Get to Know Paris Through “Emily in Paris” Eyes: A Location Guide

Lily Collins in "Emily in Paris"

While watching Netflix’s Emily in Paris we couldn’t help but marvel at the city of love. The series starring Lily Collins, shows off all the stunning streets and picturesque buildings in the France capital showing us the iconic landmarks and lesser-known locations. Here are just a few of the locations that were featured in the show and that you should check out while in Paris.

Palais Garnier

The 19th-century opera house where Emily sees Swan Lake is one of Paris’ heritage sites and it’s located outside of Gaillon.

Pont Alexandre III

One of the many famous bridges in Paris, which was built between 1896 and 1900, was where Savoir’s latest perfume advert was filmed in the show. The bridge leads to the Champs-Élysées quarter and is watched over by four gilt-bronze statues of Greek god Fames. It’s also featured in Midnight in Paris, Me Before You, and A View to a Kill.

Trocadéro

Located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, the Trocadéro gives visitors a gorgeous view of the Eiffel Tower from across the Seine.

Le Grand Véfour

Emily isn’t successful in booking a table at the Michelin star restaurant which opened in Palais-Royal arcades in 1784. The restaurant is run by French chef Guy Martin and owned by the Tattinger Group.

Musée des Arts Forains

Emily attends a party at this private funfair museum found in Pavillons de Bercy, in the 12th arrondissement of Paris. Created in 1996 by Jean Paul Favand, the museum has objects from the 19th-20th century including restored attractions, amusement rids, merry-go-rounds, and carousels.