Bastille day in Paris: a tailor-made experience at Maison Villeroy

July 14th in Paris is a special occasion. A moment of national celebration, shared beauty and popular joy. But what if this year, the luxury experience in Paris on July 14th were to be lived differently?

For the Bastille Day, Maison Villeroy is offering an intimate and refined July 14, nestled in a private mansion in the 8ᵉ arrondissement, a stone’s throw from the July 14 festivities.
The establishment invites guests to experience the art of French living, blending historic tradition, heritage and contemporary elegance.

A HOUSE, A STORY

A former private residence, Maison Villeroy embodies discreet luxury and bespoke hospitality in Paris’s prestigious Golden Triangle. With just eleven suites, a Michelin-starred Trente-Trois restaurant and an intimate spa, Maison Villeroy becomes your Parisian home for a few days.

Every summer, we see Paris vibrate with a special energy as the national holiday approaches. To get out and about in Paris on July 14th and take full advantage of the events, while enjoying the serenity of a confidential address, here’s our selection of must-do experiences, and a few tips on how to live them differently.

1. WATCH THE MILITARY PARADE ON THE CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES

Held every year since 1880, the July 14th parade takes place in the morning on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, with the traditional overflight of the Patrouille de France. Departure is scheduled for around 10.45 a.m.

Maison Villeroy tips: Don’t forget to arrive early to take advantage of a privileged location.

2. VIBRATE TO THE RHYTHM OF THE PARIS CONCERT AT THE FOOT OF THE EIFFEL TOWER

From 9.30pm, the Champ-de-Mars is transformed into an open-air stage by the Orchestre National de France and the Radio France Choir. A grandiose performance, conceived as a musical gift to the city and its visitors.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS: A tailor-made picnic, a soft blanket, a well-chosen bottle… Our teams take care of everything, so that all you have to do is enjoy yourself, feet in the grass, music in the air.

3. ADMIRE THE FIREWORKS FROM THE FINEST VANTAGE POINTS

At 11pm, the Eiffel Tower becomes the setting for a spectacular 30-minute fireworks display. The best vantage points? The Champ-de-Mars, the Trocadéro and the Berges de Seine.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS: The experience takes on a whole new dimension from a Riva on the Seine, privatized by our teams for the occasion.

5. BOOK A DINNER CRUISE ON THE SEINE

For an evening as poetic as it is refined, nothing beats dinner on the water. Aboard a boat, Paris flashes before your eyes, illuminated by fireworks, in a hushed atmosphere.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS: Let yourself be carried away by the idea of an evening on the water… Our teams take the helm and take care of the reservations.

6. TAKE PART IN THE FIREMEN’S BALL

On the night of July 13 to 14, the fire stations of Paris come alive to the rhythm of popular balls, in a festive and relaxed atmosphere. A lively and joyfully Parisian tradition to party like Parisians.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS: Charlotte, our accommodation manager, has her favorite addresses… just ask her.

7. DISCOVER MUSEUMS AND CULTURAL EVENTS ON JULY 14TH

Many Parisian museums offer free admission for the Fête nationale in Paris: Les Invalides, the Panthéon, and sometimes even the Louvre. Some institutions are also hosting military demonstrations and meetings with the army.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS A personalized itinerary can be devised, according to your wishes.

8. SEE THE “PARIS CAULDRON” IN THE JARDIN DES TUILERIES

Every evening, a spectacular illuminated balloon rises above the Tuileries gardens. On July 14th, it lights up in an even more enchanting setting, offering a final suspended moment.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS A suspended moment deserves a well-thought-out detour. Chauffeur, sweet snack or guided stroll… Let us compose the perfect end to your evening.

What if July 14th in Paris became the occasion for an exceptional stay? Just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées and the Eiffel Tower, Maison Villeroy offers a rare interlude in a 5-star hotel in Paris, designed as a private residence.

The hotel’s eleven suites, Michelin-starred restaurant, confidential spa and 24/7 butler service invite you to indulge in the good life. A unique address to celebrate the Fête Nationale in total serenity, while enjoying the great Parisian festivities.

MAISON VILLEROY TIPS: July 14th is one of the most popular weekends of the year. Don’t wait: book your stay.