The 10 Best Wedding Venues in Paris (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 10 picks

The best wedding venues in Paris in 2026 are Pavillon Gabriel off the Champs-Élysées for a big reception, Hôtel d'Évreux on Place Vendôme for a historic mansion, Le Pré Catelan in the Bois de Boulogne for a garden setting, and Shangri-La Paris or the Hôtel de Crillon for palace-hotel glamour. For something different, hire a yacht on the Seine.

A Paris wedding usually means one of four settings: a palace hotel (catering, rooms and staff in one place), a privately hired pavilion or hôtel particulier run by a big caterer, a garden pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne, or a boat on the Seine. Prices in this list are a rough guide to the overall budget per guest, not hire fees; every venue quotes on request, and caterer-run venues usually require their own catering. Book 12–18 months ahead for a Saturday between May and September. For a country setting within reach of Paris, see our best château wedding venues in France.

1. Pavillon Gabriel — Champs-Élysées (8th)

A large pavilion in the gardens of the Champs-Élysées, for big receptions.

$$$$ Splurge

Pavillon Gabriel sits in the gardens at the bottom of the Champs-Élysées and is run by the Potel et Chabot group, one of Paris's best-known event caterers. The group lists about 1,800 square meters across four lounges and terraces, for receptions from 50 to 1,800 guests.

It suits large, formal weddings that want a central, prestigious address and full-service catering.

Good to know: Ask about the terraces for a summer cocktail hour.

5 Avenue Gabriel, 75008 Paris

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2. Hôtel d'Évreux — Place Vendôme (1st)

An 18th-century mansion on Place Vendôme, for up to about 350 guests.

$$$$ Splurge

Hôtel d'Évreux is one of the private mansions on Place Vendôme, hired out by the Potel et Chabot group. The group lists about 300 square meters over seven lounges for up to 350 guests.

It is the address for a classic, gilded Paris wedding, with Place Vendôme's jewelers and the Tuileries on the doorstep for photographs.

Good to know: Plan photographs on Place Vendôme early in the evening, when the light is soft.

19 Place Vendôme, 75001 Paris

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3. Le Pré Catelan — Bois de Boulogne (16th)

A Napoleon III pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne, catered by Lenôtre.

$$$$ Splurge

Le Pré Catelan is a Napoleon III pavilion in the Bois de Boulogne whose reception salons — Trianon, Empire, Louis XVI, Versailles and Médicis among them — are run by the Paris caterer Lenôtre. Gardens and terraces make it feel like a country house inside the city.

It suits couples who want greenery and space without leaving Paris, with Lenôtre's catering and pastry included.

Good to know: Arrange transport for guests: the pavilion is deep in the Bois de Boulogne, well away from the Métro.

Route de Suresnes, Bois de Boulogne, 75016 Paris

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4. Shangri-La Paris — Trocadéro / Iéna (16th)

A prince's former palace facing the Eiffel Tower across the Seine.

$$$$ Splurge

The Shangri-La Paris occupies the former home of Prince Roland Bonaparte, with grand 19th-century salons and rooms that look straight across the river to the Eiffel Tower. Its reception salons host weddings, and guests can stay on site.

It is the pick for an Eiffel Tower view and a palace-hotel setting, ideal for smaller, very elegant weddings.

Good to know: Book a block of Eiffel Tower-view rooms early for the wedding party.

10 Avenue d'Iéna, 75116 Paris

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5. Hôtel de Crillon — Place de la Concorde (8th)

An 18th-century palace on Place de la Concorde, now a Rosewood hotel.

$$$$ Splurge

The Hôtel de Crillon has stood on Place de la Concorde since the 18th century and is now run by Rosewood. Its historic salons, opening onto the square, host receptions and dinners.

It suits a smaller, very polished wedding, with the suites and service of one of Paris's top palace hotels.

Good to know: The Concorde-facing salons are the ones to ask about.

10 Place de la Concorde, 75008 Paris

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6. Four Seasons Hotel George V — Golden Triangle (8th)

A palace hotel famous for its flowers, with salons and a courtyard for receptions.

$$$$ Splurge

The Four Seasons George V is known for its dramatic floral displays, its Michelin-starred restaurants and its marble courtyard. Its salons and courtyard host weddings and private dinners.

It suits couples who want the food and service of a palace hotel and a short walk to the Champs-Élysées and Avenue Montaigne.

Good to know: Ask about involving the hotel's florists, who are part of its reputation.

31 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris

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7. The Peninsula Paris — Étoile / Kléber (16th)

A palace hotel near the Arc de Triomphe with a rooftop facing the Eiffel Tower.

$$$$ Splurge

The Peninsula Paris occupies a restored 1908 building on Avenue Kléber, a few minutes from the Arc de Triomphe. Its ballroom and salons host weddings, and the rooftop restaurant looks out on the Eiffel Tower.

It suits weddings that want contemporary luxury in a historic shell, plus an easy cocktail hour with a view.

Good to know: Ask whether the rooftop can be included for drinks or photos.

19 Avenue Kléber, 75116 Paris

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8. Les Salons Hoche — Étoile (8th)

Haussmann-era reception rooms near the Arc de Triomphe, for mid-size weddings.

$$$ Upmarket

Les Salons Hoche are reception rooms in a 19th-century building on Avenue Hoche, near the Arc de Triomphe, hired out for weddings, parties and corporate events.

It is a classic, central option with Haussmann decor that suits mid-size weddings and allows a more flexible budget than the palace hotels.

Good to know: Ask what catering options are approved before you sign.

9 Avenue Hoche, 75008 Paris

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9. Musée des Arts Forains — Bercy (12th)

A museum of antique fairground rides that guests can actually ride.

$$$ Upmarket

The Musée des Arts Forains fills old wine warehouses in Bercy (the Pavillons de Bercy) with 19th- and early-20th-century carousels, fairground stalls and automata. It is privatized for parties and receptions, and guests can ride the antique carousels.

It is the most playful wedding setting in Paris, perfect for a big party with a sense of fun.

Good to know: The museum is otherwise visited by appointment, so tour it first to choose your hall.

53 Avenue des Terroirs de France, 75012 Paris

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10. Yachts de Paris — Seine (4th)

Private yachts and riverside salons for a wedding sailing past the monuments.

$$$ Upmarket

Yachts de Paris runs a fleet of private boats on the Seine, from the intimate Cachemire to the three-deck Paquebot, plus riverside salons including one facing the Eiffel Tower. It lists weddings among its private celebrations.

A dinner cruise past Notre-Dame, the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower is a memorable alternative to a fixed venue.

Good to know: Time the cruise so you pass the Eiffel Tower when it sparkles on the hour after dark.

Port Henri IV, 75004 Paris

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Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners legally marry in France?

Only through a civil ceremony at a French town hall (mairie), and at least one partner (or a parent) must normally live in that commune, which most visitors can't meet. Most international couples marry legally at home and hold a symbolic ceremony in France; the venue or a planner can arrange an officiant.

How much does a wedding venue in Paris cost?

It varies hugely. Caterer-run pavilions and palace hotels typically quote several hundred euros per guest for dinner and drinks, before venue hire, and a full private hire of a large pavilion can run well into five or six figures. Ask every venue for a per-guest quote including service and VAT.

Can you get married at the Eiffel Tower?

The Eiffel Tower's restaurants host private events, but most couples choose a venue with a view of it instead: the Shangri-La Paris and The Peninsula Paris both have Eiffel Tower views, and Yachts de Paris sails past it.

When should I book a Paris wedding venue?

For a Saturday from May to September, 12–18 months ahead. Weekdays, winter dates and lunch receptions are easier to get and often cheaper.

Do Paris venues allow outside caterers?

Usually not at caterer-owned venues such as Pavillon Gabriel, Hôtel d'Évreux and Le Pré Catelan, where the house caterer is part of the package. Palace hotels also use their own kitchens.

1. Pavillon Gabriel — Champs-Élysées (8th)

2. Hôtel d'Évreux — Place Vendôme (1st)

3. Le Pré Catelan — Bois de Boulogne (16th)

4. Shangri-La Paris — Trocadéro / Iéna (16th)

5. Hôtel de Crillon — Place de la Concorde (8th)

6. Four Seasons Hotel George V — Golden Triangle (8th)

7. The Peninsula Paris — Étoile / Kléber (16th)

8. Les Salons Hoche — Étoile (8th)

9. Musée des Arts Forains — Bercy (12th)

10. Yachts de Paris — Seine (4th)

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