Paris is a special spot for a weekend getaway or a week or a month! The city is so romantic, full of energy and we have never had a bad time here. We try to schedule our departing flights home from a Europe trip through Paris so we can enjoy a few days there before heading home. We have had many magical weekends in Paris and I have the perfect itinerary for you to have the best weekend in the city of love (but also a great place for a girls trip!). This itinerary will have you saying iykyk. WHERE TO STAY: Hotel de Crillion ($$$) Our favorite hotel to stay at for special occasions because it is pricey (but worth it!!). It’s at the base of Champs-Élysées and is known for its beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower which is a must see from your hotel room at night. Hotel Costes ($$$) The ultimate cool kids spot for drinks and fries. You will be sure to find a fashion crowd here and it’s excellent people watching. The rooms have been redone recently and are not as dark as they used to be. Staying here will make you feel like you have the keys to the city. Hoxton Hotel Paris ($$) This is our most stayed at hotel when we are stopping in paris. It’s decently priced, really chic and in a great location. Where the creatives work L‘Hotel ($$) A real Parisian time capsule. All the charm and history you could ask for. This is where the famed Oscar Wilde actually died - that adds to the charm lol. There is a beautiful grotto in the hotel only available for quests and in all my travels I’ve never seen anything like it! Hotel Eiffel Blomet ($) One of the best budget hotels in Paris. The name really says it all as it is right beside the Eiffel Tower. It’s newly renovated and has an art deco feel which is different from the usual parisian aesthetic in other hotels. @thehoxtonhotelWHERE TO EAT: Le tricycle ($) This vegan fast casual restaurant is a must try during your trip. Their menu is Afro/Caribbean focused with lots of delicious hearty bowls filled with tofu, quinoa, veggies etc. They have delicious plantains and I always get the wings de choux fleur. Restaurant DIEP ($$$) Yes, it’s upscale chinese and a bit pricey but the ambience is perfect for a night out with friends and the food is worth it. Our must order is the peking duck and all the dim sum. This also really hits for a hungover lunch especially on a rainy day! Candelaria ($) Great authentic Mexican fare with even better cocktails with a hidden cocktail bar in the back. We love to stop here for cocktails and light bites before a night out. It’s a fun vibe and great way to start your night. HB tip: get the spicy margarita with mezcal! Le Collier de la Reine ($$$) A new, and very good restaurant addition to the Paris scene. The menu changes seasonally with a heavy focus on seafood. Highly recommend getting multiple dishes to share amongst the table and trying a few natural wines. Miyam ($) Great supermarket with a wide variety of fresh organic produce, cheese, meats, wine, all of which are very high quality. Pro tip: stop by here to grab all the necessities for a picnic at Tuileries Garden. Caviar Kaspia ($$$) My all time favorite restaurants in Paris. If you know me you know I die for caviar and Caviar Kaspia knows how to serve it. Everything from the ambience to the food is top notch here. It’s definitely the ultimate Paris fashion girl “it” spot so it’s great for people watching. HB tip: you must order the caviar baked potato it's to die for. Chez L’Ami Jean ($$$) Incredible bistro with delicious meat and seafood dishes with ingredients that are all sustainable. Recommend coming here for dinner one night. Make sure you make a reservation ahead of time @lamaisonducaviarWHAT TO SEE: Tuileries Garden — PRO TIP: Come here earlier in the morning and have a nice picnic with croissants, coffee and fruit. It gets really busy in the afternoon. Buly 1308 — This parisian beauty boutique is a must visit for all my skincare lovers. I love their natural beauty selection, they have a great selection of natural powders that have various skincare benefits which is really cool and unique to me. They have multiple stores around the world but none of them compare to the Paris one. If you’re looking for some self-care, book a massage at their massage room! Dries Van Noten — Highly recommend stopping by here for some shopping. They carry lots of unique pieces you won’t really find anywhere else. The Frankie Shop — If you know me you know I stan for The Frankie Shop in NYC’s Lower East Side but this is the ultimate store. I can’t walk out without at least one purchase. If you’re looking for a good oversized blazer Frankie Shop is the spot. Merci Market — Three story concept boutique with chic homegoods, art and fashion. Brendan and I have definitely snagged some cute finds for our house out east over the years. Belleyme — This cafe and sauna is my favorite wellness destination in Paris. They have private saunas you can rent and then a beauty store and cafe you can explore post sauna sweat. The cafe is so cute and has a variety of smoothies, infusions and coffee options. I usually get the CBD infusion or Golden Lucuma latte. Great way to start your morning! @thefrankieshopWHERE TO WORKOUT:I like to get in a sweat session wherever I can and the best thing about working out in different destinations are the unique studios and workouts. Here are my top studios I like to hit while in Paris. Dynamo Cycling Riise Yoga