Birds singing, tree leaves susurrating, and a guitarist playing the Romance Anonimo and the Asturia, while you drink your afternoon coffee. Sounds like a dream? Nope, just a typical Sunday in Montmartre. Which is something you should really add to your bucket list!
Montmartre is fantastic because of the diversity of elements there. The majestic Basilic on the top, la Place du Tertre in the middle with all the painters and portrait artists, and at the bottom, The Moulin Rouge, one of the most famous cabarets in the world.
Montmartre will always hold a special place in my heart, as it’s the place where A & I first experienced Parisian life as locals a few years ago, and where we promised each other that one day we will leave in Paris. So before leaving for summer, spending a day in Montmartre was mandatory.
After a long walk around Sacre Cœur and Place du Tetre, we stopped for a coffee at rue Gabrielle, where we lived some unexpected magical moments. A guitarist sitting at the stairs across the street, was playing some of the most amazing guitar solos. Add the song of the birds and the susurrate of tree leaves, and you’re just about in heaven. Later we had dinner at our favorite restaurant in the area, La Taverne de Montmartre. They have the best fondue and raclette and the service is also very friendly and accommodating. For desert, we had crêpes at Bouchon, that we enjoyed on our way back home after this wonderful Sunday in Montmartre.
Have you ever been to Montmartre and have a favorite go-to place? Do tell us in the comments below! 🙂
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Oh Stella, you look absolutely beautiful in this casual Sunday look. I’m also loving the story behind gorgeous Montmartre! What a dream to spend a day like that!
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Thanks so much my dear Jenny! Yes spending a day in Montmartre is absolutely dreamy! xo
You look great! I like the coat and I need some golden slippers :-*
Melanie / http://www.goldzeitblog.de
These are very comfortable, cushioned and only 19€ 😉
No. I never went to Montmartre. I have a friend whom has a base in Ivry-Sur-Seine when not doctoring in Africa. So I must go there.
A beautiful film, my favorite, is, ‘Before Sunset.’ Filmed in Paris and staring the beautiful Julie Delpy & Eathan Hawke. All of their films are lovely.
We have had more rain in the last two days than we should get in two months!
Have a wonderful weekend my Dear.
Jo xxx
What a great idea Jo, you really make me pause everything and watch the whole trilogy! Really lovely films! Wishing you a great start tot he week! xoxo
What a beautiful place to be! I can just imagine sitting outside the cafe listening to the guitarist strike a tune. Ahhh, what a beautiful moment! Adding Montmartre to my bucket list for sure :). Have a lovely day hun! xo~ Lena
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It was indeed magical 🙂
My absolutely favourite part of Montmartre is that art market near Sacré Cœur. I wish I had a space there to sit and paint all day long.
Oh yes, Place du Tetre <3 So beautiful!
Montmartre is such a gorgeous city filled with beautiful architecture. And it’s so romantic that you and your husband first experience Parisian life there. I feel like you were always meant to live in Paris. I hope to one day visit Paris and experience beautiful places like Montmartre. Thanks for sharing with us.
xo, Jackie
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I always feel like my heart smiles when I am told that I was meant to live in Paris Jackie, thank you so much! I hope you visit too one day soon! xo
I’ve never been to Montmartre or anywhere in France but I would love to visit one day! 🙂
You made your day there sound so magical, what a beautiful place it is. You got some great photos of it too.
Really like your accessories with your casual outfit – the bag and the metallic shoes dress it up so nicely 🙂
Hope you are having a lovely weekend 🙂
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I am sure you would love it Mica, Montmartre is even more magical than it sounds here 🙂 So glad you enjoyed my post! x
The photos of YOU and of Montmartre are just amazing. I also love walking around in this area; the view over the rest of Paris is simply breathtaking. At the bottom end is Maison Souquet, a red velvet lounge/bar with lovely chandeliers and KILLER cocktails. It used to be a famous brothel, but is now a very romantic hotel and bar. It is one of my favourite quiet places to have a perfect cocktail. xx
That sounds so cool! I’ve never been to that one, maybe next time we meet there? You got me at chandeliers and killer cocktails! 😉
I’ve never been to Montmartre, but your pictures look gorgeous! I’m loving your chic outfit too, by the way!
-Helen
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Thank you Helen!
Oh it sounds like such a gorgeous little city! I will definitely add it to my must visit list, for when I finally do make it to Paris (one day soon, hopefully!) Your outfit is perfect for a lovely, casual Sunday!
x Emily
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I hope you come visit one day soon Emily! 😉
Totally in love with your look and your shoes !! OMG !!!!
This place is so magical. I hope to come back to Paris this Summer !!
xoxo
Marie
I hope you come back too 🙂
Montmartre is really a fabulous area! Also, love the slippers xx
Diane
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Thanks Diane!