Our 10 spots to feel like you're on vacation without leaving Paris this summer!

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Dinner at Eldorado for a One-Way Trip to the South

With its ivy-covered facade, sunlit patio, and cheerful kitchen, Eldorado has all the charm of a vacation home. Here, you sit down as if you were in a Provençal bastide, far away from the hustle and bustle of Paris. It’s the perfect spot to extend those long summer evenings around delicious sharing plates.

Address: 18 Rue des Dames, 75017 Paris

Treat Yourself to an Eastern Getaway at the Great Mosque of Paris

Just steps past the entrance, the decor transforms completely. Mosaics, blooming patios, fountains, a tea salon, and Eastern pastries create a true oasis of peace in the heart of the 5th arrondissement. A timeless place where it's lovely to linger over a glass of mint tea.

Address: 2bis Pl. du Puits de l'Ermite, 75005 Paris



Rent a pedal boat on the Bassin de la Villette

Who said you need to hit the coast to go boating? Every summer, the Bassin de la Villette transforms into a beach resort. With pedal boats, festive quays, water activities, and long strolls by the water, it creates a true vacation vibe right in the heart of Paris!

Address: 75019 Paris



Feeling Like You're in California at Carrie

Light wood, iced coffee, colorful plates, and a laid-back vibe: at Carrie, everything reminds you of the trendy cafés in Los Angeles. You can settle in for a brunch or lunch on the terrace, feeling like you've crossed the Atlantic.

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Address: 14 Rue Léopold Bellan, 75002 Paris




Indulge in a Greek Aperitif at Eupatoria

Just a few mezzés, a chilled glass of Greek wine, a simple decor, and a warm atmosphere: it takes little more to imagine being in a taverna in Athens or on a terrace in the Cyclades. A Mediterranean stop that takes your taste buds on a journey.

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Address: Rue d'Eupatoria, 75020 Paris

Rediscover Childhood at the Farm of La Villette

In the heart of the Parc de la Villette, goats, sheep, chickens, rabbits, and ducks live happily in a educational farm open to everyone. A stroll among the enclosures is enough to forget the city and relive the feelings of a weekend in the countryside. A must-visit for families... but not just for them!

Address: Gal de la Villette, 75019 Paris

Explore the Jardin d'agronomie tropicale René-Dumont

Palms, bamboo, exotic trees, and pavilions covered in lush greenery: this little-known garden in eastern Paris is a true movie set! Once the site of the Colonial Exhibition, it’s now one of the most exotic spots in the Paris area. A stroll here feels like wandering through a forgotten jungle.

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Address: 45 Av. de la Belle Gabrielle, 75012 Paris

Strolling through the Villa de la Mouzaïa like in a village

Charming flower-filled houses, cobblestone alleys, wisteria, and hidden gardens… The Villa de la Mouzaïa is one of the most delightful neighborhoods in Paris. Here, peace reigns and cars are a rare sight. You’ll feel like you’re in a little country village a thousand miles away from the capital.

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Address: 23 Vla du Progrès, 75019 Paris

Escape to the Alpine Garden of the Jardin des Plantes

Behind a discreet gate of the Jardin des Plantes lies one of the most beautiful secrets of Paris. The Alpine Garden brings together over 2,000 species from the Alps, the Pyrenees, the Himalayas, and even the Andes. Among the rockeries, paths, and mountain flowers, you might feel like you're on a full hike hundreds of kilometers away from the capital.

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Address: 57 Rue Cuvier, 75005 Paris

Get a Bird's Eye View from the Rooftop of the Moulin Rouge

When the temperatures rise, the Bar à bulles, the rooftop of the Moulin Rouge, becomes one of the most delightful spots in the capital. Perched above Pigalle, it offers an unbeatable view of the rooftops of Paris, a chill vibe, and evenings that remind you of the most beautiful terraces in Lisbon or Barcelona. It's the perfect place to enjoy a sunset with a cocktail in hand... and maybe even catch a movie on the roof!

Address: 90 Boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris