All 20 jazz bars in Paris, mapped.

One street does half the work

The Rue des Lombards, by Châtelet, is Paris's jazz street, with several clubs within a few doors of each other, so if one set is full the next door may not be. Most clubs charge per concert rather than per night, and the price depends on who is playing; drinks are on top, and some rooms expect you to order. Many clubs run two sets an evening with a new audience for the second, and the late set is often cheaper and looser. Jam sessions, usually later in the night, are the cheapest way in.

Questions people ask

What are the best jazz bars in Paris?

Sunset Sunside on the Rue des Lombards for modern jazz, Le Petit Journal Saint-Michel for traditional jazz and swing, and 38Riv Jazz Club for a cellar jam.

How many jazz bars are there in Paris?

NUM's directory maps 20 jazz and blues bars and clubs in Paris and the nearby suburbs.

Do Paris jazz clubs charge a cover?

Most charge per concert, with the price set by the act, and drinks are extra. Late jam sessions tend to cost least; check the club's program for each night.

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