A 5-Day Budget-Friendly Paris Adventure

  1. Day 1: Exploring Montmartre
    20 minutes (2.1km) from Gare du Nord

    Start your Parisian adventure by walking through the dream-like alleys of Montmartre. Visit the iconic Basilica of Sacré-Cœur before walking up to Cafè des Deux Moulins where Amèlie Poulain worked. Finish the day with crepes from La Crêperie Des Canettes.

  2. Day 2: Historical Paris
    30 minutes (3.4km) from Montmartre

    Spending a day exploring some of Paris' great examples of fascinating history, you'll dive deep into the country's past at the Palace of Versailles. After that, you can stroll along the banks of the Seine, and enjoy a sunset view of Notre Dame before you finish off with a glass of wine at Café de Flore.

  3. Day 3: Artistic Adventure
    15 minutes (2.7km) from the previous location

    It's time for a visit to Musée d'Orsay, loaded with pieces by world-renowned artists like Monet, Van Gogh, and Matisse. Visit the Centre Pompidou after that, and enjoy the rare collection of contemporary art that you may not see otherwise. Then, enjoy a beautiful sunset view from Tour Montparnasse.

  4. Day 4: Chateau, Gardens, and Parks
    35 minutes (5.9km) from Musée d'Orsay

    Visit Parc de la Villette for a peaceful break from the city bustle before visiting Château de Vincennes castle. You can stroll through the gorgeous gardens and greenery of the Parcs des Buttes-Chaumont, and then finish the day by enjoying some cheese and wine at Marché des Enfants Rouges.

  5. Day 5: Foodie Fun
    20 minutes (3.1km) from the previous location

    Satisfy your taste buds on the final day of your adventure with traditional Parisian cuisine. Start with sampling Macarons from Pierre Hermé before heading to the Marché d' Aligre for some delicious French ingredients. Finally, enjoy some authentic French cuisine at Le Relais de l'Entrecote, where you can get fine steak with a secret sauce.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Sacré-Cœur (1 hour, free)
  • Cafè des Deux Moulins (30 minutes, cost depends on what you order)
  • Palace of Versailles (half-day, €18)
  • Café de Flore (1 hour, €10)
  • Musée d'Orsay (2 hours, €14)
  • Centre Pompidou (2-3 hours, €14)
  • Tour Montparnasse (1 hour, €18)
  • Parcs des Buttes-Chaumont (1-2 hours, free)
  • Château de Vincennes (2 hours, €9)
  • Marché des Enfants Rouges (1-2 hours, prices vary)
  • Pierre Hermé (30 minutes, prices vary)
  • Marché d' Aligre (1-2 hours, prices vary)
  • Le Relais de l'Entrecote (1 hour, €26)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €109

Useful Tips

While the above itinerary contains all the top sites, you can adjust it to better suit your interests. Paris has an infinite number of things to do, so feel free to add more time if you want. If you have an extra day, consider visiting the Louvre Museum. However, be prepared to spend long hours in the art’s admiralty, but not all Paris museums close late, so check ahead! If you have lesser time, you can consider using a Paris Catacombs tour or even visit the lesser-known museums in the city.

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