Paris after dark

One of the most beautiful and magical times in Paris is after dark. The city is still full of life, but it takes on a wonderful glow, especially all of the monuments and museums the city is famous for.

Like the Tour Eiffel…

Notre Dame…

The Hotel de Ville…

The bridges of the Seine…

Even the cafes look more cozy and romantic…

So, next time you are in Paris, make sure you save time to set out for a stroll when darkness falls and the city is bathed in evening light. Pick an area and walk up and down the banks of the Seine for a free light show you will never forget. Grab an outside table at a cafe for a late night snack or cocktail. And if your tootsies are too sore from all the walking you have done during the day, don’t worry! A relaxing boat ride is a great alternative. It’s a great way to while away an hour and see great views of the river. I prefer the smaller Bateaux Les Vedettes du Pont Neuf. The commentary is live and the boats are smaller, creating a more intimate tour.

Paris at night…c’est magnifique!

NurseTerry
July 22nd, 2007
And be sure to stop at Cafe L’homme in the Trocadero for a coctail on the outside patio (or dinner if you have the euro’s. At 9pm the light show begins…the Eiffle Tower sparkles like a movie set.. and you are about 100 yards away! Our friends who have lived in Paris for 30 years took us there for dinner. Not many tourists get this thrill as it is slightly unknown.
Magic!

tongue in cheek
July 22nd, 2007
yes yes yes
or I should say,
OUI OUI OUI!
It is a must do!!

KC
July 23rd, 2007
Those pictures are amazing! I really like the ones of Notre Dame, especially the one of the glowing facade. How did you take them?
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KC,
2 were shot from the boat on the river and the other I just was walking by and saw that perspective…no tricks, just my simple digital camera!