The best venues for hosting a summer event in Paris
When the sunny days arrive, Paris turns into an open-air stage. And its houseboats and riverside estates are the perfect places to host an event… The capital is full of unique and inspiring locations for your summer gatherings — from professional cocktails to birthday parties, shoots, or intimate dinners.
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Here’s our pick of the 5 most memorable places in Paris for a summer event.
1. A Hidden Riverside Estate in Louveciennes
✨ Perfect for: summer weddings, garden parties, high-end seminars
Just 15 minutes from Paris, this riverside estate is a hidden gem for both private and corporate events. Choose from a bright reception room for 400 guests, a cosy space for 50 people, a romantic houseboat on the water, or gorgeous terraces with a view.
Extend the experience with 4 comfortable guest rooms, a high-end spa with hammam, sauna, jacuzzi and massage room, plus a gym. It’s an ideal setting for unforgettable moments.
2. An Authentic Chinese Junk on the Seine
✨ Perfect for: corporate cocktails, unique dinners, photoshoots
Looking for something out of the ordinary? This genuine Chinese junk docked in the 13th arrondissement offers a cinematic setting straight out of an adventure novel. With its wooden décor and mysterious atmosphere, it’s the perfect location for hosting stylish summer events.
Its best asset? The Seine views — all in a setting that invites connection and escape.
3. A Zen Houseboat Facing the Parc de Bagatelle
✨ Perfect for: creative meetings, dinners, relaxing stays
This fully renovated, contemporary houseboat welcomes you with a zen and elegant atmosphere. With two levels, lush terraces, an open kitchen, a home cinema, four bedrooms, and a barbecue, it’s the ideal choice for a refined gathering.
The boat is docked in a peaceful setting, facing the Île de Puteaux, with free parking nearby. Just 10 minutes from the Arc de Triomphe — yet it feels like the countryside. A perfect surprise for your guests.
4. A Panoramic Boat for Your Largest Events
✨ Perfect for: large summer parties, conferences, product launches
With capacity for up to 1,000 guests, this monumental barge in the 12th arrondissement is an event in itself. It offers several distinct areas: winter garden, lounge, rooftop, shaded riverside terrace… and even a hidden karaoke zone to keep the party going privately.
Designed for large-scale festive experiences, this boat blends the charm of Bali and Paris with custom, detail-oriented services.
5. A Hidden Houseboat in the Forest of Bois de Boulogne
✨ Perfect for: private events, garden parties, workshops or shoots
Our final favourite: a forest houseboat nestled in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne. Here, birdsong is the soundtrack to your event. With a jacuzzi, terrace, barbecue, multi-use bubble room, and floating pontoon with loungers, this spot is a true enchanted escape — in Paris itself.
The perfect place for a nature-inspired event without leaving the city — ideal for romantic dinners, wellness workshops, team-building days, or creative sessions.