Our 5 favorite rooftops open in September (for some back-to-school perspective)

Looking for some height in Paris? Here are five exceptional rooftops where you can enjoy the capital’s finest views, between cocktails, gastronomy and cultural escapism.

Summer in Paris isn’t just spent on the banks of the Seine or the terraces of cafés. In recent years, the capital has seen the emergence of rooftops as stylish as they are gourmet, where people come for the view as much as for the food. And in 2025, the trend is set to continue: Parisian rooftops are becoming the new scenes of summer chic, combining design, music, culture and culinary delights. Here’s a roundup of must-visit addresses.

Aqua Kyoto: refined Japan with a view of the Eiffel Tower

The latest addition to the Paris rooftop scene, Aqua Kyoto promises an unparalleled experience when it opens on September 1, 2025. Located on the 7th floor of 26 avenue des Champs-Élysées, the venue offers spectacular views of the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Grand Palais. The décor, inspired by contemporary Japan, blends Zen minimalism with urban elegance. On the menu: sushi, sashimi and perfectly calibrated cocktails in a chic, ultra-photogenic atmosphere.

📍 26, avenue des Champs-Élysées, Paris 8e

Han Rooftop: the perched Korean experience

Atop the Musée National des Arts Asiatiques – Guimet, the Han Rooftop is an address in a class of its own. Here, Korean street food meets a breathtaking view of the Eiffel Tower, for a result that’s both exotic and profoundly Parisian.

Behind the stoves, chef Young Kyoung Lee, already known for her restaurant Misso, offers a generous menu faithful to the flavors of Seoul: kimbap, fried chicken, revisited hot dogs and fried seafood to share. A festive atmosphere is guaranteed every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening, thanks to Asian DJ sets by female artists. Culture, music and cuisine: the perfect cocktail for a vibrant summer.

📍 Musée Guimet, 6 Place d’Iéna, 75116 Paris

Madame Rêve: chic in the 1st arrondissement

Tucked away atop the former Poste du Louvre, the rooftop of Hôtel Madame Rêve is a bubble of calm and elegance. The view of Parisian rooftops, bell towers and spires is a rare poetry, especially in the late afternoon, when the light gilds the Haussmann buildings.

There’s no stage or crowds here, just shareable Mediterranean dishes, refined cocktails and service that’s as attentive as it is discreet. An ideal place for an intimate interlude, just a stone’s throw from the Palais Royal.

📍 48 Rue du Louvre, 75001 Paris

La Terrasse du W: green luxury at the Warwick

The Terrasse du W, perched on the 8th floor of the Hôtel Warwick Champs-Élysées, is still a secret but deserves to be discovered. With a frontal view of the Eiffel Tower, a hushed ambience and a hanging garden in the heart of the 8th arrondissement, this rooftop ticks all the boxes.

The elegant menu celebrates French gastronomy with seasonal produce and a touch of creativity. Perfect for a romantic dinner or a quiet drink, away from the tourist crowds of the area.

📍 5 Rue de Berri, 75008 Paris

Dame des Arts: arty elegance on the Left Bank

Head for the 6th arrondissement, where the rooftop bar of the Dame des Arts hotel offers one of the most comprehensive views of Paris: Notre-Dame, Saint-Germain, the Eiffel Tower, you name it. The gilded décor flirts with the surreal, while the menu focuses on a few well-thought-out cocktails, to be enjoyed at sunset.

A confidential and precious spot, reserved for lovers of calm and beauty, far from the hustle and bustle of the Marais or the Golden Triangle. Perfect for a romantic rendezvous high above the ground.

📍 4 Rue Danton, 75006 Paris

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