Experience the Best of Paris in 4 Days

  • Day 1: The Louvre Museum
    15 minutes (1.5 miles) from Notre Dame Cathedral

    The Louvre Museum is one of the world’s largest museums and a historic monument. The art pieces showcased range from the prehistoric era to contemporary art. Famous masterpieces such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo have made the museum renowned around the globe.

  • Day 2: Sainte-Chapelle and Notre Dame Cathedral
    10 minutes (0.7 miles) from The Louvre Museum

    Sainte-Chapelle is a royal chapel known for its Gothic architecture and stunning stained-glass windows. It’s located in the same complex as Notre Dame Cathedral, another medieval Catholic cathedral known for its magnificent architecture and world-famous rose windows.

  • Day 3: Palace of Versailles
    1 hour (12.5 miles) from Notre Dame Cathedral

    The Palace of Versailles is a symbol of the French monarchy, opulence, and grandeur. Visitors can take a guided tour of the palace’s apartments, chapels, and art galleries. The well-manicured and expansive gardens are also open for visitors to explore.

  • Day 4: Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur Basilica and Moulin Rouge
    25 minutes (2.5 miles) from The Palace of Versailles

    Montmartre is an area in Paris known for its bohemian culture, winding streets, and artistic heritage. Visitors can explore the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, a stunning Roman Catholic Church built in the late 19th-century. For an iconic Parisian experience, the Moulin Rouge offers a cabaret show with dinner and drinks.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Louvre Museum (3 hours, 17€)
  • Saint-Chapelle & Notre Dame Cathedral (2 hours, 27€)
  • Palace of Versailles (5 hours, 15€ - 27€)
  • Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur Basilica (3 hours, free)
  • Moulin Rouge (2 hours, 190€ - 500€)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 226€ - 596€

Transportation

Paris is well-connected via public transport networks such as the metro, buses, and trains. Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are also available. For unlimited travel, tourists can buy a Paris Visite Pass. It costs 38.35€ for 3 days and covers travel zones 1-3, which includes Paris’ city center. Travel time between destinations on this itinerary ranges from 10 minutes to an hour, depending on traffic conditions and mode of transportation chosen.

Useful Tips

If you have more time in Paris, consider visiting the Eiffel Tower, Musée d'Orsay, or taking a Seine River Cruise. If you have less time, skip the Moulin Rouge show or the Sainte-Chapelle tour. It's best to book tickets in advance online to avoid long queues and save time.

Airports

Paris has two major airports: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) and Orly Airport (ORY). Charles de Gaulle Airport is located 16.5 miles northeast of Paris city center, while Orly Airport is located 8.5 miles south of Paris city center. Both airports are well-connected to the city center via public transportation such as train, bus, taxi, or private transfer.

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