Last Updated on 28 January 2026 by Vanessa

Thought Paris was just for croissants and museums? It turns out it’s just as much a city for cat enthusiasts. Here are 20 things you don’t want to miss in Paris if you love cats.

Paris might not be overflowing with cats like Istanbul or Molyvos, where you’ll spot felines lounging around every corner. But don’t be fooled. When it comes to cat-friendly spots, this city absolutely delivers. Paris welcomes its feline residents (and fans!) with open arms, making it a dream destination for cat lovers like me.

I’ve visited Paris multiple times, and each trip has brought me closer to discovering more cat-centric gems.

From cozy cat cafés to posh hotels with their very own resident cats, I’ve tracked down all the must-visit places that celebrate our favorite four-legged companions. Whether you’re a Parisian in need of some whiskered therapy or a traveler chasing cute cats around the city, this guide is for you.

So grab your metro pass, and let’s explore the best cat-themed spots in Paris that will totally steal your heart.

The ultimate cat enthusiasts’ guide to Paris

Le Café des Chats

• Address: Le Café des Chats, 9 Rue Sedaine, 75011 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 12:00 pm to 09:00 pm.

In Le Café des Chats, the aroma of coffee mingles harmoniously with the soft purring of its resident felines. The moment you walk in, you’re greeted by soft purrs, plush cushions, and curious cats lazily watching the world go by, playing with toys, or napping on high shelves.

This spot is perfect for a relaxing afternoon coffee, but it’s also great if you want to have a more extensive lunch or dinner in the company of friends. In any case, this café wraps you in a warm hug of feline joy.

🐾  I visited Le Café des Chats in January 2017. You can read all about it in Le Café des Chats: Visiting the Famous Cat Café of Paris, France.

Café Miaou

• Address: Café Miaou, 355 Rue Saint-Martin, 75003 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm.

Inspired by Japanese cat cafés, Café Miaou is located in the 3rd arrondissement (Le Marais area). They have 19 (!) cats from a variety of different breeds that live permanently at the café. You can have a desert or a hot drink in their company against a small fee. Their menu includes pie, shaved ice, coffee, tea, Asia-inspired sodas, and specialty lattes.

Le Chat Mallows

• Address: Le Chat Mallows, 30 Rue de la Verrerie, 75004 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 07:00 pm.

If you’re looking for something a little more playful, Le Chat Mallows might be your new happy place. This quirky café is home to 17 (!) adorable cats—mostly purebred beauties—with big personalities and even bigger hearts.

Everything here exudes cat love, from the cute décor to the cat-themed dishes and drinks. Think colorful, cozy, and totally Instagram-worthy. Every nook of this café is designed with feline flair—cat paintings, scratch posts, soft beds, and cozy corners for lounging cats (and humans).

🐾  I visited Le Chat Mallows in January 2017. Don’t miss the full scoop in Le Chat Mallows: Visiting Paris’ Most Quirky Cat Café.

Hotel Le Bristol

Address: Hotel Le Bristol, 112 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris, France.

Dreaming of a luxury stay with a touch of feline royalty?

Let me introduce you to Hotel Le Bristol. This five-star Parisian hotel is famous not just for its incredible service and stunning interiors—but also for its Chief Cat Officer, Faraon.

This cat rules the halls of Le Bristol with a regal air that only a true Parisian aristo-cat could pull off. Whether you catch him sauntering through the lobby or lounging near the hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant, his presence adds a unique charm to the whole experience.

This is the ultimate in Parisian luxury—with a whiskered twist.

🐾 I met Faraon in January 2017. Read more in Meet Faraon, the artistocat that lives a luxurious life at the five-star Le Bristol hotel in Paris.

🏨 Book your stay at Hotel Le Bristol today and secure the very best rooms in the heart of Paris.

Castille Paris

Address: Castille Paris, C33-37 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris, France.

If you’re on the hunt for a stylish place to stay in Paris—and love good feline company—then Castille Paris is calling your name.

Located on the chic Rue Cambon, just steps from the Champs Elysées and the Louvre, this boutique hotel puts you right in the heart of fashion, history, and… a cat’s domain.

The hotel’s resident cat is called Heliot. He’s a former stray who now lives his best life among five-star amenities.

By night, you might catch him snoozing in the reservations office, but during the day he often lounges in the lobby or sneaks into the Italian restaurant l’Assaggio, hoping Chef Pablo Sabariego will slip him a treat.

Heliot is a total ham for the camera—so don’t be shy about snapping a selfie with him!

🏨 Don’t miss out—reserve your room at Castille Paris now before availability runs out.

Hotel Eiffel Seine

Address: Hotel Eiffel Seine, 3 Boulevard de Grenelle, 75015 Paris, France.

Since 2010, Hotel Eiffel Seine has been home to Bulette, a calm and affectionate little cat who quickly became a guest favorite. Whether you’re coming in from a day of Eiffel Tower views or sipping your morning espresso in the patio, chances are Bulette will be there to greet you with a soft purr and a nudge for some affection.

She loves hanging out in the lobby or soaking up the sun in the patio. And she’s always ready for a quick cuddle or a playful moment with visitors.

Staying at Hotel Eiffel Seine feels like you’re visiting an old friend – Bulette.

🏨 Lock in your Hotel Eiffel Seine reservation today for comfort and convenience near top attractions.

Shakespeare & Company bookstore

• Address: Shakespeare & Company, 37 Rue de la Bûcherie, 75005 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.

This isn’t just a bookstore—it’s a Parisian institution. Tucked along the Seine, right across from Notre-Dame, Shakespeare & Company is filled with literary magic. And there’s a cat.

Whether you’re browsing rare titles or snapping photos of the nostalgic interiors, the bookstore’s cat will remind you that no great reading nook is complete without a whiskered companion.

🐾 I visited Shakespeare & Company in January 2017. Read my post Visiting the legendary Shakespeare & Company bookshop in Paris and its feline resident.

Rue Crémieux

Address: Rue Crémieux, 75012 Paris, France.

This is without a doubt the prettiest street in Paris. And the cats know it.

Rue Crémieux is famous for its pastel-painted houses and cobblestone charm, but it’s also home to a few four-legged locals.

Neighborhood cats here seem to live their best lives sunbathing on windowsills, sneaking peeks through flowerpots, or curling up on a stoop. They only add to the street’s storybook feel. It’s a real-life postcard—with bonus purring.

🐾  I visited in 2016. Read more in Rue Crémieux: This Picturesque Street in Paris is a Cat Enthusiast’s Dream Come True.

Montmartre Cemetery

• Address: Montmartre Cemetery, 20 Avenue Rachel, 75018 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Montmartre Cemetery is open daily, but opening and closing hours may vary. It is generally open during daylight hours.

Tucked into the artsy neighborhood of Montmartre, this cemetery is the resting place of many famous artists and writers. But there’s another reason to visit: the cats.

Peaceful, friendly feline guardians roam the winding paths, lounging near tombstones and quietly following visitors on their strolls. They lend a comforting presence to this beautiful place, creating a space where art, history, and gentle companionship come together.

For any cat lover visiting Paris, this spot offers a reflective, surprisingly uplifting experience.

🐾  I wrote all about it in Montmartre Cemetery, THE Place for Cat Lovers in Paris.

Discover the hidden history and artistic charm of Montmartre with a walking tour that includes the famous cemetery. Spots fill up quickly, so book now to secure your chance to meet the cemetery cats.

Père Lachaise Cemetery

• Address: Père Lachaise Cemetery, 16 Rue du Repos, 75020 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Open daily from 08:00 am to 06:00 pm (opens on 09:00 am on weekends).

You’ve probably heard of Père Lachaise. This iconic cemetery is featured in every guide to Paris because it’s the final resting place of legends like Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, and Chopin.

But Père Lachaise is also home to about 50 stray cats who’ve unofficially claimed the place as their own.

That said, when I visited, I didn’t spot a single cat. Maybe they were snoozing in the crypts or enjoying a late breakfast in the shade.

👻 By the way, did you know that Père Lachaise is supposedly also home to many ghosts? There’s even a Haunted Père Lachaise Cemetery Walking Tour.

C215 cat mural

Address: 141 Boulevard Auriol, 75013 Paris, France.

You don’t need to go indoors to spot a cat in Paris. French street artist C215 (a.k.a. Christian Guémy) is known for his stunning stencil art of people and animals. Cats are one of his favorite subjects.

His cat mural on Boulevard Auriol is a soulful, detailed portrait of a cat gazing off into the distance. It’s moving, beautiful, and gives a modern twist to Paris’ love for cats.

If you’re into street art or just want to see feline grace turned into fine art, this is a stop you’ll want on your list.

M. Chat street art

M. Chat, short for Monsieur Chat, is one of the most recognizable street art figures in Paris. It’s a bright yellow cat with a huge, mischievous smile that pops up high up on walls, rooftops, or tucked into unexpected corners of the city.

The character was created in the late 1990s by the artist Thoma Vuille. It first appeared in Orléans before quickly spreading to Paris, where it became part of the urban landscape in the early 2000s.

M. Chat has shown up in many Parisian neighborhoods over the years, from central streets to hillsides in Montmartre. It’s often painted in places that make it look like the cat is watching over the city.

Its popularity grew even more after filmmaker Chris Marker used the cat as a recurring image in his documentary Chats perchés, which linked the artwork to the social and political mood of Paris at the time.

🧑‍🎨 Join this Paris Street Art Walking Tour to find out more about M. Chat.

Metro station Alexandre Dumas

Right outside the entrance to Alexandre Dumas metro station, you’ll often find a man and his adorable kitten, Dennis. They’re a regular part of the neighborhood, spending the day at this busy station and bringing smiles to locals and tourists alike.

Dennis is friendly, tiny, and undeniably photogenic. Don’t be surprised if you pause your metro dash to offer a cuddle or snap a quick picture. It’s moments like this that make Paris feel like a city filled with small, magical encounters.

Restaurant La Sirena

• Address: La Sirena, Bd Saint-Germain 73, 75005 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 12:00 pm – 02:30 pm & 06:00 pm – 11:00 pm. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

Do you need a furry dinner companion in Paris?

Then head over to La Sirena in the 5th arrondissement. This restaurant serves up fresh Mediterranean and Italian dishes: pasta, seafood, and plenty of wine.

And the best part? This adorable tuxedo cat who hangs out here like he owns the place. He’s super friendly and will probably curl up next to your table while you enjoy your meal.

Suggested by Ann Marie Tringali Barmore.

Le Chat-Rivari Café

• Address: Le Chat-Rivari Café, 40 Bd Auguste Blanqui, 75013 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00 pm – 07:00 pm. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

This is the first cat café in Paris where the cats are available for adoption. However, you’re more than welcome to come and enjoy a vegan snack and a hot drink in their company, even if you don’t want to adopt.

They have around ten cats at the café at all times, and they all come from the shelter BooGlaw.

Le closest metro stations are Corvisart or Place d’Italie.

Grande Mosquée de Paris

The Grande Mosquée de Paris in the 5th arrondissement opened in the 1920s to honor North African soldiers who fought for France in World War I. In Islamic tradition, people usually treat cats with a lot of respect, so it makes sense to see one roaming freely here.

This striped tabby hasn’t picked the courtyard, fountains, and colorful tilework as his favorite hangouts, though. He much prefers the tearoom as his personal domain. He stretches across the long wooden chairs along the wall and barely moves when someone sit nearby.

La Piñata

• Address: La Piñata, 25 Rue des Vinaigriers, 75010 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 am – 07:00 pm. Sunday, 12:00 pm – 07:00 pm.

La Piñata is a unique shop in the 10th arrondissement specializing in handmade piñatas. A ginger cat named Raoul supervises the colorful decorations and welcomes everyone who enters the store.

Mouzaïa neighborhood

If you’re hoping to spot lots of cats just going about their day, take a walk around the Mouzaïa area, not far from Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. It’s a quiet, almost village-like part of Paris, with rows of small houses that feel very different from the rest of the city.

The ground beneath this neighborhood was once used to extract gypsum. When construction began, the houses followed a similar layout, with little porches, low walls, and tiny gardens that open onto narrow streets.

That setup makes it a perfect playground for cats. You’ll see them stretched out in the sun, perched on windowsills, slipping through hedges, or calmly watching passersby from behind the glass. If you’re paying attention, it feels like every corner comes with a feline cameo.

Koneko Work

• Address: Koneko Work, 34 Rue d’Aligre, 75012 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 am – 07:00 pm. Saturday, 10:00 am – 06:00 pm. Closed on Sundays.

If you’re in Paris for work, Koneko is a pretty fun spot to check out. It’s a co-working space where adoptable cats wander around while you get your tasks done. The cats come from the EMÂ shelter, and if you fall for one of them, EMÂ takes care of the adoption process.

The vibe is a lot like a cat café, but with a focus on actually getting work done. They also have meeting rooms if you need a quieter space or want to host a small team.

Quay d’Orsay

Address: 37 Quai d’Orsay, 75007 Paris, France.

Nomi is a cat who lives at the Quai d’Orsay, the building that houses the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.

He arrived at the ministry in 2017, brought in to help control a rodent problem alongside another cat named Noé.

Nomi lived primarily within the ministry buildings and was seen moving through offices and hallways, often resting in quieter areas. His role was practical rather than ceremonial, and he was not an official mascot. Staff members occasionally interacted with him, but he did not have contact with the public, and there are no reports of him being a tourist attraction.

L’oisellerie du Pont Neuf – permanently closed!

• Address: L’osellerie du Pont Neuf, 29 Quai de la Mégisserie, 75001 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 am to 07:30 pm.

This place is such a gem! L’Oisellerie du Pont Neuf blends the best of both worlds—cats and birds. It’s a unique little pet shop where you’ll hear birds chirping overhead while cats casually stroll the aisles, making this one of the most unexpected yet charming stops in Paris.

The cats aren’t shy about saying hello and might even help you pick out a pet toy or two.

It’s part shop, part cat lounge, and totally worth a visit for animal lovers.

🐾  I stopped by L’oisellerie du Pont Neuf in January 2017. Get all the details in L’Oisellerie du Pont Neuf: Where Cats Are the Real Bosses.

Escape Game “Le Triangle – Planet of the Cats” – permanently closed!

• Address: Escape Game “Le Triangle – Planet of the Cats”, 4 Rue de Castellane, 75008 Paris, France.
• Opening hours: Open daily; session times vary (check website).

Ever wanted to solve puzzles alongside curious cats? At Le Triangle in the 8ᵉ arrondissement, your escape-room adventure unfolds in a feline-controlled world called the Planet of the Cats. Imagine yourself infiltrating a cat-run White House, decoding codes to defuse a bomb before whiskered overlords catch on.

This immersive, one-hour game (from €20/person or €74–138 per team) lets real cats roam freely around you. They watch, perch on props, and nap on puzzle boards. And they’ll probably just distract you from that escape hatch! Run in partnership with Les Chats Bohèmes, many of these cats are available for adoption.

The creators built the space with cat safety at heart—no loose strings or unstable furniture. You can pet them but not pick them up. The experience is French-English bilingual.

Conclusion: the ultimate cat enthusiast’s guide to Paris

I hope you enjoyed this ultimate cat enthusiasts’ guide to Paris. If you’re a cat person (and I know you are), this guide is your golden ticket to discovering Paris through a new, feline lens.

Tell me, have you visited Paris before? Or will this be your first time in Paris?

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Text by Vanessa Morgan

Photos by Bart Vodderie, Sumulee, Vanessa Morgan, and Laura Tara

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