Paris After Hours
If you're a night owl
and looking for spots in Paris that are open until the wee hours of the
night—look no further! From all-night hang-outs to late-night
hairdressers—we've got you covered.
Restaurants/Brasseries:
Au Pied de Cochon: Open daily, 24 hours.
If you're craving onion soup in the wee hours of the night, then head to this cavernous brasserie in Les Halles, which serves non-stop all day long. 6, rue Coquillère, 1st. Metro: Châtelet Les Halles.
If you're craving onion soup in the wee hours of the night, then head to this cavernous brasserie in Les Halles, which serves non-stop all day long. 6, rue Coquillère, 1st. Metro: Châtelet Les Halles.
La Maison de L'Aubrac: Open daily, 24 hours.
This delicious steak house, just steps from the Champs-Elysées, serves day and night and is always jumping. 37 rue Marbeuf, 8th. 01-43-59-05-14
This delicious steak house, just steps from the Champs-Elysées, serves day and night and is always jumping. 37 rue Marbeuf, 8th. 01-43-59-05-14
Le Tambour: Open daily, 24 hours. A 24-hour bistro in the heart of Les Halles. 41, rue Montmartre, 1st. Metro: Les Halles.
Le Bienvenu:
Open daily except Sundays, 24 hours. A happening place for couscous at
all hours of the night. 42, rue d'Argout, 2nd. Metro: Sentier.
Le Select:
Open daily from 8am-3am. This café, one of Hemingway's haunts, serves
typical fare in a pleasant setting until 3 a.m. 99, blvd Montparnasse,
6th. Metro: Vavin.
La Maison de l'Alsace: Open daily, 24 hours. Choucroute and Flammenküche until dawn. 39, avenue des Champs-Élysées, 8th. Metro: Franklin Roosevelt.
Le Grand Café des Capucines: Open daily, 24 hours. 4, blvd des Capucines, 9th. Metro: Opéra.
Florists
Elyfleurs: Open daily, 24 hours. 82, avenue de Wagram, 17th. Metro: Ternes. Tel: 01-47-66-87-19.
Au Pot de Fer Fleuri: Open daily, Noon-Midnight. 78, rue Monge, 5th. Metro: Place-Monge. Tel: 01-45-35-17-42.
Marché aux Fleurs: Open daily, 9am-10:30pm. Place des Ternes, 17th. Metro: Ternes.
Bonsais Lola: Open daily, 11am-10:30pm. 59, rue St. André des Arts, 6th. Metro: Odéon.
Pharmacies:
Pharmacie des Halles: 10 blvd. De Sebastopol, 4th. Open until midnight Monday-Saturday and until 10pm on Sundays.
Pharmacie des Champs: This pharmacy is open 24 hours a day and delivers. 84 avenue des Champs Elysées. 01-45-62-02-41.
Bureaux de Tabac:
Old Navy: Open daily, 24 hours. 150, blvd. Saint-Germain, 6th. Metro: Saint-Germain.
La Havane: Open daily, 24 hours. 4, place de Clichy, 9th. Metro: Place de Clichy.
Le Brazza: Open daily, 24 hours. 86, blvd. Montparnasse, 14th. Metro: Montparnasse.
Bar-Tabac des Templiers: Open daily until 2am. 35, rue de Rivoli, 4th. Metro: Hôtel de Ville.
Cafe Tabac: Open daily until 2am. 45, rue Bonaparte, 6th. Metro: Saint Sulpice.
Le Week-end: Open daily until 2am. 3, rue Washington, 8th. Metro: Georges V.
Post Office Bureau de Poste Central: Open daily 24 hours. 52, rue du Louvre, 1st. Metro: Louvre-Rivoli.
Cyber Cafés:
Cyber Cafe de Paris: Open daily until 2am. 15, rue des Halles, 1st. Metro: Châtelet Les Halles.
Web bar: Open daily until 2am. 32, rue de Picardie, 3rd. Metro: Temple.
News Stands:
The following newsstands are open daily, 24 hours.
13, place de la Bourse, 2nd. Metro: Bourse.
16 bd. de la Madeleine, 8th. Metro: Madeleine.
33 avenue des Champs Elysées, 8th. Metro: Charles de Gaulle Etoile.
2, bd. Montmartre, 9th. Metro: Grands-Boulevards.
1, avenue de Wagram, 17th. Metro: Wagram.
16, bd. de Clichy, 18th. Metro: Clichy.
Groceries:
Superette 77: Open daily 11am- 6am. 77 blvd. Barbès, 18th. Metro: Marcadet-Poissoniers.
Epicerie: Open daily until 11am-6am. 6, place de Clichy, 18th. Metro: Place de Clichy.
Monoprix: Open daily except Sundays 9am-Midnight. 52, avenue des Champs- Elysées, 8th. Metro: Georges V.
Boulangeries:
Boulangerie Saint Germain: Open daily, 24 hours. 10, rue de l'Ancienne-Comédie, 6th. Metro: Odéon.
Chez Salem: Open daily except Wednesday, 24 hours. 20, blvd. de Clichy, 17th. Metro: Pigalle.
L' Européenne: Open daily except Mondays, until 3am
Bookstores and Record Shops:
FNAC: Open daily until midnight .74, Avenue des Champs-Élysées, 8th. Metro: Georges V.
FNAC Musique: Open daily, except Sundays until midnight. 24, blvd. des Italiens, 9th. Metro: Opéra.
Virgin Megastore: Open daily until midnight. 52, avenue des Champs-Elysées, 8th. Metro: Franklin-Roosevelt.
Shakespeare and Company: English language bookstore open daily until midnight. 37, rue de la Bucherie, 5th. Metro: Saint Michel.
Museums:
Palais de Tokyo: Open daily, except Monday. 12 noon-midnight. 13, avenue du President Wilson, 16th. Metro: Iéna or Alma-Marceau.
Musée d'Orsay: Open Thursday evenings until 9:45pm. 62, rue de Lille, (entrance on quai Anatole-France) 7th. Metro: Solferino.
Musée de Louvre: Open Monday and Wednesday evenings until 9:45pm. Metro: Palais Royal.
Centre Pompidou: Open daily except Tuesdays until 10pm (last entrance at 9pm). 19, rue Beaubourg, 4th. Metro: Rambuteau.
Galerie National du Grand Palais: Open Wednesday nights until 10pm. Avenue du General Eisenhower, 8th. Metro: Champs-Elysées Clemenceau.
Galerie National de Jeu de Paume: Open Tuesday nights until 9:30pm. 1, place de la Concorde, 8th. Metro: Concorde.
Musée des Arts et Métiers: Open Thursday evenings until 9:30.
Late Night Hairdressers:
Mod's Hair: Open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday until midnight. 32, rue Marbeuf, 8th. Tel: 01-45-25-14-29.
Shake's Hair: Open daily, except Sundays, until 2am. 75, blvd Beaumarchais, 11th. Metro: Chemin-Vert. Tel: 01-48-87-90-00.
Health Clubs:
Piscine Pontoise: Take a dip in this Latin Quarter pool. Open: Mon-Sat until midnight, Sundays until 7pm.
Aquaboulevard: This
giant health club/amusement center, complete with a giant wave pool, is
open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays. 4, rue Louis Armand,
15th. Metro: Balard. Tel:01-42-36-98-44.
Paris after Dark
Our
guide to Paris nightlife takes you to our favorite places for a night
out on the town. Scroll down to find cafés, clubs, theaters and more.
Night Clubs
Cabaret
This night club-cum-restaurant, steps from the Palais-Royal, is one of the hottest spots in town. At midnight models, stars, and fashion types pile in. Surprisingly, the food gets positive reviews, which might explain why Kevin Spacey, Naomi Campbell, and Donatella Versace have all been spotted there. The door policy is a bit strict, so consider booking a table for dinner so you're sure to get in.
(2, place du Palais-Royal, 1st. Métro: Palais Royal 01-58-62-56-25).
This night club-cum-restaurant, steps from the Palais-Royal, is one of the hottest spots in town. At midnight models, stars, and fashion types pile in. Surprisingly, the food gets positive reviews, which might explain why Kevin Spacey, Naomi Campbell, and Donatella Versace have all been spotted there. The door policy is a bit strict, so consider booking a table for dinner so you're sure to get in.
(2, place du Palais-Royal, 1st. Métro: Palais Royal 01-58-62-56-25).
Queen
Queen is currently the uncontested winner on the club circuit. It has a reputation for being a gay club but draws a mixed crowd. Wednesday nights are labled "straight, but gay friendly,” Saturday night is predominantly gay, and Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays are disco night. Entrance varies from 10 € to 20 €.
Queen, 102 avenue des Champs-Elysées, 8th. Métro: Georges V. Open- Midnight-dawn daily.
Queen is currently the uncontested winner on the club circuit. It has a reputation for being a gay club but draws a mixed crowd. Wednesday nights are labled "straight, but gay friendly,” Saturday night is predominantly gay, and Mondays, Thursdays, and Sundays are disco night. Entrance varies from 10 € to 20 €.
Queen, 102 avenue des Champs-Elysées, 8th. Métro: Georges V. Open- Midnight-dawn daily.
Les Bains
This Turkish bath from the turn of the century, remodeled by Philippe Stark, has remained one of the chicest clubs in Paris. A bit past its hey-day perhaps, but it’s still a fashionable address in Paris.
7 Rue du Bourg l'Abbé, 3rd. Métro: Etienne-Marcel. Phone 01-4887-0180.
This Turkish bath from the turn of the century, remodeled by Philippe Stark, has remained one of the chicest clubs in Paris. A bit past its hey-day perhaps, but it’s still a fashionable address in Paris.
7 Rue du Bourg l'Abbé, 3rd. Métro: Etienne-Marcel. Phone 01-4887-0180.
Wagg
This new club in the 6th, opened by Sir Terrence Conrad, is worth checking out. A spin-off of the very popular Alcazar, this club has great music and a more relaxed feeling.
62 rue Mazarine, 6th. Métro: Odéon.
This new club in the 6th, opened by Sir Terrence Conrad, is worth checking out. A spin-off of the very popular Alcazar, this club has great music and a more relaxed feeling.
62 rue Mazarine, 6th. Métro: Odéon.
Batofar
This cherry-colored boat parked along the Seine in the 13th is one of the most respected and unusual clubs in Paris. They host an eclectic array of music with everything from techno to hip-hop, alternative, and world music. Word has it that a new team is taking over, so it remains to be seen what changes will be made.
11 Quai Francois-Mauriac, 13th. Métro: Bibliothèque.
This cherry-colored boat parked along the Seine in the 13th is one of the most respected and unusual clubs in Paris. They host an eclectic array of music with everything from techno to hip-hop, alternative, and world music. Word has it that a new team is taking over, so it remains to be seen what changes will be made.
11 Quai Francois-Mauriac, 13th. Métro: Bibliothèque.
Nouveau Casino
Another hip new club in Paris, offering an eclectic mix of live music and DJ's.
109 rue Oberkampf, 11th. Métro: Parentier or St-Maur
Another hip new club in Paris, offering an eclectic mix of live music and DJ's.
109 rue Oberkampf, 11th. Métro: Parentier or St-Maur
La Coupole
In the late 1920's La Coupole was the place to be--Faulkner, Giacometti, Simone de Beauvoir, Sartre, Becket, and Man Ray all spent many a night at this Paris institution. It may have lost its hipster status, but it's still a great place for a fun night out. Tuesday night is Salsa night, with music, dancing, and drinks. (Cover: 8:30pm: 22 €. for Salsa lessons and one drink. After 9pm:16 €. for entry and drink only).
102 blvd Montparnasse, 6th. Métro: Vavin. Open daily 8am-2am.
In the late 1920's La Coupole was the place to be--Faulkner, Giacometti, Simone de Beauvoir, Sartre, Becket, and Man Ray all spent many a night at this Paris institution. It may have lost its hipster status, but it's still a great place for a fun night out. Tuesday night is Salsa night, with music, dancing, and drinks. (Cover: 8:30pm: 22 €. for Salsa lessons and one drink. After 9pm:16 €. for entry and drink only).
102 blvd Montparnasse, 6th. Métro: Vavin. Open daily 8am-2am.
Favorite Cafés
There
is nothing more Parisian than whiling a way a few hours at a café. The
first café in Paris is said to be Le Procope, which opened its doors in
1686. Since then the café has become an important part of French
life—it's hard to imagine Paris without them.
Here's a list of some favorite cafés.
For the sophisticated crowd…
The
following two cafés are amongst the most famous in Paris. As they area
located right along the celebrated Boulevard Saint-Germain, they make a
perfect place to relax, read the paper, or people watch.
Les Deux Magots
Sartre, Simon de Beauvoir, and Hemingway all held court at Les Deux Magots at one time or another. This elegant café is an ideal place to restore yourself with a café crème while watching the world go by.
170, boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th. Métro: Saint-Germain. Open daily 8am-2am. Food served all day.
Sartre, Simon de Beauvoir, and Hemingway all held court at Les Deux Magots at one time or another. This elegant café is an ideal place to restore yourself with a café crème while watching the world go by.
170, boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th. Métro: Saint-Germain. Open daily 8am-2am. Food served all day.
Café de Flore
Given the location, it's no wonder that Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots have always been rivals. Café de Flore has attracted its fair share of famous patrons as well: Picasso, Dali, Miro, and Eluard were all said to have been regulars. Today it attracts a sophisticated international crowd and is usually packed.
172, boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th. Métro: Saint Germain. Open daily 7:30-1:30. Food served all day.
Given the location, it's no wonder that Café de Flore and Les Deux Magots have always been rivals. Café de Flore has attracted its fair share of famous patrons as well: Picasso, Dali, Miro, and Eluard were all said to have been regulars. Today it attracts a sophisticated international crowd and is usually packed.
172, boulevard Saint-Germain, 6th. Métro: Saint Germain. Open daily 7:30-1:30. Food served all day.
Café Marly
This stunning café, overlooking IM Pei's pyramid in the courtyard of the Louvre, is one of the most fashionable in Paris. The terrace is an ideal place for a leisurely lunch or tea in the afternoon. When the temperature drops, the plush interior is equally inviting.
93, rue de Rivoli, cour Napoléon du Louvre, 1st. Métro: Palais Royal. Open daily from 8am-2am. Food served from noon-1am.
This stunning café, overlooking IM Pei's pyramid in the courtyard of the Louvre, is one of the most fashionable in Paris. The terrace is an ideal place for a leisurely lunch or tea in the afternoon. When the temperature drops, the plush interior is equally inviting.
93, rue de Rivoli, cour Napoléon du Louvre, 1st. Métro: Palais Royal. Open daily from 8am-2am. Food served from noon-1am.
Les Editeurs
This fashionable new café is becoming a great success with local Parisians. Settle into the comfortable chairs, grab a magazine or one of the numerous books from a shelf, and while away the afternoon in one of Saint-Germain's most popular cafés.
4, carrefour de l'Odeon, 6th. Métro: Odéon. Open daily, 8am-2am. Food served from noon-2am.
This fashionable new café is becoming a great success with local Parisians. Settle into the comfortable chairs, grab a magazine or one of the numerous books from a shelf, and while away the afternoon in one of Saint-Germain's most popular cafés.
4, carrefour de l'Odeon, 6th. Métro: Odéon. Open daily, 8am-2am. Food served from noon-2am.
Hip Cafés
Bar du Marché
This funky little café, located on a busy corner of the Buci market, isn't really much to look at, but it's still one the most branché (literally "plugged-in," meaning hip) in the quartier. The terrace is ideal and in the summer is always packed with the beautiful Saint-Germain crowd. Food is served from 9am-6pm and is basic, but quite good. You'll find omelettes, Croque Messieurs, and several tartines (grilled bread with various toppings). A fun spot at any time of the day.
75, rue de Seine, 6th. Métro: Odéon. Open: Daily 7:30am-2am.
This funky little café, located on a busy corner of the Buci market, isn't really much to look at, but it's still one the most branché (literally "plugged-in," meaning hip) in the quartier. The terrace is ideal and in the summer is always packed with the beautiful Saint-Germain crowd. Food is served from 9am-6pm and is basic, but quite good. You'll find omelettes, Croque Messieurs, and several tartines (grilled bread with various toppings). A fun spot at any time of the day.
75, rue de Seine, 6th. Métro: Odéon. Open: Daily 7:30am-2am.
La Palette
La Palette is a café that I would love to love; the terrace sits on a tranquil corner on the rue de Seine lined with trees. In the summer I can't think of lovelier place to sit. Inside you'll find the perfect Parisian café—worn and smoky, the walls adorned with faded paintings, given by the many artists who have called this café their home since its beginnings. But the service leaves something to be desired and ranges from indifferent to downright rude. At first I thought this was the "American" treatment in hopes of keeping outsiders at bay, but I've heard similar complaints from French friends as well. However, this lack of welcome doesn't seem to bother the throngs of customers who pack the place day in and day out.
43, rue de Seine, 6th. Métro: Odéon or Mabillon. Open Mon-Sat, 8am-2am. Food served from noon-3pm. Closed in August.
La Palette is a café that I would love to love; the terrace sits on a tranquil corner on the rue de Seine lined with trees. In the summer I can't think of lovelier place to sit. Inside you'll find the perfect Parisian café—worn and smoky, the walls adorned with faded paintings, given by the many artists who have called this café their home since its beginnings. But the service leaves something to be desired and ranges from indifferent to downright rude. At first I thought this was the "American" treatment in hopes of keeping outsiders at bay, but I've heard similar complaints from French friends as well. However, this lack of welcome doesn't seem to bother the throngs of customers who pack the place day in and day out.
43, rue de Seine, 6th. Métro: Odéon or Mabillon. Open Mon-Sat, 8am-2am. Food served from noon-3pm. Closed in August.
Café de la Mairie
Location, location, location is what makes this café a favorite. The immense terrace looks out onto the fountain just in front of Saint-Sulpice, making it one of the most sought after cafés in the warmer months. (Watch out for the Turkish toilets!) 8 place Saint Sulpice, 6th. Métro: Saint Sulpice. Open Mon-Sat, 7am-2am. Food served all day.
Location, location, location is what makes this café a favorite. The immense terrace looks out onto the fountain just in front of Saint-Sulpice, making it one of the most sought after cafés in the warmer months. (Watch out for the Turkish toilets!) 8 place Saint Sulpice, 6th. Métro: Saint Sulpice. Open Mon-Sat, 7am-2am. Food served all day.
Chez Prune
Located in the up-and-coming 10th arrondissement by the bank of the Canal Saint-Martin, this café has become a hot-spot for the bobos (bohemian bourgeois) of the neighborhood and is the perfect spot for lunch after a stroll by the canal.
71, quai Valmy, 10th. Métro: République. Open Mon-Sat 7am-2am, Sundays from 10am-2am. Food from noon-3pm, 6:30-11pm.
Located in the up-and-coming 10th arrondissement by the bank of the Canal Saint-Martin, this café has become a hot-spot for the bobos (bohemian bourgeois) of the neighborhood and is the perfect spot for lunch after a stroll by the canal.
71, quai Valmy, 10th. Métro: République. Open Mon-Sat 7am-2am, Sundays from 10am-2am. Food from noon-3pm, 6:30-11pm.
Café de l'Industrie
This bustling café is a great place for brunch or an inexpensive meal with friends. It's located on a quiet street near the Bastille and attracts a young, hip crowd.
16 rue St-Sabin, 11th. Open daily, except Saturdays. 10am-2am. Food served from noon-1am.
This bustling café is a great place for brunch or an inexpensive meal with friends. It's located on a quiet street near the Bastille and attracts a young, hip crowd.
16 rue St-Sabin, 11th. Open daily, except Saturdays. 10am-2am. Food served from noon-1am.
Pause Café
This cool café in the 11th was recently voted best café in France by a book on the cafés of Europe. Great food and atmosphere make this a popular spot. Try to snag a seat on the terrace; it's ideal for people-watching.
41, rue de Charonne, 11th. Métro: Ledru-Rollin. Open Mon-Sat 7am-2am; Sun 9am-8:30pm.
This cool café in the 11th was recently voted best café in France by a book on the cafés of Europe. Great food and atmosphere make this a popular spot. Try to snag a seat on the terrace; it's ideal for people-watching.
41, rue de Charonne, 11th. Métro: Ledru-Rollin. Open Mon-Sat 7am-2am; Sun 9am-8:30pm.
The Cafés of Montparnasse
Montparnasse
was the center of Paris nightlife in the early 1900’s, when artists
such as Picasso, Leger, Chagall, and others made the area their home.
Next came the American invasion, with Man Ray, Henry Miller, Ezra
Pound, and Gertrude Stein. Their hang-outs, cafés like La Coupole, Le
Select, La Closerie des Lilas, Le Dome and others are all still
standing today and are as popular as ever.
Coupole: 2 blvd Montparnasse, 6th. Métro: Vavin. Open daily 8am-2am.
Select: blvd Montparnasse, 6th. Métro: Vavin. Open daily 8am-3am. Food served all day.
Closerie des Lilas: 1 blvd Montparnasse, 14th. Métro: Port-Royale. Open daily noon-1am.
Dome:
Dome doubles as one of the best seafood restaurants in Paris, but
you’re welcome to sit in the front terrace for a café at any time of
the day. 108, blvd. Montparnasse, 14th. Métro: Vavin. Café is open
daily from 8am-1am.
Cabarets
Many
people wouldn't be caught dead in a Parisian cabaret, assuming they're
nothing but tourist traps. Tant Pis for them, because the cabarets are
great fun and in fact 50% of the audience is French!
Moulin Rouge
The Moulin Rouge is certainly the most famous of the Parisian cabarets, immortalized on canvas by Toulouse-Lautrec and more recently in Baz Luhrmen's film by the same name. Opened in 1889, Le Moulin Rouge is where the French cancan was first invented; today this cabaret puts on a spectacular show with 100 performers and over 1,000 costumes. If you've never been to a cabaret, this is the one to try! For reservations and more information click here.
Moulin Rouge, 82 boulevard de Clichy Paris France 75018. Métro: Pigalle.
The Moulin Rouge is certainly the most famous of the Parisian cabarets, immortalized on canvas by Toulouse-Lautrec and more recently in Baz Luhrmen's film by the same name. Opened in 1889, Le Moulin Rouge is where the French cancan was first invented; today this cabaret puts on a spectacular show with 100 performers and over 1,000 costumes. If you've never been to a cabaret, this is the one to try! For reservations and more information click here.
Moulin Rouge, 82 boulevard de Clichy Paris France 75018. Métro: Pigalle.
Les Folies Bergères
Another legendary cabaret in Paris, this theater opened in 1861 and is said to be the birthplace of modern musical review. This is also a place to see traditional cancan numbers and lots of scantily dressed dancers. For tickets, prices, and more information Click Here. (In French only). (Théâtre des Folies Bergère, 8 rue Saulnier, 9th. Métro: Cadet. Showtime: 9pm. Dinner:7pm. Tickets for show only: 15-60 €.)
Another legendary cabaret in Paris, this theater opened in 1861 and is said to be the birthplace of modern musical review. This is also a place to see traditional cancan numbers and lots of scantily dressed dancers. For tickets, prices, and more information Click Here. (In French only). (Théâtre des Folies Bergère, 8 rue Saulnier, 9th. Métro: Cadet. Showtime: 9pm. Dinner:7pm. Tickets for show only: 15-60 €.)
Le Lido
Located on the most famous avenue in the world, this cabaret boasts magnificent special effects. 116, bis avenue des Champs-Elysées, 8th. Métro: 01-40-76-56-10. www.lido.fr.
Located on the most famous avenue in the world, this cabaret boasts magnificent special effects. 116, bis avenue des Champs-Elysées, 8th. Métro: 01-40-76-56-10. www.lido.fr.
Crazy Horse Saloon
This is for those of you who like a more risqué cabaret… 12 avenue George V, 8th. Métro: George V. 01-47-23-32-32
This is for those of you who like a more risqué cabaret… 12 avenue George V, 8th. Métro: George V. 01-47-23-32-32
Au Lapin Agile
This cabaret is found within a lovely cottage tucked into the hills of Montmartre. Here you'll find an evening of traditional French songs with a bit of humor mixed in. The Lapin is full of tourists, but don't let that stop you from enjoying this wonderful, historic place. Au Lapin Agile. 22, rue des Saules, 18th. 01-46-06-85-87. Métro: Lamarck-Caulaincourt. www.au-lapin-agile.com. Open daily except Mondays. Showtime: 9pm. Admission: including one drink. 24 €.
This cabaret is found within a lovely cottage tucked into the hills of Montmartre. Here you'll find an evening of traditional French songs with a bit of humor mixed in. The Lapin is full of tourists, but don't let that stop you from enjoying this wonderful, historic place. Au Lapin Agile. 22, rue des Saules, 18th. 01-46-06-85-87. Métro: Lamarck-Caulaincourt. www.au-lapin-agile.com. Open daily except Mondays. Showtime: 9pm. Admission: including one drink. 24 €.
Paris Cinéma
I'm
sure some of you are thinking, "Why on earth would I go all the way to
Paris to go to the movies? Heck, I could stay at home if I wanted to go
to the movies!" Well, sure that's true, sort of, but you couldn't do it
as well as you can do it in Paris.
Paris
has a staggering number of movie theaters. Documentaries, horror films,
Hollywood classics, campy favorites—you name it and chances are you'll
find it in Paris. In fact, over 300 films can be seen in Paris each
week.
Most older films are shown
in VO, or version originale, but if it's a new release, check to make
sure you see the letters VO, or else you'll be seeing Arnold
Schwarzenegger, en Français!
Some favorite movies houses:
Le Grand Rex
This is the place to come if you want to see the latest Hollywood blockbusters on a big screen. Built in 1932, it is the largest movie theater in Europe, with seating for 2,800 spectators and two balconies. As you can imagine, the screen is enormous; it measures 55 ft. wide and 28 ft. high.
Le Rex, 1 boulevard Poissonnière, 2nd. legrandrex.com
This is the place to come if you want to see the latest Hollywood blockbusters on a big screen. Built in 1932, it is the largest movie theater in Europe, with seating for 2,800 spectators and two balconies. As you can imagine, the screen is enormous; it measures 55 ft. wide and 28 ft. high.
Le Rex, 1 boulevard Poissonnière, 2nd. legrandrex.com
The Lucernaire Forum
This quirky little movie house has it all—a theater with nightly performances, a second-hand bookstore, a movie house showing about ten pictures a day, and a delightful bistro and café.
53, rue Notre-Dame-des-champs, 6th. Métro: Notre-Dame-des-champs.
This quirky little movie house has it all—a theater with nightly performances, a second-hand bookstore, a movie house showing about ten pictures a day, and a delightful bistro and café.
53, rue Notre-Dame-des-champs, 6th. Métro: Notre-Dame-des-champs.
La Pagode
This theater is possibly the most unique movie theater in the world and certainly one of the most charming. It was originally built in 1895, when the owner of the Bon Marché department store decided to build a Japanese pagoda for the love of his life. In 1931 it was transformed into an enchanting movie theater. Even if you don't see a film, you can still sit in the exotic gardens and have tea.
57, bis rue de Babylone, 7th. Métro: Saint François Xavier
This theater is possibly the most unique movie theater in the world and certainly one of the most charming. It was originally built in 1895, when the owner of the Bon Marché department store decided to build a Japanese pagoda for the love of his life. In 1931 it was transformed into an enchanting movie theater. Even if you don't see a film, you can still sit in the exotic gardens and have tea.
57, bis rue de Babylone, 7th. Métro: Saint François Xavier
For all show times and listings buy a copy of Pariscope or Zurban at any newsstand in Paris.
Theater
There
are over a hundred theaters in Paris, far too many to list here. For a
look at what's playing you'll want to pick up a copy of Pariscope, the
guide that lists all events in Paris on a weekly basis. It costs 40
centimes and is worth every penny. For non-French speakers, turn to the
back to find Time Out's guide to Paris in English.
Comédie Française
Founded in 1680, the Comédie Française is France's oldest theater company. The repertoire ranges from traditional to modern classics.
Salle Richelieu, 2 rue de Richelieu, 1st. Métro: Palais-Royal. Tickets: 5-30 € . 01-44-58-15-15. Comédie Française
Founded in 1680, the Comédie Française is France's oldest theater company. The repertoire ranges from traditional to modern classics.
Salle Richelieu, 2 rue de Richelieu, 1st. Métro: Palais-Royal. Tickets: 5-30 € . 01-44-58-15-15. Comédie Française
Odéon, Théâtre de l'Europe
This beautiful neo-classical building across from the Luxembourg gardens is one of the most respected theaters in Paris playing traditional as well as avant-garde productions.
1, place de L'Odéon, 6th. 01-44-41-36-36. www.theatre-odeon.frMétro: Odéon.
This beautiful neo-classical building across from the Luxembourg gardens is one of the most respected theaters in Paris playing traditional as well as avant-garde productions.
1, place de L'Odéon, 6th. 01-44-41-36-36. www.theatre-odeon.frMétro: Odéon.
In English….
Espace Pierre-Cardin
Just because you don't speak French doesn't mean you can't go to the theater in Paris. This theater, just across from the American Embassy, is now the permanent home to the One World Actors, an English language theater company that performs every Monday evening. Upcoming productions include works by David Mamet, Edward Albee, and William Shakespeare. For the full listing see their website
Just because you don't speak French doesn't mean you can't go to the theater in Paris. This theater, just across from the American Embassy, is now the permanent home to the One World Actors, an English language theater company that performs every Monday evening. Upcoming productions include works by David Mamet, Edward Albee, and William Shakespeare. For the full listing see their website
Théâtre Espace Cardin. 1,
avenue Gabriel, 8th. Métro: Concorde. Across from the American Embassy.
Showtime: 8:15pm. Tickets: 15 €. For reservations and tickets call 01
48 28 00 46 FAX: 01 48 28 09 26.
Other theaters that often have English productions include the Théâtre de Nesle (8, rue de Nesle, 6th. 01-46-34-61-04. Métro: Odeon.) and the Sudden Theater in Montmartre (14 bis, rue Sainte-Isaure, 18th. 01-42-62-35-00).
For half-price ticket the day of the show, head to Kiosque Théatre,
which sells same-day half-price tickets for a small fee. Place de la
Madeleine, 9th or in front of the Gare Montparnasse, 15th.
