Visit Martha Stewart Weddings Weddings Love & Marriage Marriage Proposals 15 Unexpected Places to Propose in Paris By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 20, 2018 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos www.katiemitchellphotography.com Planning to pop the question to your loved one in the City of Love? To help you set the scene for amour, we turned to Katie Mitchell. As an Australian wedding and engagement photographer who has now made Paris her home, she has trained her eye on some of the most breathtaking backdrops—including a few hidden gems—the destination has to offer. 01 of 16 Jardin du Palais Royal www.katiemitchellphotography.com What could be more exquisite than proposing within the gardens of a royal palace? Tucked away behind the Louvre, this secret Parisian paradise has magnolia trees that blossom in the spring and rose bushes that bloom during the summer. Read About Freddie Cipoletti’s Proposal to Margo and Me Blogger Jenny Bernheim in the Jardin du Palais Royal 02 of 16 Place du Trocadéro www.katiemitchellphotography.com You'll need to wake up early for one of the best views of the Iron Lady at sunrise—but you won't regret it. Get down on your knee on the steps of the Place du Trocadéro when the rest of the city sleeps. 03 of 16 Pont Alexandre III www.katiemitchellphotography.com This is one of the most beautiful (and certainly the most ornate) of all the bridges in Paris. Early evenings are a picturesque time to head here to propose, just as the sun sets. Find a bar on nearby Rue Cler afterward to celebrate. 04 of 16 Square Jean XXIII www.katiemitchellphotography.com You'll have to get your timing right for this one. Pop the question under a canopy of cherry blossom trees by the Notre-Dame Cathedral. You'll find them blooming in Square Jean XXIII for a week or so during the month of April. Go early—visitors will flock there during the day. 05 of 16 Shakespeare & Company Bookshop www.katiemitchellphotography.com Is your partner an avid reader or writer? Mais oui! Then surely this independent bookshop on Paris's Left Bank (where writers such as Hemingway and his friends once gathered) is the ideal spot to propose. Go early to have a tête-à-tête among the stacks. 06 of 16 Arc de Triomphe www.katiemitchellphotography.com The views from the top of the Arc de Triomphe, a great alternative to the Eiffel Tower, are stunning in any season. You'll need to climb the stairs to get up there, so make sure to take a moment to catch your breath before taking your sweetheart's breath away! 07 of 16 Jardin du Luxembourg www.katiemitchellphotography.com Complete with apple orchards, rose gardens, fountains, and statues, the Jardin du Luxembourg in the 6th arrondissement is a lovely destination for a low-key and very French proposal. In the spring, summer, and fall, the garden is in bloom and perfect for a relaxed afternoon hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city. 08 of 16 Pont de Bir Hakeim www.katiemitchellphotography.com For something a little different that still boasts a gorgeous and uninterrupted view of the Eiffel Tower, head to Pont de Bir Hakeim, which links the 15th and 16th arrondissements. Consider making your way here to propose in the early morning for the softest light or in the evening to witness the tower when she sparkles for five minutes every hour on the hour after sunset. 09 of 16 Jardins des Archives Nationales www.katiemitchellphotography.com The romantic gardens of the Archives Nationales are nestled in the heart of Le Marais. (Bonus: Most people don't even know that they exist!) In the spring and summer, the gardens are filled with roses and hydrangea bushes, which surround many secluded benches—ideal for that private moment. 10 of 16 Place Dauphine www.katiemitchellphotography.com Place Dauphine is a pretty little public square (actually triangular in shape) located on the Île de la Cité. The trees turn pink in the springtime, and the square is decorated for the Christmas season making this a year-round proposal option. 11 of 16 Boat Cruise Along the Seine www.katiemitchellphotography.com Love the water? Embark on a romantic dinner cruise before proposing on board! Consider hiring a private luxury boat for something a little extra special. This idea is better suited to the warmer months so you can stand together on deck and watch the world go by. 12 of 16 Square René Viviani www.katiemitchellphotography.com An adorable public square just opposite the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Square René Viviani is home to what is believed to be the oldest planted tree in Paris. Pop the question in this historical location underneath one of the red rose floral arches in the warmer months when they are at their most bountiful. 13 of 16 Parc de Sceaux www.katiemitchellphotography.com Parc de Sceaux is an absolute gem located just outside of Paris. Complete with its own château, the park is a wonderful spot for a day trip. Pack a picnic of wine and cheese (oh, and the engagement ring, of course) and take in the beauty of it all before getting down on one knee among the spectacular grounds. 14 of 16 Jardin des Tuileries www.katiemitchellphotography.com The Jardin des Tuileries back right up to the Musée du Louvre. Take a stroll here to propose after spending a few hours browsing some of the most famous art in the world. In the fall, the colors of the trees light up in a palette of bright oranges, yellows, and greens. 15 of 16 A Parisian Café www.katiemitchellphotography.com If your loved one has a sweet tooth, what could be cuter than proposing at an intimate Parisian café over macarons and hot chocolate (or, alternatively, a bottle of bubbly)? Read About Ryan’s Fashion Week Proposal at a Parisian Restaurant 16 of 16 Share Your Proposal Story www.katiemitchellphotography.com Find out how to submit your proposal pics and details at marthastewartweddings.com/submit. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit