Uncork your experience, literally, with a champagne toast at an intimate reception in the heart of the Saint-Germain neighborhood. Here, you’ll be welcomed by your retreat hosts and have time to make meaningful connections with the members of your small group. You’ll receive a Navigo Pass with ten pre-loaded metro trips and a detailed printed copy of your itinerary complete with journal prompts.

Dine in the heart of Ile Saint-Louis at Sorza. This charming restaurant features a warm ambiance, elegant decor, black lacquered tables Wilde would certainly fancy, as well as a dynamic menu offering a variety of dishes including specialties like risottos, pastas, and seafood.

Pass beneath the beautiful bridges of Paris and see the sights during a sunset river cruise on the Seine. Experience the magic of the moment when you pass by Notre Dame Cathedral and see the Eiffel Tower sparkle—all part of your intimate welcome reception!

Afternoon Tea at Café Antonia in the Bristol Hotel is everything you deserve. Choose your desired high-quality tea and luxuriate with a sophisticated selection of sweet and savory treats. Indulge in the refined ambiance of this unforgettable 5-star experience.

Capture the essence of an Oscar Wilde inspired photoshoot at a secret location complete with a champagne apéritif. You’ll see yourself though the sepia tones of photographic filters and go Wilde sporting iconic garments and props.

Savor a high-quality, flavor-filled lunch at Le Soufflé, a renowned restaurant specializing in soufflés filled with the freshest ingredients of the season. Here, you’re steps away from the Place Vendome with the Ritz Hotel, Place Madeleine with its stunning neo-classical church which resembles a Greek temple, and Place de la Concorde complete with fountains and the oldest monument in Paris—an Egyptian obelisk, approximately 3,300 year old.

Visit Oscar Wilde’s final resting place and explore the tranquil grounds of Père Lachaise Cemetery. You’ll discover a hauntingly beautiful blend of art and nature as dry leaves crunch beneath your feet. This peaceful place of remembrance is the perfect place to reflect on the meaning of your Wilde retreat with a morning pastry provided!

This cozy restaurant, centrally located in the Marais neighborhood, is known for its traditional French fare and its bistro atmosphere which is characterized by exposed stone walls and rustic wooden beams. A hearty dinner at Le Colimaçon awaits; this exceptional dining experience is sure to become a future favorite.  

Create a Wilde-themed flower arrangement in a private studio with an exceptional French floral designer. You’ll be mesmerized by the moment and will enjoy your bouquets for the duration of your retreat at your hotel. This event will rise to the top of your most memorable activities in Paris!

Walk with a local French, English-speaking guide to see Wilde’s haunts in Saint-Germain-des-Prés. You’ll stroll the streets of the sixth arrondissement pausing at famed cafés and significant sites from our texts—notably related to Wilde’s Women—before settling into a cocktail at the opulent, velvety, lounge in the hotel where Wilde lived and died.

Let your tastebuds go Wilde at a private wine tasting and cheese pairing event in the tasting room of a certified French sommelier. Learn how to properly taste the richness that French wines offer through a thoughtful selection of regional wines.

Immerse yourself in Wilde’s world by enjoying a cocktail apéritif before we dine together. The dark academia aesthetic of this lounge will leave you feeling relaxed as you relish in the charm of the French Empire vibes and velvet of the moody ambiance.

Listen to the sounds of the city with an evening of remarkable rhythms at a live jazz show. Connect with the music, embrace deep listening, and relax the way you’ve always wanted to in Paris.

Enjoy a delectable dining experience at Le Procope, the oldest café in Paris, established in 1686. Here is where Wilde, and significant literary figures across generations, convened to enjoy great meals and conversations. The elegant decor tells a story of the past at this charming restaurant tucked away in the courtyard of Cour Saint-André.

Bon appétit! What better place to have breakfast with book discussions? Here, you’ll enjoy a truly French formule as you experience the energy of a Paris morning on Ile Saint-Louis overlooking the beautiful flying buttresses of Notre Dame Cathedral. We’ll get into Dorian Gray and Wilde’s Women in casual conversation; you’re invited to share!

Visit the Musée d'Orsay at your leisure; entry includes access to the permanent collection as well as the magnificent current exhibit: “Sargent: The Paris Years (1874-1884).” Here you’ll see the work of John Singer Sargent, one of Wilde’s contemporaries who was indeed part of the same social and artistic circles in London and Paris. You'll also enjoy the aesthetic of this Left Bank museum which is housed in a former Beaux-Arts railway station built in 1900, the year Oscar Wilde died.

Help yourself to hand-prepared pasta, pizzas, and delicious truffle-infused dishes at this welcoming Italian hub in the seventeenth arrondissement. Don’t forget to save room for dessert. We recommend their tiramisu: scooped to order from a chilled dish!

Say “Bonjour” to your signature zipper tote! This Paris Inward staple will be sent to your residence as part of your Welcome Package along with your journal, reading materials, and your invitation to a virtual pre-departure meet-and-greet.

A beautiful hardback Clothbound Classics copy of Oscar Wilde’s novel, The Picture of Dorian Gray.

"The books that the world calls immoral are books that show the world its own shame." —Lord Henry to Dorian Gray

A copy of Eleanor Fitzsimons’ biography, Wilde’s Women. This exquisitely-researched text reframes Wilde's legacy through the women in his life with special attention to Wilde’s connection to Florence Balcombe, actress Lillie Langtry, and Dolly Wilde, his niece.

Receive a handpicked, stunning Paper Source journal. The soft leathery feel of the oxblood colored cover invites you to explore the carefully curated introspective prompts offered during your retreat. Complete with lined pages, its 9.5” x 7” size takes up little room in the Paris Inward signature tote you’ll also receive.