The Best Places to Celebrate New Year's Eve in Paris

Deciding how to celebrate New Year's Eve requires careful consideration. You wouldn't want to find yourself in the wrong place when the clock strikes midnight, certainly not stuck in the back of a taxi or at a dull party where your only wish is to be elsewhere. Hoping to make your decision easier, we have compiled exceptional events and a restaurant that will undoubtedly allow you to welcome the new year surrounded by loved ones.

Where to Dance and Enjoy Live Performances - La Gigi Party

If you're looking for an all-inclusive night, head to Silencio des Prés for La Gigi Party. Start with dinner: shareable small plates, delicious tarama with homemade focaccia, or prawn croquettes with spicy mayonnaise, and the famous fennel and wasabi sea bass tartare. For the main course, you can kick off the year with perfectly grilled octopus accompanied by preserved lemons or a classic burger with crispy fries. If you plan to celebrate the night with a partner, there's the delightful roasted chicken to share with smoked mashed potatoes and garlic or the turbot with brown butter. Last year, the restaurant offered a special menu for the occasion, and although it hasn't been announced yet, we imagine it includes oysters and champagne. Now, onto the party. From 10 pm to 6 am, the restaurant and the 360-degree ground floor cinema will come alive with the city's best DJs: Camporeale, Parisienne Gyal, Darlean, and Louis Savary. In the cinema room, you'll find Rebequita, Gina Jimenez (and guests), and Tysha Cee. Expect a mix of contemporary and nostalgic sounds that will remind you of the past and excite you for the future. The cherry on top? Live performances in the theater by Mikano, Michel, and Yassine Stein from 10 pm to midnight. Tickets are on sale now for 20 euros, and every time 15 tickets are sold, a "golden ticket" will be distributed, guaranteeing a free drink and a chance to make a New Year's announcement on the mic. You won't be disappointed.

Address: 22 rue Guillaume Apollinaire, 75006

Ticketing: La Gigi Special NYE

Where to Savor a Unique Meal - Inka

One of the city's first and most authentic Peruvian restaurants is located in the 1K Paris hotel, in the heart of Le Marais, a chic and elegant hotel inspired by Latin America with royal blue decor and brass accents. Recently opened, the hotel has become a famous spot for food enthusiasts and Latin culture lovers, housing a taqueria, El Vecino, and a Mezcaleria, in addition to the renowned restaurant Inka. Inviting guests to discover authentic Andean cuisine, Chef Juan Carlos Récamier has taken the reins of this unique restaurant, ensuring Parisians a special New Year's Eve. Priced at 80€ per person, the festive menu starts with Chicharrón de pollo and crispy brioche, followed by a trio of tuna nigiri, wild salmon with sea urchin, accompanied by leche de tigre with ponzu jelly and trout roe. What's next? Scallops with marinated celery, mushroom emulsion with miso and chili, and then the main course: a marinated picanha beef with saffron risotto and yakitori-braised porcini mushrooms. Finally, a unique dessert featuring Lima cabbage, Andean lucuma, and algarrobina cream. After this inventive and unique dinner, guests can enjoy a stand-up comedy show at the Loup Comedy Club before dancing until 3 am with a series of DJ sets featuring some of the best Latin tunes.

Hotel 1K - 13 Boulevard du Temple, 75003

Reservations: Inka Reservations

Where to Get Lost in Music - Le Yoyo

The renowned Palais de Tokyo, housing inspiring artworks and hosting annual Rick Owens fashion shows and clandestine parties, organizes what is probably the biggest New Year's Eve party in all of Paris. For the occasion, the museum's basement transforms into a massive 1000 m2 dance floor, becoming the largest nightclub in Paris, complete with a 10-meter diagonal LED screen. To celebrate the new year in true Parisian style, you'll have a stunning view of the Eiffel Tower and can dance from 10 pm to 5 am with numerous DJ sets, including one by the rising star DJ Souly. It's expected that 1,400 people will be present, ensuring a vibrant and wild atmosphere. Make sure to eat something before heading to the party, as once inside, you're unlikely to want to leave, thanks to the long giant bars, spacious area, and VIP lounges. However, starting at midnight, you can enjoy complimentary treats. A live countdown to midnight will be displayed on the LED screen, making it the perfect moment for your last celebration of 2023. In terms of music, expect an eclectic mix of 80s pop, contemporary house and R&B, disco-funk, dance, salsa... a blend of genres for every taste. Prices range from €61 to €717 for those who want to enjoy a VIP experience. There's a dress code, so take the time to think about your outfit.

Palais de Tokyo - 13 Avenue du Président Wilson, 75016

Ticketing: Famous New Year Yoyo Palais de Tokyo Big Party 2024