You will notice many couples around, making it even more romantic since it is more intimate than most parks and gardens. This park’s architecture is quite impressive, so you may want to take some pictures to remember what you walked through with your partner.
Ways to be romantic in Paris for Valentine’s Day?
1. Enjoy a picnic on a bridge
The most photogenic of the major Paris pickicking sites is the pedestrian bridge called the Pont des Arts, right in the middle of a space between the Louvre and the French Institute. Take a look at the surroundings to figure out why this is one of the most romantic places to be with your Valentine: see the river and even the Eiffel Tower peeking out beyong the Orsay Museum, the towers and spires on Ile de la Cité. The best vibe to be here is clearly around early summer, but February 14th is also great, when the weather allows it!
You will love being with your half and watching the Eiffel Tower from a close distance. Just imagine what a gorgeous picture you will be able to capture if you decide to leave the basket there.
2. Visiting museums together
The city of lights is full of museums, many of which are free, or have free admission on certain days. It’s one of the most romantic things to do in Paris for Valentine’s Day, and it gives plenty of time for long and deep conversations about sharing a life with your partner or much more. You can start your date with a museum visit and then head to one of the romantic restaurants in Paris, where you can enjoy a delicious meal, or, why not take one of our many Secret Food Tours in Paris.
3. Go to a flower market
It’s not only girls who like flowers. Men love them too, and you will be surprised how much your date can appreciate a bouquet of roses, or any other flower you’ll decide to give him. Plus, walking around any Parisian flower market will allow you to create a wonderful atmosphere for Valentine’s Day. You can pick your favorite ones and discuss what to do next while walking along the streets, drinking hot chocolate and looking at all the shops. The choice of things to do in Paris is huge: you can find literally anything that suits your taste and budget.
4. Go for a walk on the Champs-Élysées
The Champs-Élysées is supposed to be the most romantic place in Paris, the best place for a romantic stroll. Every couple that plans to get married will have their engagement photo taken there. It is also an excellent location for an unforgettable dinner and maybe also for dancing, because you cannot walk along the Champs-Élysées without entering at least one of the many venues on it.
5. Visit the Eiffel Tower at night
Few people know about Paris by night. The Eiffel Tower is the most romantic sight in Paris, and visiting it at night is an unforgettable experience. The view from up there will amaze you, and you will be able to take some of the best pictures of your life. You can take your photo with professional photographers or purchase one from them. It’s not only a great location for a date night, but also… proposals!
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6. Enjoy a candlelight dinner
Candlelight dinners are extremely romantic, so they are ideal if you want to spend Valentine’s Day in Paris in style. It’s exactly the kind of date that you might want to plan for your special Day. With the best restaurants in Paris, booking up months in advance, planning, and making a reservation is important. You can have a romantic dinner at home or go out. Cooking a special meal for Valentine’s Day can be one of the best things you have ever done, so don’t hesitate to try it out. Paris food tours are a great suggestion because they offer to show you all the secrets of French cuisine and affectionately guide you through each process step.
7. Take a helicopter ride over Paris
There is no more romantic way to see Paris than from above, especially if you fly by helicopter. The experience will be unforgettable, so ensure you never miss this opportunity to impress your loved one. It’s not only romantic in Paris but also highly entertaining, so make sure your partner enjoys this type of date night as well. Helicopter tours are available at several places in Paris.
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8. Go ice skating
Ice skating is one of the most popular things in Paris because everyone loves it. You can have a wonderful time together whether you go ice skating on a date or decide to do it for your reason. You can rent skates for quite reasonable prices and if you are not the sporty type, you can still try: this activity is supposed to be very romantic, all over the world! Dancing is optional but pretty awesome, so don’t forget to bring your favorite music player along if you are in the mood for that.
9. Enjoy an escape-room experience
If you have never experienced this world of illusion, this is the perfect chance to try it. There are many escape-the-room games in Paris, so you will not have to search for too long. You can play the game and then also spend the rest of the evening together doing something else!
10. Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral
The love story between Victor Hugo, who was later on to become Pope Pius IX, and his wife is one of the most famous stories in all of history. The Notre Dame Cathedral symbolizes true love, so it’s the perfect location to visit on Valentine’s Day. You can climb up to the top and enjoy the incredible views if you have time. Plenty of restaurants in Paris are made in a gothic style, which will make your experience even more enjoyable.
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11. Go bowling
Bowling is one of those things that people can appreciate even if they don’t like sports, and it does not require any special skills. You need to know how to throw a ball into the holes with pins. It’s easy to get into the sport, and you can go bowling in Paris just like in any other city. You can choose between several bowling alleys in the most romantic areas of Paris, such as Montmartre, but we must admit that Montparnasse is at the top of our list.
So it’s a unique and simple way to spend some time enjoying each other company, whether you try to win or just build a good team(which is quite important for partners)!
12. Go for a walk in the Jardin du Luxembourg
The Jardin du Luxembourg is one of the most romantic places in Paris. It’s a lovely garden full of flowers and trees, where you can enjoy the view and some peace and quiet. A beautiful spring evening is an ideal time to visit this area because you will be able to appreciate nature at its best. It’s one of the most beautiful places in the city, and it’s a great place for an unforgettable date night.
13. Visit the Châtelet
The Châtelet is one of the oldest buildings in Paris, located on the left bank, near Les Halles, where you can enjoy some good food, high-quality art, live music, and theater performances. What more could you desire when on a romantic date?
The Roman design contributes to this building’s beauty!
There’s many ways to be romantic, you see, in Paris on Valentine’s day, however, if you are alone, do not get sad, you can choose to do things on your own too, actually, there’s plenty of singles around Paris!
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