Morning: Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport and take a taxi or train to your hotel in the 1st arrondissement. Settle in, freshen up, and enjoy a quick coffee at a nearby café.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk along the Seine River, admiring iconic bridges such as Pont Alexandre III. Stop at the bookstalls on the quay for souvenirs and a glimpse of Parisian life.
Evening: Dine at a traditional bistro in the Latin Quarter, then enjoy a gentle Seine River Cruise to see the city lights sparkling over landmarks like the Eiffel Tower.
Find HotelsMorning: Head to the Eiffel Tower early to beat the crowds; ascend to the summit for panoramic views of Paris.
Afternoon: Visit the world‑famous Louvre Museum, focusing on the Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Egyptian antiquities.
Evening: Stroll through the Champs‑Élysées, shop or window‑shop, and end the night at the illuminated Arc de Triomphe, climbing to its rooftop for a night‑time panorama.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the Musée d'Orsay, home to an extensive collection of Impressionist masterpieces.
Afternoon: Walk to the Île de la Cité to see the stunning stained‑glass windows of Sainte‑Chapelle and the historic façade of Notre‑Dame Cathedral (exterior).
Evening: Enjoy dinner in the lively Marais district, then wander through its narrow streets for a taste of Parisian nightlife.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a short RER ride to the Palace of Versailles; tour the Hall of Mirrors, the Royal Apartments, and the sprawling gardens.
Afternoon: Return to central Paris and relax in the Luxembourg Gardens, perhaps renting a small boat for the pond.
Evening: Head up to the bohemian neighborhood of Montmartre; visit the steps of the Sacré‑Cœur Basilica for a sunset view over the city.
Find HotelsMorning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at a patisserie, then take a final stroll along the Seine to soak in the atmosphere.
Afternoon: Check out of the hotel, store luggage at the concierge, and visit any last‑minute shops for souvenirs.
Evening: Transfer to the airport for your departure, carrying wonderful memories of Paris.
Find HotelsTo extend the trip, add a day for a day‑trip to the Champagne region or visit the nearby city of Lyon by high‑speed train. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 3 and Day 4 by visiting the Musée d'Orsay and the Seine’s left‑bank attractions in a single day, and replace Versailles with a quicker visit to the nearby Palace of Fontainebleau or simply enjoy more time in the city’s parks and cafés.