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5-Day Summer Highlights of Paris
Experience the best of Paris in summer with iconic landmarks, charming neighborhoods, cultural gems, and unique local experiences ready for you to explore.
5-Day Summer Highlights of Paris
Experience the best of Paris in summer with iconic landmarks, charming neighborhoods, cultural gems, and unique local experiences ready for you to explore.
Before Day 1: Book a FREE walking tour
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Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
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I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Paris, France, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
~3 hours
Start your walking tour in the Latin Quarter around Rue Saint-Jacques. It's a historic area with many landmarks, perfect for an engaging introduction to Paris.
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Eiffel Tower
Pre-book your ticket to avoid long lines. Enter from the Champ de Mars side and enjoy panoramic views of Paris from the top.
Eiffel Tower
Pre-book your ticket to avoid long lines. Enter from the Champ de Mars side and enjoy panoramic views of Paris from the top.
Champ de Mars
Relax and stroll through the gardens of Champ de Mars just beside the Eiffel Tower, a great spot for photos and people.
Champ de Mars
Relax and stroll through the gardens of Champ de Mars just beside the Eiffel Tower, a great spot for photos and people.
Try a rooftop bar with Eiffel Tower views
Head to a rooftop bar near the Trocadéro area for exceptional Eiffel Tower views illuminated at night. Order a glass of wine or pastis to complete the experience.
Try a rooftop bar with Eiffel Tower views
Head to a rooftop bar near the Trocadéro area for exceptional Eiffel Tower views illuminated at night. Order a glass of wine or pastis to complete the experience.
Meals
Recommended traditional local cuisine
Look for a bistro around the Eiffel Tower area and order Escargots, a classic French delicacy with garlic butter.
Escargots
Seek out a rooftop bar near Trocadéro and enjoy a light dinner with French wine and a dessert like Tarte Tatin.
Tarte TatinAccommodation— 7th arrondissement (central district by Eiffel Tower)
This area offers close proximity to the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars, ideal for easy access to your planned activities.
This area offers close proximity to the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars, ideal for easy access to your planned activities.
Louvre Museum
Located in the 1st arrondissement, focus on highlights like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Start early to avoid crowds and use the Carrousel du Louvre entrance on Rue de Rivoli.
Louvre Museum
Located in the 1st arrondissement, focus on highlights like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Start early to avoid crowds and use the Carrousel du Louvre entrance on Rue de Rivoli.
Musée d'Orsay
Cross the Seine to this former railway station on Quai Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement. Look for Impressionist masterpieces by Monet and Van Gogh.
Musée d'Orsay
Cross the Seine to this former railway station on Quai Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement. Look for Impressionist masterpieces by Monet and Van Gogh.
Sainte-Chapelle
This Gothic chapel on Île de la Cité features stunning stained glass. Arrive late afternoon to catch the light filtering through the windows.
Sainte-Chapelle
This Gothic chapel on Île de la Cité features stunning stained glass. Arrive late afternoon to catch the light filtering through the windows.
~2 hours
Explore less touristy areas like the Marais or Canal Saint-Martin for small theaters or jazz clubs offering live performances.
Book tours & ticketsView details, tips, opening times & moreMeals
Recommended traditional local cuisine
Look for a bistro in the 7th arrondissement serving Coq au vin, a classic French chicken dish braised with wine and mushrooms.
Coq au vin
Find a cozy restaurant in the Marais neighborhood and order Ratatouille, a colorful vegetable stew from Provence.
RatatouilleAccommodation— Le Marais (historic and central neighborhood with easy access to museums and nightlife)
Le Marais is ideal for exploring both cultural sites and evening entertainment on Day 2.
Le Marais is ideal for exploring both cultural sites and evening entertainment on Day 2.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Arrive early on Île de la Cité to beat crowds at Notre-Dame Cathedral and admire its Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Arrive early on Île de la Cité to beat crowds at Notre-Dame Cathedral and admire its Gothic architecture and stained glass windows.
La Conciergerie
Walk a few blocks on the island to La Conciergerie, explore its medieval prison history and the grand halls of this former royal palace.
La Conciergerie
Walk a few blocks on the island to La Conciergerie, explore its medieval prison history and the grand halls of this former royal palace.
Jardin des Tuileries
Stroll to Jardin des Tuileries between Place de la Concorde and the Louvre; relax by fountains and sculptures, or rent a chair to rest.
Jardin des Tuileries
Stroll to Jardin des Tuileries between Place de la Concorde and the Louvre; relax by fountains and sculptures, or rent a chair to rest.
Visit Île Saint-Louis
Cross the pedestrian bridge to Île Saint-Louis, browse charming shops and savor the quiet, narrow streets lined with 17th-century townhouses.
Visit Île Saint-Louis
Cross the pedestrian bridge to Île Saint-Louis, browse charming shops and savor the quiet, narrow streets lined with 17th-century townhouses.
~1.5 hours
Head to Marché Maubert in the Latin Quarter for fresh produce, cheese, and baked goods stalls, perfect for tasting and buying local specialties.
Meals
Recommended traditional local cuisine
Find a café near Notre-Dame Cathedral and order a macaron with your coffee for a light and sweet start.
MacaronLook for a bistro around Jardin des Tuileries and try Ratatouille, a traditional vegetable stew with rich Provençal flavors.
RatatouilleExplore food stalls at Marché Maubert and enjoy freshly cooked escargots, paired with local wine to end your day elegantly.
EscargotsAccommodation— Le Marais (historic district with easy access to central landmarks)
Le Marais is centrally located, perfect for exploring Île de la Cité and the Latin Quarter, with many dining options nearby.
Le Marais is centrally located, perfect for exploring Île de la Cité and the Latin Quarter, with many dining options nearby.
Montmartre
Explore the charming streets of Montmartre, especially Rue des Abbesses. Look for local artists and enjoy the vibrant art scene.
Montmartre
Explore the charming streets of Montmartre, especially Rue des Abbesses. Look for local artists and enjoy the vibrant art scene.
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Climb to the dome for panoramic views and admire the mosaics inside.
Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Climb to the dome for panoramic views and admire the mosaics inside.
~2 hours
Head to the historic neighborhood near Place du Tertre to find quaint bookshops. Browse vintage and art books.
Book tours & ticketsView details, tips, opening times & moreFind a café terrace in Montmartre
Choose a café terrace on Place du Tertre or nearby streets, order coffee and relax while watching bustling Montmartre life.
Find a café terrace in Montmartre
Choose a café terrace on Place du Tertre or nearby streets, order coffee and relax while watching bustling Montmartre life.
Meals
Recommended traditional local cuisine
Find a bakery near Abbesses and try a fresh macaron with your coffee.
MacaronLook for a bistro in Montmartre and order Coq au vin, a classic French chicken stew.
Coq au vinFind a cozy restaurant nearby offering ratatouille, a traditional vegetable stew, paired with a glass of local wine.
RatatouilleAccommodation— Montmartre (historic artistic hilltop neighborhood)
Staying in Montmartre keeps you close to the day's activities and offers charming local atmosphere.
Staying in Montmartre keeps you close to the day's activities and offers charming local atmosphere.
Palace of Versailles
Spend the morning and early afternoon exploring the Palace of Versailles and its extensive gardens. Arrive early to avoid crowds, and focus on the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and the Fountain Shows if available.
Palace of Versailles
Spend the morning and early afternoon exploring the Palace of Versailles and its extensive gardens. Arrive early to avoid crowds, and focus on the State Apartments, Hall of Mirrors, and the Fountain Shows if available.
Luxembourg Gardens
In the late afternoon, enjoy a stroll and relax in Luxembourg Gardens located in the 6th arrondissement. Look for the Medici Fountain and the pond where you can rent small sailboats.
Luxembourg Gardens
In the late afternoon, enjoy a stroll and relax in Luxembourg Gardens located in the 6th arrondissement. Look for the Medici Fountain and the pond where you can rent small sailboats.
~1.5 hours
Take a leisurely sunset walk along the Seine starting around Île de la Cité, heading west towards Pont Alexandre III. This spot offers classic views of Paris landmarks illuminated with evening light.
Meals
Recommended traditional local cuisine
Have lunch at a brasserie nearby the Palace of Versailles, ordering Coq au vin for a classic French stew with chicken braised in wine, showcasing local flavors.
Coq au vinFor dinner, find a bistro in Saint-Germain-des-Prés and try Ratatouille, a stewed vegetable dish from Provence, paired with a glass of local wine to end the day.
RatatouilleAccommodation— Saint-Germain-des-Prés (charming historic neighborhood in the 6th arrondissement)
Central location with easy metro access for both Versailles and Paris highlights plus excellent dining options.
Central location with easy metro access for both Versailles and Paris highlights plus excellent dining options.
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Budget Breakdown
Accommodation approx 100 EUR per night. Food approx 20 EUR per day. Transport (public and taxi) approx 9 EUR per day. Activities budget around 30 USD per day.
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