Discover Paris’s 200 best spots for a Couples' trip

Built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 World's Fair, the Eiffel Tower remains the defining symbol of Paris and one of the most visited monuments in the world. This ticket gives access to either the 2nd floor, with sweeping city views, or all the way to the summit, weather permitting, and reviewers consistently praise the guided assistance included with the ticket.

L'Oiseau Blanc pays tribute to early aviation, its decor and name inspired by the pioneering aircraft. Perched on a rooftop, it offers panoramic views of Paris alongside a refined dining experience.

Service is attentive, with staff often praised for enhancing the atmosphere. A notable choice for those seeking both scenery and a memorable French dining setting.

The Luxembourg Palace was built in the early 17th century for Marie de' Medici and now houses the French Senate, set within the beloved Jardin du Luxembourg. While the palace interior has limited public access, the surrounding gardens — with their fountains, tree-lined paths, and green metal chairs — are one of the most cherished green spaces in Paris.

The Eiffel Tower rises above Paris with a ground-level parvis, a 2nd floor at 154m and a summit at 276m, each offering different views of the city. Visitors can ascend by elevator or stairs, with tickets sold for various levels and combinations.

Onsite dining includes the Madame Brasserie and a champagne bar, plus a boutique selling official souvenirs. Evening visits offer a quieter atmosphere with shorter queues.

The Eiffel Tower stays open into the evening, offering access to the 2nd floor and summit by elevator or stairs with typically shorter queues than daytime. Visitors can take in illuminated views over the Ville Lumière from the esplanade, 2nd floor (154m) or summit (276m).

Restaurants and a champagne bar are available on-site for those wanting to extend the experience.

Perched on the roof of the Jean Nouvel-designed Musée du quai Branly–Jacques Chirac, Les Ombres pairs a glass-walled dining room and terrace garden with sweeping views over Paris and the Eiffel Tower. The menu blends classic Parisian brasserie dishes with contemporary techniques, using ingredients from responsible fisheries, farms and artisan producers.

A starlit ceiling effect accompanies evening service, and the adjoining bar offers cocktails and light Mediterranean plates.

Crazy Horse has been a fixture of Avenue George V since 1951, famous for its precisely choreographed, artfully lit nude revue that treats the dancers' bodies as a canvas for light and shadow. It's considered the most artistically daring of Paris's grand cabarets, distinct from the more traditional feather-and-sequin style of its rivals, and remains a favorite for couples marking a special occasion.

This is the entry point to the Eiffel Tower, where visitors can purchase tickets and access the first and second floors or the summit by elevator or stairs. Expect queues, especially in high season, though evening visits offer a calmer atmosphere.

The site also includes restaurants, a champagne bar, and event spaces such as the Salle Gustave Eiffel.

Built for the 1900 World's Fair, this arched bridge links the Invalides quarter to the Champs-Élysées area near the Grand Palais. Its single steel span is adorned with gilded bronze sculptures, cherubs, and nymphs at each end, reflecting Belle Époque design.

The bridge offers open views along the Seine and makes for a scenic stop while walking between riverbank landmarks.

Pont d'Iéna spans the Seine, connecting the Eiffel Tower area with the Trocadéro gardens on the opposite bank. The bridge offers open views of the river and surrounding landmarks, making it a natural stop for walkers moving between the two sides.

Its position along the water draws steady foot traffic, especially at points offering unobstructed sightlines to the tower.

This small green space sits at the western point of Île de la Cité, surrounded by the Seine on both sides. Shaded by trees, it offers plenty of benches and grassy spots to sit and take in views of the river and nearby bridges.

It's a quiet, relaxed setting popular for picnics, walks, or simply pausing between sightseeing stops in central Paris.

A private evening tour through Paris in a classic Citroën 2CV, past illuminated landmarks including the Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Notre-Dame. A personal driver shares stories about the city's history as "the City of Light" throughout the ride.

Pont des Arts is a pedestrian-only bridge linking the Louvre to the Institut de France across the Seine. It offers open views of the river and surrounding landmarks, making it a popular spot for walking, photography, and watching the sunset.

Its car-free wooden deck creates a relaxed, quiet atmosphere amid the busier parts of central Paris.

A roughly 2-hour dinner cruise aboard the Capitaine Fracasse, gliding past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Louvre. The seated 3-course dinner is prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients, and guests can step out onto the open-air terrace at any point during the cruise for photos and views.

Place du Trocadéro sits atop the Chaillot hill, flanked by the twin wings of the Palais de Chaillot. The square opens onto terraces overlooking the Jardins du Trocadéro, with tiered fountains cascading down toward the Seine and the Eiffel Tower beyond.

It draws visitors for photographs and views, with street performers and vendors often present, and serves as a starting point for walks through the surrounding gardens.

Bar Nouveau brings genuine Art Nouveau detailing to a small, atmospheric room in the Marais, and reviewers consistently single out both the decor and the quality of service. It's a favorite for a slower, conversation-friendly evening rather than a big night out.

A 1.5-hour private boat cruise on the Seine for small groups (up to 6), with complimentary rosé wine, Evian water, and macarons served on board. The route passes landmarks including the Grand Palais, Pont Alexandre III, and the Musée d'Orsay, with a captain/guide tailoring commentary to the group.

Sequoia Rooftop Bar sits on Boulevard des Capucines in the 2nd arrondissement, open nightly from 5:00 PM to midnight. The bar menu features drinks and food, with a minimum spend of 50€ per person.

Bookings are available online, and the venue can be reached by phone or email for enquiries.

The Cambridge Public House brings a warm, pub-like atmosphere to the Marais, a departure from the neighborhood's many cocktail-focused speakeasies. It's frequently mentioned by reviewers as a memorable spot for special occasions thanks to its welcoming service and comfortable setting.

A 1.5-2 hour dinner cruise on the Seine, boarding near the Pont Alexandre III, widely considered the most beautiful bridge in Paris. Guests enjoy a bistronomic French menu prepared on board while passing the illuminated Eiffel Tower and other landmarks at night.

Set in a former 18th-century palace overlooking Place de la Concorde, Hôtel de Crillon is a Rosewood property combining French heritage with contemporary design. It offers rooms and suites with marble detailing, several restaurants and bars including Nonos par Paul Pairet and Bar Les Ambassadeurs, plus a spa, hair salon and event spaces such as the Salons Historiques.

Expect an elegant, historic atmosphere in the heart of Paris.

A one-hour evening cruise along the Seine, departing from Port de Suffren near the Eiffel Tower, taking in illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre-Dame, and the Musée d'Orsay. There is no onboard guide; commentary is available via a downloadable app in over 10 languages, with background music setting the mood.

Climb 284 steps to the terrace of this national monument on Place de l'Étoile for panoramic night views over the Champs-Élysées and the illuminated city. The lift is currently under maintenance, so access is by stairs only.

Tickets cost €22, free for under-26s.

Langosteria Paris occupies the seventh floor of the Cheval Blanc hotel, overlooking the Seine with views stretching from Notre-Dame to Sacré-Cœur. Led by Executive Chef Michele Biassoni, it offers Italian seafood-focused menus alongside dedicated wine, cocktail and dessert lists.

The space combines an interior dining room with a terrace, and also hosts private dining for events and celebrations.

Tucked upstairs from the Aux Vins des Pyrénées restaurant in the Marais, this former apartment has been turned into a secret club-like bar with a festive yet discreet atmosphere. Expect cocktails and small plates served in what's billed as Paris's finest smoking room, plus a hidden terrace.

Live jazz plays every Friday, and the venue does not take reservations.

A roughly 2-hour dinner at Madame Brasserie, on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower, with a seasonal menu created by chef Thierry Marx. The set menu includes a starter, main course(s), dessert, and drinks (champagne, wine, beer, or soft drinks).

Small groups of up to 10 diners, with a choice of Eiffel Tower-view or Seine-view seating.

A photo session with a professional local photographer around the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro area. The photographer guides posing and picks scenic spots, and edited digital photos are delivered within 48 hours via a shareable gallery.

Rue de l'Abreuvoir is a narrow, cobblestone lane in the Montmartre neighborhood, known for its postcard-like charm. Ivy-covered facades, small shops, and cozy cafes line the street, creating a quiet, photogenic atmosphere.

It sits near La Maison Rose, a well-known nearby spot, and is a pleasant stop for a slow walk through the area.

A 75-minute to 2-hour dinner cruise along the Seine, with a seated 3-course French menu (choice of starter, main, dessert) served as the boat passes the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the Louvre. Live singer on board.

A children's menu is available; not suitable for children under 3.

Bar Hemingway is tucked inside the Ritz Paris on Rue Cambon, a hushed, memorabilia-lined room celebrating Ernest Hemingway's ties to the hotel. Head bartender Colin Field built its reputation over decades, and it remains one of the most storied cocktail bars in the world, drawing visitors for a special-occasion drink rather than a casual round.