One of the most common complaints from people traveling to Paris for the first time is the amount of information they receive.Facebook groups that deal with France in general and Paris in particular. The result is confusion and difficulty in creating an itinerary that doesn't quickly turn into a "beret trip" (or should we call it a "barret trip"), where you run from attraction to attraction and don't get enough to enjoy.
It is precisely for those people that I decided to create this itinerary, which I put a lot of thought into. Its goal is to allow those who have come to Paris for the first time to experience the city, to reachAttractions The main ones and at the same time also discover Paris, which is somewhat hidden from tourists.
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There are several attractions such as the Eiffel Tower or Disneyland Paris Their tickets must be ordered as soon as possible, otherwise they may run out or the prices may increase.
It is also very worthwhile to book tickets for shows and cruises on the Seine as soon as possible (you can do this after booking accommodation and tickets for popular attractions).
The itinerary before you is modular and the order of the days doesn't really matter (just be careful not to go to a particular attraction on a day it's closed). Furthermore, you are welcome to play with this plan and change it according to your preferences. If you happen to have less than 7 days in Paris, don't worry: I have also created shorter plans for you, which you will find towards the end of the article.
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Sunday in Paris – The Marais District
The reason I put the Mara district on the first day is because Carnival Museum, which presents you with the history of the City of Lights over the past 2,000 years. If you are a history buff, this museum is a treasure trove and will allow you to better understand the story behind the following attractions you will see in Paris (the museum can be covered in about two hours). Of course, if you are not a history buff, you are welcome to skip it.
Francophile tip: Admission to the permanent collection of the Carnival Museum is free! No need to book a ticket, just show up and walk in. If you're already there, don't miss its beautiful gardens.
So where in the Marais should you hike? I've chosen my two most recommended routes for you:
Monday – Ile de la Cité, Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain
It is recommended to do this route on a Sunday, in order to enjoy the bird market on the Ile de la Cité. I would start the day by exiting the Cité metro. From there I would go to visitConcierge (not mandatory but recommended) andSainte Chapelle (A must – especially if it is a sunny day).
From there I would go to Notre Dame Cathedral (It can now only be viewed from the outside, but its renovation is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2024.) The second half of the day is worth devoting to the Latin Quarter andSaint-Germain districtIt is highly recommended not to miss a visit toLuxembourg Gardens וthe pantheon.
Francophile tip: If this is your first day in Paris, I recommend adding it at the end of the day Cruise on the SeineThis is a great way to get to know the city and rest from the flight.
Are you excited about the Latin Quarter and want to explore it further? Here are some special themed routes I created for you:
Tuesday – Departing Paris for the Palace of Versailles
If you have enough time to include a trip outside of Paris, I recommend doing it in the middle of your trip. And if you are leaving Paris for the first time, then there is no doubt thatPalace of Versailles It is the preferred option. It is the most impressive palace in France.
Don't skimp on time and take a full day from morning to evening, where you will stroll through the palace, the gardens, and finally have dinner at one of the restaurants in this charming town.
Wednesday – Return to Paris, to the eighth and first arrondissements
Let's start the day withArc de TriompheI highly recommend climbing the Arc de Triomphe to get a spectacular panoramic view of Paris.
After you're done, you're welcome to walk down the streets of theChamps ElyseesContinue east until you reachConcorde SquareAnd while you admire it, you are invited to remember that during the French Revolution, heads were beheaded here...
And so without realizing it you will arrive at the first district. Here, of course, you are welcome to visitLouvre, Palais Royal and Tuileries Gardens. You are invited to end the day in the shopping malls Galeries Lafayette and Prenten, which are right behind the opera.
Thursday in Paris – Orsay Museum, Les Invalides, Eiffel Tower and Montmartre
lets start From the Orsay Museum, which showcases the 19th and early 20th centuries. Unlike the Louvre, this is definitely a museum that is easy to digest. From there, walk along the Seine until you reach thePalais des Invalides.
After you finish visiting the Palais des Invalides, head towards Eiffel Tower (You can't miss it) and whatever you do, don't ask the Parisians how to get to it, as you can learn in the following video:
After you climb (or not climb) the Eiffel Tower, I recommend you spend the second half of the day in Montmartre. Montmartre is much more than the Sacré-Cœur church. So that you don't get lost in the alleys, I have prepared several routes for you according to your interests:
Day Six – EuroDisney
If you're in Paris with kids, then you have a good excuse to come to this place. I highly recommend you read the article about Disneyland Paris Contains all the information you will need.
The Seventh Day – A Day Dedicated Entirely to You
On the seventh day, God stopped working and decided to rest. And that’s exactly the goal of the seventh and final day of your trip. That’s it, you’ve ticked off the important Parisian attractions. Now all that’s left for you to do is return to the places you particularly liked and do some shopping.
What happens if you only come to Paris for a few days?
I understand that not everyone has enough time to spend a week in Paris. That's why I've created shortened versions of the itinerary for you (click the plus to open):
Paris itinerary: 6 days
It’s actually really easy. If you have 6 full days in Paris, you can follow the week-long plan I suggested verbatim, since the seventh day is an “open” day.
Paris itinerary: 5 days
This is where you need to start cutting. My advice is to skip Disneyland Paris, and if you absolutely don't want to do it, then skip... Palace of Versailles.
Paris itinerary: 4 days
I would highly recommend skipping both EuroDisney and the Palace of Versailles. If you really insist on one of them, then you have no choice but to cut corners and skip the day of Ile de la Cité and the Latin Quarter.
Super short itinerary: 3 days
Okay, this really hurts. Stay tuned for the next few days:
1. Sunday – A trip to the Marae.
2. Monday – District 7 (Orsay Museum(Eiffel).
3. Tuesday – From the Arc de Triomphe to the Opera.
Two days in Paris?
Definitely: give up. But if you get to the connection, try the route in the article. Connection in Paris.
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Excellent articles, very helpful. My contribution to updating the article: We are currently in Paris, we were in the Marais district today (2/17/20), the Carnival Museum is closed, renovating. For your information
And thanks again
Glad to hear you are enjoying yourself. Yes, I know it is closed. It is scheduled to reopen in May.
I'm wondering how to buy tickets for attractions.
You can find all the best sites to buy tickets atLink this.