Morning: Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport and take a quick taxi to your hotel in the 7th arrondissement. After settling in, enjoy a leisurely stroll along the Seine, soaking in the iconic Parisian atmosphere.
Afternoon: Head to the Eiffel Tower for a panoramic view of the city; consider taking the elevator to the summit for the best vistas. Afterwards, relax in the nearby Champ de Mars park, perfect for a picnic or people‑watching.
Evening: Embark on a Seine River Cruise to see illuminated landmarks like Notre‑Dame and the Louvre. Conclude the night with dinner at a classic bistro in the Latin Quarter.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the world‑renowned Louvre Museum, focusing on the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory, and the Egyptian antiquities. Grab a quick café au lait at a nearby café.
Afternoon: Walk to the historic Notre‑Dame Cathedral (currently under restoration, exterior still awe‑inspiring) and then visit the stunning Sainte‑Chapelle with its dazzling stained‑glass windows.
Evening: Wander through the charming streets of the Marais district, stopping at a wine bar for a glass of Bordeaux and sampling local cheeses.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Musée d'Orsay, housed in a former railway station, to admire Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, and Renoir.
Afternoon: Take the Metro to Montmartre; explore the artistic legacy of the neighborhood and climb up to the white dome of Sacré‑Cœur for sweeping city views.
Evening: Enjoy a cabaret show at the historic Moulin Rouge or a more intimate jazz session at a local club in Saint‑Germain.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to the opulent Palace of Versailles and tour the Hall of Mirrors, the Royal Apartments, and the expansive gardens.
Afternoon: Return to Paris for some last‑minute shopping on the Champs‑Élysées or relax in the Luxembourg Gardens with a good book.
Evening: Pack up, enjoy a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant with a view of the Eiffel Tower glittering at night, then head to the airport for your departure.
Find HotelsTo extend your trip, add a day for the nearby Champagne region with a vineyard tour, or explore the lesser‑known canals of the 19th arrondissement. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip the evening cabaret and focus on the main museums; Paris’s efficient metro system makes it easy to condense attractions into fewer days.