Where to Cool Off in Paris When It’s Hot? Our Best Spots Just Steps from Vice-Versa Hôtel
Published on in Gastronomy in Paris
When the heatwave hits Paris, finding a cool place becomes essential. Luckily, the City of Paris offers many ways to beat the heat: drinking fountains, municipal swimming pools, urban bathing sites, cool zones, and shady green spaces.
Located in the 15th arrondissement, Vice-Versa Hôtel—with its hammam, spa, and strategic location—is the perfect retreat to escape the summer heat.
Cool Off and Take a Dip in the City
All across Paris, small water jets, misting fountains, and drinking water stations offer free ways to stay refreshed. The city’s 42 public swimming pools—some with retractable roofs or sun decks—open their doors starting in early July.
Just a short walk from Vice-Versa, head to the banks of the Seine or the Canal de la Villette: three urban swimming areas (Bras Marie, Bras Grenelle, Quai de Bercy) invite you to dive into the city—an unusual and refreshing experience. After a riverside stroll, what could be better than unwinding in the Vice-Versa hammam, open until 10 PM?
In the Shade and Surrounded by Green
For a cool break under the trees, Parisian parks are always a safe bet. The Jardin des Plantes, Buttes-Chaumont, and Parc Montsouris offer large shaded lawns perfect for a picnic or nap.
Looking for something more secluded? The Zadkine Museum garden (6th), the Museum of Romantic Life garden (9th), or the hidden gardens of the National Archives in the Marais offer calm, leafy retreats. Another lovely option: enjoy a sweet break at Café des Marronniers, right in the heart of the Tuileries, shaded from the summer sun.
With its fountains, pools, urban swim spots, and leafy hideaways, Paris offers countless ways to stay cool. And Vice-Versa Hôtel, with its spa, air-conditioned rooms, and one-of-a-kind ambiance, welcomes you for a refreshingly stylish summer stay.
Elegance and the Art of Living in the Heart of a Parisian Summer!
Let yourself be charmed by sun-drenched Paris and enjoy up to 25% off your stay between July 14 and September 1, 2025.
Now’s the perfect time to book your summer escape at Vice-Versa Hôtel!
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Hotel Vice Versa, a 4-star boutique hotel in the heart of Paris 15th