The Best Evenings In Paris – Nighttime In The City Of Light

Paris truly comes alive in the evening, offering a wealth of unforgettable experiences that embody the city's unique charm and elegance. Whether you're drawn to a champagne cruise along the Seine, a fine dining experience on the Eiffel Tower, or a dazzling cabaret performance, Paris has something to enchant every visitor. We've gathered our top recommendations for an ideal night in the City of Light, designed to help you savor all the magic of Paris after dark.

1. Bateaux Parisiens VIP Dinner Cruise

A dinner cruise along the most famous river in the best city in the world. What could be better? The classic French dinner is prepared on board by the chef and his team. The table setting is refined and the dress code is casual elegance. A table has been reserved for you near a window to afford you glorious nighttime views of the City of Light. Choose the Service Premier for a table at the front of the boat, a better menu, more champagne, and the best experience. It's worth the extra cost.

2. Dinner Cruise + Eiffel Tower + Moulin Rouge

Get ready for another fun-filled evening in Paris that takes you deep into the nightlife of the City of Light. It starts at the Eiffel Tower, where you meet your guide to ride the elevator and marvel at the stunning views of Paris below you.

Then, at the banks of the river, the Paris Seine dinner cruise boat is waiting to welcome you on board. The classic 3-course dinner is even better when the lights of Paris are the backdrop. After all those breathtaking views, you are driven across the city to Montmartre and the temple of the can-can, Moulin Rouge. Champagne is served, of course!

3. Dine On The Eiffel Tower At Madame Brasserie

High above Paris, Michelin-starred Chef Thierry Marx has created Madame Brasserie on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. Dining on the iconic monument is as amazing as it sounds. The reviews are raving and the views are fantastic. With Paris 200 feet beneath you, and a glass of champagne in your hand, you'll congratulate yourself on having make this reservation in advance. Be sure to choose the Grande Dame – Paris View option for the best views and the best meal. It's worth it.

4. Dinner Cruise with Maxim's of Paris

Maxim's of Paris, the iconic Belle Époque brasserie, debuted in 1900 for the Universal Exposition. Now, on this evening cruise, you can dine on specialties made famous at the historic bistro - think lobster, truffles and fresh seafood - while you admire the lights of the city. With VIP treatment including guaranteed window seating for the best views, you'll be immersed in an unforgettable romantic atmosphere.

5. Opera & Ballet Performances

Paris is also the City of Culture and one of the best places to see superb performances of opera and ballet, staged at two superb venues. First up on our list is the stunning 19th-century opera house, Palais Garnier, built in an ornate Belle-Époque style. A visit to Paris is incomplete if you miss seeing the interior of this amazing building.

Built in the 20th century, Opera de la Bastille is the grand opera house of Paris and one of the best place in Europe to see opera performances. You're likely to find large-scale productions of some of the most famous, like The Barber Of Seville and La Bohème. Spectacles not to be missed.

6. Champagne Cruise Along the Seine

Paris + Champagne! Is it any wonder that we love this cruise? You start with priority access to your bateau, where you are lead to your seat in an exclusive area at the front of the boat. You soon set sail and glide past the city's world-famous monuments while sipping bubbly poured by your very own sommelier who explains how champagne is made and the subtle differences in the three glasses you will taste on your evening voyage.

7. A Night at Paris Latin

We've already mentioned the iconic Paris night spot, Moulin Rouge. Flying under the nighttime radar is Paradis Latin, a classic cabaret in the Latin Quarter. The street it's on and the entry are so unassuming (compared to Moulin Rouge, at least!) that you may think you've discovered a Paris Secret. Interestingly, Gustave Eiffel, who built the Tower and Moulin Rouge, also built Paradis Latin in 1889.

Following a classic, three-course dinner (with wines from Bordeaux, plus champagne), watch performances of the Can-Can and many other musical and dance numbers during a spectacular 3-hour performance.

8. Night Bike Ride + River Cruise

Paris is lovely and haunting at night and the perfect time for a bike ride. But, this is a ride with a couple of differences. First, it takes place in the evening, when you ride down ancient streets, cruising past famous monuments while they are all lit up for your viewing enjoyment. But that's not all — after your pedal-pushing ride you hop on a bateau for a nighttime cruise along the Seine. A glass of wine is included, of course!

Paris After Dark – Unforgettable Evenings Await

The beauty of Parisian evenings is in their variety, each night offering a distinct taste of the city's charm. From elegant dinners in cozy restaurants to the sparkle of cabarets and the romance of a nighttime river cruise, Paris by night is a world all its own. Every evening holds a new adventure, inviting you to embrace the city's rich traditions and vibrant nightlife. Make your evening one to remember by indulging in one — or several! — of these quintessential Paris experiences.