Part of Paris First Visit Essentials
Seine Sunset Walk
About This Place
A sunset walk along the Seine ties the entire day together. The riverbanks between Pont Neuf and Pont Alexandre III offer continuously changing views — bridges, monuments, passing boats, and the Eiffel Tower in the distance. As the sky shifts through gold and pink, the city takes on its most romantic character.
Where It Is
Banks of the Seine - Paris, France
Things to Know
- Tips for this place
- Pont des Arts is a good starting point — the view toward Notre-Dame in one direction and the Louvre in the other is stunning.
- Start the walk about 45 minutes before sunset. By the time you reach Pont Alexandre III, the light will be at its peak.
How to Capture It
- Capture tips
- The Eiffel Tower framed between the arches of Pont Alexandre III is a classic composition. A longer lens compresses the bridge and tower beautifully. The sparkle show on the Eiffel Tower begins on the hour after dark — time your walk to catch it.
Message from the creator
Emma
Walk on the lower quays if they are open — you are right at water level and it feels like the city is wrapping around you. This is my favourite hour in Paris. Every single time.
Seine Sunset Walk
A sunset walk along the Seine ties the entire day together. The riverbanks between Pont Neuf and Pont Alexandre III offer continuously changing views — bridges, monuments, passing boats, and the Eiffel Tower in the distance. As the sky shifts through gold and pink, the city takes on its most romantic character.