If you want to surprise your partner for Valentine’s Day but you’re lacking inspiration, don’t panic! I’ve put together a list of original ideas for a Valentine’s Day in Paris that’s worthy of a fairytale. So, put on your best outfit, arm yourself with your best smile, and take your partner to one of these places on February 14th 
Private Spa & Hammam
Enjoy 50 minutes of pure relaxation in a private spa designed for total well-being.
Multisensory Pool – Warm bubbling water, a waterfall to relax your neck, and powerful jets to massage your back and feet.
Hammam – A soothing steam bath that helps remove toxins, cleanse your skin, and improve circulation.
A perfect escape to recharge your body and mind!
Price: 80€ per person
Info & Booking (in French)
A Romantic Aperitif on the Water
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This Valentine’s Day, enjoy a one-hour aperitif cruise on the Seine River.
Starting at the Eiffel Tower, you’ll float along the river while sipping a drink, enjoying live music, and admiring Paris’s most famous landmarks, all lit up beautifully at night.
It’s a magical way to experience Paris from the water with your special someone.
Price: 20€ per adult, 9€ for children (4-11 years old)
Location: Vedettes de Paris, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, Port de Suffren, 75007 Paris
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A dinner cruise on the Seine
How about a romantic dinner cruise on the Seine?
A cruise along the illuminated quays of Paris in a romantic atmosphere, lulled by the gentle rhythm of the waves and the sumptuous melody of violinists and pianists… With a special “Valentine’s Day” menu, your taste buds and your heart will overflow with happiness.
A multitude of boats are there to welcome you. Whichever one you choose, your floating trip along the Seine will be a sight to behold.
The ships sail upstream along the Seine and go past a city that is not only delightfully illuminated but also with a multitude of monuments, each more impressive than the last, such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Louvre Museum, the Place de la Concorde… to name but a few.
My favorites:
👉 Check my full comparison of the top dinner cruises in Paris if you’re not sure which boat to pick.
Create your own ceramic bowl duo
For Valentine’s Day, get together with your loved one to create a ceramic bowl duo.
You will be accompanied by Henry who will teach you the basics of ceramics so that you make the most beautiful creation. Each participant will be able to create their own unique bowl duo, and you are free to match yours to your significant other’s!
Although the class is not a special Valentine’s Day class, the small group size (3 or 4 people maximum) allows for a great deal of intimacy and conviviality.
There are still a few spots left for this February 14th but don’t worry, many other dates before and after are available.
Address: Rue Pierre Dupont, Paris
Price: €60/person
Information and booking (site in French)
Romantic perfume-making workshop
Dive into the world of perfumery with this unique workshop in Paris, perfect for Valentine’s Day. As a couple, uncover the secrets of scent composition during a 2-hour session.
Guided by an expert, you’ll explore 100 olfactory notes and create two custom 30 mL perfumes.
Located in the charming Marais district, this workshop offers a special moment to become the architect of your own olfactory signature.
An intimate and creative experience, ideal for couples seeking an original and romantic activity.
Address: 7 Rue des Francs Bourgeois, Paris
Price: €210 for 2 people
Information and booking (site in French)
Picnic at Jardin du Luxembourg
A winter picnic in the Luxembourg Gardens is a unique twist!
Bundle up and bring along a thermos of hot chocolate. Picture this: the two of you, snuggled under a blanket, surrounded by peaceful gardens.
It’s intimate, original, and super romantic. Even in February, this patch of greenery in the heart of Paris has its own unique charm. A different, but unforgettable Valentine’s Day!”
Ride in a Peugeot 404
What could be more romantic than a ride in a classic car in the middle of Paris by Night for the evening of February 14th?
Paris Balade offers you the opportunity to drive around Paris during a one-hour trip around the most sumptuous monuments of the capital.
The little extra: the activity can be done with up to 3 people (so even if you haven’t found a boy yet, you can enjoy it with your friends).
Address: 2 possible departure points:
- Place du Panthéon 75005 Paris
- In front of the Place de l’Hôtel de Ville
Prices: from €108 (price per car).
Ride in a 2CV
In the same spirit of escapism and fresh air: the 2CV ride.
With a more rural and original concept, come and discover the capital with your soul mate during a commented escapade.
The activity will last between 45 minutes and 3 hours (you can choose from different routes).
The little extra: you can do this activity with several couples (one couple per 2CV, up to 15 people).
Address: Only in front of the Petit Palais (Avenue Winston Churchill 75008) for the 45-minute rides or at your flat / hotel (inside Paris only) for the 1.5-hour / 3-hour rides.
Prices: from €139 (up to 3 passengers per car).
Discover Paris by helicopter
Discover Paris by helicopter: how to combine two ultra-romantic concepts in the same evening: Paris, the city of Love and a helicopter.
Fly over the greatest Parisian monuments and admire the breathtaking view!
Enjoy this dreamy ride and contemplate the Parc des Princes, Versailles or the gardens of the Sun King… and of course, the Eiffel Tower.
Believe us, you will never want to come down from your little cloud…
Price: €399
The Valentine’s Day race
Celebrate Valentine’s Day differently with the Saint Valentine’s Day Run on February 17, 2024, at the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont in Paris.
This event combines sport and festivity with a 10 km solo run and a 5 km duo run.
More than just a race, it’s a statement of activism to raise awareness about discrimination, especially regarding sexual orientation and gender identity.
Participate in a charity raffle benefiting Acceptess-T, an organization supporting the rights of transgender individuals.
Additionally, the 10 km race qualifies for the “Parisian 10 km Challenge”. After the run, enjoy a lively evening to complete this unique and committed experience.
Address: Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Rue de Crimée – 75019 Paris 19
Metro: Botzaris (M7)
Times: The race starts at 10.00 am on Valentine’s Day weekend
More info on the Valentine’s Day race (in French only)
A night at the Seven Hotel
If you are looking for a new and totally original experience, the Seven Hotel offers you the chance to spend a night (or more) in one of its unusual rooms!
With its 7 designed suites, you will be spoilt for choice in view of the extraordinary creativity shown by the 7 designers.
Pure and green rooms with different themes:
- 7th sin: vegetation, pink neon lights, a subdued atmosphere around a private jacuzzi.
- 7th world: zebra rugs, bamboo: an invitation to a chic safari.
- 7th chakra: bobo/bohemian/chic atmosphere.
- 7th day: everything is white with clarity, the impression of being on a cloud.
- 7th heaven: softness and voluptuousness, cocooning pink velvet.
- 7th note: magnificent posters, black piano, neon lights.
- 7th art: cinema atmosphere, wall of spotlights and burgundy velvet.
Address: 20, rue Berthollet – 75005 Paris
Prices: you can have a room starting at €363 per night; €629 – €777per night for a suite
For more details on services and rates, please visit the Hotel Seven page.
Check out our other articles to see more romantic hotels in Paris and unusual hotels in Paris.
A massage in the dark
Although Valentine’s Day is known for the intensity and excitement that couples can share, here at the Spa in the Dark we offer the opposite – a moment of pure relaxation shared by two.
Massaged in total darkness (or in dim light for those who prefer to see their partner’s face) and with relaxing music, the atmosphere becomes much deeper and more intimate for your couple.
You will then have the opportunity to share a hot, hot moment in the private steam room for couples. This way, you will be able to strengthen your bond again without the discreet but intrusive presence of your masseur.
At the end of this surprising and soothing experience, when the light comes back on, you will feel as if you have stepped out of your own little paradise.
Address: 65 rue Montmartre – 75002 Paris
Price: €148 – €328
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On board the Toqué Bus
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Are you looking for a little corner of paradise in Paris, away from the tourists? Candlelit dinners on the water are not your cup of tea but you really want to surprise your partner this year with an original dinner? Then book your ticket on the Toqué Bus.
With this innovative concept of a gastronomic cruise in a bus, your eyes will marvel for more than 2h30 in the streets of Paris, discovering the Concorde, the Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre Pyramid.
Here’s the Special Valentine’s Day Menu in a few words: snacked gambas, lentil soup, duck fillet and vegetables, cheese and a surprise dessert prepared by a pastry chef.
Address: Departure from the Champs-Élysées.
Prices: €140-250/pers.
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A Romantic Dinner at La Mère Catherine
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Enjoy a special evening at La Mère Catherine restaurant in Montmartre. This historic place, over 200 years old, is perfect for a romantic moment in a unique setting.
Taste delicious French dishes like onion soup or sole meunière, carefully prepared just for you. Afterward, take a stroll through the charming streets of Montmartre, hand in hand, to continue the magic of the evening.
Price: 80€ per person
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An Unforgettable Dinner at Cadet de Gascogne
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Le Cadet de Gascogne restaurant invites you to a lovely evening in Montmartre. Located on the famous Place du Tertre, enjoy a delicious dinner with live music featuring a piano and beautiful vocals.
After your meal, take a walk through Montmartre’s cozy streets, continuing your romantic evening. This is the perfect way to celebrate your love in a charming, Parisian setting.
Price: 75€ per person
Book your Valentine’s dinner at Le Cadet de Gascogne
A Luxurious Limousine
Treat yourself to a special experience with a limousine ride through Paris. Hop into a luxury car and enjoy the most famous sights of the city while sipping champagne and relaxing in style.
You’ll get to see iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre-Dame, all from the comfort of your limousine. It’s the perfect way to feel like a VIP and make this Valentine’s Day unforgettable!
Price: From 220€ for one hour.
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Paradox Museum
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Visit the Paradox Museum in Paris for a fun and mind-bending experience.
Explore over 90 interactive exhibits where optical illusions and impossible sights challenge the way you see the world.
It’s the perfect place to have fun, solve puzzles together, and be amazed by things you never thought possible.
Price: 27€ per adult
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