What to do on New Year’s Eve in Paris

Whether your year was full of trials or triumphs, we can all find a few good reasons to celebrate the end of 2018 and usher in a New Year. New Year’s Eve is an opportunity to treat yourself to a fun end to this season of fêtes, and it’s hard to think of a more glamorous way to say adieu to the année than taking yourself out for a night on the town in Paris. Here are some great options for celebrating the New Year in Paris.

Le Bristol

New Year’s Eve at Le Bristol

If you’re in the mood for bubbles and bling, treat yourself to thee tasting menu at Le Bristol’s New Year’s Eve Dinner. Reserve in advance to be sure to enjoy one of the four proposed prix fixes, ranging from a four-course tasting menu (520 eur) and a six-course menu at the three-Michelin-star Epicure restaurant (1,200 eur).

The Hoxton

Hoxmas Cocktails at The Hoxton

Hipster hotel The Hoxton will wrap up its month-long Hoxmas Cocktails event on December 31. The hotel bar is proposing four limited-edition cocktails for the occasion: Spicy Wine Sour, Mandaritini, Jingle Bell, and Mulled Cider. Be sure to get your hands on one—or four—before it’s too late.

Le Drugstore

New Year’s Eve at Le Drugstore Restaurant

Chef Eric Frechon will delight New Year’s Eve diners with his inspired tasting menu at Le Drugstore Restaurant. Reserve well in advance to be sure to get a table at what promises to be a indulgent evening of gastronomic delights and Champagne.

Gibus

Gibus New Year’s Eve

If you’re looking to dance the night away, get a late start at iconic Paris night club Gibus, where the DJ sets will start at 23h and go on into the New Year. DJs from around the world will animate an ambitious 15-hour-long dance party, scheduled to finish at 14h the next day.

Cafe Antonia

New Year’s Hot Chocolate at Le Bristol’s Cafe Antonia

Take yourself out for an afternoon delight of hot chocolate and pastries at chic Paris hotel Le Bristol. The hotel’s Café Antonia welcomes you with spice-infused hot chocolate and wintery sweet treats including fruitcake and chestnut gâteau with cinnamon and vanilla.

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Related links

• Read more about how to have a unique New Year’s Eve in Paris.
• Having a party at home? Check out our guide to choosing champagne.
• Is your New Year’s resolution to get healthier? Read about Parisian wellbeing.

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