Le Perchoir Marais

A Marais rooftop reached through the BHV department store, with the draw being the view of the Hôtel de Ville and central Paris laid out below. Order something refreshing — you're here for the view — though the cocktails are solid. Come at golden hour for the Hôtel de Ville views and book ahead, because it gets crowded at sunset. It is a classic Paris rooftop experience, the department-store entrance part of the fun and the central-city panorama the payoff. Arrive early or reserve, because everyone has the same sunset idea — and the view over the Hôtel de Ville earns the competition for a table.