E S S E N T I A L S
P A R I S
French kissing
01
Old faithful
A timeless classic, no
romantic trip to Paris is
complete without a visit
to see Rodin’s
The Kiss
at the Musée
Rodin (
79
Rue de Var-
enne; musee-rodin.fr
).
Mimic the lovers’ pose
for a tourist snap or
simply marvel at this
miracle in marble.
02
Young pretender
Nothing bonds you
like mutual creativity,
so why not have a
go at making your
own street art in the
city that founded the
modern graffiti scene.
Underground Paris
(
undergroundparis.
org
)
offers workshops
that culminate in
creating your own
(
legal) masterpiece on
a neglected Parisian
wall. To finish the
day in style, bring a
Champagne picnic to
enjoy while admiring
your handiwork.
03
Dish of the day
Step back in time
and dine in one of
Lapérouse’s private
salons (
51
Quai des
Grands Augustins;
laperouse.com
).
Dating
from 1766 and set
on the banks of the
Seine, these provide
a suitably grand setting
for a romantic meal
for two. Sample the
tasting menu or the
exquisite selection of
à la carte dishes.
04
Sweet stay
Seven deadly sin-
themed Vice Versa
Hotel (
213
Rue de
la Croix Nivert;
viceversahotel.com
)
provides “lustful” rooms
decked out in pink and
black satin. Suggestive
February means Valentine’s day, so it’s the
perfect time to treat your amour with our tips
for a loved-up visit to the city of romance
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WORDS
CHLOE HAY
Take off in the world’s biggest
air-balloon. Pick a clear
day and your snaps will be
unsurpassable
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