Your private car will take you from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to 3 Passage de la Vierge. Allow about 45–90 minutes, depending on traffic. After checking in, take a proper rest and head out only when you feel ready; there’s no need to make this a full sightseeing afternoon.
Keep the outing compact: browse Rue Cler for a little while, taking breaks at a café as needed. Rather than walking on to the Eiffel Tower, take a short taxi ride to Champ de Mars and enjoy the view from a convenient entrance or bench. The park is free, but it’s large, so don’t feel you need to explore it; a taxi back to Rue Cler or your home base can spare your legs. Allow extra time for traffic, and ask your driver to drop you close to your chosen spot.
Have dinner at Café du Marché, right on Rue Cler, then take a taxi home if you’d rather not walk after the meal. Budget roughly €25–45 per person; prices can vary, and reserving ahead is sensible. Keep the rest of the evening open so you can turn in early if the journey catches up with you.
Begin at Palais-Royal at 9:00 am, wandering the courtyard and arcades before making the short walk to the Louvre Museum. Book timed entry ahead and choose just a few rooms or works to focus on; about 90 minutes is plenty for a first visit. Check the museum’s official site nearer your date for current ticket prices and entry arrangements.
Take a break at Angelina Paris on Rue de Rivoli. A drink and pastry or light meal generally runs about €15–30 per person; queues can be long, so have another nearby café in mind if it’s busy.
For a relaxed look at the city from the bus, walk to a convenient stop for bus 69 and ride east toward Hôtel de Ville. Check the RATP journey planner for the best stop and live service updates, as routes can change; use a valid transit ticket or pass and confirm the current fare before boarding. Allow extra time for traffic.
At Hôtel de Ville, admire the ornate city hall and take a short wander along the nearby Seine. Then ride bus 69 back west toward the Louvre area and get off near Jardin des Tuileries for a relaxed finish. Sit for a while or stroll through the garden, and feel free to skip it if you’d rather head back and rest.
Begin at Notre-Dame Cathedral at 9:00, once you’re settled and ready for the day. Check the cathedral’s official visitor information beforehand for entry arrangements, which can change. After your visit, walk to Sainte-Chapelle; timed tickets are a good idea, and you’ll need to allow for security and possible queues.
Continue next door to La Conciergerie, then cross toward the Latin Quarter for lunch at Café Panis. It’s a convenient place to sit with a view toward Notre-Dame; budget roughly €20–40 per person, depending on your order. May 8 is a French public holiday, so check opening details and reserve where possible.
After lunch, take bus 69 east toward the Saint-Paul area, then walk to Place des Vosges. Allow extra time for traffic, and check the RATP app for the day’s stops and route. Keep the rest of the afternoon open to wander beneath the arcades or relax in the garden—there’s no need to cram in another major sight.
Start at 9:00 am with a taxi or local bus from your home base to Place du Trocadéro; allow roughly 20–35 minutes by taxi, depending on traffic. Enjoy the view while the morning is still relatively calm, then walk down toward the river for an outside look at the Eiffel Tower. Keep it to the grounds and riverbank today, so you have plenty of energy for Cindy’s birthday evening.
From near Pont d’Iéna, take eastbound bus 72 toward central Paris. It’s a scenic way to follow the Seine, though Sunday traffic can make the ride take 30–45 minutes or more. Get off near Saint-Germain-des-Prés for lunch at Café de Flore; budget about €20–40 per person, and allow a little extra time in case there’s a queue.
After lunch, take bus 72 eastbound where convenient, or a short taxi ride, to the Louvre Museum. Spend some time in the courtyard admiring the palace and pyramid, then leave room for an unhurried break before the evening. From the Louvre, allow around 15–25 minutes by taxi to Bateaux Parisiens at Port de la Bourdonnais. Check your booking for the exact boarding point and time, and arrive 30–45 minutes early. Dinner cruises usually last about 2½ hours; prices vary by menu and seating, commonly around €100–200+ per person. Check current bus fares and routes before travelling, and consider a taxi back after the cruise.
Start at 9:00 am at Jardin du Luxembourg. Enjoy a short, unhurried visit rather than trying to cover the whole garden; entry is free. From the garden, take a local bus toward the Latin Quarter and Panthéon. Check the Île-de-France Mobilités app for the best stop and live service, since routes and diversions can change. Allow about 45–60 minutes at the Panthéon; admission is paid, so check its official site for current rates.
Take a bus or taxi to Le Procope for lunch. Budget around €30–€55 per person depending on your order, and consider booking ahead. After lunch, continue by bus or taxi to Église Saint-Sulpice for a brief visit. Access may be limited during services, so keep your plans flexible; afterward, take a bus or taxi back to your base, or leave time to wander around Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Start at Arc de Triomphe at 9:00 am. You can admire it from ground level, or climb to the rooftop if you’re comfortable with the stairs and have allowed time for entry. Afterward, take a short look along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées; there’s no need to walk the whole avenue. Check the RATP app or stop displays for a bus toward your lunch stop, allowing extra time for traffic.
Settle in at Ladurée Champs-Élysées for lunch or tea. Allow roughly €20–45 per person, and consider reserving ahead. After your break, check the live bus route to Trocadéro before boarding; routes and diversions can change, so follow the destination shown at the stop and leave some slack in the schedule.
At Trocadéro, enjoy the view from the esplanade and take time to wander at your own pace. Continue by bus toward the Eiffel Tower, checking the stop closest to the entrance you plan to use. If you want to go up, book through the official website and allow time for security and queues; ticket prices vary by access option. Otherwise, enjoy the landmark from outside and keep the rest of the afternoon relaxed.
Leave your home base at 3 Passage de la Vierge at about 9:00 am. Allow roughly 25–40 minutes by Métro or bus to reach Jardin Nelson Mandela near Les Halles; check the Île-de-France Mobilités app for the best route on the day. Take a short stroll there, then head to La Droguerie when it’s open. Shop hours can vary, so check current details before setting out, especially if you have a particular yarn or notion in mind.
Allow about an hour at La Droguerie, then continue to Tissus Reine in Montmartre. The trip between the shops can take around 30–45 minutes by public transport, plus walking time. At Tissus Reine, it can help to have a fabric type or project in mind; fabric costs vary, and is typically priced by the meter. Check the shop’s current opening information before you go.
Visit Sacré-Cœur Basilica, then make your way to Place du Tertre for a relaxed café lunch or snack—budget about €20–35 per person for a simple meal. Leave time to wander the surrounding lanes without a fixed route. Montmartre is hilly, with steps and uneven paving, so take it slowly; allow roughly 30–45 minutes for the journey back toward your home base when you’re ready.
Keep the morning close to your lodging so you can leave for the airport at 10:30 am without rushing. After checking out and arranging your bags, take a brief stroll around Place de l’École-Militaire. If it’s open, you can also pop into Église Saint-Pierre-du-Gros-Caillou; opening times can vary, so treat this as optional.
Stop at Café Constant for breakfast or an early meal. Budget around €15–30 per person, depending on what you order; check current service times before setting out. If you have a little spare time, pause at Square Rapp, then head back to collect your luggage.
Be ready for your prearranged private-car pickup at 10:30 am. The drive can take roughly 45–90 minutes depending on traffic, so keep the morning light and confirm the pickup point and airport terminal with your driver in advance.
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