Everything you must do in Paris in June

A whirlwind of events awaits this radiant June, promising delightful surprises! Our list of must-dos not to be missed? Enjoying a drink on the Brach rooftop with Minuty or at a secret Left Bank hotel, spending a Sunday at the racetrack for the Prix de Diane Longines, catching a film at the Champs-Élysées Film Festival, savoring palace-style pastries at the new Ritz patisserie, listening to electronic music in Paris's most beautiful garden, or reminiscing about our clubbing years at an exciting exhibition.

This summer, the rooftop of Brach Paris in the chic 16th arrondissement transforms into a slice of the French Riviera. With its panoramic views of the Eiffel Tower, the space takes on a Provençal flair thanks to Villa Minuty, offering a Mediterranean escape high above the city. Famed for its elegant rosé wines from Saint-Tropez, Minuty brings the spirit of the Côte d’Azur to western Paris. Think rustic wooden and rope chairs, lush olive trees, and rattan light fixtures—every detail evokes the sun-drenched charm of the Riviera.

The experience continues with the drinks menu: start with the refined freshness of a Château Minuty Rose et Or 2024 (€15 per glass, €70 per bottle) or indulge in a Château Minuty 281 2024 (€120 per bottle). As for food, the menu is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors: Tuna-stuffed peppers (€9), Fig olive tapenade (€11), Slow-cooked artichokes with olive oil (€9), Tuna belly in olive oil (€14), Creamy eggplant caviar (€11) — all perfect for spreading on warm, focaccia-style bread (€5). Add a touch of color with a sun-ripened tomato medley (€14) or a bowl of fresh berries (€18) to round out your Provençal apéritif.
Insider tip: Arrive by 7 PM to secure a table and soak up the golden hour before sunset.

Villa Minuty – Rooftop of Brach Paris Hotel, 1–7 rue Jean Richepin, Paris 16thOpen seasonally, no reservations
© Clélia Stevenard
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This is the most elegant event of June. The Prix de Diane Longines brings together horse racing enthusiasts and fashion lovers for a wildly chic garden party at the Chantilly racetrack, taking place this year on Sunday, June 15. For its 176th edition, the Prix de Diane Longines, featuring the best 3-year-old fillies, invites you to discover highly refined festivities in a magical setting: DJ sets at the Folies de Diane, a Ladurée picnic hatbox, a vintage Ferris wheel, the Village de Diane... Wear your most beautiful dress and trendiest hat to participate in the iconic Elegance Contest, solo or duo! Remember to register before 1 PM!

Another highlight of the Prix de Diane Longines is the giant picnic on the lawn: while each guest can bring their own basket, gourmets typically opt for the Ladurée hatbox filled with royal-worthy delights (corn soup, vitello tonnato, finger sandwiches, macarons...). Our recommendation? Pack a large white or floral tablecloth to ensure the perfect setting and impress on Instagram, or settle at the Table de Diane to enjoy the show. Between races, horse presentations, and high-level equestrian performances, immerse yourself in this unique atmosphere reminiscent of Downton Abbey.

Prix de Diane Longines, Chantilly Racetrack, Avenue de la Plaine des Aigles, 60500 Chantilly, Sunday, June 15, from 11 AM to 9:30 PM. Entry from €10, free for children under 12. Accessible in 35 minutes by RER D from Gare du Nord to Chantilly Gouvieux station, then a short walk to the racetrack.

© SHARE&DARE/ Florian Léger

Attention romantics who love to surprise their partner and singles looking for an intimate and elegant spot to impress on a first date. Our recommendation? Opt for the cozy interiors of Parisian luxury hotels for a chic drink for two. Nestled on a quiet street in the 6th arrondissement near Saint-Placide, the stylish 4-star Victoria Palace houses the James Bar, a discreet hideaway offering a velvety interior adorned in green, a pool table, and a charming tree-lined patio.

Behind the bar, Apollonia reigns as the hostess, crafting house-made syrups, infusions, liqueurs, and bitters. Trained in mixology at the École du Bar, this cocktail virtuoso offers a menu of signature and custom creations priced at €19: “I love creating cocktails and quirky concoctions!” she says. After a few questions about your tastes, she delivers a perfect herbal elixir made with rhubarb, Melifera gin (French!), lime, and orange bitters, or a short drink with exotic fruits, three-pepper liqueur, and ginger syrup. Also worth trying: one of the best Espresso Martinis in the capital, here enhanced with chocolate croissant-infused bourbon, house-made coffee liqueur, and tonka bean.(Paris je t'aime - Tourist office)

Pair your drink with shiitake chips (a delightful discovery), thyme, barbecue, or spice almonds, and warm bread to spread eggplant, chickpea, artichoke, olive creams, or mackerel or chicken rillettes (3 pots for €24). It smells like love at first sight here...

James Bar at Victoria Palace, 6 rue Blaise Desgoffe, Paris 6. 01 45 49 70 00. Open daily from 10 AM. Cocktails served from 4:30 PM on weekdays and 1 PM on weekends. Closes at midnight.

We were already smitten with Le Comptoir du Ritz, the chicest patisserie in Paris opened by the Place Vendôme hotel. Due to its success, the address on rue Cambon deserved a second location. Good news: on June 2, Le Comptoir opens on the Left Bank, right across from Le Bon Marché. At the helm: the excellent pastry chef François Perret, at the peak of his craft.

Tasted and approved: the signature sandwiches, with light and crispy puff pastry, make for a highly desirable snack at lunchtime (€15). A favorite is the subtly lemony and perfectly fresh salmon one, ideal for summer days. On the sweet side, indulge in the new collection of trompe-l'œil éclairs (€14), with a cloud-like texture but bold flavors, especially the coffee one, exclusive to this new address on rue de Sèvres. Its secret: the sweet-bitter flavor comes from using the same coffee beans as those in the bar, carefully selected by the LOMI brand. No excuses, then, not to enjoy a creamy cappuccino before treating yourself to some sweets to conclude your visit to this new spot in style.

Le Comptoir du Ritz, 45 rue de Sèvres, Paris 6. Opening on June 2.

This is the event not to be missed for an unforgettable date: every Wednesday evening, Le Melville, the famous Parisian jazz club, takes to the air just steps from the Bois de Boulogne, at the foot of the magnificent 18th-century Château de Bagatelle.

A dream setting where jazz, gastronomy, and English gardens blend together, ideal for enjoying the sunset that gives way around 10 p.m. to a magnificent starry sky. On the agenda: an exceptional four-course dinner-concert, during which the talented musicians of Melville offer us an enchanting jazz session in front of the rotunda. They are warmly applauded by the guests and encouraged by... the magnificent peacock of the garden, who also enjoys the show! A timeless interlude that feels like being at the Court of the Sun King.

On the menu, a specially designed and imagined menu for the occasion by Chef Malcom Ecolasse, who loves blending inspirations (Latin, Asian, and Tunisian...) and succeeds in offering his guests a sensory culinary journey that perfectly accompanies the music. On the menu: Chinese eggplant with labneh, chicken with marjoram and black curry, tender salmon ceviche, and dulcey-peanut mille-feuille. Fine wines and daily cocktails accompany these crafted dishes. Beware, the combination of all these pleasures creates such a romantic moment that one (re)falls in love!

Jazz at Bagatelle - Bagatelle Gardens, 42 Route de Sèvres in Neuilly, Paris 16th. Every Wednesday, from May 7 to July 30 – 100 covers. Reception from 7 p.m., concert at 8:30 p.m. A four-course dinner (3 savory dishes and 1 sweet dish) and concert - €100. Reservation required by the Thursday before the event. In case of bad weather, rescheduling to another date or refund.

Money means spending, and credit means debt, so let's dance at the new retrospective at the Grand Palais Immersif: Clubbing. On the agenda: a sensory and festive immersion into the world's greatest clubs, those that gave birth to the REAL crazy nights, from New York to Berlin, passing through Paris and Ibiza. An exhibition that makes you want to party until the end of the night!

Nightclubs have taken quite a hit in recent years. Recently, even Macumba closed its doors, signaling a real decline in the industry. As a tribute or a desire to make people dance again, some nostalgics are already working to make nocturnal parties and their decor a legendary subject. While the Disco exhibition at the Philharmonie de Paris is a hit, the Grand Palais Immersif continues with a very cool retrospective on the history of the greatest clubs. Put on a headset and read their stories: Studio 54, Les Bains Douches, Le Palace, and Berghain invade the building's corridors, with faithful playlists and photos of these clubs, most of which are already closed, yet still iconic and fantasized. Some testimonies from lucky ones who experienced these crazy years, including French Touch pioneer Etienne de Crécy, punctuate the stroll through the history of clubs. Cool, as a spectator, it's also possible to join the party: either as a Meta Clubber by creating your avatar during the exhibition, or on the dancefloor set up for this occasion. Even better: we grab the few hundred tracks that Clubbing offers during the visit and reserve them for our future after-party after leaving the club.

Clubbing, an immersive dive into club culture. From May 13 to October 1 at the Grand Palais Immersif, 110 rue de Lyon, Paris 12th. Open Tuesday to Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Full price: €18.

Did you know that in the 1960s, the Champs-Élysées avenue had more than 65 cinemas, compared to just one today? Since 2012, the Champs-Élysées Film Festival has been on a mission to bring the public back to these cinemas by highlighting contemporary French and American short and medium-length film creations. Great! For its 14th edition, the festival opens for the first time at the Lido theater with the show Titanique, a musical jukebox that parodies James Cameron's film. The pitch? Celine Dion tells her version of what really happened to Jack and Rose and the other characters the night the ship sank.(Paris je t'aime - Tourist office)

The groundbreaking event is filled with bold productions. This year, on the program, we find the film Materialists, with a glamorous cast including Dakota Johnson, Pedro Pascal, and Chris Evans. Director Céline Song will be one of the guest of honors. With her, Emma Seligman, a new icon of Gen Z cinephiles, will also be among the guests. Her feature films, Bottoms with Ayo Edibiri and Rachel Sennott, and the brilliant Shiva Baby, will also be screened. The Feature Film Jury will be composed of Alice Winocour, awarded for Revoir Paris. On the short film side, Jonathan Millet (Les Fantômes) will ensure a cozy spot as a judge. The cherry on top: this year, expect a focus on the absolute queen Marilyn Monroe with, among others, the screening of The Misfits! And for true cinema purists, expect heavy stuff: masterclasses, free talks, all accompanied by post-screening evenings with a lineup that rocks (among others, Flore Benguigui and the director of the documentary series DJ Mehdi - Made in France, Thibault de Longeville, will ensure a crazy atmosphere). So, let's go!

Champs-Élysées Film Festival from June 17 to 23. Online reservations.

The beautiful days are definitely here, and locking yourself in museums instead of enjoying such bright sunshine can be disheartening! The good alternative for those who want to have fun while cultivating themselves is to hang out on the banks of the Seine, with two artistic barges: Fluctuart and Quai de la Photo which, starting May 1, open their summer terraces and new exhibitions!

These are true open-air exhibitions offered by the artsiest barges in Paris! To enjoy a drink while boosting your general culture, head over to Bercy starting May 1 to take in the terrace at Quai de la Photo. On the program: urban photographer Jonk, exhibited over 400 m² on movable panels made of curtains that decorate the exterior. And for outdoor aperitif and art lovers, come back starting May 14 at Fluctuart, moored in the 7th arrondissement, hosting 5 Brazilian artists for the France-Brazil season. The space offers an artistic journey full of diversity, to sip a cocktail as if in Rio de Janeiro. Two places, two vibes, for a month of May filled with sun and culture!

"Naturalia, chronicle of contemporary ruins" by Jonk, from May 1 to October 19, at Quai de la Photo, 9 Port de la Gare, Paris 13. Monday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
"The Amazons" from May 14 to October 26, Fluctuart, 2 port du Gros Caillou, Paris 7. Monday to Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

These past days, you may have spotted a few bronze trees while walking through Faubourg Saint-Honoré. This original way of greening the city is by Andrea Roggi, an Italian artist dressing up the Faubourg with his creations until July 12! A prestigious meeting between Parisian heritage and contemporary art not to be missed.

It's fair to say that Andrea Roggi has carved out a cozy spot on the international scene. For spring, this master of sculpture has planted 6 of his creations in the chicest area of Paris. As you wander through the 8th arrondissement, you’ll find bronze statuettes like an open-air gallery, rooted from Place de la Madeleine to the sumptuous Hôtel de Crillon, where the masterpiece Energia della Vita — designed with jeweler Martin Katz — stands. His organic art, filled with existential reflection, symbolizing life, energy and existence, flows through the streets of this iconic area, blending contemporary art with the elegant architecture of Paris. A great excuse to enjoy a free and inspiring artistic stroll under the sunny skies.

Andrea Roggi, in collaboration with the Faubourg Saint Honoré committee, from April 17 to July 12. Place de la Madeleine, 54–58 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, Place Maurice Barrès, at the corner of rue Royale and Faubourg Saint-Honoré.

Because any excuse is good to gather around a very chic drink in Paris, the fabulous MGallery hotels are back in style with their World Cocktail Month concept. This year, the 120 hotels in the Collection are inviting star designer Sarah Lavoine, who certainly has a knack for making tableware as desirable as it gets.

Just look: three cocktail glasses offer a tasting experience featuring exclusive Citadelle Gin recipes. To enjoy with your +1? The Cristal Diva with jasmine and orange blossom syrup, the Timeless Negroni infused with pineapple and pandan, or the Honey 75 with olive oil, verjuice, honey, and champagne. And to recreate the magic at home or give as a gift (Mother’s Day is on May 25, by the way), the hotels will be selling the glasses (€30 each). Our recommendation: cuddle up and toast at the extraordinary 38 Bar Lounge at the Hôtel L’Échiquier Opéra Paris – MGallery Collection (38 rue de l'Échiquier, Paris 10th), which will be offering these signature cocktails starting at €16.

MGallery Collection x Maison Sarah Lavoine x Citadelle Gin, collaboration from May 14 to August 31 in all MGallery bars worldwide.

Sixty minutes of ultimate relaxation in a beautiful setting, that’s a dream come true! This month, let Olivier pamper you with an unmatched wellness experience: a full-body massage at his lovely practice right in the heart of the 9th arrondissement.

What’s promised: relaxation and stress reduction, relief of muscle and joint pain, decrease in body tension, and better sleep quality. His Parisian practice is the ideal place to unwind in the sun: large windows, typical fireplace, and green plants. A well-deserved relaxing break.

We have already confessed our decadent passion for the frozen fruits of Fruttini. Coconut, dates, pineapple, strawberries, or citrus become real works of art to bring for dessert, for a tidy budget and an XXXXXL effect. If its address on rue Saint-Placide attracts the gourmets of Tout-Paris (and not only from the Left Bank!), Fruttini has just inaugurated a small shop/tea room a stone’s throw from Place de l'Étoile to enjoy these frozen delights on-site... from breakfast!

Look at this: for 19 €, in this beautiful cozy setting, all dressed in green, you get a piece of cake or pastry with a hot and/or cold drink of your choice (yum: the café latte is a little bomb). As a bonus: a frozen kiwi or banana to start the day full of vitamins. Too pretty, too chic: to Instagram urgently.

Fruttini, 3 avenue Victor Hugo, Paris 16e.

© Photo BnF ©Camille Gharbi ©Julien Benhamou

Head to the most urban museum exhibition: the Musée d'Orsay and the Bibliothèque Nationale de France come together to present some 200 old posters! A real journey through time in a Paris in full consumer boom and experiencing the climax of mass culture development. If every morning you skip lingering over the pretty Morris columns near your metro, here’s a (re)discovery of the most beautiful posters to admire until July.

We loved this exhibition that takes us on a journey through an urban and typical Paris of the 19th century! This comprehensive retrospective offers a look at the major effervescence of poster mania in the capital, modernized after the great Haussmann works. Because the street, the real one, is a place of life, but also of exhibition and representation. Here, the poster is a witness to the fantasies and realities of an era. Thus, graphic and social codes are laid down and taken up by great names of the genre: Jules Chéret, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Alphonse Mucha, or even Félix Vallotton. Between the most mythical illustrations of ads for LU biscuits, the too glamorous posters for the Moulin Rouge, or even Aristide Bruant in Toulouse-Lautrec style, we discover the impact that this poster craze had on Parisian life, public opinions, and common culture. A medium which, by its visibility power, has forged the myth of La Belle Époque but has also been a vector of great messages. Today, the message is clearer than ever, art is in the street as much as it finds its place in museums! As a bonus from the exhibition: shows signed by François Morel throughout the first week of April... but also conferences, shows, and an exclusive Moulin Rouge night on May 24!

L’art est dans la Rue + Ce qu’a vu le pavé et Orsay en scène, from March 18 to July 06, 2025, Musée d’Orsay, Esplanade Valéry Giscard d’Estaing, Paris 7e.

© Maeva Mitram and Pierre Dimech

To celebrate its ten-year anniversary, Le Syndicat, the cult bar of the 10th arrondissement known for its ultra-contemporary creations, is revamping its cocktail menu: a radical change that takes us straight back to the 2000s. Wanting to reconnect with those memories of chewing gum, granita, sour candies, drinkable yogurts, and tropical drinks, the highly talented mixologists of Le Syndicat have focused on the aroma question. A major project combining two bold objectives: reconciling the general public with niche spirits and successfully incorporating them into this nostalgic palette of childhood flavors, with each potion priced at €15. A madeleine de Proust? No, a Mister Freeze with Armagnac !

Director Romain Le Mouëllic didn’t stop at a facelift with Y2K posters: the menu has also had a full makeover (literally). Designed by graphic artist Espérance Baux, it looks like CD covers and dresses each cocktail with an illustrative design, providing a visual representation of its taste and inspirations.
And what about the drinks? We’re totally melting for the Double Frozen, a spirit-based granita inspired by Malabar bi-flavor with a strawberry side (Lillet Rosé, Savanna rum blend, strawberry in three ways) and a banana side (Armagnac Janneau, Cap Mattei Blanc, Mélilot, banana); the Yog Deluxe inspired by Actimel and served in glass bottles (Gin Generous with yogurt, Sake Nigori, blueberries, lemon, vegan egg white); the Tropicool, capturing the famous taste of Oasis (Armagnac Janneau, Tropical Cordial, Cointreau pomelo distillate, Belle de Brillet pear); and the Ultimate Sour Mix, reminiscent of those tangy candies we used to love (Calvados Boulard, white Armagnac, redcurrants, green apple, kiwi, Antik Fire rum, lime), also available in Mocktail versions. Feeling nostalgic yet?

Le Syndicat, 51 rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis, Paris 10e. Open daily from 6:30 PM to 2 AM

Great deal alert for foodies on a budget dreaming of a gastronomic experience! Chef Thibaut Spiwack, former Top Chef contestant and, more importantly, the mastermind behind his Michelin-starred sustainable restaurant Anona in Batignolles, has just launched his Petit Étoilé Menu for €49. The idea? A sophisticated lunch featuring amuse-bouches, starter, main course, dessert, and mignardises, all served in an elegant setting. As a bonus, you get the satisfaction of enjoying a green, sustainable cuisine, prioritizing short supply chains and zero waste—a commitment recognized by Anona’s Green Star.

While the menu changes daily, on our visit, we enjoyed a Landes duck with kumquat and mikado sauce, a delicious spiced tempura cauliflower with triple jus and kimchi, and ended with an ultra-indulgent Comice pear with lemon, bergamot, and French gin. Making Michelin-starred dining more accessible was Chef Spiwack’s vision, and he has pulled it off brilliantly.

ANONA, 80 boulevard des Batignolles, Paris 17th. Open Tuesday to Friday, 12 PM – 2:15 PM and 7:30 PM – 9:45 PM. 01 84 79 01 15.

Want to recharge your batteries without leaving the city? Head to Le Petit Beaumarchais Hôtel et Spa, a cozy spot in the 11th, where you can relax and destress. Here, it’s simple: no crowds, no noise, just a private spa all to yourself (and if you like, invite your partner to join you). The promise: a zen atmosphere, a beautiful pool, stone arches transporting you elsewhere, and 50 minutes to enjoy a perfect break to forget the daily stress.

Disconnect immediately by immersing yourself in the Flotarium to release all tensions, followed by a sauna to detoxify and allow for deep relaxation. Bonus: Hot or cold drinks are available to extend your cocooning moment.

Le Petit Beaumarchais Hôtel & Spa, 8 boulevard Beaumarchais, Paris 11th.
Open daily from 10 AM to 8:30 PM, with 50-minute private sessions.
Online reservations starting at €80.

When we heard that a new dürüm spot had opened in Paris, our blood ran wild. Without a second thought, we headed straight to Sentier to grab a seat at Leven, a pocket-sized canteen launched by Franco-Kurd Victor Yasar. There's good vibes in the air! In a tiny space designed to evoke Middle Eastern covered markets, you can watch the open-flame grilling up close, while in the kitchen, chef Or Bitan (formerly of Dalia) performs a true choreography with the dough for her dürüm bread. After all, these Levantine street food stars are hot items at lunchtime, replaced in the evening by delightful sharing plates served in a dimmer ambiance with music and candles.

Yum: lamb, grilled mackerel, veggie with mushrooms, kefta, or chicken dürüms are filled with fresh veggies and divinely spiced sauces. Also on the menu: chirchi, a butternut squash cream with cumin and garlic (€5), and the incredible grilled pointed cabbage with tahini, date molasses, mild chili, and pumpkin seeds, which we’re still dreaming about (€7). Cool: even the desserts pack a punch, with a perfectly moist carrot cake nestled between syrup and a hefty dollop of crème fraîche (€7) or a light malabi flan with orange blossom (€7).

Leven, 110 Rue Montmartre, Paris 2nd. Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner, Sunday and Monday for lunch.

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