16 hidden romantic places in Paris + secret hotels for 2024

The ULTIMATE List!

Head down to the charming Île de la Cité, a gorgeous inner-city haven with its iconic Willow tree.

Square Barye is also often overlooked! It’s a super quiet park with plenty of lovely benches, trees, and secluded views of the River Seine.

Île de la Cité

You can take a romantic stroll through the huge park, with over 2,400 acres of natural landscape.

Don’t forget to check out the Reuilly Island Temple on Lake Daumesnil! This romantic spot can be accessed over a little bridge and it’s so beautiful at sunset.

Bois de Vincennes

Head to Square de la Turlure and sit on a  bench with your lover. Most tourists don't know it’s there, and it’s a great place to rest your laurels.

You can also explore the I Love You wall in Passage des Abbesses!

Back streets of Montmartre

Hiring a private vintage car in Paris is a surefire way to get you in the mood for lovin’!

Want more freedom? Why not rent a scooter? This  gives you total autonomy to take your love all over Paris!

Private vintage car tour

There are many points along the route where you can sit and relax, take in the peaceful vibe, and enjoy living the local’s life in Paris.

Grab a bottle of  wine and sit together on the edge of the canal for a romantic, budget-friendly date!

Canal Saint Martin

Try out Faggio Panoramas for a dip into REAL Italian pizza!

An eclectic mix of sweet shops, hidden Paris restaurants, and boutiques, you’ll find many a photo op here.

Le Passage des Panoramas

Try the duck confit, it's to die for!

Grab a seat at Le Mistral - ask to be seated in their hidden terrace for a smidge of romance!

Le Mistral

This is THE best stand up comedy event in Paris. It happens every Wednesday at Fluctuat Bar on Pont Neuf.

Just because you’re in Paris, doesn’t mean you can’t attend a comedy show in English!

Comedy Crush

Think: scrumptious cocktails, private hot tubs, mood lighting, rain showers, and a sauna – this is the ULTIMATE luxury vacation!

Secret de Paris Hotel & Spa

The area surrounding Hôtel de Sully is full of unique vinyl record stores and flower shops, so the entire afternoon will be filled with enchantment.

Hôtel de Sully

Don't forget to see Victor Hugo's apartment while you're there!

The cemetery is a nature lover’s paradise, and you’ve got 110 acres of quiet spots for a kiss under a chestnut tree.

Père Lachaise

There are so many secret corners that it’s easy to escape other visitors!

A gorgeous cafe where you can have coffee in a bathtub, dance with your waiter, take a cooking class, or even attend a literary evening.

Le Pavillon de Canaux

LPdC is an emblem of erotic, hippy, independent Paris youth, and to top it all off, they have affordable Formules with so many tasty options.

My personal favorites are Filmothèque du Quartier Latin and Le Champo.

Go to an old movie

Feeling cultured? Go to a Frenchlation event! They host events, English stand up comedy, and screenings with English subtitles

The Red Wheelbarrow is the most adorable, edgy, cute, and cozy independent bookstore around. And, even rarer, they have English books!

The Red Wheelbarrow Bookstore

Buy some books and go read together in Jardin du Luxembourg.

Small city parks have a certain charm that the bigger ones don’t have. They’re quieter, and the cafés around them are decently-priced and quaint.

Square de la Tour Saint Jacques

There are plenty of beautiful trees, benches, and picnic spots!

If you love cheese, charcuterie, wine, fresh bread, aesthetic vibes and romantic music, this is the place for you.

Le 17.45 Pigalle

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