2-Day Budget-Friendly Food and Sightseeing Itinerary in Paris

Day 1: Iconic Sights & Local Eats

Paris, France on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Le Pain Quotidien

Enjoy a hearty and healthy organic breakfast option with fresh pastries and coffee, located conveniently in central Paris. Meals typically cost under 20 EUR per person.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Visit the Louvre Museum

Explore the world-famous Louvre to marvel at masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. The museum is open from 9 AM to 6 PM daily except Tuesdays.
EUR17, 2h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at L'As du Fallafel

Taste authentic and affordable Middle Eastern falafel sandwiches on Rue des Rosiers in Le Marais, with prices under 10 EUR—perfect for a budget-friendly meal.
EUR10, 1h

2:00pm

Stroll along the Seine and visit Notre-Dame Cathedral exterior

Enjoy a scenic walk along the Seine River and admire the impressive Gothic architecture of Notre-Dame Cathedral, which is free to explore from outside.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Relax at Luxembourg Gardens

Spend a leisurely afternoon in the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens, a perfect spot to unwind and take photos of its fountains and statues.
Free, 1h30m

6:00pm

Dinner at Bouillon Pigalle

Dine at this classic Parisian bistro offering traditional French dishes on a budget, with main courses typically priced below 20 EUR.
EUR20, 1h30m
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Day 2: Art Museums & Parks

Paris, France on May 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Saint-Régis

Start your day with a French breakfast of coffee and croissants at this charming café in Île Saint-Louis, staying within your budget of 20 EUR.
EUR12, 1h

9:30am

Visit Musée d'Orsay

Discover Impressionist masterpieces in the stunning former railway station, open from 9:30 AM to 6 PM except Mondays. Entry is affordable at 16 EUR.
EUR16, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Chez Gladines

Enjoy hearty Basque dishes known for generous portions and reasonable prices, making it a great choice for a budget-friendly lunch in the Latin Quarter.
EUR18, 1h

2:00pm

Walk through Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur

Wander up the artistic Montmartre hill to visit the Basilica of Sacré-Cœur and enjoy panoramic views over Paris. The Basilica is free to enter.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Coffee and pastry at Le Consulat

Relax with a coffee and a sweet treat at this historic café, a quaint spot beloved by locals and tourists alike.
EUR8, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Crêperie Josselin

Cap your day with traditional Breton galettes and crêpes, all within a budget of 20 EUR, located near Montparnasse.
EUR20, 1h30m
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