Paris’s Best Rooftop Bars: 10+ Incredible Spots for Drinks with a View
Last Updated on 17th July 2026 by Sophie Nadeau
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There’s nowhere in the world quite like Paris. With its elegant rooftops, grand boulevards, and iconic skyline, it’s no surprise that the city has inspired some of the world’s greatest artists and writers. And while there’s plenty to admire from street level, some of the best views are found high above it.
Best rooftop bars in Paris
ILVOLO BAR ROOFTOP
257 Rue de Vaugirard 7e étage, 75015 Paris, France
If you’re in search of a wonderful and fun place to grab a cocktail in the 15th arrondissement, then you need to head to ILVOLO rooftop bar, which is actually part of the Novotel hotel (find hotel details here) on the border with the 14th arrondissement.
Though the cocktails and wines are a little on the pricey side of things, the view is well worth it if you’re looking for a special occasion view.
It goes without saying that, if you truly want to experience the best of the view, then you should be sure to head to the rooftop bar at sunset so that you get to see the Eiffel Tower transform from day to night.
Bar Le Perchoir
14 Rue Crespin du Gast, 75011 Paris, France
Hip, trendy and chic, Bar Le Perchoir is located in the middle of Le Marais, not far from Hôtel de Ville. The open-air bar is open on a daily basis and offers 360-degree views over the city. Pick up a glass of French wine here and admire the view with your friends.
Café Richelieu (Café Angelina)
Musée du Louvre, 75001 Paris, France
Located above the iconic Louvre Pyramid, sip on an espresso and enjoy one of the most famous courtyards in the world… There’s indoor and outdoor seating, meaning that it’s possible to enjoy a view over the Louvre Courtyard no matter what the weather! I would like to note that while the view is absolutely worth it, the service here can be inconsistent which is frustrating considering it’s quite expensive!
L’Oiseau Blanc – Rooftop restaurant & La terrasse Kléber
19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France
Not far from the Eiffel Tower and offering fantastic views over the city, there’s an indoor and outdoor area, making the rooftop restaurant and bar perfect for all weather situations.
Hôtel National des Arts et Métiers
243 Rue Saint-Martin, 75003 Paris, France
A little more of a hidden gem, this rooftop bar can be found located on the 7th floor of the hotel. While the bar doesn’t serve food, they do offer a wide selection of fancy cocktails (with fancy prices €€€!) One of the best things about this rooftop view has to be the simplicity of the view; it’s nestled amongst the Haussmannian and Mansard architecture, with chimney stumps poking out and stretching on for miles each way.
SKYBAR PARIS ROOFTOP (Montparnasse)
19 Rue du Commandant René Mouchotte, 75014 Paris, France
High above the clouds, some 115 meters above the streets of Paris, and on the 32nd floor of the Pullman Paris Montparnasse, you’ll find the city’s highest rooftop bar. Chic and trendy, there’s actually a bit of a dress code to go here, and so you’ll need to wear smart casual (as a minimum). Not to be confused with the nearby Montparnasse, which makes for an excellent place to soak up views of the city!
Maggie
55 Blvd Marguerite de Rochechouart, 75009 Paris, France
“Pigalle’s most beautiful rooftop” – this is the ultimate spot to head to if you’re looking for stunning views overlooking Montmartre’s sparkling white Sacré Coeur. Located on the 9th floor of the Hôtel Rochechouart in the 9th arrondissement, this rooftop bar boasts one of the most stunning 360-degree panoramic views of Paris. Indeed, look the other way, and you can even see the Eiffel Tower! The rooftop typically operates on a walk-in basis only, so if you wish to see sunset views, you’ll need to head here pretty early.
Terrasse de l’hôtel Raphael
17 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris, France
Just next door to l’Oiseau Blanc, you’ll find the Raphael Hotel terrace. And with one of the best views over Paris, it should come as no surprise that food, and indeed drinks, here do not come cheap. With glasses of wine starting at over €15, this is not somewhere to come on a whim, but more of the kind of place to save for a special occasion…
Le Bar à Bulles (located on the roof of La Machine du Moulin Rouge)
4 Cité Véron, 75018, Paris, France
One of the most iconic places to enjoy a drink in Paris sits just above the legendary Moulin Rouge. Tucked away at the end of the leafy Cité Véron passageway, it feels like a hidden escape from the busy streets of Pigalle.
Here, you can sip cocktails in the shadow of the famous red windmill, while relaxing on the terrace or in the cosy indoor space. It’s an ideal spot for a pre-show aperitif, a laid-back afternoon drink, or an evening with friends if you’re looking for somewhere with the ultimate unique Parisian atmosphere.
Best rooftops (without the bar, but the view!)
If you can’t/ don’t want to visit a bar or hotel, then there are plenty of other options available to you. After all, some of the best Parisian Rooftop Terraces come in the form of shopping centres and museums. Here are some of my favourite terraces the city of love has to offer:
Printemps
58 Bd Haussmann, 75009 Paris, France
One of my personal favourite rooftops in Paris actually happens to be rarely spoken about. Tucked away on the 7th floor of the Printemps department store, this free to visit viewing terrace offers spectacular views towards the Eiffel Tower.
]From here you can also see iconic sights such as Les Invalides and the Haussmannian architecture that is so synonymous with the city.
Galeries Lafayette
40 Boulevard Haussmann, 75009 Paris, France
This rooftop terrace sits atop of one of the city’s most famous department stores. Located in an easy to reach location, not far from the Louvre, it’s accessible via a set of escalators on the 6th floor of the building. It’s also worth noting that a trip to Galeries Lafayette can easily be combined with a visit to the nearby Printemps rooftop terrace. Although both rooftops are in similar locations, they offer completely different views over the city.
Georges Pompidou Centre
Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004 Paris, France
This art museum sits squarely in the middle of Le Marais and is home to plenty of modern masterpieces. Not only is it home to the likes of Picasso and Braques, but it is also the location of one of the best Parisian rooftops in the city. From here, you can garner a bird’s eye perspective of the Notre Dame Cathedral, among other iconic Parisian sites.
Notre Dame de Paris
6 Parvis Notre-Dame – Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris, France
You often have to queue to visit the top of Notre Dame de Paris for a couple of hours, meaning that this trip is only worth it if you have plenty of time in Paris. Located at the very heart of Île de la Cité, Notre Dame sits on its own, separated from the rest of the city by the Seine. Wait in line to climb the tower, and you’ll come face to face with some of the site’s infamous gargoyles, and gigcantic bells.
Tour Montparnasse
One of my favourite and lesser-visited views of the city has to be the Montparnasse Observatory and its sweeping panoramic 56th-floor observation deck. You’ll likely have seen this tall skyscraper sticking out of the city’s skyline; indeed, it caused quite the stir when it was completed in 1973. This 210-meter dark, monolithic skyscraper was harshly criticised for clashing with Paris’s classic, low-rise architecture. So much so that the backlash prompted the French government to ban skyscrapers in central Paris entirely!
Nevertheless, you can still visit this observation deck and ride the elevator to the observation deck. In fact, the elevators are as exciting as the views, whisking passengers from the ground floor to the 56th floor in a record-breaking 38 seconds.
Please note: Tour Montparnasse is currently closed for renovations as of March 2026. They do not plan to open this back up until 2030.
Arc de Triomphe
Place Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris, France
Of all the Parisian rooftops on this list, the Arc de Triomphe offers my favourite view of the city. I’ve said it before, and no doubt I’ll say it again, but one of my all time favourite views over the city comes in the form of the Arc de Triomphe. And with views over the Eiffel Tower, and the Champs Élysées, it’s hard not to fall in love with the gorgeous view.
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Thanks for the tip to not go up the Eiffel Tower, which led me to this article. Having 2 young kids, we decided not to queue for the top of Arc de Triomphe, and so took a stroll to visit both the Printemps rooftop terrace and Galeries Lafayette. We particularly loved sitting outside on the penultimate floor at Printemps for food and drinks while enjoying the amazing view!
Thank you for your lovely comment. I’m glad that you had a wonderful time in Paris 🙂
On my last Paris visit I noticed a number of buildings with walls that were made up of mixed building materials of a number of different types that seemed like they might be from a number of different time periods. Often several types could be in a very small space on a wall. I suppose I noticed this the most when walking along the Promenade Plantee and looking at walls on buildings along the way. I haven’t found much about this except for a few very general comments. I wondered about the historical background for this. Have you noticed?