As Paris slowly wakes and that unmistakable, sweetly caramelised scent of clarified butter drifts from the corner bakeries into the cool morning air, it's a feeling that never gets old.
Paris has a surprisingly strict set of unwritten social rules — and the city will teach them to you fast. Master a few key phrases and gestures, and suddenly that notoriously frosty Parisian waiter is smiling and happily warming your toddler's snack.
When you think of the French capital, most people picture endless queues, packed boulevards and a hopeless fight for a seat at an overpriced café. On our last visit, Lukáš and I discovered that Paris has a much quieter, more intimate side.
Discover all 15 real Emily in Paris filming locations in Paris — from Emily's apartment on Place de l'Estrapade to iconic cafés, Montmartre gems, and romantic bridges over the Seine. A complete guide with addresses, prices, and practical tips.
As the city wakes up, the scent of butter drifts from corner bakeries and you stroll past the first boutiques opening their doors with a hot coffee in hand — that's when it hits you. Paris shopping isn't about mindless bag-filling.