Summer in Paris

 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

Bonjour! One of the biggest upsides to being stationed in Europe is having so many great destinations so close! My mom was able to come for a visit last month and we enjoyed a quick girl's trip to Paris while she was here. Just a quick two and a half hour train ride to a dream destination.



Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

    After getting settled in our hotel we navigated the metro over to Montmartre. We stopped at a cafe to enjoy some wine and snacks before our hike up to Sacre-Coeur Basilica. This is the highest point in the city and it is definitely worth the hike.

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

Montmartre is a lively area full of color and character. Miz Helen told me this was her favorite area in Paris and it ended up being mine as well. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

The interior of Sacre-Coeur Basilica. Construction began in 1875 and was completed in 1914. This is the 2nd most visited monument in Paris. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

The next morning we enjoyed espresso on our balcony. We stayed in a great boutique hotel near Champs Elysees. You can't see it in the photo but we were able to see the very tip of the Eiffel Tower from our room. It was especially beautiful at night. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

I think most of our meals in Paris were charcuterie plates. The best by far was from this small wine bar that our tour guide suggested, Redd Wine Bar.

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

We were able to enjoy an amazing guided tour of the Eiffel Tower and some of the surrounding districts, as well as a river cruise on the Seine River. Above is the view from the 2nd platform of the tower. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

This is the view from underneath the tower. The tower is over 1,000 feet tall, about the same height as an 81 story building. Unfortunately the summit was closed due to COVID regulations when we went. Though we did take the elevator up to the 2nd platform, we took the stairs down and it was a workout.

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

After the tour the weather was perfect for a nice riverside glass of champagne. We enjoyed a much needed rest for the feet before heading back to the hotel. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

We waited until the evening to venture back to the Eiffel Tower. It was an entirely new experience seeing it at night. Every hour the whole thing twinkles and it feels like it is a magic show just for you. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

The last day we made our way back over to Montmartre for breakfast. The area is also famous for its street artists and my mom wanted to purchase a piece of artwork to take home. I ended up picking up something for myself as well! We grabbed one last cheese board and glass of wine on our walk back over to Champs Elysees. This was the hottest day we were there and it was nice to rest in the shade since most places don't have air conditioning in Paris. 

Summer in Paris- @mizhelenscountrycottage

After window shopping a bit and buying some perfume our last stop was at the famous Laduree for macaroons. I got strawberry, caramel, two lemon, raspberry, and a saffron and rose flavor. Naturally I also had to get one last glass of champagne before catching the train back home.

I hope you enjoyed going on our Paris getaway with me! 

Sending good vibes your way! 

- Lauren 























Lauren Simonsen
Lauren Simonsen

Cookbook Author, Recipe Developer, Organic Gardner.


Comments

  1. What a fabulous girl's getaway! I went to Paris in high school and I don't think I will ever forget that one of the girls in our group had her butt pinched on the steps of the Sacre Coeur; we were quite scandalized at the time! LOL. It is such a beautiful city to explore though.

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  2. You are so lucky! Paris is my most favorite city in all my travels. I have been several times. I would go back in a minute if I had the chance. Your pictures are beautiful! So glad you had a nice trip.

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  3. I really enjoyed your photos of Paris, Lauren! It has been far too long since we have been able to visit. My husband grew up in Paris so it's extra special for us. I can't wait to go back. Thank you, and Miz Helen, for sharing this post with the Hearth and Soul Link Party.

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  4. Beauitful on my bucket list hope someday to go thanks for sharing god blessings

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