{"id":50,"date":"2014-09-19T01:00:36","date_gmt":"2014-09-19T01:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/romance-in-paris-on-seine-river\/"},"modified":"2022-07-11T17:08:27","modified_gmt":"2022-07-11T17:08:27","slug":"romance-in-paris-on-seine-river","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.sg\/stories\/experience\/romance-in-paris-on-seine-river\/","title":{"rendered":"Romance in Paris on the Seine River"},"content":{"rendered":"

Paris<\/a> is fondly known around the world\u00a0as the\u00a0<\/strong>ultimate destination for lovers.<\/strong>\u00a0Take your partner’s hand and go experience the most romantic spots in the City of Light\u00a0yourselves! Cosy restaurants with intimate atmospheres, charming facades of classic buildings,\u00a0and walks along the promenades at the sunset\u2026 Paris will seduce you without a doubt!<\/p>\n

Here are some tips from our local Expedia expert in France, on how to make the most of your romantic weekend in Paris along the Seine River.<\/p>\n

Day 1 in Paris\"paris-divider\"<\/h2>\n

A Ballad on the Parisian Bridges<\/span><\/h3>\n

To kick off your romantic trip in Paris, start your morning with a walk on the\u00a0Pont des Arts<\/strong>\u00a0(Arts Bridge).<\/p>\n

Remember to bring along a little lock marked with your initials or message of love. The bridge has a long tradition where visitors in love seal a lock onto the sides of the bridge, as\u00a0a symbol of forever love. The tradition is kept alive today, with countless locks marked with i heart yous on this bridge of love. Remember to mark your names on your love padlock with a permanent marker and join in the tradition for love that lasts forever.<\/p>\n

\"Lovers\u00a0CC2.0 \/\u00a0Dustin Gaffke<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

A Stroll in Paris<\/h4>\n

When you’ve left your mark in Paris, continue walking along the\u00a0Quai de Conti<\/strong>\u00a0(Conti quay) and cross Pont Neuf<\/a><\/strong>, the oldest bridge in Paris.<\/p>\n

Then return to the\u00a0Pont de l\u2019Archev\u00each\u00e9<\/strong>\u00a0(Archev\u00each\u00e9 bridge<\/em>) located at the end of the\u00a0Ile de la Cit\u00e9<\/strong>\u00a0(Cit\u00e9 Island<\/em>).\"Pont-Neuf-Paris\"<\/p>\n

Art Nouveau Lunch<\/h4>\n

For a romantic lunch, enjoy a delicious meal at\u00a0Bouillon Racine<\/strong>, a romantic restaurant located in the 6th\u00a0arrondissement. This restaurant is decorated in Art Nouveau style and makes for a lovely experience.<\/p>\n

Beautiful mirrors and splendid stained-glasses surround you. With the ambience set to perfection, delight your tastebuds with French specialty cuisine. What better time is there really to savour\u00a0fine French delicacies, than a weekend in Paris shared with someone special?<\/p>\n

Savour French delicacies foie gras\u00a0(refined liver pat\u00e9), canette \u00e0 l\u2019orange\u00a0(duck with orange sauce) and d\u00f4me au chocolat\u00a0(chocolate cake).<\/p>\n

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Romantic Escape into Nature and Art<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

After you’re done gazing into each other eyes over French desserts, in the afternoon stroll down for a\u00a0visit to\u00a0the\u00a0Mus\u00e9e de la Vie Romantique<\/strong>\u00a0(Romantic Life Museum) near Montmartre. This beautiful 19th\u00a0century building located in the heart of the 9th arrondissement, was the villa of Ary Scheffer, a Dutch painter who was popular\u00a0in France\u00a0during the Romanticism era.<\/p>\n

\"musee-de-la-vie-romantique\"\u00a0CC 2.0 \/\u00a0OTTAVI Alain<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Today, the\u00a0museum features displays\u00a0dedicated to Scheffer, prolific writer\u00a0George Sand\u00a0and other elements of\u00a0the same period. Inside, you’ll\u00a0discover their personal belonging as well as jewelry, furniture and paintings.<\/p>\n

Scheffer was especially renowned for his portraits and several of them are displayed in Mus\u00e9e de la Vie Romantique. He painted in the atelier, where some of his visitors included Chopin, Delacroix and Liszt.<\/p>\n

In summer, an informal tea house opens in the garden. A perfect setting to enjoy beautiful scenery and cool temperatures. Ideal to relax!<\/p>\n

Cruise the Lake<\/h4>\n

All inspired, it’s time\u00a0to move towards the\u00a0Bois de Boulogne<\/strong>\u00a0(Boulogne woods) for\u00a0a boat trip on the lake. Sit back and cosy up in nature with your other half.<\/p>\n

\"bois-de-boulogne\"\u00a0CC 2.0 \/\u00a0fabrice<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Dinner Al Fresco<\/h4>\n

Afterward, get the shuttle to go to the\u00a0Ch\u00e2let des \u00celes,\u00a0on the other side of the lake. In the summertime, the weather is perfect for an al fresco dinner. In winter, travellers are welcome to relax in a delightfully\u00a0cosy room. All year long, meals are an absolute treat.\u00a0Savour refined or exotic French dishes\u00a0in a romantic ambiance:\u00a0ravioles,\u00a0planchas\u00a0or\u00a0nems<\/em>!<\/p>\n

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Day 2 in Paris\"paris-divider\"<\/h2>\n

Paris Je T’aime<\/span><\/h3>\n

If you’re in Paris, you want lots and lots of photos.\u00a0Murs des Je t\u2019aime<\/strong>\u00a0(Wall of I love yous) is a great photo op and a fun way to start your second day. Located on the Montmartre<\/a> hill, this 40 square meters blue wall is an\u00a0artwork by\u00a0Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric Baron\u00a0and\u00a0Claire Kito. 311 \u201cI love you\u201ds are written in no less than 250 languages on this wall!<\/p>\n

\"Pont\u00a0CC2.0 \/ \u00a0Gr\u00e9gory Tonon<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Romance along Pont Neuf<\/h4>\n

Your next visit brings you not on, but under, Pont Neuf\u00a0<\/strong>(Neuf Bridge). Hop\u00a0on a river shuttle and see Paris on a romantic journey down the river.\u00a0With your lover’s hand in yours, take in all the wonder of\u00a0the City of Lights. After this river cruise, make a stop in the very romantic\u00a0Square du Vert Galant<\/strong>\u00a0(Vert Galant Park).<\/p>\n

Eat in a Traditional Brasserie<\/h4>\n

Lunch o\u2019clock! Push open the doors of\u00a0Chez Julien<\/strong>, between the Seine and the Marais area. This traditional brasserie has a splendid retro d\u00e9cor that will put you in a romantic mood. Taste authentic cuisine that may surprise you, such as the\u00a0chair de tourteau au roquefort<\/em>\u00a0\u00e0 l’avocat et au wasabi<\/em>\u00a0(crab meat with roquefort, avocado and wasabi). In summer, you will also be treated to the view of the\u00a0\u00eele Saint Louis<\/strong>\u00a0(Saint Louis Island).<\/p>\n

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When Parisian\u00a0Art Meets Gastronomy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Romance is not only about the grand gestures. Sometimes it lies in the simple things. Begin the last evening of your weekend with a walk along\u00a0Quai Saint Bernard<\/strong>\u00a0(Saint Bernard quay).<\/p>\n

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Gardens and Art in Paris<\/h4>\n

Follow the\u00a0Jardin des Plantes<\/strong>\u00a0(garden of plants) until you reach\u00a0the Institut du Monde Arabe<\/strong>\u00a0(Arabian world institute<\/em>). Enjoy artworks from 20th\u00a0century artists, as you wander between the\u00a0Pont de Sully<\/strong>\u00a0(Sully Bridge<\/em>) and the\u00a0Pont d\u2019Austerlitz<\/strong>\u00a0(Austerlitz Bridge<\/em>). In summer, people gather on the bridge and you may just find yourself dancing under the romantic Parisian sky!<\/p>\n

Cool down with French Sorbet<\/h4>\n

After the long walk, share an ice-cream at\u00a0Berthillon\u00a0on the\u00a0Ile de la Cit\u00e9<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>(Cit\u00e9 Island). It is ranked among the best ice-cream makers in the world. The scrumptious must-try specialty? Wild strawberries sorbet.<\/p>\n

Romantic Meal & Stroll<\/h4>\n

Finish your trip to\u00a0Paris with a meal at\u00a0Colima\u00e7on<\/strong>\u00a0in the 4th\u00a0arrondissement<\/a>. The names of the dishes served here will tickle you — how about\u00a0a \u2018trio de nains de jardin au ch\u00e8vre frais et noix\u2019\u00a0(garden dwarf trio with fresh goat cheese and walnuts) for you?<\/p>\n

To end the evening, have a romantic walk around in the Marais<\/strong> area, surrounded by the beautiful old buildings in this charming historic\u00a0part of Paris.<\/p>\n