Sam Bradpiece

Paris’s clubbing scene hasn’t always had the best reputation, and ten years ago, early curfews and strict sound controls near killed it off completely. But thankfully, its hardcore party-goers refused to give up, and the legendary Concrete (though it closed its doors in 2019), opened the door for new, fresh nightlife in the French capital.   Now, some of Paris's clubs rival the likes of Berlin and Budapest, from repurposed floating péniches to giant disused warehouses extra-muros. Parties carry on into the early hours, and you’ll get great cocktails, good music and majestic views that you’ll be shouting about for years to come. Here are our picks of the best clubs in Paris.  RECOMMENDED:🥘 The best restaurants in Paris🎨 The best things to do in Paris⛵ The best day trips from Paris🏡 The best Airbnbs in Paris This guide was written by Sam Bradpiece, who was previously based in Paris. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.

Steeped in history, style and culture, the City of Light has more than enough to draw visitors all year around – and that’s before we even get started on the food and wine. But there are certain times of year when a trip to Paris can be extra-special. For music fans, the calendar teems with festivals for all tastes, from leftfield jazz to alternative rock to mainstream pop. There’s also a huge number of restaurant conventions that aim to showcase France’s rich culinary heritage. The French capital’s Pride celebrations, too, are matchless. Not even to mention a whole host of other hot-ticket film, fashion and sporting events that take place throughout the year. Looking to coincide your visit with a blowout expo or festival? This is our pick of the best annual events in Paris.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Paris