Paris is a city with an abundance of rooftop bars. The "problem" is that there are so many rooftops here that it's almost impossible to decide which ones to go to. We've done the hard work for you, so you can navigate in the Paris rooftop jungle in an easy way.
We recently visited over 25 rooftop bars in Paris and also made some research among locals, so we could narrow it down to the 5 rooftops we beleive deserves a visit in 2025.
We’ve saved all the best videos and photos for each rooftop, so you don’t have to scroll around on social media to find it yourselves.
For each rooftop, this article comes packed with:
Two tips from us before visiting one or more of these superb rooftop bars are to plan your visit for lunch and come hungry, as most of them serve delicious food.
Ambiance: For one of the best outlooks in Paris, head up to the rooftop of the Galeries Lafayette department store. Eight floors up, this 1 500m2 terrace offers a really impressive 360° view over Paris, with the Opera House in close range and the Eiffel Tower as the stately backdrop. But not only about views, the terrace also holds a colorful and creative rooftop bar and restaurant called Créatures Paris.
Drinks & Food: The rooftop restaurant offers a seasonal and 100% vegetarian menu, packed with colorful salads and other creative sensations, combining Mediterranean flavours with Tel-Aviv influences. The food is served daily as lunch and dinner, and in between and after you can also enjoy some refreshing drinks from the cocktail bar. Here you find signature creations focusing on herbs and plants, but also a nice selection of wine, champagne and juices.
What we think: Given the location, Créatures is of course the perfect spot for a break in a day filled with shopping. Créatures rooftop mixes a relaxing Mediterranean vibe with a large hint of Parisian trendiness. This urban rooftop escape has quickly become highly popular, and while reservations are possible for lunch, dinner and drinks work on a first-come, first served basis. So be in good time to catch one of the prime spots.
Dress code: The Créatures Paris dress code is casual. Casual dress code refers to clothing that is informal and comfortable, yet clean and professional. It’s best to go with nicer casual wear and avoid the baggier items you wear around the house.
CREATURES PARIS
Ambiance: Perched on top of an old industrial building close to the Ménilmontant metro station, this is the original Le Perchoir Rooftop. Divided into two, the 7th floor rooftop is home to Le Bar, while the floor below holds Restaurant Le Perchoir par Adrien Cachot. Open and airy during summer, a retractable roof and heaters also make the terrace a year-round venue.
Drinks and Food: The Le Perchoir rooftop bar serves both creative signature cocktails and Le Perchoir classics, as well as wine by the glass or bottle, and beer on draught or as imported bottles. There is also a snack shack offering tasty bar bites, but for a full dinner, head down to La Table restaurant and enjoy the French cuisine.
What we think: Vibrant, festive and trendy in atmosphere, Le Perchoir Ménilmontant might have a somewhat hidden entrance, but it is still a highly popular venue. So the recommendation is to be here early to avoid waiting in line, or book a table at the 6th floor restaurant. The rooftop terrace is both spacious, charming and natural, with a stylish bar and comfy sofas surrounded with colourful plants and scented herbs. And, an amazing 360-degree view over the Paris skyline, extra special when the sun sets over the Sacré-Coeur.
Dress code: The Le Perchoir Ménilmontant dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
LE PERCHOIR MENILMONTANT
Ambiance: Laho is a green and lush Paris rooftop, offering some really breathtaking views over the capital skyline. Located just a stone's throw from Gare de Lyon railway station, a private elevator will take you 60 meters above the hustle and bustle of the Paris streets. Here you do not only find an amazing view, but also an exotic and unique terrace, mixing flowers and plants with trendy dining tables and comfy loungers.
Drinks and Food: Open without reservation from Tuesday to Saturday from 6pm to midnight, Laho Rooftop serves beautiful plates with seasonal and quality products, created by chef Julie Basset. Enjoy dishes with something from the fine selection of wines, available by both glass and bottle, or just settle for a classic crafted cocktail.
What we think: We’ve only been here once, and it was love at first sight! The view is of course the main thing up here. But you can also head up to Laho Rooftop and enjoy the great lounge atmosphere (often with live-DJs creating the soundtrack), friendly service and, maybe most of all, some amazing sunsets over Paris.
Dress code: The Laho Rooftop dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
LAHO ROOFTOP
Ambiance: Perruche is a 500m2 rooftop cocktail bar and restaurant, perched on the top floor of the shopping center Printemps Haussmann, Men's Store. Lush and garden like, with 'summerish' lounge sofas and dining tables, the rooftop terrace offers a magnificent 360° view of Paris. Open daily from lunch to late night, the rooftop offers seating both at the lovely terrace and also in the very stylish indoor restaurant, complete with panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows.
Drinks and Food:Enjoy sunny cocktails that remind you of a seaside holiday, or choose from a food menu that is rather short but delicious, offering seasonal and colourful dishes that are made perfect to share.
What we think: Given the location, Perruche is of course a perfect pit-stop in a day of shopping, but this sophisticated, chic and Mediterranean-ish oasis is worth a visit any time of the day. Or at night, when the rhythm of live music fills the terrace. Popular spot in summer, so reservations at lunch / dinner time is recommended.
Dress code: The Perruche dress code is casual. Casual dress code refers to clothing that is informal and comfortable, yet clean and professional. It’s best to go with nicer casual wear and avoid the baggier items you wear around the house.
PERRUCHE
Ambiance: Housed in a beautiful 1917 Art Nouveau building, moments away from Opéra Garnier and the Tuileries Gardens, the modern and fabulous hotel Kimpton St Honoré Paris comes with an equally fabulous rooftop bar, called Sequoia. Elegant and filled with greenery, the rooftop terrace is truly an elevated garden escape. Dotted with stylish lounge sofas and dining tables, you are also surrounded with panoramic and iconic 360° views over central Paris and its famous monuments.
Drinks and Food: A must for cocktail lovers, up here you can taste the best classics and signature creations. Since 2023, head bartender Thomas also pays tribute to the iconic Spritz cocktail, with various reinterpretations. The Sequoia rooftop menu also includes a short but fine selection of wine and champagne, and a smaller array of finger food.
What we think: One of our favorite rooftop bars in Paris for many years. And also in 2025! A bubble of relaxation high above Paris, you can visit Sequoia Rooftop Bar for afternoons, signature cocktails at sunset, or come at night for an intimate and candle-lit atmosphere to wine and dine. The rooftop is a walk-in only venue, and only available to reserve for private events. Note that there is a minimum spend of 50€ per person.
Dress code: The Sequoia Rooftop Bar dress code is smart casual. Smart casual is an approach to dressing professionally that mixes trendier pieces in with classic staples. The goal is an appearance that’s clean and professional but doesn’t look too formal.
SEQUOIA ROOFTOP BAR
Hans has visited over 500 rooftop bars, 200 rooftop pools and 300 rooftop restaurants since 2015. This vast experience has made Hans a true rooftop expert, and one of the most knowledgeable in the field. Today, numerous of travel magazines, bloggers and media websites contact Hans to get his expertise on rooftops.
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