3-Day Paris Itinerary: Montmartre, Louvre, Musée d'Orsay & French Culinary Delights

Day 1: Montmartre & Moulin Rouge

Paris, France on September 18, 2025

8:00am

Coffee at Café Prune

Start your day with a rich coffee at Café Prune near Rue des Petites Ecuries, known for its excellent brews and Parisian ambiance.
EUR5, 0h30m

8:40am

Croissants at Le Grenier à Pain or Maison Landemaine

Enjoy freshly baked croissants at Le Grenier à Pain (Downtown Montmartre) or Maison Landemaine on Rue des Martyrs, both renowned for their buttery pastries.
EUR3-4, 0h30m

9:10am

Visit Montmartre Museum and Espace Dalí

Explore Montmartre Museum to learn the area's artistic history and visit Espace Dalí to see surrealist artworks by Salvador Dalí.
EUR12, 2h0m

11:15am

Lunch at Le Refuge des Fondus or La Mascotte

Dine at Le Refuge des Fondus for authentic fondue or La Mascotte for classic French seafood, both charming Montmartre bistros.
EUR25-35, 1h15m

12:45pm

Fromagerie Visits: Barthélemy or Fromagerie Mère Richard

Browse and sample cheeses at Barthélemy and Fromagerie Mère Richard in Montmartre or the 10th Arrondissement.
Free to browse, cheese prices vary, 1h0m

1:50pm

Explore three boulangeries: Poilâne, Du Pain et des Idées, and Ten Belles Bakery

Discover three excellent boulangeries around the 10th Arrondissement offering artisan breads and viennoiseries.
EUR3-5 per item, 1h10m

3:05pm

Return to Rue des Petites Ecuries

Walk or take Metro Line 2 from Anvers to Bonne Nouvelle to rest before dinner.
EUR1.90 (Metro), 0h30m

6:00pm

Early dinner at apartment

Enjoy a relaxed early dinner with food purchased earlier or from local shops near Rue des Petites Ecuries.
Varies, 1h0m

7:15pm

Walk to Moulin Rouge

Stroll 10 minutes from your apartment to Moulin Rouge to arrive before the 8:00pm show.
Free, 0h15m

8:00pm

Moulin Rouge Show

Experience the iconic cabaret show at Moulin Rouge for an unforgettable Parisian night.
EUR120+ (tickets vary), 2h30m

10:45pm

Return to apartment

Walk or take Metro Line 2 from Blanche back to Bonne Nouvelle to rest for the night.
EUR1.90, 0h30m
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Day 2: Louvre & Marais Cheese Tasting

Paris, France on September 19, 2025

8:00am

Coffee at Café Kitsuné

Start your day at Café Kitsuné near the Louvre for excellent coffee in a stylish setting.
EUR5, 0h30m

8:35am

Croissant at Du Pain et des Idées

Grab an outstanding croissant from the acclaimed Du Pain et des Idées bakery nearby.
EUR3.50, 0h20m

9:00am

Tour the Louvre Museum

Explore world-famous collections at the Louvre, including the Mona Lisa and classical masterpieces, open from 9:00am to 6:00pm Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesdays).
EUR17, 3h0m

12:15pm

Lunch at Les Philosophes or Le Petit Marché in Marais

Enjoy traditional French bistro cuisine at either Les Philosophes or Le Petit Marché in the charming Marais district.
EUR25-35, 1h15m

1:45pm

1-hour Walk around Le Marais

Stroll through hedge-lined streets and historic squares of the Marais, admiring its boutiques and architecture.
Free, 1h0m

2:50pm

Cheese & Wine Tasting at Paroles de Fromagers (Cheese Museum)

Savour a delightful cheese and wine tasting experience at 39 Rue Saint-Louis en l'Île, open 2:00pm-7:00pm.
EUR40, 1h30m

4:30pm

Return to Rue des Petites Ecuries

Take Metro Line 7 from Pont Marie to Poissonnière for a quick and direct trip home.
EUR1.90, 0h25m
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Day 3: Musée d'Orsay & Baguette Class

Paris, France on September 20, 2025

8:00am

Coffee at Café Campana

Enjoy a delicious coffee at Café Campana inside Musée d'Orsay, opening at 9:30am for museum visitors but café opens earlier for a relaxed start.
EUR5, 0h30m

8:20am

Croissants at Maison Pichard nearby

Taste delightful croissants at the award-winning Maison Pichard boulangerie just a short walk from Musée d'Orsay.
EUR3.50, 0h20m

9:30am

Visit Musée d'Orsay

Explore the world-renowned art collections from Impressionists to Art Nouveau, with opening hours 9:30am-6:00pm, closed Mondays.
EUR16, 2h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Le Caveau de la Huchette or La Tour d’Argent in Latin Quarter

Dine at Le Caveau de la Huchette for jazz and French cuisine or opt for gastronomic fare at La Tour d’Argent.
EUR30-60, 1h15m

1:45pm

French Baguette and Boulangerie Class at La Cuisine Paris

Join a 2-hour hands-on class at La Cuisine Paris, starting at 2:00pm, to learn artisan baguette and pastry making.
EUR90, 2h0m

4:00pm

Return to Rue des Petites Ecuries

Take Metro Line 7 from Place Monge to Poissonnière to get back to your apartment quickly.
EUR1.90, 0h30m

7:30pm

Evening drinks at Le Mary Celeste wine bar

Unwind with quality wine and small plates at Le Mary Celeste, a popular wine bar just 15 minutes walk or a short metro ride from Rue des Petites Ecuries.
EUR10-20 per drink, 1h30m
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