Best Things to Do in Paris for Young Friend Groups
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From the classic Les Cognées and Mia Mao, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.9 · 2,235 reviews
Discover Les Cognées, a standout cocktail bar tucked into the quieter north end of the 18th arrondissement. Enjoy expertly crafted drinks and genuinely personal service from a team, including bartender Cyril, that makes the trip beyond the tourist center worthwhile.
★ 3.8 · 1,018 reviews
Discover Mia Mao, a powerhouse techno club in Paris's 19th arrondissement. Dance until the early hours on Friday or Saturday, surrounded by a dedicated crowd and a sound system built for serious clubbing.
★ 4.6 · 3,500 reviews
Discover Paris's nightlife with a guided evening pub crawl through jazz bars and lively spots. Enjoy drink deals along the way, then skip the line into a well-known club as your guide keeps the group together and the energy up.
Best season
★ 4.1 · 3,372 reviews
Discover Le Perchoir, a rooftop bar seven floors above the 11th arrondissement. Sip drinks on a garden-like terrace with pergola and vines, taking in views of the Sacré-Cœur and Paris rooftops.
★ 4.5 · 34,163 reviews
Discover La Felicità, a sprawling 4,500m² Italian food market in the 13th arrondissement. Graze between pizzeria, trattoria, beer garden and cocktail bar stands while catching live concerts, DJ sets or karaoke.
★ 3.6 · 1,735 reviews
Step beneath the Grand Rex cinema into one of Paris's most respected electronic music clubs. Dance to a powerful sound system alongside a serious, music-focused crowd drawn in by decades of top techno and house DJs.
★ 4.3 · 3,512 reviews
Discover Supersonic, an intimate concert venue near Place de la Bastille. Catch touring indie and rock acts up close in a small room with genuinely good sound and a friendly, low-key crowd.
★ 4.1 · 3,297 reviews
Dance the night away at Badaboum, a compact club near Bastille housed in a former cabaret theater. Get lost in the high-energy crowd under the pink-lit stage as electronic and indie beats take over.
★ 4.5 · 16,971 reviews
Step into a slice of Tokyo tucked inside Paris at Kodawari Ramen Yokochō. Settle into the narrow, alley-style decor and savor chef Jean-Baptiste Meusnier's award-winning ramen, crafted from carefully selected, artisan-made ingredients.
★ 4.4 · 1,859 reviews
Discover L'épicier, a speakeasy hidden behind a real Moroccan grocery store near République. Slip past the Ghandour biscuits and Fantasia chips into a bohemian, eclectic bar for creative cocktails and friendly service.
★ 4.7 · 51,375 reviews
Discover Pink Mamma, a pink-hued Florentine-style trattoria near Pigalle. Feast on flame-grilled meats, truffle pasta, and wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas beneath a glass roof, then sip cocktails at the hidden basement speakeasy.
★ 4.4 · 11,809 reviews
Step into Palais de Tokyo's raw, industrial-style galleries near Trocadéro. Wander rotating contemporary art exhibitions, browse the bookshop, grab a bite at the restaurants, and catch a talk or workshop before heading to Le Yoyo bar for the evening.
★ 4.8 · 27,542 reviews
Discover Chouchou, an all-day restaurant and bar on Boulevard de Sébastopol. Savor French and Oriental dishes like entrecôte with fries or tiramisu, paired with Moroccan wines in a lively, welcoming setting from breakfast to late night.
★ 4.2 · 1,682 reviews
Discover Le Refuge des Fondus, a playful Montmartre bistro loved for its quirky traditions. Dig into cheese and meat fondue while sipping wine served in baby bottles amid a lively, close-quarters dining room.
★ 4.4 · 14,087 reviews
Discover Ground Control, a converted railway warehouse near Gare de Lyon buzzing with food and drink stalls. Browse boutique corners, catch a DJ night or drag show, and unwind on the rooftop terrace's outdoor sauna.
★ 3.9 · 7,612 reviews
Discover Rosa Bonheur, a lively guinguette barge moored on the Seine between Pont de la Concorde and Pont Alexandre III. Dance to DJ sets under neon lights, sip drinks on the rooftop, and grab a wood-fired pizza on the riverside terrace.
★ 4.5 · 1,588 reviews
Discover Chope Moi - Republique, a jungle-themed cocktail bar near République. Sip drinks during daily happy hour, snack on charcuterie boards, then dance as tables clear away later at night.
★ 4.7 · 567 reviews
Slip through the cold room beneath Pink Mamma into No Entry, a hidden speakeasy few Parisians know about. Sink into velvet boudoir surroundings and sip Italian-style cocktails crafted by a sharp bar team, no reservation needed.
★ 4.7 · 1,561 reviews
Drop into Chope Moi - Pigalle for a laid-back night near the metro. Sip draught beer, cocktails or Ricard, share tapas and bruschettas, and catch live football or rugby on the screens.
★ 4.4 · 3,112 reviews
Step into Candelaria, one of Paris's original speakeasy-style hideaways in the Haut Marais. Grab tacos at the front counter, then slip behind it to sip mezcal cocktails in the dim, laid-back bar beyond.
★ 4.3 · 370 reviews
Slip through a mirrored door near the Louvre and descend a metal spiral staircase into Rehab, a hidden speakeasy below the Normandy Le Chantier hotel. Settle into the dim, intimate room and order from the "Remedy" cocktail menu, each drink crafted to match your mood.
★ 3.2 · 562 reviews
Discover Essaim, an underground techno club near Gare du Nord. Dance to a powerful sound system alongside an international crowd on Friday and Saturday nights for a genuine late-night club experience.
★ 4.7 · 21,303 reviews
Discover Ober Mamma, a lively Neapolitan trattoria in Oberkampf. Enjoy wood-fired pizzas, fresh pasta, and a Spritz or Negroni under the glass-roofed, plant-filled dining room.
★ 4.7 · 2,171 reviews
Step into Gotham at Batman Escape Paris, a superhero-themed escape room near the Cité des Sciences. Team up with friends or family to solve immersive puzzles, guided by friendly staff through a game reviewers praise for its clever design.
★ 4.4 · 1,156 reviews
Discover La Station – Gare des Mines, a raw industrial venue turned underground cultural hub in the 18th. Dance through club nights, catch live concerts, and soak up alternative events far from Paris's central nightlife crowds.
★ 4.0 · 1,529 reviews
Discover Virage, a late-night club tucked into Paris's northern 17th arrondissement. Dance into the early hours on weekends, but confirm entry rules and ticket validity before you head over.
★ 4.8 · 135 reviews
Discover Paris nightlife with a small group and a local guide by your side. Move between bars around Place de la République, picking up insider recommendations while meeting fellow travelers who often keep the night going long after the tour ends.
★ 4.3 · 14,537 reviews
Discover L'As du Fallafel, the Marais counter locals queue for. Join the line, order a generously stuffed falafel pita fresh off the counter, and remember to bring cash.
★ 4.3 · 3,191 reviews
Discover Miznon, chef Eyal Shani's Tel Aviv-style street food spot in the Marais. Grab a stuffed pita packed with vegetable-forward fillings and quality French produce in a casual, no-reservation setting.
★ 4.7 · 10,141 reviews
Discover BigLove, a fully vegetarian Italian trattoria tucked near Saint-Paul in the Marais. Dig into reworked classics like cacio e pepe, truffle mafaldine and garlic-butter focaccia, or settle in for a weekend brunch of savory dishes, dessert and a virgin cocktail.
Paris · 🍸 Drinks
Les Cognées
1h30
Mia Mao
Paris · 🌙 Nightlife
Evening guided tour, drinks and club entry
4h
Le Perchoir - Rooftop
2h
Paris · 🍽️ Food
La Felicita
1h15
Rex Club
2h30
Supersonic
Badaboum
Kodawari Ramen Yokochō
1h45
L'épicier speakeasy
Pink Mamma
Paris · 🎨 Museum
Palais de Tokyo
Chouchou
Le Refuge des Fondus
Ground Control
Rosa Bonheur
Chope Moi - Republique
No entry speakeasy
Chope Moi - Pigalle
Candelaria
Rehab Paris speakeasy
Essaim
Ober Mamma
Paris · 🎭 Entertainment
Batman Escape Paris
1h
La Station – Gare des Mines
Virage
Discover Paris Nightlife
3h
L As du Fallafel
Miznon
BigLove
