4‑Day Paris Adventure from LAX

Day 1: Arrival & First Impressions

Morning: Depart from LAX on an overnight flight and arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport. Transfer to your hotel in the 1st arrondissement, check‑in, and freshen up.

Afternoon: Take a leisurely stroll to the iconic Eiffel Tower, snap photos from the Champ de Mars, and enjoy a light lunch at a nearby café.

Evening: Relax with a scenic Seine River cruise, watching the city’s landmarks glow at sunset, then dine on classic French cuisine in the Latin Quarter.

Day 2: Art & History

Morning: Head to the world‑renowned Louvre Museum to admire masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Allow time for the impressive Egyptian and Near Eastern collections.

Afternoon: Walk through the historic Île de la Cité to see the façade of Notre‑Dame Cathedral (exterior) and explore the charming Sainte‑Chapelle with its stained‑glass windows.

Evening: Wander the bustling Champs‑Élysées, shop or window‑shop, and finish the night with a view of the Arc de Triomphe illuminated against the sky.

Day 3: Montmartre & Modern Art

Morning: Take the Metro to the bohemian hill of Montmartre, visit the majestic Sacré‑Coeur Basilica, and explore the Place du Tertre where artists display their work.

Afternoon: Descend to the Musée d’Orsay to admire an extensive collection of Impressionist and Post‑Impressionist paintings housed in a former railway station.

Evening: Enjoy dinner at a traditional bistro in the Saint‑Germain district, then experience Parisian nightlife with a jazz club or a rooftop bar overlooking the city.

Day 4: Royal Grandeur & Departure

Morning: Embark on a half‑day excursion to the Palace of Versailles, touring the opulent Hall of Mirrors, the King’s Grand Apartments, and the expansive gardens.

Afternoon: Return to Paris for a final stroll through the elegant Jardin du Luxembourg, relax by the fountains, and pick up any last‑minute souvenirs.

Evening: Retrieve your luggage, transfer to Charles de Gaulle Airport, and board your flight back to LAX.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Eiffel Tower – 2 hours – €27 (adult ticket to 2nd floor)
• Seine River Cruise – 1 hour – €15
• Louvre Museum – 3 hours – €17
• Notre‑Dame Cathedral (exterior) & Sainte‑Chapelle – 1.5 hours – €11 (combined ticket)
• Champs‑Élysées & Arc de Triomphe – 2 hours – €13 (Arc access)
• Montmartre & Sacré‑Coeur – 2 hours – Free (donations optional)
• Musée d’Orsay – 2 hours – €16
• Palace of Versailles – 4 hours – €20 (grounds & palace)
• Jardin du Luxembourg – 1 hour – Free
• Meals & Miscellaneous – 4 days – €120
• Transportation (Metro, RER, airport transfers) – 4 days – €45
• Total Estimated Cost: €306

Tips

To extend your stay, add a day to explore the vibrant Marais district and visit the Picasso Museum, or take a day trip to the Champagne region for vineyard tours. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay into a single half‑day and replace the Versailles excursion with a quick walk through the Palace’s gardens, saving both time and travel costs.