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5 Days in Paris
The City of Light: iconic landmarks, museums, and romance
5 Days
Trip Length
$1,200 - $1,800 USD
Budget
April-June, September-October
Best Time
Paris
Transport
Trip Overview
Discover Paris in 5 days - from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, charming cafes, and historic neighborhoods. The perfect romantic getaway.
π Packing Tips
- β’Comfortable walking shoes
- β’Light layers
- β’Camera
- β’Small backpack for museums
π Highlights
- β’Eiffel Tower
- β’Louvre Museum
- β’Palace of Versailles
- β’Notre-Dame
- β’Seine River
π¨ Accommodation
Boutique hotels and apartments ($80-150/night)
βοΈ Transportation
Paris Metro (efficient and affordable)
π Day-by-Day Breakdown
Day 1
Arrival & Montmartre
Activities
- βArrive at CDG or Orly
- βCheck-in hotel
- βVisit SacrΓ©-CΕur Basilica
- βExplore Montmartre neighborhood
β Highlight: White dome basilica with city views
Day 2
Eiffel Tower & Seine
Activities
- βEiffel Tower visit (summit or 2nd floor)
- βSeine river cruise
- βTrocadΓ©ro photo spot
- βDinner by the tower
β Highlight: Iconic Eiffel Tower and romantic Seine
Day 3
Louvre & Central Paris
Activities
- βLouvre Museum (Mona Lisa, Venus)
- βTuileries Garden walk
- βChamps-ΓlysΓ©es shopping
- βArc de Triomphe
β Highlight: World's largest museum
Day 4
Notre-Dame, Marais & Latin Quarter
Activities
- βNotre-Dame Cathedral (exterior)
- βSainte-Chapelle
- βMarais historic district
- βLatin Quarter streets
- βLatin Quarter restaurants
β Highlight: Historic medieval Paris
Day 5
Versailles & Departure
Activities
- βDay trip to Palace of Versailles
- βGardens and fountains
- βHall of Mirrors
- βReturn to Paris
- βFarewell dinner
β Highlight: Magnificent royal palace and gardens