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 light café breakfast on the nearby boulevard.
Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk along the Seine River to get acquainted with the city’s layout, passing the iconic Pont Alexandre III and the grand boulevards of the Right Bank.
Evening: Head to the Eiffel Tower for sunset views; ascend to the second floor for panoramic cityscapes, then dine at a nearby brasserie while the tower sparkles.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the world‑renowned Louvre Museum, focusing on the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Egyptian antiquities wing.
Afternoon: Stroll through the adjacent Tuileries Garden, then board a Seine River Cruise for a relaxed perspective on Paris’s historic bridges and monuments.
Evening: Wander the illuminated streets of the Champs‑Élysées, ending at the dazzling Arc de Triomphe for a night‑time climb and city lights view.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the restored Notre‑Dame Cathedral (interior access) and admire its stained‑glass rose windows.
Afternoon: Step into the breathtaking Sainte‑Chapelle with its soaring stained glass, then wander the historic streets of the Latin Quarter, stopping at the historic Shakespeare and Company bookstore.
Evening: Enjoy a classic French dinner in the lively Saint‑Michel area, sampling escargot and regional wines.
Find HotelsMorning: Climb up to the hill of Montmartre and visit the white‑washed basilica Sacré‑Cœur, enjoying sweeping city views.
Afternoon: Meander through the bustling Place du Tertre, where local artists display their work, and explore the historic Moulin Rouge exterior.
Evening: Dine at a traditional Montmartre bistro, then optionally attend a cabaret show for a taste of Parisian nightlife.
Find HotelsMorning: Discover the extensive collection of Impressionist masterpieces at the Musée d’Orsay, housed in a former railway station.
Afternoon: Walk across the river to the nearby Musée de l’Orangerie to see Monet’s Water Lilies and other post‑Impressionist works.
Evening: Relax in the elegant Jardin des Tuileries as the sun sets, then enjoy a light dinner at a nearby café.
Find HotelsMorning: Take the RER train to the opulent Palace of Versailles; explore the Hall of Mirrors, the Royal Apartments, and the King’s Grand Apartments.
Afternoon: Wander the vast Gardens of Versailles, watching the fountains and the geometric flowerbeds, and visit the Petit Trianon.
Evening: Return to Paris and enjoy a relaxed dinner in the Le Marais district, sampling modern French cuisine.
Find HotelsMorning: Browse the boutique shops of the Le Marais and visit the historic Place des Vosges for a coffee break.
Afternoon: Spend your last hours strolling through the tranquil Luxembourg Gardens, perhaps renting a small boat for the pond.
Evening: Collect your luggage, take a final walk along the Seine, and head to the airport for departure.
Find HotelsIf you need more time, consider adding a full day for the Catacombs and a day dedicated to the Le Marais museums such as the Picasso Museum. To shorten the trip, skip the Versailles day and replace it with a half‑day visit to Montparnasse Tower for a quick skyline view, allowing you to depart earlier on Day 7.