Paris, France, is often referred to
as the city of love, or la ville de l'amour.
Its iconic backdrop has been used in romantic films
like "Midnight In Paris," and the musical "Funny Face"
starring Audrey Hepburn and Fred Astaire.
There's something about the environment that brews romance
on every street corner.
From couples' pastry classes to evening dinner cruises
under the twinkling lights of the city, here are 10 reasons
why Paris is the capital of love.
This boutique hotel is highly coveted for its
whimsical views of the Eiffel Tower.
Le Metropolitan Hotel lets you capture the beauty from
the comfort of your bed.
Opt for a night in and watch as the tower puts on
a sparkling show each hour after sunset.
The Eiffel Suite at Le Metropolitan
starts at about $600.
Another laid-back way to take in the scenery is by
picnicking in the park.
Leave the planning to the experts as they set up the
ultimate gourmet picnic.
Enjoy wine, small bites, and sweet treats with your
loved one.
You can also get wined and dined along the Seine River
with Bateaux Mouches cruises.
Float through the city as you soak up the exquisite
architecture of Paris.
Bateaux Mouches offers brunch and lunch cruises by day
and romantic dinners by night.
The floral selection in Paris is nothing short
of spectacular.
All around the city, you'll find an abundance of markets
full of freshly cut flowers waiting to be made into
your own personalized bouquet.
Some of the most famous chocolatiers can be found in Paris,
including chef Jacques Genin whose chocolate skills
are out of this world.
Visit Jacques Genin's dessert shop where you can enjoy
decadent pastries and chocolate treats.
Two hours outside of the Paris city center,
discover the Champagne region of France.
Stop in Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, a Champagne house
in Reims.
Plan for a romantic day to explore the Veuve Clicquot
cellars before popping open some bottles
and tasting their famous bubbly.
Paris is home to a large selection of parks and gardens.
The enchanting Luxembourg Gardens has an abundance of
activities to enjoy.
Wander around both the French and English gardens,
admire the architecture of the Luxembourg Palace,
or go sailing with toy boats along the pond.
Ever wondered how chefs bake up those delicious pastries
and desserts you see all around Paris?
Consider taking a pastry class to find out.
A variety of Paris chefs around the city open up their
kitchens to visitors hungry for a lesson in
Parisian baking 101.
Montmartre is considered one of the most romantic
neighborhoods in Paris.
This small village is best known for its stunning
church on the hill called Sacré-Cœur, which translates
to the sacred heart.
Montmartre is also known for the famous wall of love,
le mur des je t'aime,
which features the words "I love you" in 250 languages.
On the edge of Paris sits the Bois de Vincennes,
one of the city's largest parks that is home to the
Temple of Love.
Hop in a boat and row all the way to the Temple de L'amour
where you can watch the sun set over the lake.