You’re ready to pop the 4-word question and smartly decide to propose in Paris with the Eiffel Tower as your backdrop. Yet, it can be a little nerve-wracking to plan a romantic surprise proposal in a foreign country.

Amazing Eiffel Tower proposal at Trocadero
Stunning Eiffel Tower proposal at Trocadero around sunrise with eye-catching fireworks fountains creating the perfect ambiance to celebrate such a special moment.

If you’re like the rest of us, you still have questions about unique Eiffel Tower proposal ideas, the best spots, choosing the right proposal package, and whether to enlist a planner.

We encourage you first to check out the most common questions we get below.

Can you propose on the Eiffel Tower?

How much does an Eiffel Tower proposal cost?

Should I hire a Paris proposal planner?

Where are the prettiest Eiffel Tower proposal places?

Is it cliche to propose in Paris at the Eiffel Tower?

What’s the perfect time of the day to propose in Paris (sunrise vs. evening)?

Why do people propose in Paris?

Where are the most charming places to propose in Paris with Eiffel Tower views?

Perfect Eiffel Tower Proposal Spots

The engagement setting impacts privacy, timeline management, control over weather contingencies, and other experience-related elements.

Critically, the environment (and ambiance) you create will affect your partner’s five senses and how she’ll remember getting engaged.

It helps to differentiate between:

  • Public proposals at the Eiffel Tower (free of charge and widely accessible to anyone); and
  • Private Eiffel Tower settings (you pay a premium in return for exclusivity and privacy).

Residential rooftops, commercial hotel terraces, private balconies, and yachts—are not always prettier than their public alternative. Yet, expect major benefits when you privatize a space.

I was unsure how to best surprise my soon-to-be fiancée while visiting Paris. I discovered Chantelle from Kiss Me in Paris with only days left to nail down the creative details. Oh, WOW, did she deliver! Our engagement was magical, surreal, and even better than we imagined. Now married, we regularly reminisce about Paris and how important Chantelle was in making our dreams come true. I cannot recommend her and the company enough..

Jonathan McNabb

Private Eiffel Tower engagements (exclusive commercial rooftops & terraces)

Where to propose in Paris: The Shangri La Paris private rooftop

Shangri-La Eiffel Tower Proposal

Look no further if you want divine privacy and some of Paris’s most spectacular Eiffel Tower views. An experienced planner is highly recommended.

Winter-white Peninsula Hotel Paris Proposal

The Secret Table Paris Proposal

One of the premier private Eiffel Tower rooftops in Paris, the Secret Table makes it easy to personalize a fairytale proposal setting. An experienced local planner is highly recommended.

best private rooftops in Paris for marriage proposals

Marignan Champs-Elysées

Another centrally located 5-star Parisian hotel rooftop terrace with breathtaking Eiffel Tower views. Ask your party planner to embellish the setting for you. Then, have a sleek private butler serve your first Champagne as newly engaged.

Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris Marriage Proposal

George V Four Seasons

When you’re after the most exclusive rooftop in Paris with the Iron Lady as the backdrop, then the “Penthouse” at the George V should be at the top of your shortlist. An experienced event planner is almost obligatory.


Famous public Eiffel Tower locations

Famous Eiffel Tower proposal location in Paris

The Trocadero Surprise Proposal

The most iconic and instantly recognizable public Eiffel Tower proposal spot. While you should expect spectacular views for your big moment, we only recommend Trocadero around sunrise unless you enjoy curious onlookers. Not necessarily romantic. Show up by sunrise to avoid crowds, vendors, and other photoshoots. Note: the central plaza and the right flank of the platform are currently under construction.

Famous Eiffel Tower marriage proposal spot along the River Seine

The Seine River Eiffel Tower Proposal

More private than Trocadero, the River Seine is as close to the Eiffel Tower as you can propose. The approach to getting to the perfect spot can be challenging in high heels. This setting benefits from embellishment and works most of the day except when the nearby wall casts a shadow on your proposal spot while the sun exposes the Iron Lady.

Best Eiffel Tower marriage proposal spots Bir-Hakeim Bridge

Pont de Bir-Hakeim Bridge Proposal

A rain alternative to Trocadero, Pont de Bir-Hakeim works thanks to its distinctive architecture and prominent Eiffel Tower view. Whether you propose under the bridge or on an adjacent peninsula, sunrise works a little better than evening. The bridge is neither particularly romantic nor private since pedestrians share the lower level with motor vehicles.

Unexpected places to propose in Paris: Alexander III Bridge

Alexander III Surprise Proposal

Among the most elegant and beautiful bridges in Paris, Alexander III offers more subtle views of the Iron Lady—photographs well most of the day. However, for enhanced privacy, propose at sunrise or Midnight in Paris.


Unexpected places to propose in Paris with Eiffel Tower view (private)

Romantic Paris Scavenger Hunt Proposal with private yacht Eiffel Tower view

Private Yacht Eiffel Tower Engagement

Are you after a mind-blowing, unique, and drop-dead gorgeous Eiffel Tower engagement—and have a healthy proposal budget? Then a private yacht on the Seine River is the ultimate romantic setting. It’s impossible to pull this proposal concept off without a top-notch planner and, ideally, an experienced Eiffel Tower proposal photographer.


Little-known residential Parisian rooftop proposal spots

Private Paris rooftop proposal with Paris proposal planner Chant

Eiffel Tower private Copernic rooftop proposal (residential)

Pinned countless times, this Kiss Me in Paris exclusive rooftop dazzles with breathtaking Eiffel Tower views and endless opportunities to embellish and delight.

Luxury paris proposal ideas

Champs-Élysées private terrace proposal (residential)

This remarkable Kiss Me in Paris exclusive rooftop offers vast views of the iron lady, Arc de Triomphe, and even Montmartre. It’s well-suited to host numerous vendors and even your family, thanks to its large size.

Eiffel Tower Rooftop Proposal with Marry Me letters

We’d be delighted to customize an Eiffel Tower Proposal with romantic touches for you.

Romantic Eiffel Tower proposal packages.

Memorable ways to propose in Paris

What truly sets us apart is that we obsess about your experience, so you don’t have to. Expect exceptional attention to detail with clear, responsive communication in English. Your expectations should be sky-high when you work with us. If you can imagine it, we can typically make it happen!

I’ve worked with many professional photographers over the years, and Cengiz is definitely the #1 in Paris! Cengiz, you managed to memorialize our client’s amazing wedding proposal—I cannot wait to work with you over and over again.

Soraya Zidoun, Luxury Bespoke Concierge

How much does a Paris proposal planner cost?

What Eiffel Tower proposal packages do you offer?

Where can I propose privately in Paris?

Shangri-La Paris proposal with luxury decor

Bespoke Eiffel Tower proposals

Full service, white-glove, red carpet package. Expect a ridiculously magical experience personalized to your loved one and the unique relationship you share. A senior Paris planner will be there for you every step of the way … from initial idea generation and the sourcing of core vendors to flawless “day-of” execution. Best-suited for the discerning client who wishes to work with a local expert to design and implement a unique Paris proposal concept. Uncompromising VIP service for those who want it all and don’t typically settle for anything but the best.

Done for You Paris proposal with giant Marry Me Letters

Time-tested, classic Paris proposals packages

Proven and time-tested, relatively budget-friendly marriage proposal packages. Rest assured that of our done-for-you ideas will be stunningly beautiful, romantic, and upscale while allowing for limited customization or upgrades. Best suited for people looking for tried and true romantic proposal ideas they can walk right into.

Eiffel Tower proposal Trocadero with violinist

Paris proposal ideas & concept development

Perhaps you prefer to hire your vendor team and coordinate everything independently from a distance. Or maybe an expert proposal planner does not neatly fit into your budget. Still, you desire ideas that will make your partner deeply fall in love with the Paris engagement forever. In that case, we’ve seen and done it all and will assist you in developing a fantastic concept that works. Best suited for people looking for unique and personalized ideas. They can choose to implement the Paris proposal concept independently or ask us to do so.

Romantic Paris proposal ideas plan a picnic near the Eiffel Towe

Props, décor, and floral design

We have the ideal solution when you want to embellish your proposal setting or hotel suite. Commonly requested services include gorgeous floral designs, oversized Marry Me Letters, hotel suite surprise decoration, private dining or a Champagne table along the Seine, engraved love locks, personalized macarons, and much more. Best suited when you want to rent or purchase luxury decor, adorable floral designs, or accessories to enhance your proposal setting, hotel suite, etc.

When should you hire an experienced and well-connected Paris proposal planner?

Whether to hire a Parisian planner depends on the time you want to commit to the planning process and your budget. Pulling off a destination engagement in the City of Love takes time, effort, and a good understanding of Paris. If you can afford to enlist a local expert who will take the time to understand your vision and ensure that everything goes smoothly, then don’t think twice. Expect to save loads of time and end up with a better experience.

Suppose you intend to make a straightforward public surprise proposal, such as at Trocadero. In that case, you likely don’t need a planner.

Or, perhaps you’re working on a tight proposal budget. Then you probably can’t afford a planner and should invest in an experienced Eiffel Tower proposal photographer who’ll assist you with the basics.

Or maybe you’re incredibly resourceful and don’t mind researching and negotiating with French vendors from thousands of miles away and across time zones. Then, we encourage you to bookmark our complete guide on How to Propose in Paris so you can turn to it again and again.

Book vintage Rolls-Royce for your Paris proposal
Want a vintage Rolls-Royce for your French castle engagement? Well, a resourceful planner will make it happen.

A seasoned marriage proposal planner will help with anything from simple to extraordinary and anything in between. Her job is to listen, inspire you with personalized ideas, organize, and execute. This allows you to shift your focus on what truly matters—enjoying unforgettable moments with your sweetheart in the City of Love.

Frequently requested services include:

  • Identifying the perfect Eiffel Tower proposal location (i.e., exclusive hotel rooftop, private Seine River yacht, or a charming French château);
  • hiring orchestra-level musicians to play your partner’s favorite songs;
  • Imagine and implement dazzling floral designs;
  • Reserve fine dining for the newly engaged;
  • Hotel suite surprise decoration;
  • Eye-catching fireworks;
  • Ensuring professional proposal photos and video;
Surprise your sweetheart with a sea of red roses in your hotel suite.
Surprise your sweetheart with a sea of red roses in your hotel suite, which we can set up while you are out and about getting engaged.

When you work with a premier Paris-based planner, expect her to

  • inspire you with utterly romantic and unique proposal ideas;
  • Save you time and costly missteps by assembling the most professional English-speaking local vendor team;
  • Develop a crystal clear timeline so you and your vendors are always on the same page;
  • streamline things with a single point of contact, resulting in efficient communication and timeline modifications;
  • Make you look like a Rockstar by executing your game plan to perfection.

In summary, you’ll enjoy soothing peace of mind knowing that every detail is covered. You can focus on the only thing that matters—showing your partner undivided attention and love.

How to propose in Paris: Eiffel Tower Marriage Proposal

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— Ondee
Romantic Eiffel Tower proposal photos

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