Follow the Steps of Emily in Paris, the City of Love

Following the success of the much-acclaimed Netflix TV series Emily in Paris, we have witnessed an increase in enquiries from Americans asking about the City of Love (and Light), and where to buy a home here.

Valentine’s Day is approaching, and you may have secretly prepared to whisk your bien-aimée away to the world’s favourite capital city for a couple of days. If so, chances are you’ve spent hours surfing the web looking for stylish Parisian ideas for you and your chéri(e). Pas de soucis!

Do you remember our colleague Benoît in Paris? Not Emily’s musician friend! Our Benoît Ochart, the experienced and handy property manager.

We’ve brainstormed the perfect romantic tour in the footsteps of Emily in Paris to make your Valentine’s Day unforgettable. Let’s start at …  

Emily’s Favourite Places in Paris

The Latin Quarter

The historic Quartier Latin is where Emily lives; it is one of the oldest and most picturesque areas of Paris, on the left bank, across from l’île Saint-Louis. Its name dates back to the Middle Ages, when the district was home to universities full of students who spoke only Latin.

Today, it is more ‘chic’, and visitors can still feel this spirit while discovering the many bookstores and bars in rue Mouffetard.

Start your walk in front of Emily’s building on the Place de l’Estrapade. In the same square, you can pick up viennoiseries at La Boulangerie Moderne, where Emily bought her pains au chocolat when she first arrived in Paris; the address is rue des Fossés Saint-Jacques. Just next to this is Gabriel’s restaurant, Deux Compères, which is actually Terra Nera.

Continue to the Place de la Contrescarpe, a quiet and picturesque square where older Parisians enjoy sipping an expresso on a terrace and reading the newspapers, occasionally with a tartine.

If you wish to fully immerse yourself in this atmosphere, we can recommend Bistro La Petite. From 6 pm, it becomes alive with students and professionals meeting after a busy day.

Then, take rue Descartes and Clovis, and walk back towards the Panthéon, one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, which houses the tombs of French historical figures. Walk down rue Soufflot, and you will soon arrive at the gorgeous Luxembourg Gardens for a quick walk around and sit near the fountain. Don’t miss the chess players in the northwest part; they are worth a look.

Saint Germain des Prés

Once out of the Jardins de Luxembourg, walk down rue Bonaparte, which will lead to Saint Germain des Prés in front of Café de Flore, where Emily often goes.

We suggest not stopping here; it’s way overpriced and a bit of a tourist trap. Saint-Germain-des-Prés is known as the most expensive district in Paris, where celebrities such as Catherine Deneuve and Sofia Coppola once lived.

Continue on rue Bonaparte, and you will arrive at the Seine River. Cross over the Pont des Arts, also called Pont des Amoureux (the famous lovers’ bridge); don’t forget to take a picture or two! Across the bridge, you are on the right bank. Go to the Pont Neuf (‘the new bridge’, the oldest bridge in Paris).

This is where the final scene of season 2 was shot, and a few steps from the iconic La Samaritaine, a luxurious mall where Emily goes shopping in the same series. The building itself is stunning. Take a moment to visit the fancy jewellery and clothing stores; you won’t be disappointed.

As your credit card may need to cool down, step down rue de Rivoli and go to Place de Valois, where the Valois agency is located, this is where Emily works!

At this time during the tour, we suggest having lunch in the Palais Royal area, which offers a good selection of restaurants and bistros. Benoît’s favourite places to eat are Bistrot Vivienne, a fairly priced restaurant with great food and service.

And for a special occasion, he will make a reservation at Le Grand Véfour, the restaurant where Emily tried to book a table in Season 1.  

Butte Montmartre

In the middle of the afternoon, take a taxi or VTC to Montmartre. Ask to be dropped out of the tourist area, next to Le Café Qui Parle, it may be time for another café!

Take rue Lepic and walk towards Le Moulin de la Galette and then Place Dalida, where Emily’s season 1 marketing campaign was shot, onto Maison Rose, where Emily has dinner with Mindy in the first season, followed by the Vineyard and the Lapin Agile cabaret.

Don’t waste too much time at Place du Tertre and at the Sacré-Cœur. Instead, wander through the cosy streets of the Butte (the hill) and soak up the special atmosphere of this peaceful and romantic neighbourhood. 

As the day draws to an end, go down the Butte and finish the ‘tour’ with a French kiss in front of Mur des Je t’aime, a huge ‘I Love Wall’ signed with thousands of messages in hundreds of languages. The perfect place for all lovers to end with another classic selfie. Talking about selfies ....

Brigitte Macron Makes a Cameo

In an exciting development for fans of the Netflix series “Emily in Paris,” France’s First Lady, Brigitte Macron, apparently a big fan of the acclaimed series, made a cameo appearance, adding a touch of real-life glamour to the show and underscoring its growing influence in promoting French culture and tourism.

Created by Darren Star, “Emily in Paris” follows the adventures of Emily Cooper, an American marketing executive played by Lily Collins, as she navigates life and work in the City of Lights. The series has gained significant international attention and has been praised for its portrayal of Parisian life and culture.

Brigitte Macron’s cameo is part of a broader effort by the French government to leverage the show’s popularity to boost France’s image and attract more visitors. The collaboration between the government and the entertainment industry highlights the series’ influence and its role in showcasing France to a global audience.

This exciting development adds to the show’s appeal and underscores the importance of cultural diplomacy in promoting tourism and national pride. As fans eagerly await the new season, including Brigitte Macron, promises to bring an extra layer of intrigue and authenticity to the beloved Netflix series.

Paris After Emily: Where Your Journey Begins

It’s time to say merci and au revoir to Emily in Paris. Netflix has now confirmed that the sixth season will be the final chapter in Emily Cooper’s Parisian adventure, with filming already underway for these last episodes. 

After six unforgettable years, Lily Collins has promised that season six will deliver everything fans love about the series, wrapping up Emily’s story with all the romance, drama, and dreamlike Paris backdrops we’ve come to expect. 

The previous season alone clocked up an impressive 26.8 million views in just 11 days, proving just how many of us have been happily swept along on this “trip of a lifetime” with the cast.

There’s no firm release date yet, but we can expect to see this final season arrive on Netflix in late 2026 or early 2027 – giving us all a little time to savour the anticipation before we say our final au revoir to Emily and her life in Paris.

Paris Itinerary Map and Tips

To help fans keep the magic alive, here’s the Google Maps itinerary, complete with links and addresses. Feel free to ‘mix and match’ to fit your plans and timetable, keeping in mind the time in Paris. The French Capital is full of amazing places, secret corners, and romantic experiences. 

Top Tips: take your time to discover on foot or by Vélib, dare to go off the beaten track, don’t forget the engagement ring if that’s the plan and try to time a midnight kiss under the sparkling Eiffel Tower, that’s what we did!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Benoît, our local partner in Paris, and browse through more fun facts and interesting articles on our popular blog.