Arrival in Paris (sample time used — please confirm your flight's actual arrival). Take a taxi or RER B + taxi to Hotel Parister (9th arr.) and either check in (if available) or leave luggage at reception so you can start exploring.
Classic Parisian bistro near Opéra offering well-executed seasonal dishes and a lively atmosphere — great first-food experience in Paris; typically open for lunch from 12:00.
Stroll up to Sacré‑Cœur for panoramic views of Paris and wander Place du Tertre and the artists' streets; the basilica is open daily (usually 6:00–22:30) and the neighbourhood is atmospheric in winter.
Head back to Hotel Parister to rest or check in properly (standard check‑in often 2–3pm). Use this time to drop bags and get ready for an evening outing.
A 60–75 minute evening cruise from near the Eiffel Tower offers illuminated views of riverside monuments (book in advance). Cruises run daily with multiple evening departures; typical winter sailings from c.18:00–21:00.
Dine in Montmartre at atmospheric restaurants such as La Maison Rose or Le Consulat — classic French cuisine in a neighbourhood setting; most bistros serve dinner from c.19:00.
Grab a flaky croissant and coffee from a traditional pâtisserie near your hotel — a quick, excellent Parisian start. Stohrer (Rue Montorgueil) is historic and opens early.
Visit the world-famous Louvre to see masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo; aim for the earliest timed entry to avoid queues. Normal opening: 9:00–18:00 (closed Tuesdays) — book timed tickets online.
Walk to Île de la Cité to view Sainte‑Chapelle's stunning stained glass (usual opening c.9:00–19:00, check seasonal hours) and see Notre‑Dame's façade and the cathedral area (interior access still restricted/limited post-revival work — check current access).
Discover Impressionist and Post‑Impressionist masterpieces in a former railway station; the Musée d'Orsay typically opens 9:30–18:00 (closed Mondays), so this is ideal for a Saturday visit — prebook tickets to skip queues.
Walk through the Luxembourg Gardens (seasonal opening hours; winter typically 8:00–17:30) and explore the Latin Quarter's narrow lanes, bookshops and cafés.
Visit the Panthéon to learn about French history and see the impressive dome (open c.10:00–18:00) or pop into Shakespeare & Company for a literary stop.
Historic Le Procope in the Latin Quarter or the grand brasserie La Coupole in Montparnasse offer memorable dinners with classic French fare and an atmospheric setting.
Prebooked ticket to the Eiffel Tower avoids long queues and ensures a morning slot; winter opening times are typically around 9:30–23:00 but check your booked slot and arrivals rules.
Choose riverside dining at Le Bistro Parisien (good value and location) or the 58 Tour Eiffel restaurant if you prebooked a table for a special view lunch.
Stroll or take the metro to the Champs‑Élysées, ending at the Arc de Triomphe — you can climb the Arc for city views (usually open daily; winter hours ~10:00–22:30).
Head back through the city to the Opéra area; pop into Galeries Lafayette for the rooftop view and some shopping — rooftop open daily (check exact hours in winter).
Finish the day with dinner at the grand Café de la Paix by Opéra Garnier or a comfortable brasserie close to your hotel — both are open in the evening.
With many museums closed on Mondays, opt for an Opéra Garnier interior tour (often open daily, typical hours c.10:00–17:00) or the Galeries Lafayette rooftop for last views and shopping; both are close to your hotel.
Check out of Hotel Parister and arrange transfer to Charles de Gaulle (allow at least 2.5–3 hours before an international flight). Confirm your flight AF1068 check‑in time and factor in morning traffic or RER schedules.
Sample departure slot for AF1068 — please replace with your actual scheduled departure time and ensure you arrive at the airport with enough time to clear security and passport checks.