Popular Rooftop Chill Out Zones in Paris

Unlike New York or London, Paris has no skyline dominated by towering skyscrapers competing for attention. Since practically all buildings are limited to six stories in height, the skyline is far more colorful, diverse, and expansive. If you visit even one of the best rooftop terraces in Paris, you will be treated to breathtaking views of the city's terracotta pot chimneys, vast swaths of green from the verdant parks, rooftop gardens, and the one-of-a-kind architectural masterpieces of the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, Sacre-Coeur, and the Arc de Triomphe, among many others. You'll find a collection of our top picks below.

• Eiffel Tower Le Jules Verne

Consuming your meal atop the Eiffel Tower will get you access to some of the city's most breathtaking panoramas. The well-known Le Jules Verne restaurant, located at the very top of the monument, has recently undergone renovations and a change in ownership and chefs. The restaurant was just given one Michelin star. The most cost-effective choice is the lunch menu, which includes three dishes and costs less than 140 euros per person. 

• Peninsula Hotel

On the rooftop of the five-star Peninsula Hotel, guests can choose between two different dining and drinking venues. The exotic cocktails served at Le Rooftop include the Paper Plane, which is made with bourbon, Aperol, and lemon; the Peach Airline, which is made with Champagne, Chartreuse, and peach; and the non-alcoholic drinks served there include the Tropical Destination, which is mixed with coconut cream, pineapple, mint, and sparkling water. Le Rooftop is open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. The furniture is all wicker and upholstered with soft cushions. It is arranged in a sophisticated luxury style and is surrounded by a garden of flowers and plants. A small selection of cuisine is available, including cheeseburgers, club sandwiches, and shrimp cooked in a wok.

• Georges At The Pompidou Center

Launched in 1977, the Center Pompidou is considered the most important museum of modern art in Paris. However, a significant element of its appeal has always been the architecture, which continues to be the subject of debate. Its bare pipes and beams give the impression of an inside-out factory structure. Georges, a sprawling restaurant and bar on the hotel's spacious rooftop, is a popular destination due to its elevated position ten stories above the city. The Eiffel Tower, Sacre-Coeur and Montmartre, and Notre Dame Cathedral are some sights that can be seen from these unparalleled vantage points.

When the weather is nice, diners at Georges can choose to sit inside or on the restaurant's terrace, both of which feature floor-to-ceiling windows. The varied menu features traditional dishes in France, the United States, and Asia, in addition to a wide variety of drinks and cocktails. At Georges, dining and drinking come at a price, with the typical three-course meal with wine costing roughly sixty euros for each individual. If you don't feel like eating lunch or supper, there's a section of Georges that's dedicated solely to cocktails.

• L'Oiseau Blanc

The two French aviators, Charles Nungesser and Francois Coli, who in 1927 were the first men to undertake a trans-Atlantic non-stop crossing, served as the inspiration for the concept of the elegant rooftop restaurant known as L'Oiseau Blanc, which translates to "the white bird." The exact reproduction of the plane they flew, which is hung from the restaurant's rooftop and faces the Eiffel Tower, is the primary focus of the establishment's design aesthetic.

L'Oiseau Blanc is pleased to announce that it was awarded a Michelin star in 2020 and now features a dinner service that includes an a la carte menu and a tasting menu consisting of five courses.

• Hotel Raphael 

The Hotel Raphael has one of the city's most sophisticated rooftop bars. The magnificent Paris hotels from the Belle Epoque era of the late 19th century are brought back to life at the Hotel Raphael, which is situated in the chic 16th arrondissement of the city.

The seventh-floor open-air rooftop bar, often known as the garden in the sky, is operational from April through September. In addition to serving only Veuve Clicquot Champagne, the bar also allows guests to personalize their lunch bento box. You can use their website to make reservations for the lunch service. However, if you are coming for drinks after 3 p.m., you do not need to make a reservation.

Final Say

Paris is a wonderful destination if you are looking forward to having some great vacation time abroad. For longer stays you can easily opt for long term holiday rentals in Paris and make your stay shrink into a small budget.