Oui, it sure is. I would have thought by now another city would have taken the title of most romantic city in the world but after a recent trip to Paris, I definitely discovered why this city is still the city of love. So if you are planning a romantic escape to Paris, here some top things to do there.
Enjoy a river cruise
There is nothing like romance, than taking one of the romantic European river cruises along the River Seine in Paris. Sip on Champagne as you watch the beautiful sights and sounds roll past your eyes. You can do a daytime cruise or a nighttime cruise but either or offer great romantic views of this beautiful city.
Symbolize your love
If you are in Paris for romance then you can’t go without visiting the Pont des Arts Bridge, where couples write there names on padlocks and attach them to the fencing on the bridge to symbolize their love. There is so much love there, in fact that the bridge had it’s railing break earlier this year from too much weight.
Wine and dine your way around the city
Paris has absolutely no shortage of fine wine and dining. You can have a beautiful candlelit romantic dinner just about anywhere you go in the city, with some of the best French dishes you have ever tasted. For golden age Parisian dining then visit Benoit, Le Train Bleu or Piroette. Some of the best restaurants though are discovered in the small back alleys, so go on foot and ask the locals as to where their personal favourites are.
Listen to live jazz
On a Sunday head to Le Caveau des Oubliettes, where you will be seduced by some of the best live jazz in Paris. It’s also the oldest live jazz bar in the city and offers a beautiful underground wine cellar.
Pack a picnic and take in the views
Find a picnic basket and fill it with your favourite French wine and cheese then pick a spot with a good view. There are no shortage of stunning views in Paris, you could pick from staring up at the Eifel Tower or even have a picnic whilst up there. Pick a spot along the river and gaze at one of the many beautiful bridges or back at the cities stunning architecture. My personal favourite though is a little treasure trove, located just near the gates of Parc des Buttes Chaumont, where you will discover a quiet little hill top village with your own private view of Montematre.
