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Sunset

Golden Hour at Lido de Paris

Catch the last warm light over the Champs-Élysées before the city lights up.

Best time: sunsetAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 18:16

    Ladurée

    Grab a box of macarons from Ladurée. The shop is open until 22:00, so you have plenty of time to pick your flavors before heading out.

  2. 18:36

    Parc Monceau

    Walk 16 minutes northeast to Parc Monceau. The park is a quiet, elegant green space that offers a peaceful contrast to the busy avenue. Enjoy the statues and the rotunda while you eat your sweets.

  3. 19:01

    Lido de Paris

    Head back toward the Lido de Paris. As the sun sets toward the WSW, the theater’s facade catches the final golden light. It is the perfect backdrop for a photo or a quiet moment of observation.

  4. 19:31

    Lido de Paris

    Enter the Lido de Paris. Check the dress code: casual elegant attire is required, and shorts or athletic wear are not allowed. Stay for the spectacle as the city transitions into night.

Local tip

Parc Monceau is a short walk from the main avenue, offering a serene pause before the energy of the Lido. Ladurée is very close to the theater, making it an easy stop for a treat.

Check before you go

  • Ladurée is open daily from 08:00 to 22:00.
  • The Lido de Paris is open daily from 09:00 to 02:00.
  • Ensure you wear casual elegant dress to the Lido; shorts and tennis shoes are prohibited.

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