Yes, we know, it’s ugly. Rain is nice, but only when you’re under the comforter. So when you’ve got no choice, here are the best things to do when it’s raining in Paris. I promise, you’ll finally love the rain! (Well, maybe not, but we tried).
Try The FRIENDS™ Experience at Galeries Montparnasse
What better idea than to take refuge at Galeries Montparnasse to enjoy an afternoon immersed in the world of the FRIENDS™ series? Among the sitcom’s most iconic settings, you can play foosball, sit in Joey’s recliner, cuddle his giant plush Hugsy the penguin, get under Ross’s skin or rather the anteater’s in the episode where he introduces his friend Ben to the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, take a photo in the orange sofa…. A multitude of iconic scenes to recreate!
Drinking hot chocolate – A comforting activity to do whenever it’s raining in Paris.
Honestly, drinking hot chocolate when it’s raining already sounds like a good idea, doesn’t it? Well, you’re in luck: Paris is full of good places to drink exquisite hot chocolate. Creamy, original, classic… Simply delicious.
Go to the Grand Rex to see a great movie
The Grand Rex is a legendary cinema where we love to spend time and see great films. This month, it’s time to see some excellent films. Comedy, action, thrills… All you have to do is make your choice!
📍1 Boulevard Poissonnière, 75002 Paris
Stroll through Paris’ most beautiful covered passages – A romantic activity we love to do when it’s raining!
If you never have time to stop by when it’s raining, these passages are the places to go. We go there to buy deco, drink a good coffee, go shopping…Among the most beautiful Parisian covered passages, there’s obviously the Galerie Vivienne, the Passage Choiseul or even the Passage du Grand Cerf in the 2ᵉ. Plenty to see and do!
Take in a free exhibition in Paris to escape the rain
It’s a rainy day, so what better way to avoid the downpour than by taking refuge in an exhibition. We recommend the latest free exhibitions, or photo exhibitions not to be missed…
Brunch – The ultimate rain remedy in Paris
When appetite goes, everything goes! And believe us, there’s no shortage of good brunch places in Paris. L’hôtel 1k and its all-you-can-eat brunch, Chez Fuero and its delicious Spanish brunch, Le buffet des merveilles and its magical brunch… There’s plenty to choose from!
Treat yourself to a Beer Spa – For a moment of pure relaxation
When it rains, we can say goodbye to pretty terraces. But we don’t say no to a moment of pampering. For a moment of pure relaxation, solo or as a duo, we recommend you try Paris’s first beer spa. Firstly, because it’s great fun: you can enjoy the benefits of hops for your skin. And because it’s so convivial, you can choose to have a small beer while enjoying the bubbles in your bath. In short, we love it!
📍Galerie le Sevrien, 101 Rue de Sèvres, 75006
A horror escape game – A fun way to get scared!
How about having some fun scaring yourself while it’s raining? If we’re going to avoid the rain, we might as well spend a good hour in an escape game! We’ve tested the best horror escape games in Paris. Our favorite? L’abattoir, where you’ll have to escape from a serial killer in less than an hour. A highly immersive atmosphere to experience with your best buddies.
📍 23 rue servan, 75011 Paris
🎮 2 to 5 players
☠️ Difficulty all levels
Play video games at La Tête dans les Nuages – And forget the rain in Paris
If you haven’t already heard of La Tête dans les Nuages, it’s literally the place to be when it’s pouring outside. In this huge 1,500 m² facility, with its permanent funfair feel, you can play retro arcade games, go bowling, VR… Clearly, this is not the place to let your hair down! Definitely one of our favorite geeky addresses in Paris!
📍5 boulevard des Italiens, 75002 Paris
Laugh out loud at the Golden comedy club in Paris
📍36 rue Dalayrac, 75002 Paris
Take refuge in a bookshop to find your next nugget – The cosy activity when it’s raining in Paris
What could be better than reading a book when it’s raining? If you’ve run out of books to put under your bonnet, we’d advise you to head off to the most beautiful bookshops in Paris when it’s raining. Firstly, because these addresses are so sublime that they’re well worth a visit. And because you’re sure to find your next favorite book! Some bookshops even specialize in second-hand books, so you don’t have to break the bank!
Meet in a speakeasy
How about escaping the gloom to a cosy meeting place? There’s nothing like a speakeasy to help you unwind! In these hidden addresses, you can enjoy a refined cocktail while admiring the often unusual surroundings.
Visit one of the capital’s free museums – the perfect opportunity to avoid the rain in Paris!
Did you know that Paris has some totally free museums to visit? Our favorite is the Musée du Parfum Fragonard. In this beautiful building, you’ll discover the art of perfume, from A to Z!
📍9 rue Scribe, 75009 Paris