What to do in Paris for New Year's Eve?

Paris is packed with amazing attractions to help you welcome in the New Year. On the 31st December in the City of Light, you will be immersed in an attractive, colourful and dynamic atmosphere.

New Year's Eve in Paris

If you wish to be at the heart of the Parisian party, you must head to the famous Champs-Elysées avenue. You will be enthralled by the illuminated decorations and the shop window displays. From 10pm onwards, thousands of people gather and get ready to shout out the countdown to the New Year. After midnight, numerous bars and nightclubs will welcome you in to continue the party all night long.

Of course, you might prefer to head to the most emblematic monument of Paris, the Eiffel Tower, equally crowded on this occasion, and adorned with a thousand spectacular lights for the New Year’s Eve party. Revellers gather together on the vast gardens of the Champ-de-Mars and the Trocadéro.

A more original New Year’s Eve

We recommend the special New Year’s Eve cruises on the river Seine, offered by numerous companies. You will enjoy the most beautiful views of Paris, in particular of the Eiffel Tower and its illuminations, all while savouring dishes which have been prepared with finesse. You can also choose a musical ambience to accompany your dishes and fine wines.

Being a culinary capital, Paris offers numerous places to dine before or after the twelve chimes of midnight. For a gala dinner, the best restaurants in Paris will welcome you for a succulent meal, including Chef’s appetisers and a glass of champagne. Luxurious surroundings, fine dining, a singer and musicians, and exceptional views; finish the year off beautifully.

Would you like a New Year’s Eve which combines a gastronomic meal and an unbelievable atmosphere? Take the opportunity to discover the Parisian cabaret show. Let yourself be carried away by lively music to celebrate the New Year in a warm and festive atmosphere. Enjoy unexpected flavours prepared by the best chefs. Dancers and other acrobats are waiting for you at Crazy Horse, Lido, and Moulin Rouge.

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