Trip to Paris Itinerary

  • Day 1: The Louvre and Eiffel Tower
    Afternoon visit (1 mile and 15 minutes apart)

    Start the trip off at one of the world's most famous museums, The Louvre, and see famous pieces such as the Mona Lisa. Then, take a walk to the Eiffel Tower and experience an impressive panoramic view of the city.

  • Day 2: Arc de triomphe, Champs Élysées, and Jewish Quarter
    Full Day Visit (2 miles and 40 minutes apart)

    Start the day off at the one of the most iconic landmarks, the Arc de triomphe. Walk the picturesque Champs Élysées and enjoy the luxurious shops and restaurants. Then take a trip to the Jewish Quarter and explore the various shops and eat at the famous Famous Falafel place kosher or Ernest Burger kosher.

  • Day 3: Notre Dame and Montmartre
    Half Day visit (3 miles and 30 minutes apart)

    Visit the famous Notre Dame cathedral and then head to Montmartre to experience a beautiful view of Paris.

  • Day 4: Palace de Versailles or Garden and Pont de l'Archevêque
    Full Day visit (20 miles and 1 hour apart)

    Take a full day trip to the stunning Palace de Versailles or see the various supplies flowers and landscapes at the Garden. Head into Paris to experience the famous Pont de l'Archeveche, also known as the bridge with locks of hope.

  • Day 5: Shopping and food in Rue de Saint Honoré
    Half-day visit (1.5 miles and 20 minutes apart)

    End the trip with some shopping at the famous French fashion boutiques, such as Hermes Celine Chanel Maje Sandro Goyard Dior. Also, have a meal at one of the great restaurants on Rue de Saint Honoré, such as l'avenue, Girafe, Costas, Lou Lou, Pink Momma, Balagan, Cesar, Cafe de Paris, or Gigi Restaurant.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • The Louvre (2-3 hours, 12 euro)
  • Eiffel Tower (2-3 hours, 25 euro)
  • Arc de triomphe (1-2 hours, 12 euro)
  • Champs Élysées (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Jewish Quarter (2-3 hours, 10-20 euro)
  • Notre Dame (2-3 hours, Free)
  • Montmartre (2-3 hours, 10-20 euro)
  • Palace de Versailles or Garden (5-8 hours, 7-27 euro)
  • Pont de l'Archeveche (30-60 minutes, Free)
  • Rue de Saint Honoré Shopping (2-3 hours, depends on shopping)
  • Restaurants (1-2 hours, 25-50 euro)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 170-291 Euro per person

Transportation

Paris offers various forms of public transportation, including the metro, buses, and taxis. The metro is a fast, efficient way to get around the city and a one-way ticket costs €1.90. A 10-pack of tickets costs €14.90, which is a better deal if you plan on taking the metro frequently. Taxis can be pricey, but they are always available if you need a ride. However, walking is a great way to see the city and explore hidden gems.

Useful tips

If you have more time in Paris, consider taking a day trip to other cities like Versailles, Chartres, or Giverny. Also, the Notre Dame cathedral is currently under construction, so some portions might be closed off during the renovation. Lastly, try to avoid peak tourist season in July and August, as the crowds can be overwhelming.

Airports

Paris has two major international airports: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORY). CDG is the larger airport and has more international flights, while Orly is closer to the city center. CDG is located 25 km (15.5 miles) northeast of Paris, while Orly is located 14 km (8.6 miles) south of Paris. Both airports have various public transportation options to get into the city center.

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