Step into the dazzling world of rhinestones, feathers and sequins with an enchanting night at the Moulin Rouge! So much more than just a show, an evening at this famed Parisian cabaret is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Situated in the heart of the lively Montmartre district, the Moulin Rouge is instantly recognizable with its lipstick-red facade and giant windmill. For over 125 years, the theater has been showcasing the talent of hundreds of actors, dancers, make-up artists, costume designers and stage decorators, including the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, Liza Minnelli and Frank Sinatra. Known as the birthplace of the French can-can dance, the Moulin Rouge was co-founded by Joseph Oller and Charles Zidler with one main objective in mind: to become the greatest venue embracing the art of dance, entertainment and femininity. An early harbinger of female liberation and empowerment, in the world of cabaret, it’s the ladies who lead the show!
Since the theatre first opened its doors in October of 1889, the Moulin Rouge continues to evoke the spirit of a festive Paris. A production that highlights pleasure, fun and freedom, the cabaret attracts 600,000 spectators a year. With a sensational explosion of feathers, sparkles and color, witness the French can-can come to life as you sip champagne in one of the most beloved entertainment hotspots.
Moulin Rouge Paris - Is it worth it?
The Moulin Rouge is a must-visit attraction in Paris, solely because of the amount of work that goes into creating a single show. With music and song, dances, and even costumes being created from scratch, it is impossible to not enjoy this magnificent display of colour and sparkles. The Moulin Rouge is one of the premier tourist attractions in Paris, attracting people from across the world - with 600,000 people visiting every year, including some of the most famous people in the world. In fact, on November 23, 1981, the Moulin Rouge closed its doors for one night to present its show to Queen Elizabeth II!
Viewers spend two hours stunned by the fascinating display of glittering feathers and dazzling lights, as they enjoy the performances put up by some of the best artists in the world.
A Moulin Rouge Experience
The current show being performed at the Moulin Rouge is “Féerie”. A fantastic cabaret review, the production brings together an extensive troupe of performers, including 60 beautiful Doriss Girl Dancers recruited from all over the world, costumes created in Paris's prestigious studios, and stunning rich color stage sets created by Italian artists. Guests can attend a show with or without dinner and can also select ticket options that include champagne.
A fabulous cocktail of musical comedy, lavish fanfare and modern ballets featuring the famous French Cancan, “Paradis à la Folie” is a unique experience. Enjoy quality champagne and incredible dining experiences, followed by the Paradis à la Folie show. Locally proclaimed the ‘Cabaret of Choice’ by the French public, the venue is home to a festive spirit. In fact, the fun and lively atmosphere attracts many individuals looking for a place to celebrate the important moments of their lives. The cabaret's prime locale, talented artists, bilingual MC and stunning set designs offer visitors a true burlesque show experience - à la Française.
Moulin Rouge Show with Dinner ✪
Price - € 175
Quick Jumplinks to Navigate the Guide
- Selecting the Best Ticket Option for a Show at Moulin Rouge
- Moulin Rouge Show with Dinner
- Moulin Rouge Late Night Show with Champagne
- Combination Tickets
- About Féerie
- Moulin Rouge Toolkit
- Getting There
- Other Shows
Selecting the Best Ticket Option for a Show at the Moulin Rouge
Evening Show with Dinner or Late Night Show with Champagne
While all Moulin Rouge performances are the same, there are two between the Dinner Show and the Late Night Show, you can choose to have dinner at the Moulin Rouge before your show, or end your night on a high note as you enjoy the show with champagne.
The Moulin Rouge is open every day of the week, from 7 PM to 1 AM. Each night, there are two shows: the first at 9 PM, followed by a second at 11 PM. (The 11 PM show is only on Fridays and Saturdays). There is no difference between the 9 PM and the 11 PM show and the performances are exactly the same.
The dinner show begins at 9 PM. Guests that choose the dinner option can have dinner at 7 PM before the first show starts at 9 PM, allowing for two extra hours inside the fabulous Moulin Rouge, while the ones that do not want dinner can come directly for the show at 9 PM. The Late Night Show with Champagne commences at 11 PM.
Evening Show with Dinner
Make the most of your evening with a Moulin Rouge dinner and show combo, available daily for the 9 PM performance of “Féerie”. Keep in mind, this show time tends to sell out the quickest. To make sure you get seats, it’s advised you book at least 2 weeks in advance.
What you get
Your dinner show experience begins with a 7 PM early-bird entrance to the Moulin Rouge. Enjoy an outstanding 3 course meal accompanied by live orchestral music before the cabaret’s main show begins at 9 PM.
About the Moulin Rouge restaurant
Led by Chef David le Quellec, sous-chef Alexis Mathey and a team of 25 talented cooks, the Moulin Rouge restaurant is just as good as its cabaret. A French gastronomical experience, a dinner show is a treat for all the senses. When making a reservation for a dinner show, you will have the option to choose between several menus, including vegetarian and vegan options.
Perks of a Dinner Show
- Guests attending the dinner portion of a 9 PM show are seated at 7 PM, as opposed to 9 PM, giving you a huge advantage in terms of getting good seats.
- Enjoy two additional hours at the Moulin Rouge, for a total of four hours. A dinner show gives you plenty of time to soak up the invigorating atmosphere of the cabaret.
Late Night Show with Champagne
Enjoy a late night cabaret performance at the Moulin Rouge show with champagne, available for the 11 PM performance of “Féerie”. Based on the Late Night Show, the Moulin Rouge serves 240,000 bottles of champagne annually!
What you get
Upon entering the theatre, an usher guides you to your seat. It is best to arrive half an hour early to get the best seats. Included with your ticket, you will be served a half bottle of champagne to enjoy during the show. Witness the French can-can come to life amidst a colorful explosion of costumes, decorations and dazzling set designs.
Perks of a Late Night Show
- You are free to spend your evening as you like, and end your night with the fabulous performance put up at the Moulin Rouge.
Combination Tickets
Check off multiple items on your Paris bucketlist with a Moulin Rouge combo ticket. An excellent way to save money, our combination tickets are specially designed to help you experience the best of Paris, without breaking your wallet.
You can choose to take a relaxing cruise along the Seine River and then head to the legendary Moulin Rouge and sip champagne as you enjoy a bedazzling performance by a the cabaret’s talented troupe of performers. You can also choose to have dinner on the La Marina de Paris, a floating restaurant, followed by heading to the Eiffel Tower, where you can go directly to the 2nd floor. Post that, you can head to the Moulin Rouge to enjoy the stunning performance as you have some champagne.
Read more about these experiences here:
- Moulin Rouge Show with Champagne + Seine Cruise
- La Marina Dinner Cruise, Eiffel Tower by Night, and Moulin Rouge Show
About Féerie
Created by Doris Haug and Ruggero Angeletti, “Féerie” has been in production at the Moulin Rouge since 1999. The fabulous cabaret consists of a troupe of 80 artists, including 60 Doriss Girls recruited from around the world. The show also features over 1,000 colorful costumes made of feathers, rhinestones and sequins. Produced in the most famous Parisian workshops, the elaborate costumes are an absolute highlight of the show! But that’s not all - phenomenal sets uniquely designed by Italian artists, a giant aquarium in which an aquatic ballet takes place, and outstanding international acts also bring life to the stage. Set to an original musical score written by Pierre Porte and Roland Léonar and performed by a team of 80 musicians and 60 chorus singers, a trip to the Moulin Rouge is a feast for all the senses!
“Féerie” has five distinct scenes:
- The Moulin Rouge, Today and Yesterday
- The Pirates
- At the Circus
- The Moulin Rouge, from 1900 to ...
- International Acts
In addition, the show is broken up with all sorts of acts, including the fastest juggler in the world, an acrobatic duo performing spellbinding hand-to-hand acrobatics and more.
Moulin Rouge Toolkit
- Age restrictions: Children aged 6 and above are admitted to the Moulin Rouge. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
- Arrival: It is recommended that dinner show guests arrive by 6:30 PM. For the 9 PM show, guests are advised to arrive by 8:30 PM. For the II PM show, guests are advised to arrive by 10:30 PM.
- Cancellation Policy: Tickets issued cannot be bought back, refunded or exchanged.
- Dress code: Smart attire is required to enter the Moulin Rouge. For men, a jacket and tie are appreciated, but not required. Shorts, flip flops, sportswear and sports shoes are not permitted.
- Duration: A cabaret show at the Moulin Rouge is 2 hours long.
- Language: The show at the Moulin Rouge is in French, but it is not necessary to speak the language to get the full enjoyment out of the show! The Moulin Rouge is visited by thousands of tourists of all nationalities every year, suggesting that not speaking French is certainly not a barrier to having a good time!
- Photography: For copyright and security reasons, taking photographs during the show is strictly prohibited. It is also forbidden to photograph, film, or record any part of the Moulin Rouge theatre and the show. At every show, a team of professional photographers is available to take photographs of you inside the Moulin Rouge theatre. These can be purchased as a souvenir for around €20, or €35 for two photos.
- Smoking Policy: Smoking inside the Moulin Rouge is strictly prohibited.
Getting There
Situated at the heart of the lively Montmartre district of Paris, the Moulin Rouge can easily be reached by taxi or public transport. It is located level with the Place Blanche on Boulevard de Clichy, just next to the Place Pigalle and the Musée de l’Erotisme.
From the Eiffel Tower
If you are coming from the Eiffel Tower, the easiest way to reach the Moulin Rouge is by taxi or UBER. It’s a 20-30 minute drive and should cost around €35. There is no direct bus or metro line from here.
From the Louvre Museum
From either Louvre Rivoli or Palais Royale Musée de Louvre, take line 1 (yellow) of the Métro until you reach Charles-De-Gaulle/Etoile. Switch to line 2 and continue until you reach Blanche.
From the Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
From either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 hop on the RER B line in the direction of Paris. Disembark at the Paris Gare du Nord station. From there, switch to line 4 (dark pink) until Barbès-Rochechouart, and finally switch on to line 2 (dark blue), getting off at Blanche three stops later.
From the Orly Airport (ORY)
From the airport, take the OrlyVal train towards Paris, and disembark at Antony station. From there, transfer onto the RER B train (thick blue line on Métro maps) and travel to Gare du Nord, before taking line 4 to Barbès-Rochechouart and then line 2 to Blanche.
Getting back after the show
The Metro opens at 5:30 am every morning and closes at 1:15 am Monday through Thursday and on Sunday, with a later closing time of 2:15 am on Friday and Saturday. If you’re attending an 11 pm show, we suggest you pre-book a cab for transportation after the performance. It can be quite difficult to hail a cab late at night. Booking an UBER is another excellent option.
Other Shows
Cabaret is an art form that combines music, art, dance, and drama to create a lively and engaging performance. While the Moulin Rouge is one of the more famous cabarets, here are some others you can check out when in Paris:
- Paradis Latin
- Lido
- Crazy Horse
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