The City of Love.

Paris is rightly celebrated as the city of romance. From its charming cafés offering intimate tables to a language steeped in sensuality, the city exudes a chic yet passionate allure. It’s an undeniably beautiful setting to explore your desires.

Must-do experience: Immersive erotic theatre.

Book it on Sensuali: Parisian Shibari Salon with Marie Sauvage.

Did you know that? Paris is the city where the world’s first erotic film was made. In 1896, a French filmmaker named Georges Méliès created a groundbreaking short film called Le Coucher de la Mariee (The Bride’s Bed), often considered one of the first explorations of sensuality in cinema.

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Perfume-making workshops: A perfect Parisian sensory journey is crafting your own signature scent at one of the city's historic perfume ateliers such as Maison Molinard. Choose from base notes of musk, rose, or vanilla to bottle your essence of allure.

Burlesque cabaret: Keep it classic and pay a trip to the world famous Moulin Rouge. Otherwise check out Madame Arthur or Théâtre ChoChotte, where performers take classic French cabaret to daring new heights. These shows celebrate the art of sensuality with exquisite performances and champagne-filled evenings.

Erotic art: From Gustave Courbet's “L’Origine du Monde” at the Musée d’Orsay to avant-garde erotic exhibits at private galleries, Paris's historic erotic art scene is one you can't miss. Take it a step further and commission a working Parisian artist such as Armando Cabba or Gonza Banegas to create a personalised erotic portrait for you.

Erotic bookshops: The famed Shakespeare & Company may be a literary landmark, but La Musardine, is known by Parisians and the city's only erotic bookstore. With legendary Parisian erotic writers like Anaïs Nin, Marquis de Sade, and George Bataille, it would be rude not to pay this shop a visit.

Shibari Salon: Marie Sauvage is the Shibari IT girl across the world, and she just so happens to be based in Paris. You can book a private session but don't miss out on the most unique event: Marie's Shibari Salon. These evenings feature Shibari, live music and dancing, where white lace is worn and champagne is served alongside little pastries. In this historic intimate space, guests are welcome to stay after the show to connect and play with rope. You won't find a more sensual, or more Parisian evening across the city. 

Listen to Sensuali's Shibari podcast episode featuring Marie Sauvage.

Immersive erotic theatre: Sweet Paradise is a bar made up of two rooms. One, being 'dedicated to erotic shows and another, intended for having a drink and discovering objects of erotic curiosity'.  This is a unique experience that takes Paris's history of erotic performance one step further.

Moonlit Seine picnics: Few experiences are as romantic as a late-night picnic along the Seine. Pack some wine, cheese, and a baguette, and find a quiet spot where the city’s shimmering lights reflect on the water—a setting for sensual conversations and stolen kisses.

Play parties: Paris is home to a discreet but vibrant play party scene. Explore elegant soirées like Les Chandelles, where you will play in classic Parisian style. The intimate space is decked in red velvet and low lighting, gourmet chocolates are available on silver plates, and an elegant dress code is required. More modern/young parties include Rorshar and Mess.