tonnato, sea bream ceviche, thinly sliced Iberian ham, and burrata with seasonal salads. The experience continues with a barbecue buffet featuring miso-glazed salmon skewers and herb-roasted lamb shoulder, before ending on a sweet note with vanilla flan, rhubarb panna cotta, and strawberry carpaccio.
The menu is curated by two-Michelin-starred chef David Bizet and pastry chef Anne Coruble, and is accompanied by live music performances throughout the evening.
Located within the Museum of Modern Art of Paris, Corail boasts an exceptional terrace overlooking both the Eiffel Tower and the Seine. Surrounded by the museum’s impressive architecture, guests are transported to the Mediterranean through a menu focused on fresh, sun-filled flavors.
Seasonal dishes include premium cuts of meat, grilled octopus, tartares, and ceviches, all served in a relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of a stylish seaside holiday home.
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Every summer, the hidden patio of La Réserve Paris reopens to guests. Nestled within one of the capital’s most discreet palace hotels, the terrace of La Pagode de Cos offers a tranquil escape from the bustle of the nearby Champs-Élysées.
Shaded by lush greenery, this intimate oasis provides the perfect setting to enjoy the refined cuisine of Michelin-starred chef Jérôme Banctel, whose seasonal menu is perfectly suited to warm summer evenings.
For summer 2025, the beautiful gardens of the Carnavalet Museum welcome JOLI, a permanent restaurant replacing the former seasonal concept Fabula.
Chef Issac Romero presents a menu that reinterprets French gastronomic classics through subtle Japanese influences. Somewhere between a chic bistro and a cosmopolitan brasserie, guests can enjoy slow-cooked meats, marinated fish, and inventive vegetable-focused dishes.
Desserts are crafted by pastry chef Paloma Laguette, while cocktails and mocktails are designed by mixologist Clément Brousset.
The capital’s newest design hotel has finally unveiled its rooftop terrace. Located on the 10th floor above the Batignolles district, it offers sweeping views over one of Paris’s most vibrant neighborhoods.
Guests can enjoy an excellent wine list, signature cocktails, and a selection of globally inspired snacks in a relaxed and stylish setting.
Tucked away behind a large gate and a discreet doorway, Hôtel Particulier Montmartre is home to one of Paris’s most secret terraces.
Its secluded garden, dotted with just a handful of tables, offers a rare sense of calm in the heart of the city. Whether for lunch, drinks, or dinner, it is the perfect place to escape the urban buzz.
One of the newest addresses to know in central Paris, Maslow Temple is the third restaurant from the team behind Maslow: Mehdi Favri, Julia Chican, and Marine Ricklin.
As with their previous ventures, vegetables take center stage. The entirely vegetarian menu draws inspiration from street food culture and Japanese cuisine. Guests dine within a spectacular setting designed by architect Juliette Rubel, featuring dramatic Eiffel-style metal walkways and soaring interiors.
Outside, the sun-filled terrace is quickly becoming one of the city’s most sought-after summer spots.
From July 1 through the end of September 2025, Le Bristol Paris presents an exclusive terrace created in partnership with Champagne house Krug.
Set within the palace’s elegant French garden, this seasonal dining experience, designed alongside chef Arnaud Faye, celebrates exceptional food and champagne pairings.
The menu features crudos, gourmet pizzas, original creations, and a seven-course tasting menu, all complemented by some of Krug’s finest cuvées.
