After dark · Paris, France
15 Best Bars & Nightlife Spots in Paris
Pub St Germain leads the night. The rest of Paris's best pours follow, by real review volume.
Order reflects real review volume, out of 344 tracked Paris places. Refreshed monthly.
Pub St Germain
BarPub St Germain is a quintessential Parisian bar located on the bustling Rue de l'Ancienne Comédie in the 6th arrondissement, steps from the Odéon metro.
Read our full guide →Le Speakeasy Paris, Festive Restaurant & Piano Club, Night Cub.
BarFree entryLe Speakeasy Paris is a multifaceted entertainment venue in the 16th arrondissement, blending the charm of a speakeasy with the energy of a nightclub.
Read our full guide →Little Red Door
BarLittle Red Door is a renowned cocktail bar tucked away on Rue Charlot in the vibrant Marais neighborhood of Paris.
Read our full guide →Harry's New York Bar
BarHarry's New York Bar is a historic cocktail bar located in the heart of Paris, just steps from the Opéra Garnier.
Read our full guide →Moonshiner
BarMoonshiner is a hidden bar tucked away behind a unassuming façade on Rue Sedaine in the lively Bastille area of Paris.
Read our full guide →Solera Paris : Bar à Cocktail
BarNestled on Rue St Jacques in the heart of Paris's Latin Quarter, Solera Paris is a cocktail bar that exudes understated elegance.
Read our full guide →Dirty Dick
BarFree entryDirty Dick is a standout bar in the vibrant Pigalle neighborhood of Paris, known for its unapologetically fun pirate theme.
Read our full guide →Le 153 Bar & Cocktails
BarLe 153 Bar & Cocktails is a hidden gem on Rue Saint-Martin in the trendy Marais district.
Read our full guide →Experimental Cocktail Club
BarTucked away behind an unmarked door on Rue Saint-Sauveur, the Experimental Cocktail Club (ECC) is a pioneer of Paris's craft cocktail revival.
Read our full guide →Le Syndicat Paris
BarLe Syndicat is a hidden gem in the vibrant Faubourg Saint-Denis neighborhood, dedicated to showcasing French spirits and cocktail culture.
Read our full guide →La Petite
BarFree entryLa Petite is a charming wine bar nestled on Rue Lacépède in Paris's Latin Quarter.
Read our full guide →Velvet Bar Paris
BarVelvet Bar Paris is a stylish cocktail lounge located in the heart of Paris on Rue Saint-Honoré, near the Louvre and Palais Royal.
Read our full guide →Danico
BarFree entryDanico is a speakeasy-style cocktail bar tucked away behind an unassuming newspaper kiosk on Rue Vivienne in the Palais Royal neighborhood.
Read our full guide →Tiger
BarTiger is a vibrant cocktail bar tucked away on Rue Princesse in the heart of Paris's Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood.
Read our full guide →The Cambridge Public House
BarFree entryThe Cambridge Public House is a traditional British pub located in Paris's vibrant Marais district at 8 Rue de Poitou.
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How we pick these
Bars, pubs and nightlife in Paris ranked by how highly people rate them, drawn from the 344 places we track. Updated monthly.
Good to know
Most bars in Paris fill up later in the evening rather than right after work.
A few rooftop and cocktail spots have a smart-casual door policy.
Check the last metro or line up a ride before a late night out.
Common questions
Where is the nightlife in Paris?+
This list ranks the best-rated bars and nightlife spots in Paris so you can find the right area for the night you want.
What time do bars close in Paris?+
Closing times vary by venue and neighborhood; late-night spots are noted where we have hours.
Is Paris good for a night out?+
Yes — from relaxed pubs to late bars, the highest-rated options are all here.
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