Best spots in Opéra
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From the classic Le Grand Cafe Capucines and Palais Garnier, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.5 · 18,441 reviews
Step into Le Grand Cafe Capucines, a Belle Époque brasserie near Opéra Garnier serving Paris since 1875. Sit down for pâté-croûte, steak au poivre or a seafood platter on the sunny terrace, any time from breakfast to late night.
★ 4.7 · 60,107 reviews
Step inside the Palais Garnier, Charles Garnier's opulent 19th-century opera house. Wander the grand marble staircase and gilded halls, admire Chagall's painted ceiling, or catch a Paris Opera Ballet performance beneath it.
★ 4.7 · 38,668 reviews
Explore Printemps Haussmann, a Belle Époque department store near the Opéra. Browse the fashion floors beneath the ornate 1923 stained-glass dome, then head to the rooftop terrace for a free panoramic view over central Paris.
★ 4.3 · 7,616 reviews
Settle in at Café de la Paix, a Parisian institution facing the Opéra Garnier since 1862. Sip coffee or savor French classics like sole and onion gratin beneath the classified Napoleon III décor, or linger over pastries on the terrace.
★ 4.7 · 3,066 reviews
Discover the rooftop terrace atop Galeries Lafayette for a scenic pause above the city. Sip coffee or a light drink while taking in sweeping views over the Opéra Garnier and, on clear days, the Eiffel Tower.
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★ 4.5 · 96,538 reviews
Step inside Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, a Paris institution near the Opéra. Browse floors of fashion, beauty, and homeware brands, pause beneath the Belle Époque stained-glass dome, and climb to the rooftop terrace for panoramic city views.
★ 3.9 · 5,993 reviews
Grab a familiar coffee break steps from the Palais Garnier. Settle into the seating area for espresso drinks, frappuccinos, or pastries, or hop online with free Wi-Fi before continuing your sightseeing.
★ 4.4 · 7,269 reviews
Step into the Musée du Parfum Fragonard, tucked near the Opéra Garnier. Wander free exhibits of antique bottles and travel perfume sets, then book a workshop to craft your own eau de cologne before browsing the boutique.
★ 4.5 · 2,974 reviews
Step into Harry's New York Bar near the Opéra, a wood-paneled institution pouring drinks since 1911. Sip a Bloody Mary or Sidecar at the bar where they were invented, surrounded by decades of storied regulars.
★ 3.4 · 9,123 reviews
Discover Cédric Grolet Opera, the pastry counter near the Opéra from the celebrated chef. Grab a coffee and marvel at his signature fruit-shaped desserts before heading out with a quick breakfast treat in hand.
★ 4.1 · 942 reviews
Discover Philippe Conticini's dessert counter tucked inside Galeries Lafayette Gourmet. Grab a coffee and one of the chef's signature pastries while browsing the bustling gourmet food hall on Boulevard Haussmann.
★ 4.2 · 7,477 reviews
Step into the Paradox Museum Paris and question everything you see. Play with hands-on illusions and science exhibits near Grands Boulevards, snapping photo-friendly shots as reality bends before you.
★ 4.1 · 1,135 reviews
Discover Yann Couvreur's pâtisserie tucked inside the Galeries Lafayette. Browse signature flans, cinnamon rolls, chocolate-filled Terriers and seasonal tarts, or order ahead for click & collect.
★ 4.3 · 2,183 reviews
Step into Pierre Hermé's boutique near the Opéra for a taste of Paris's finest pâtisserie. Build your own macaron box from signature and limited-edition flavors, or pick up seasonal creations like the fruit-and-cream nomade cakes.
★ 4.4 · 17,203 reviews
Discover Paris at your own pace aboard the Tootbus open-top hop-on hop-off tour. Hop off at major sights whenever you like with your multi-use ticket, and add a Seine river cruise for an even fuller day.
★ 4.7 · 60,106 reviews
Step inside the Palais Garnier, one of Paris's most opulent 19th-century theaters. Attend an opera, ballet, or concert, catch a public rehearsal, or wander the lavish interiors on a guided or independent tour.
★ 4.7 · 13,207 reviews
Discover La Petite Bleue, a cozy brunch café near the Opera. Savor fresh, beautifully presented dishes like savory eggs and pancakes, served with attentive care in a stylish setting.
★ 4.5 · 9,808 reviews
Discover Kintaro, a contemporary Japanese spot with an open kitchen in Paris. Dig into steaming bowls of ramen or sizzling yakiniku, with vegetarian options and quick, efficient service.
★ 4.7 · 462 reviews
Discover Climbing District Saint-Lazare, a central indoor climbing gym just steps from the station. Try the walls with guidance from approachable staff who make the sport easy to pick up, whether you're a regular or a first-timer.
★ 4.6 · 114 reviews
Step into the Library-Museum of the Opera, tucked within the grandeur of the Palais Garnier. Browse archival collections, costumes, and set designs tracing opera's history, then explore rotating exhibitions in this quiet, scholarly setting.
★ 4.1 · 360 reviews
Discover Sequoia Rooftop Bar, perched above Boulevard des Capucines in the heart of Paris. Settle in nightly from 5PM for drinks and a food menu on the terrace, with a minimum spend of 50€ per person.
★ 4.6 · 4,835 reviews
Discover Eat and Break, a casual go-to for burger lovers in Paris. Sink your teeth into flavorful burgers that regulars rank among the city's best, queue included at peak times.
★ 4.4 · 736 reviews
Step into the Chapelle Expiatoire, a quiet neoclassical monument tucked behind gates near Saint-Lazare. See where Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette were first laid to rest, away from the crowds of Paris's main tourist trail.
★ 4.2 · 998 reviews
Step inside Galeries Lafayette Haussmann for a free weekly fashion show unlike typical shopping trips. Watch models strut the runway beneath the store's stunning Belle Époque glass dome, blending style and spectacle in one unforgettable stop.
Paris · 🍽️ Food
Le Grand Cafe Capucines
1h15
Paris · 🏛️ Landmark
Palais Garnier
1h30
Paris · 🛍️ Shopping
Printemps Haussmann
Paris · 🥐 Breakfast
Cafe de la Paix
Paris · 🍸 Drinks
Drink on Galeries Lafayette rooftop
2h
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
Paris · ☕ Coffeebreak
Starbucks - 3 Boulevard des Capucines
15 min
Paris · 🎨 Museum
Musée du Parfum Fragonard
Harry's New York Bar
Cédric Grolet Opera
30 min
Philippe Conticini - Boulevard Haussmann
Paradox Museum Paris
1h
Yann couvreur - Galeries
Pierre Hermé - Avenue de l'Opéra
Paris · 🧭 Tours
Tootbus – Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with Optional Cruise
Opera at Palais Garnier
3h
La Petite Bleue
Kintaro
Paris · ⚽ Sport
Climbing District Saint-Lazare
Library-Museum of the Opera
Sequoia Rooftop Bar
Eat and break
Expiatory Chapel
20 min
Paris · 🎭 Entertainment
Fashion Show at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
