11 breathtaking rooftop bars in Paris

If you want to visit all the 'Perchoirs' in Paris, you can't be in a rush. The capital has no less than four variations of this conceptual rooftop, each with a splendid view. The first of its kind, the Perchoir Marais on the roof of the BHV, offers a sublime view of the Eiffel Tower, the Seine and the Hôtel de Ville. The rooftop in Ménilmontant offers delicious cocktails, homemade food, yoga classes, concerts and barbecue parties. Its breathtaking view of the Sacré-Cœur is the icing on the cake. Your wanderings may also take you to the Perchoir de l'Est, nestled in the upper floors of the Gare de l'Est. From May to September, you can watch the comings and goings of busy travellers while sipping a cocktail. The latest addition is the Perchoir Porte de Versailles, located in the extension of the largest urban rooftop farm in Europe - the views are equally sublime.

The Machine du Moulin Rouge is home to the legendary cabaret of the same name, the club Le Central and, on the third floor, the rooftop 'Le Bar à Bulles'. Here you can enjoy a drink while gazing out over the famous Place Pigalle, a landmark of the northern districts of Paris, before swaying to the electro beats of Le Central.

The rooftop bar of the Terrass'Hôtel is perched on the seventh floor of this romantic hotel at the top of the Butte Montmartre, the highest point in Paris. The views are exceptional, taking in the Eiffel Tower, the Dôme des Invalides and the Grand Palais.

This bar on the roof terrace of the Mama Shelter hotel was elected by Vogue magazine as the best rooftop in Paris. Visitors are pampered with delicious cocktails and small plates prepared by Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy, all in a relaxed atmosphere with panoramic views. This is the place to relax and enjoy your holiday.

In certain circles, shopping is deemed a sport. If you're headed to the renowned Galeries Lafayette, consider it game on! After the pursuit of all those French fashions, take a moment to unwind at the rooftop bar. There, you can savor a few tapas, a glass of wine, or a cocktail, all while enjoying exceptional views of the Paris skyline, including the Paris Opera House, the Eiffel Tower, and Montmartre.

The exclusive Art Deco-style Molitor pool is a Parisian institution that reopened in 2014 after being transformed into a chic hotel, where the whole of Paris likes to be seen sipping a cocktail by the turquoise water. While its pool is member-use only, its timeless charming roof terrace is open to all.

The Point Éphémère is a concert bar located on the picturesque Canal Saint-Martin which, in the summer, combines all the activities that make this district so charming: yoga classes, deckchairs, street food and open-air cinema. Soak up the playful atmosphere while sipping a cocktail!