Comparison method: this selection does not rank the three cabarets from "best" to "worst" — all three are established venues that have drawn audiences for decades. The comparison rests on objective criteria (artistic style, budget, location, entry conditions) to guide the choice according to the visitor's profile, not on the editorial team's personal opinion.
Comparison table
| Moulin Rouge | Crazy Horse | Paradis Latin | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Style of show | French cancan, large-scale revue ("Féerie") | Choreographed artistic nude, highly polished staging ("Totally Crazy!") | Classic cabaret revue + gourmet dinner |
| Neighbourhood | Montmartre / Pigalle (18th) | Champs-Élysées / George V (8th) | Latin Quarter (5th) |
| Address | 82 boulevard de Clichy, 75018 Paris | 12 avenue George V, 75008 Paris | 28 rue du Cardinal Lemoine, 75005 Paris |
| Metro | Blanche (line 2) | Alma-Marceau (line 9) or George V (line 1) | Cardinal Lemoine (line 10) or Jussieu (lines 7, 10) |
| Show only (indicative, from) | about €115 (11pm show) | about €119 depending on day and time slot | about €90 (€50 youth rate, under 26) |
| Show + champagne (indicative, from) | about €150 (9pm show) | about €139 depending on day | about €100-115 |
| Dinner + show (indicative, from) | about €255 | dinner at the Ginger restaurant + show from about €185 (up to about €365 for the VIP package) | €180 (Gustave Eiffel menu) to €280 (Napoléon evening) |
| Length of show | about 1h40 | about 1h30 | show + dinner over the whole evening |
| Minimum age | from age 6, accompanied by an adult (show includes topless numbers) | 16 and over, accompanied by a parent (artistic nudity) | daytime "Mon Premier Cabaret" show dedicated to families; classic evening show more adult |
| Dress code | smart attire required (shorts, sportswear and trainers not allowed) | smart attire required, elegant dress recommended | smart attire recommended, no strict code published |
| Booking | strongly recommended, in advance | compulsory | strongly recommended, in advance |
Prices observed at the time of checking (07/10/2026) from specialist third-party sources and the official Paradis Latin website; they vary with the date, day of the week and occupancy. Always check the exact price on the venue's official website before booking.
Moulin Rouge: French cancan and the large-scale revue
The Moulin Rouge, founded in 1889 at the foot of the Butte Montmartre, remains the reference for "Belle Époque"-style Parisian music hall: a big costumed revue, French cancan choreography, red velvet décor. It is the most suitable choice for a first "classic" cabaret experience and for an iconic souvenir of Paris — it is also the best known internationally, and therefore the most in demand, with shows selling out several weeks in advance in high season.
Two shows every evening (9pm and 11pm), with a dinner-show package at 7pm on certain evenings. For all the practical details (menus, tips, up-to-date times), see the full Moulin Rouge page on Paris Authority.
Crazy Horse: artistic nude and choreographed staging
The Crazy Horse, on avenue George V near the Champs-Élysées, offers a very different style: an artistic nude cabaret, where lighting, choreography and staging take precedence over the narrative thread of a costumed revue. It is a fitting choice for a more adult audience and for those seeking an aesthetic, contemporary experience rather than a "Belle Époque" revue. Entry is from age 16, accompanied by a parent, because of the show's artistic nudity.
Shows Sunday to Friday at 8pm and 10.30pm, Saturday at 7pm, 9.30pm and 11.45pm; length about 1h30. Booking is compulsory, and photography and recording are forbidden during the show.
Paradis Latin: gourmet dinner and the more traditional cabaret
The Paradis Latin, in the Latin Quarter near the Panthéon, puts as much emphasis on the gourmet dinner as on the show: several menus (including a "Prestige" menu and an upmarket "Napoléon" evening), served in a hall designed by Gustave Eiffel. It is the most suitable choice for an evening where the meal matters as much as the show, and for families during the day thanks to the "Mon Premier Cabaret" package, designed for a young audience.
Open every evening except Tuesday, with evening service from 7.30pm to 11.30pm (show generally from 9.30pm to 11.15pm) and daytime performances (lunch show around 2pm-3.45pm) on certain days.
How to choose between the three
- For a first "iconic" Paris experience, with the most internationally recognisable style: Moulin Rouge.
- For a more contemporary, aesthetic and choreographic show, suited to an adult audience: Crazy Horse.
- For an evening where dinner matters as much as the show, or for a family outing during the day: Paradis Latin.
- Depending on budget: the three venues have broadly similar "show only" packages (about €90 to €119 depending on the date). Dinner-show packages start at about €180 at the Paradis Latin, €185 at the Crazy Horse (dinner at the Ginger restaurant) and €255 at the Moulin Rouge.
- Depending on neighbourhood: a stay on the Montmartre side will naturally point you towards the Moulin Rouge, a stay near the Champs-Élysées towards the Crazy Horse, a stay on the Left Bank/Latin Quarter towards the Paradis Latin.
Booking: what you need to know
In all three cases, booking in advance is strongly recommended, if not compulsory (Crazy Horse): evening shows fill up several weeks ahead in high season (spring-summer, the end-of-year holidays). Book directly on the chosen venue's official website or through an authorised reseller, not via unofficial offers whose prices and conditions are not guaranteed. Plan smart attire (all three venues advise against shorts, sportswear and trainers) and arrive with time to spare before the stated time, especially for a dinner-show package.
Further reading
To round off your evening, see the Moulin Rouge page, our guide to Paris at night, the dishes to try in Paris for dinner before or after the show, and our useful French phrases for booking and ordering with ease.
Frequently asked questions
Which cabaret should I choose in Paris? The Moulin Rouge for French cancan and the iconic experience, the Crazy Horse for a contemporary adult show, the Paradis Latin for an evening where dinner matters as much as the show.
Which cabaret is cheapest? The Paradis Latin, from about €90 for the show alone (€50 under 26); the Moulin Rouge starts around €115 and the Crazy Horse at €119 (October 2026).
Do I need to book ahead? Yes, several weeks ahead in high season; booking is compulsory at the Crazy Horse.
Can I go with children? From age 6 with an adult at the Moulin Rouge, from 16 at the Crazy Horse; the Paradis Latin offers a daytime "Mon Premier Cabaret".
