Arrive at CDG or Orly and take public transport (RER B to central Paris) or Roissy/OrlyBus for cheaper fares; buy a monthly Navigo pass if staying the month (best value, Zone 1–5).
EUR50-60 (taxi) or EUR12-20 (train/bus) or EUR86.10 (Navigo monthly, approximate), 1h30m.
Check into a budget hotel or hostel in 10th/11th, Latin Quarter or near Gare du Nord for cheap transport links; examples: Generator Paris (hostel), Hôtel Ibis Budget La Villette, or small private hotels in the Latin Quarter.
EUR45-90 per night (budget private room average), 1h.
Walk around Île de la Cité to see the exterior of Notre-Dame (still under restoration as of 2025) and visit Sainte-Chapelle for its stained glass; Sainte-Chapelle typical hours 9:00am–7:00pm (check current times).
Visit the Louvre (opens 9:00am, typically closed Tuesdays) to see the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory and major collections — book timed tickets in advance to skip lines.
Relax in the Tuileries, then visit Musée de l'Orangerie (Monet Water Lilies) — opens 9:00/9:30am, check seasonal times; compact museum so good for a short visit.
Take an early Seine cruise (departures mid-morning to evening) to see Paris’ monuments from the river; typical cruises run 10:30am–10:30pm depending on operator.
Visit the Eiffel Tower — ticketed lift times vary; summit tickets often available from 9:00am to late evening; book in advance for best prices and times.
Climb to Sacré-Cœur for views and visit the artist squares around Place du Tertre; Sacré-Cœur is open early (around 6:00am) until late (10:30pm), with Masses typically on Sundays—confirm parish times.
Explore Musée Carnavalet (history of Paris, often free) and then walk the Jewish quarter and boutique streets; opening times vary, typically 10:00am–6:00pm.
Take RER A eastbound to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy (approx 40–50 minutes); if you have the Navigo 1–5 monthly pass it should cover this zone (double-check your pass).
EUR7.60 single (if not covered) or included in Navigo, 1h.
Spend the afternoon/evening exploring Disney Village (shops, entertainment and restaurants). Disney Village is open most days from around 10:00am–late depending on events; admission to the Village is free.
Enter Disneyland Park at opening (usually 9:00am; hours vary seasonally — check the official calendar) and prioritise popular rides with early morning lines.
EUR70-90 (1-day ticket, dynamic pricing), all day.
Use your second full Disneyland Park day to revisit favourite rides, explore attractions missed on day 1, and queue for character meet-and-greets (if desired).
EUR0 (ticket from previous day or multi-day ticket required), All day.
Return to Walt Disney Studios to finish attractions you missed, or use this as a downtime day to revisit favourite areas of Disneyland Park or the Disney Village.
Use this extra day to tackle rides with long queues you missed earlier and enjoy slower-paced attractions you loved—park hours vary, check the calendar.
Either return to Paris this evening or stay one more night near Disneyland if you prefer a slower return — RER A service runs into evening, but confirm times.
Choose Giverny to see Monet’s gardens (train + shuttle, check schedules; gardens open typically 9:30am–6:00pm) or Fontainebleau for the château and forest rock climbing.
EUR40-55 (train + entry) depending on choice, All day.
Attend a Catholic Mass in the Latin Quarter; typical Sunday main Masses are around 10:30–11:30am and evenings around 6:00pm — check parish websites for exact times and any language options.
Visit the Pantheon (check opening hours, typically 10:00am–6:00pm) and spend a relaxed afternoon in Luxembourg Gardens—both are must-dos and good value for cultural visits.
Take a day trip: Chartres for its cathedral and medieval streets (train ~1h) or Reims for Champagne houses and the cathedral; opening times vary by site.