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Adventure in Paris in 3 Days

  1. Day 1: Catacombs of Paris
    30 min (2.6 km) from Charles de Gaulle Airport

    In the morning, explore the Catacombs of Paris, an underground mausoleum that holds the remains of more than six million people. Then, head to Le Petit Dakar for lunch, which serves the best African food in Paris. Afterward, visit the Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Dorée, a great place to learn about marine life and the history of French colonies. In the evening, enjoy a river cruise on the Seine River.

  2. Day 2: Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
    25 min (5.8 km) from Catacombs of Paris

    Start your day by hiking to the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, where you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city and also experience rock climbing and zip-lining. After that, have lunch at Le Jardin d'Helene, which offers delicious vegan and vegetarian food. Then, visit the Musée de l'Homme, which showcases the evolution of humans and humanity. In the evening, head to the Palais de Tokyo, a contemporary art museum that has an extensive collection of modern art.

  3. Day 3: Bois de Vincennes
    30 min (8.3 km) from Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

    Start your day by visiting Bois de Vincennes, a beautiful park that has a zoo, a castle, and a lake where you can rent boats. Then, have lunch at Le Train Bleu, a restaurant that is located inside the Gare de Lyon train station and serves traditional French cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Palais Garnier, a stunning opera house that showcases the best performances in the world. In the evening, head to the Moulin Rouge, a cabaret that has been entertaining audiences for more than 100 years.

Recommendations

Paris has a plethora of attractions, events, and experiences that are unique to the city. Some of the must-see attractions include the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and Notre-Dame Cathedral. If you have extra time, you may want to consider taking a side trip to Versailles, Giverny or Disneyland Paris. To maximize your fun in Paris, consider getting a Paris Museum Pass, which will give you access to more than 50 museums and monuments in the city. Don't forget to try some of the delicious French cuisine, such as croissants, macarons, and escargot.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Catacombs of Paris (2 hours, €13)
  • Le Petit Dakar (1 hour, €15)
  • Aquarium Tropical de la Porte Dorée (2 hours, €8)
  • River cruise on the Seine River (1.5 hours, €15)
  • Parc des Buttes-Chaumont (3 hours, Free)
  • Le Jardin d'Helene (1 hour, €20)
  • Musée de l'Homme (2 hours, €12)
  • Palais de Tokyo (2 hours, €12)
  • Bois de Vincennes (3 hours, Free)
  • Le Train Bleu (1 hour, €30)
  • Palais Garnier (2 hours, €14)
  • Moulin Rouge (2 hours, €110)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €259
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