France

Paris

Grand boulevards, world-famous museums and café life on every corner.

Local time: UTC+1
Population: 2.1M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Very expensive

Food$$$$$About $64 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $208 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $11.2 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇪🇺 EUR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

CDGCharles de Gaulle AirportThe main airport, 25 km north-east.

How	Cost	Time
RER BGare du Nord, Châtelet, Saint-Michel	€14	35-45 min
Airport ticket includes onward Métro/RER for 2 hours.
Taxi (flat fare)Right Bank / Left Bank	€56 / €65	45-60 min
Fixed fares from official taxi ranks.
Uber / BoltCentral Paris	€40-60	45-60 min
Price changes with demand.
RoissybusOpéra	—	—
Reported discontinued in March 2026.

ORYOrly Airport13 km south; many European and French flights.

How	Cost	Time
Métro line 14Châtelet, Gare de Lyon, Saint-Lazare	€14	about 25-30 min
Direct line since 2024.
Orlyval + RER BChâtelet, Saint-Michel	€14	35-45 min
Taxi (flat fare)Left Bank / Right Bank	€36 / €45	25-40 min

Estimates, checked October 2026. Paris airport transfers compared 2026 · CDG to central Paris 2026 · Orly to city centre 2026

Getting around

Walk in the centre and use the Métro for longer hops.

Metro ★The Métro and RER cover the whole city. A single ticket is about €2.50; weekly Navigo passes are good value.
BusBuses use the same tickets. Slower than the Métro but scenic.
Taxi / ride appsMetered taxis with flat fares from the airports. Uber, Bolt and G7 apps work everywhere.
Rental carDriving and parking in Paris are hard. A car is only useful for day trips.
Walking ★Central Paris is compact and very walkable. Vélib' bikes are everywhere.
TrainRER C goes to Versailles; Disneyland is on RER A.

Recommended stay★ 3 nights (4 days)

Three nights covers the big sights, a market lunch and an evening on the Seine without rushing.

Best for

CultureThe Louvre, Notre-Dame and the old streets of Le Marais.
FoodMarkets, bakeries and long bistro lunches.
RomanceSeine walks, candlelit dinners and Montmartre at dusk.

Weather by month

7°2°Jan🌧 13d

10°2°Feb🌧 11d

12°4°Mar🌧 13d

16°6°Apr🌧 10d

19°9°May🌧 13d

23°14°Jun🌧 12d

26°15°Jul🌧 9d

25°15°Aug🌧 10d

22°12°Sep🌧 9d

17°9°Oct🌧 12d

11°5°Nov🌧 12d

9°4°Dec🌧 13d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Mild, changeable weather with rain in every month. Summers are warm, not hot; winters are cold and grey.

Best months: May to SeptemberHighs around 19–26°C. Long daylight and the best odds of dry, pleasant days.
Rain all yearAbout 9–13 rain days every month. Showers are often short; carry a small umbrella.
Cold wintersDecember to February highs of 7–10°C and lows near 2°C. Warm coat, scarf and layers.
Warm, not hot, summersJuly peaks near 26°C. Comfortable for walking, but book popular sights ahead in peak season.
Pack layersMornings and evenings are cooler than midday. A light jacket works most of the year.
Wear good shoesYou will walk a lot on cobbles and stone. Waterproof shoes help on wet days.

Landmarks 104

Must-see · 8

1
Eiffel Tower
The symbol of Paris. Book summit or 2nd-floor tickets online ahead; for photos go to Trocadéro, and see it sparkle for five minutes on the hour after dark.
2
Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum: Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory. Timed tickets are required; enter via the Carrousel entrance and give it at least half a day.
3
Notre-Dame de Paris
The Gothic cathedral reopened in December 2024 after the 2019 fire. Entry is free with a reservable time slot; the towers have a separate paid climb.
4
Arc de Triomphe
Napoleon's triumphal arch at the top of the Champs-Élysées. Climb to the roof for the 12 avenues radiating out; use the underground passage, never cross the roundabout.
5
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
White basilica on the hill of Montmartre with a free church and a panoramic view over Paris. Combine with the painters' square Place du Tertre.
6
Palace of Versailles
Louis XIV's palace with the Hall of Mirrors and huge gardens, 40 minutes from Paris by RER C. Closed Mondays; book a timed slot and arrive at opening.
7
Musée d'Orsay
Impressionist masterpieces (Monet, Van Gogh, Renoir) inside a former railway station. Smaller than the Louvre and doable in 2-3 hours; closed Mondays.
8
Champs-Élysées
The grand avenue from Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe, lined with flagship stores. Walk it once, ideally at night; cafés here are pricey.

Cultural

Tower 1

Museum 10

Palace 2

Gate 1

Christian 5

Urban Hub 9

Tomb 1

Modern History 3

University 10

Modern Architecture 4

Garden 3

Old Town 1

Park 2

Skyscraper 1

Historical Square 2

Bridge 2

Natural

River 1

Island 1

Activities

Filming Location 2

Painting 22

Cruise Tour 2

Amusement Park 4

Theater 6

Library 1

Football Stadium 2

Food 1

Artwork 4

Bookstore 1

Day trips from Paris

Chartres · 57 min by train

★★★★★ · Half day · 92 km from Paris

Best way: Direct regional trains take under an hour and the cathedral is a short walk from the station.

Direct regional trains from Paris Montparnasse to Chartres take about an hour, and the cathedral is a short walk from the station.

Train ★57 min · from €10
Car1 h 16 · taxi ≈ €120

What to see

Chartres Cathedral and stained glass
Old town and half-timbered houses
International Stained Glass Centre
Bishop's Palace museum

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Cathedral open daily; evening light shows in summer
Book ahead for summer weekends
Best in spring to autumn

Reims · 43 min by train

★★★★☆ · Full day · 144 km from Paris

Best way: Direct trains take about 43 minutes and the champagne houses are a short walk or taxi from the station.

Direct TGV or regional trains from Paris Gare de l'Est reach Reims in about 45-90 minutes; champagne houses are a short walk or taxi from the station.

Train ★43 min · from €15
Bus2 h 27 · from $13-$22
Car1 h 41 · taxi ≈ €190
Day tourFull day · from $392

What to see

Reims Cathedral
Champagne house tours and tastings
Palace of Tau
Saint-Remi Basilica

4 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Book champagne house tours ahead
Many houses closed on certain weekdays and holidays
Best in spring to autumn

Rouen · 1 h 13 by train

★★★★☆ · Full day · 132 km from Paris

Best way: Frequent direct trains take about 1h13 and the old town is a short walk from Rouen Rive Droite.

Frequent direct trains from Paris Saint-Lazare to Rouen Rive Droite take about 1h15-1h30, with the old town a short walk from the station.

Train ★1 h 13 · from €10
Bus2 h 26 · from $11-$20
Car1 h 44 · taxi ≈ €180

What to see

Rouen Cathedral
Old Market Square and Joan of Arc sites
Gros-Horloge clock tower
Museum of Fine Arts

Good to know

Cathedral and old town are walkable from the station
Some museums closed on Mondays
Best in late spring to early autumn

Fontainebleau · 40 min by train

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 69 km from Paris

Best way: Train to Fontainebleau-Avon takes about 40 minutes, then a local bus reaches the château and forest.

Take a train from Paris Gare de Lyon to Fontainebleau-Avon, then a local bus to the château and forest.

Train ★40 min · from $6-$9
Bus1 h 24 · from $2-$3
Car1 h 02 · taxi ≈ €90
Day tourFull day · from $94

What to see

Château de Fontainebleau
Formal gardens and canal
Forest of Fontainebleau walks
Town centre

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Château closed on Tuesdays
Forest best in spring and autumn
Check local bus times from the station

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Paris rewards slow days: museums in the morning, a long lunch, a walk along the Seine. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One packed day: the Louvre first thing, then the islands and the Latin Quarter on foot.

Stay: Louvre & Opéra. Closest to the Louvre, the Tuileries and big department stores. Best metro links for short trips.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 52
Taxis: ≈ EUR 52

Day 1

Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle and the Left Bank

Tickets ≈ EUR 52 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 709 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:00–12:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Book a timed slot and head for the most famous rooms first.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:15–13:00 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk out through the garden. Grab a sandwich nearby for lunch.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:00–14:45 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

About 20 minutes on foot across the river. Go when the sun is out for the stained glass.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 620 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

15:15–16:15 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

A short walk away. Expect queues; mornings are quieter.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11
5

18:30–19:30 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

Boats leave near the Eiffel Tower side. After dark is best, so book a later slot if you can.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9

Day trip · Food

A day built around markets, bakeries and a long lunch, with light sightseeing in between.

Stay: Le Marais. Central and walkable. Close to Notre-Dame, the Pompidou and good cheap food. Lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 83
Taxis: ≈ EUR 50

Day 1

Bakery start, Le Marais and a food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 83 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1033 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

08:30–09:00 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Croissant and coffee standing up, like locals do.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 695 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

09:30–11:30 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Wander the old streets. Many shops stay shut on Sunday morning.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

11:45–12:45 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only, roughly 07:30–13:30. Great for cheese and fruit.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9
4

14:00–17:00 · ≈ EUR 60–90 per person with tastings. Check on the day

Latin Quarter food walk

Latin Quarter walk, about 20 minutes away by metro. Book ahead; tours run late morning and early evening.

Open Tours usually run late morning and early evening
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ EUR 9
5

18:00–19:00 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Easy evening stroll. Plenty of bars for a final drink.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8

1 night · Culture

One packed day of Paris icons, grouped by area so you walk less and see more.

Stay: Louvre & Opéra. Closest to the Louvre, the Tuileries and big department stores. Best metro links for short trips.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 55
Taxis: ≈ EUR 52
Hotel: EUR 200–450

Day 1

Louvre, river and the Left Bank

Tickets ≈ EUR 55 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 709 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:00–12:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Enter at opening to beat the crowds.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:15–13:00 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk out of the Louvre into the garden. Grab a sandwich nearby.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 533 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Cross the river on the footbridge.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:30–17:30 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

About 20 minutes on foot along the river. Check opening on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11
5

19:00–20:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark the bridges are lit. Book a departure near the Louvre.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9

1 night · Food

Markets, bakeries and a food walk, with a little culture between meals.

Stay: Le Marais. Central and walkable. Close to Notre-Dame, the Pompidou and good cheap food. Lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 23
Taxis: ≈ EUR 48
Hotel: EUR 150–320

Day 1

Le Marais markets and old streets

Tickets ≈ EUR 23 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1033 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

08:30–09:00 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Start with a croissant and coffee where the locals queue.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

09:30–10:30 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only, so go early.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

11:00–13:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Wander and snack. Many shops close Sunday partly.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

14:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. The rooftop view is worth the lift.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
5

17:00–18:00 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Easy walk north for a drink by the water.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8

1 night · Romance

Sunset views, a river cruise and Montmartre at dusk.

Stay: Saint-Germain & Latin Quarter. Classic Paris feel by the river. Good for cafés, bookshops and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 27
Taxis: ≈ EUR 46
Hotel: EUR 180–400

Day 1

Left Bank charm, then Montmartre at dusk

Tickets ≈ EUR 27 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 46

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1024 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

10:00–11:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Quiet morning stroll. Chairs by the pond are free.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

11:30–13:00 · ≈ EUR 14 adult; garden cheaper. Check on the day

Musée Rodin Landmark quest

Closed Monday. The garden is lovely in sun.

Open Closed Monday · open around 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:30–15:15 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Go on a sunny afternoon for the stained glass.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 23 min · ≈ EUR 11
4

18:00–19:00 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Take the metro up. Sunset over the city.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
5

19:15–21:15 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Dinner in the small streets. Book ahead on weekends.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11

2 nights · Culture

First-timers who want the big sights plus old Paris streets, grouped by area to save walking.

Stay: Louvre & Opéra. Closest to the Louvre, the Tuileries and big department stores. Best metro links for short trips.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 94
Taxis: ≈ EUR 103
Hotel: EUR 400–900

Day 1

Louvre, gardens and the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 66 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 50

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 709 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:00–12:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Go straight to the most famous rooms in the first hour.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:15–13:00 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk out through the garden. Grab lunch nearby.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 476 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

13:30–14:30 · ≈ EUR 12.50 adult. Check on the day

Musée de l'Orangerie Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Small museum, big water-lily rooms.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 09:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

15:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 15 self-guided visit. Check on the day

Palais Garnier Landmark quest

Short walk up the avenue. Check show-day closures.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–17:00; closed on show days partly · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ EUR 9
5

19:00–20:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark is best. Book a departure near your dinner spot.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9

Day 2

Island churches, then Le Marais

Tickets ≈ EUR 28 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 54

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

08:30–09:30 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

First thing is quietest. Check opening on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 620 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

10:00–10:45 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot. Go when the sun is out for the windows.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 1428 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

11:30–13:30 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Lunch and wandering. Some shops close Sunday.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

14:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Check hours on the day.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

16:45–18:15 · Free

Père Lachaise Cemetery Landmark quest

Short metro ride east. Gates close earlier in winter.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–18:00; shorter in winter
Taxi back to your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ EUR 12

2 nights · Food

Eaters who want markets, bakeries and long lunches, with a few sights in between.

Stay: Le Marais. Central and walkable. Close to Notre-Dame, the Pompidou and good cheap food. Lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 127
Taxis: ≈ EUR 88
Hotel: EUR 300–640

Day 1

Bakery start, market and Marais

Tickets ≈ EUR 23 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1033 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

08:00–08:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Pastry and coffee standing at the counter.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

09:00–10:00 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only, so go early.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

10:30–12:30 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Falafel, cheese shops and old streets. Lunch here.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

14:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Rooftop view is worth the ticket.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
5

16:30–17:30 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Easy walk north. Cafés along the water.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 2

Latin Quarter food walk and Left Bank

Tickets ≈ EUR 104 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

10:30–13:30 · ≈ EUR 60–90 per person with tastings. Check on the day

Latin Quarter food walk

Late-morning tours are common. Book ahead and skip breakfast.

Open Tours usually run late morning and early evening
Taxi · 875 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

14:00–15:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Sit and digest. Chairs by the pond.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

15:15–17:15 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Late opening Thursday.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

17:45–18:30 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Short walk across the river. Check closing time.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8

2 nights · Romance

Couples: sunset views, a river cruise and Montmartre at dusk, with slow mornings.

Stay: Saint-Germain & Latin Quarter. Classic Paris feel by the river. Good for cafés, bookshops and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 95
Taxis: ≈ EUR 94
Hotel: EUR 360–800

Day 1

Left Bank art and a night on the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 66 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 52

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

10:00–11:30 · ≈ EUR 14 adult; garden cheaper. Check on the day

Musée Rodin Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Garden sculptures on a sunny morning.

Open Closed Monday · open around 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 1279 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:00–14:00 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Lunch in the museum café.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:30–15:30 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Stroll, then coffee.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ EUR 19 adult to the rooftop. Check on the day

Montparnasse Tower Landmark quest

Go up for sunset. Arrive a little early.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

21:00–22:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After-dark departure. Book ahead.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Montmartre and the Eiffel Tower

Tickets ≈ EUR 29 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 42

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Morning is calmer. Climb slowly.

Open Always open
2

12:15–13:15 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Then lunch nearby.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ EUR 13
3

17:30–18:00 · Free

Trocadéro viewpoint

Best view of the tower. Cross the river on foot.

Open Always open
Taxi · 974 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

18:30–20:30 · ≈ EUR 15–30 by lift to the top; stairs cheaper. Check the day's price

Eiffel Tower Landmark quest

Book a slot. Stay for the evening sparkle. Check times on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–23:00; longer in summer. Check on the day · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ EUR 10

3 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want the big sights plus old Paris streets, grouped by area to save walking.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 108
Taxis: ≈ EUR 91

Day 1

Arrive, Louvre and the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 52 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 24

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Book a timed slot. Enter near the pyramid.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

16:15–17:00 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk out of the Louvre straight into the garden.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 476 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

17:15–18:15 · ≈ EUR 12.50 adult. Check on the day

Musée de l'Orangerie Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Monet's water lilies in two oval rooms. Check last entry on the day.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 09:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

20:00–21:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark is best. Boats leave near the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00

Day 2

Island history and the Latin Quarter

Tickets ≈ EUR 34 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 32

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:30 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

Go first thing to beat the line. Check opening on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 620 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

10:00–10:45 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot. Go on a sunny morning for the stained glass.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 734 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

11:15–11:45 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Grab a sandwich and a pastry for lunch.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

13:30–14:30 · ≈ EUR 13 adult. Check on the day

Panthéon Landmark quest

Uphill walk through the Latin Quarter.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 909 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
5

15:00–16:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Sit by the fountain. Chairs are free.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season

Day 3

Le Marais and Pompidou

Tickets ≈ EUR 15 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 24

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–12:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Wander the old streets. Many shops close Sunday morning.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:15–13:15 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only. Good for picnic food.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Ride the escalator for the rooftop view.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:30–17:30 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Easy walk north along the water.

Open Always open

Day 4

Montmartre, then leave

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 10

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Quiet in the morning. Wear good shoes for the steps.

Open Always open
2

11:45–12:45 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Free to enter the basilica. The dome climb costs extra.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Last lunch before you head to the airport or station.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening

3 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters who want markets, bakeries and long lunches, with a few sights in between.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 158
Taxis: ≈ EUR 87

Day 1

Arrive, Marais markets and Pompidou

Tickets ≈ EUR 23 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 24

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Start with a baguette and coffee near your hotel.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 695 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

14:00–16:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Falafel and cheese shops on Rue des Rosiers. Some shops close Sunday.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

16:30–18:30 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Rooftop view is worth the ride up.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

19:00–20:00 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Evening walk, then dinner at a canal-side bistro.

Open Always open

Day 2

Latin Quarter food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 92 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 26

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:30–13:30 · ≈ EUR 60–90 per person with tastings. Check on the day

Latin Quarter food walk

Book ahead. Tours usually run late morning. Come hungry.

Open Tours usually run late morning and early evening
Taxi · 743 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

14:30–15:30 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

Short walk from the Latin Quarter. Check opening on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

16:00–17:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Rest your feet in the garden.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

20:30–21:30 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark. Buy tickets at the dock.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00

Day 3

Aligre market and the Louvre

Tickets ≈ EUR 34 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 26

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only. Best produce and cheese in the east.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ EUR 10
2

11:00–14:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Book a timed slot. Eat lunch in the area after.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:30–15:15 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk off lunch in the garden.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 476 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

15:30–16:30 · ≈ EUR 12.50 adult. Check on the day

Musée de l'Orangerie Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Small and quick. Check last entry on the day.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 09:00–18:00 · Source

Day 4

Montmartre and a last lunch

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 10

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:30–11:30 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Morning is calm. Stop for coffee and a croissant.

Open Always open
2

11:45–12:45 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Free entry. Views over the city.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

13:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Last pastry before you leave.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening

3 nights · Romance ★ Recommended length

Couples who want sunsets, river lights and slow evenings, with art in the mornings.

Stay: Saint-Germain & Latin Quarter. Classic Paris feel by the river. Good for cafés, bookshops and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 129
Taxis: ≈ EUR 151
Hotel: EUR 540–1,200

Day 1

Arrive, Orsay and the river at night

Tickets ≈ EUR 33 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 34

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

13:00–15:00 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Impressionist galleries upstairs.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 533 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

15:30–16:15 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Stroll toward the river.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

20:00–21:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark for the lit bridges. Book a small boat if you can.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Island morning, Montmartre sunset

Tickets ≈ EUR 13 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 38

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 780 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:30–10:15 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Go on a sunny morning for the glass.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 620 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

10:45–11:45 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

Check opening on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11
3

16:00–18:00 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Wander the lanes before sunset.

Open Always open
4

18:30–19:30 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Sunset over the city, then dinner nearby.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11

Day 3

Left Bank art and gardens

Tickets ≈ EUR 46 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

10:00–11:30 · ≈ EUR 14 adult; garden cheaper. Check on the day

Musée Rodin Landmark quest

Closed Monday. The garden is lovely on a sunny morning.

Open Closed Monday · open around 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:00–13:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Lunch nearby, then sit by the fountain.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 909 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:00–15:00 · ≈ EUR 13 adult. Check on the day

Panthéon Landmark quest

Short walk uphill.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ EUR 19 adult to the rooftop. Check on the day

Montparnasse Tower Landmark quest

Sunset from the top. Buy tickets on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 4

Eiffel Tower, then leave

Tickets ≈ EUR 37 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 39

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ EUR 11
1

09:00–09:30 · Free

Trocadéro viewpoint

Best photo spot of the tower. Quiet early.

Open Always open
Taxi · 974 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

09:45–11:45 · ≈ EUR 15–30 by lift to the top; stairs cheaper. Check the day's price

Eiffel Tower Landmark quest

Book a timed slot online. Check hours on the day.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–23:00; longer in summer. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ EUR 12
3

12:15–12:45 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Last lunch before you go.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8

4 nights · Culture

First-timers who want the big museums and old streets without rushing.

Stay: Louvre & Opéra. Closest to the Louvre, the Tuileries and big department stores. Best metro links for short trips.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 146
Taxis: ≈ EUR 178
Hotel: EUR 800–1,800

Day 1

Arrive, Louvre and Tuileries

Tickets ≈ EUR 34 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 709 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

13:00–16:00 · ≈ EUR 22 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Louvre Museum Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Book a timed slot and enter the first hour.

Open Closed Tuesday · open other days around 09:00–18:00, late Friday · Source
Taxi · 1088 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

16:15–17:00 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk out of the museum straight into the garden.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi · 476 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

17:15–18:15 · ≈ EUR 12.50 adult. Check on the day

Musée de l'Orangerie Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Small museum, quick visit.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 09:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

19:00–19:45 · Free to walk

Champs-Élysées Landmark quest

Evening stroll as the lights come on.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 2

Île de la Cité and the Latin Quarter

Tickets ≈ EUR 34 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 48

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

08:30–09:30 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

Go first thing to beat the queues.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 620 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

10:00–10:45 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Ten minutes on foot. Best on a sunny morning.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi · 734 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

11:15–11:45 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Quick lunch stop nearby.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

13:00–14:00 · ≈ EUR 13 adult. Check on the day

Panthéon Landmark quest

Uphill walk through the Latin Quarter.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 909 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
5

15:00–16:00 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Rest your legs in the gardens.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 3

Orsay, Rodin and Invalides

Tickets ≈ EUR 63 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 41

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 1119 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Arrive at opening.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 1279 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 14 adult; garden cheaper. Check on the day

Musée Rodin Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Garden is lovely in good weather.

Open Closed Monday · open around 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 363 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:30–16:30 · ≈ EUR 16 adult for the Army Museum and Napoleon's tomb. Check on the day

Les Invalides Landmark quest

Short walk along the boulevard.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–18:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

18:00–19:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

Board near the Eiffel Tower after dark for the best views.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9

Day 4

Montmartre, then Le Marais

Tickets ≈ EUR 15 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 49

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ EUR 9
1

09:00–11:00 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Quiet streets in the morning.

Open Always open
2

11:15–12:15 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Steps give a wide view over the city.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 11
3

14:00–16:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Lunch, then wander the old streets.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:30–18:30 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday. Open late most evenings.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10
5

19:00–20:30 · Free

Père Lachaise Cemetery Landmark quest

Closes around 18:00 in winter, so swap if needed.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–18:00; shorter in winter
Taxi back to your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ EUR 12

4 nights · Food

Travellers who plan the day around markets, bakeries and long lunches.

Stay: Le Marais. Central and walkable. Close to Notre-Dame, the Pompidou and good cheap food. Lively at night.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 139
Taxis: ≈ EUR 168
Hotel: EUR 600–1,280

Day 1

Arrive, Marais and a market

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 41

Taxi from your hotel · 1033 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

13:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Start with a croissant and coffee.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 695 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

14:00–16:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Shops partly closed Sunday.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

16:30–17:30 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Closed Monday. Mornings only, so check the day.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9
4

18:00–19:00 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Easy evening walk along the water.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 2

Latin Quarter food walk

Tickets ≈ EUR 92 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 47

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

11:00–14:00 · ≈ EUR 60–90 per person with tastings. Check on the day

Latin Quarter food walk

Book ahead. Tours usually run late morning.

Open Tours usually run late morning and early evening
Taxi · 743 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

15:00–16:00 · Free entry to the cathedral; towers may charge. Check on the day

Notre-Dame de Paris Landmark quest

Short walk from the tour end.

Open Daily, roughly 08:00–19:00. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

16:30–17:30 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Sit by the fountain with a snack.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
4

19:00–20:00 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

After dark is best.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 6 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ EUR 12

Day 3

Montmartre and a long lunch

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 38

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
1

10:00–12:00 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Small food shops and cafés.

Open Always open
2

12:15–13:15 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Then lunch nearby.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

14:00–14:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Afternoon pastry stop.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:00–16:45 · Free

Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

Walk it off in the garden.

Open Daily, roughly 07:00–21:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9

Day 4

Museums and Le Marais

Tickets ≈ EUR 31 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 42

Taxi from your hotel · 3 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ EUR 9
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Café inside is good for a break.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ EUR 9
2

13:00–15:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Lunch in the old streets.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 825 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

15:30–17:30 · ≈ EUR 15 adult. Check on the day

Centre Pompidou Landmark quest

Closed Tuesday.

Open Closed Tuesday · open around 11:00–21:00 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

18:00–19:00 · Free to browse; food priced per item

Marché d'Aligre

Mornings only; swap to a morning if you want the market.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sat mornings, roughly 07:30–13:30
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8

4 nights · Romance

Couples who want sunset views, river walks and quiet corners.

Stay: Saint-Germain & Latin Quarter. Classic Paris feel by the river. Good for cafés, bookshops and the Luxembourg Gardens.

Tickets & tours: ≈ EUR 132
Taxis: ≈ EUR 166
Hotel: EUR 720–1,600

Day 1

Arrive, Trocadéro and the river

Tickets ≈ EUR 46 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 37

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ EUR 11
1

16:00–16:30 · Free

Trocadéro viewpoint

Best view of the Eiffel Tower across the river.

Open Always open
Taxi · 974 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

16:45–18:45 · ≈ EUR 15–30 by lift to the top; stairs cheaper. Check the day's price

Eiffel Tower Landmark quest

Book ahead. Stay for the sparkle after dark.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–23:00; longer in summer. Check on the day · Source
Taxi · 1116 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

19:30–20:30 · ≈ EUR 15–20 for a one-hour cruise. Check on the day

Seine River Cruise Landmark quest

Evening cruise from near the tower.

Open Daily, frequent departures roughly 10:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ EUR 10

Day 2

Montmartre at dusk

Tickets ≈ EUR 8 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 30

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ EUR 11
1

15:00–17:00 · Free to wander

Montmartre Landmark quest

Quiet lanes and small squares.

Open Always open
2

17:30–18:30 · Free entry to the basilica; dome climb costs a few euros

Sacré-Cœur Basilica Landmark quest

Sunset over the city.

Open Daily, roughly 06:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ EUR 10
3

19:00–19:30 · ≈ EUR 5–10 for a croissant and coffee

Neighbourhood bakery breakfast

Grab a pastry before dinner.

Open Most bakeries open early morning to evening
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 3

Orsay and Saint-Germain

Tickets ≈ EUR 43 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 40

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
1

09:30–11:30 · ≈ EUR 16 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Musée d'Orsay Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Late Thursday is quieter.

Open Closed Monday · Tue–Sun around 09:30–18:00, late Thursday · Source
Taxi · 1279 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

12:00–13:30 · ≈ EUR 14 adult; garden cheaper. Check on the day

Musée Rodin Landmark quest

Closed Monday. Sculpture garden is peaceful.

Open Closed Monday · open around 10:00–18:30 · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8
3

14:30–15:30 · Free; small fee for the playground

Luxembourg Gardens Landmark quest

Sunny afternoon stroll.

Open Daily, roughly 07:30–21:00 depending on season
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:30–17:15 · ≈ EUR 13 adult; under 18 free. Check on the day

Sainte-Chapelle Landmark quest

Stained glass glows in late light.

Open Daily, roughly 09:00–19:00 in summer, shorter in winter · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 780 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ EUR 8

Day 4

Arc de Triomphe and Le Marais

Tickets ≈ EUR 35 pp · taxis ≈ EUR 59

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ EUR 11
1

10:00–11:00 · ≈ EUR 16 adult to the roof; under 18 free. Check on the day

Arc de Triomphe Landmark quest

Climb for the view down the avenue.

Open Daily, roughly 10:00–22:30 · Source
Taxi · 1373 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ EUR 8
2

11:15–12:00 · Free to walk

Champs-Élysées Landmark quest

Walk toward the centre.

Open Always open
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ EUR 12
3

13:00–15:00 · Free to wander

Le Marais Landmark quest

Lunch and a slow wander.

Open Always open; shops closed Sunday partly
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ EUR 8
4

16:00–17:00 · Free

Canal Saint-Martin walk

Quiet water-side walk.

Open Always open
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ EUR 12
5

19:00–20:00 · ≈ EUR 19 adult to the rooftop. Check on the day

Montparnasse Tower Landmark quest

Sunset from the tower.

Open Daily, roughly 09:30–22:30 · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ EUR 8

Swap in instead

Swap a city day for Versailles: take RER C, then walk the palace and gardens. Allow a full day.
Travelling with kids? Swap a museum morning for Disneyland on RER A. Book tickets ahead.
Want a slower day? Ride a Vélib' bike along the Seine and stop at a market for lunch.

Getting around

The Métro and RER cover the whole city; a single ticket is about €2.50 and weekly Navigo passes are good value.
Buses use the same tickets and are slower but scenic.
Taxis are metered with flat fares from the airports; Uber, Bolt and G7 apps work everywhere.
Driving and parking in Paris are hard; a car is only useful for day trips.
Central Paris is compact and very walkable; Vélib' bikes are everywhere.
RER C goes to Versailles; Disneyland is on RER A.

Where to stay

Le Marais · ≈ EUR 150–320 a night
Central and walkable. Close to Notre-Dame, the Pompidou and good cheap food. Lively at night.
Saint-Germain & Latin Quarter · ≈ EUR 180–400 a night
Classic Paris feel by the river. Good for cafés, bookshops and the Luxembourg Gardens.
Louvre & Opéra · ≈ EUR 200–450 a night
Closest to the Louvre, the Tuileries and big department stores. Best metro links for short trips.
Montmartre · ≈ EUR 110–260 a night
Quieter and often cheaper. Village feel around Sacré-Cœur, but longer rides to the centre.

Food & drink

Try a basic bistro lunch: many places do a fixed 'formule' of two or three courses for about €18–28.
Buy picnic food at a street market or bakery: baguette, cheese and fruit for under €10.
Order the plat du jour at lunch. It is usually cheaper than the same dish at dinner.
Tap water is free and safe. Ask for 'une carafe d'eau' instead of bottled water.
Book popular dinner spots a few days ahead. Many small places are closed one or two weekdays; check on the day.

Tips

Buy a carnet (multi-trip ticket book) or Navigo pass for metro and bus travel.
Most major museums are free the first Sunday of each month.
Lunch menus (formule midi) at sit-down restaurants offer 3 courses for 12–18€ — best value for fine dining.
Learn a few French phrases — even a simple 'Bonjour' and 'Merci' is greatly appreciated.
Pickpockets are active around the Eiffel Tower and Montmartre; use a money belt in crowds.

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Palace of Versailles

Skip the ticket line at the palace
A guide through the Hall of Mirrors and the royal apartments
2,606 reviews · 4.7 rating

Skip the lineGuided

Versailles: Palace of Versailles Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (2,606) · 1.5-2 hrs

$79View tour

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Eiffel Tower

Reserved elevator access to the 2nd floor or the summit
Views over the Seine and Trocadéro
7,775 reviews · 4.7 rating

Elevator access

Eiffel Tower Summit or 2nd Floor Reserved Access

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.7 (7,775) · 1-1.5 hrs

$66View tour

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Louvre Museum

Reserved entry, then the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and Winged Victory
Guide picks the route through the busiest wings
8,002 reviews · 4.6 rating

Skip the lineGuided

Mona Lisa & Louvre Masterpieces Tour with Reserved Access

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.6 (8,002) · 1-3.5 hrs

$71View tour

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Sainte-Chapelle

The 13th-century stained-glass chapel
Marie Antoinette's prison next door
10,814 reviews · 4.4 rating

Entry included

Sainte-Chapelle and Conciergerie Combined Tickets

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.4 (10,814) · 1 day

$28View tour

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Seine River Cruise

One-hour loop past Notre-Dame, the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay
Departs at the foot of the Eiffel Tower
91,996 reviews · 4.4 rating

Audio guide

Seine Cruise departing from the Eiffel Tower

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.4 (91,996) · 1 hour

$20View tour

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Disneyland Park

Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park
About 40 minutes from central Paris by RER A
60,044 reviews · 4.6 rating

Entry included

Disneyland Paris 1-Day Ticket (1 or 2 parks)

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.6 (60,044) · 1 day

$58View tour

Souvenirs

Maille Dijon Mustard

EUR 12–25100–200 g stoneware jar · estimate

Maille is a mustard maker that has sold its classic Dijon-style mustard in Paris for generations. The shop lets you refill jars and choose from seasonal flavors.

Where: Maille boutique, Place de la Madeleine

Liquids must go in checked luggage, so pack the jar well or buy it near your departure.

French Handmade Perfume

EUR 55–11030–50 ml bottle · estimate

Paris has a long perfume tradition, and these two brands are well-known local names. Their scents reflect the city's history as a center of fragrance.

Where: Fragonard Musée du Parfum or an official Nicolai store

Check whether the bottle is perfume or eau de cologne, since the strength and price differ.

Pierre Hermé Macarons

EUR 28–45Box of 8–12 · estimate

Pierre Hermé is a Paris pastry brand famous for its macarons. A box makes a classic edible souvenir from the city's café culture.

Where: Pierre Hermé Paris, including the Bonaparte shop

Buy them just before you leave, and check the cooling needs and best-by date.

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Eiffel Tower

Louvre Museum

Notre-Dame de Paris

Arc de Triomphe

Sacré-Cœur Basilica

Palace of Versailles

Musée d'Orsay

Champs-Élysées

Cultural

Tower 1

Museum 10

Palace 2

Gate 1

Christian 5

Urban Hub 9

Tomb 1

Modern History 3

University 10

Modern Architecture 4

Garden 3

Old Town 1

Park 2

Skyscraper 1

Historical Square 2

Bridge 2

Natural

River 1

Island 1

Activities

Filming Location 2

Painting 22

Cruise Tour 2

Amusement Park 4

Theater 6

Library 1

Football Stadium 2

Food 1

Artwork 4

Bookstore 1

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Le Marais Landmark quest

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Latin Quarter food walk

Canal Saint-Martin walk

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Tuileries Garden Landmark quest

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