Valentine's Day in Paris
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Paris remains unquestionably the city of lovers. Romance is everywhere, from the beauty of the monuments and vistas to the intimacy of cafés, from luxury shopping, gourmet restaurants and patisseries to museums and gardens. Staying at the Hôtel Auteuil Tour Eiffel, you will be in the heart of the 16th arrondissement, one of the most elegant in the capital, close to many places where you’ll want to celebrate your love. Here are some ideas suggested by our team.
All the charms of the Right Bank
While staying at the Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel, you’ll have plenty of options for taking a romantic stroll. A few minutes on foot, for example, will get you to the Ile aux Cygnes. This lesser-known long strip of island in the middle of the Seine is an intimate and peaceful place from which to admire the views of the quays, the passage of boats on the river and the more than a century-old Pont de Bir Hakeim. Passing in front of the Maison de la Radio, you can reach the Maison de Balzac. This museum off the beaten tourist track is installed in the modest residence where the author wrote much of his work. It has a quiet garden with free access offering a splendid view of the Eiffel Tower. Would you rather indulge in a Parisian cliché? Don’t miss the opportunity to stroll together along the Champs-Élysées. Explore this magnificent and world-famous avenue all the way to the Arc de Triomphe where the Flame of Remembrance burns. You can reach this monument’s terrace, 50 metres above the ground, and enjoy an exceptional panorama of the city and its architectural gems. An ideal place for a passionate declaration or whispered sweet nothings…
Well-being and indulgence
Treat yourselves to some sweet indulgence for Valentine's Day! Many restaurants around the Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel will welcome you for a romantic and delicious dinner. Also visit Amandine’s Gros Gâteaux. This artisanal and family-run pâtisserie, located a three-minute walk from the hotel, offers an assortment of reinvented traditional cakes as well as a selection that changes every week. While staying in the neighbourhood, check out the programme for the Auditorium de Radio France. In February, you can listen to a recital devoted to Lalo Schifrin and his film music, attend a film concert dedicated to Irving Berlin, discover a portrait of the South Korean composer Unsuk Chin, or listen to works by Mozart, Bach, Rachmaninov, Satie, Gershwin, and Poulenc played by the famous orchestra... Finally, why not treat yourself to a pampering session as a couple in the brand-new Wellness space at the Galeries Lafayette department store? Beauty treatments and private saunas for two present the perfect opportunity for an intimate experience combined with blissful relaxation.
For Valentine's Day, Paris is at her charming best, offering you a wealth of possibilities. Come and enjoy a romantic experience with your special one at the Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel!
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Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Paris 16th arrondissement