Three days in Paris is short, but it’s enough to see the essentials and have a genuine experience of the City of Light. The secret is to prioritize, not overwhelm yourself, and leave room to wander the streets—Paris is made for walking.
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Day 1: Classics and Arrival
Morning (8am-12pm): Arrive early, drop your bags at the hotel (check-in is usually 3pm, but ask to store luggage). Head out for breakfast at a Parisian café. Tip: a genuine croissant is different from what you know—real butter, flaky layers.
Afternoon (12pm-5pm): Walk to the Eiffel Tower (20-30 min from the center). No need to go up—photograph it from outside. Trocadéro is the best angle. Lunch at a cheap bistro nearby.
Evening (5pm+): Seine at sunset. Turn your back to the Tower, watch Pont des Arts, the river shimmering. Dinner at a bistro. Sleep early—jet lag.
Day 2: Museums and Culture
Morning: The Louvre. Arrive at 9am (opens at 9am) to avoid the huge line. Focus on the main works (Mona Lisa, Winged Victory—2-3 hours). Don’t try to do the whole museum—you’ll go crazy.
Afternoon: Leave the Louvre, walk to Île de la Cité. Visit Notre-Dame Cathedral (exterior construction if restoration continues). Place Dauphine is beautiful.
Evening: Latin Quarter. Narrow streets, bookshops, cafés. Dinner at a small bistro. Watch genuine nightlife (not Pigalle).
Day 3: Neighborhoods and Experiences
Morning: Montmartre. Sacré-Cœur Basilica. Place du Tertre (artists). Walk random streets—it’s overly cliché romantic but it’s real.
Afternoon: Musée d’Orsay (1-2 hours if you like Impressionism). Or Musée Rodin (smaller, quieter). Or Le Marais (old, charming neighborhood).
Evening: Champs-Élysées at dusk (lit-up shop windows). Final dinner at a memorable restaurant. Savor the city one last time.
Transportation
Buy a Paris Visite 3-day pass (€40-60). Metro + bus everything. Don’t rent a car—driving in Paris is a circus.
Food
- Coffee: €2-3 standing, €5-8 seated.
- Bistro lunch: €12-20 fixed menu (plat du jour).
- Dinner restaurant: €30-60.
- Croissant/bread: €1-2.
- Ice cream: €3-5.
General Tips
Looking like a tourist is OK. Speak English slowly—Parisians appreciate the effort. Don’t try bad French—they’ll laugh. Wear sensible shoes—Paris is for walking. Smartphone with Google Maps saved offline—internet is expensive. Reserve restaurants for dinner (lunch walk-in is normal). Visit museums on weekdays if possible (weekends are crowded).
Alternative Itineraries
For museums: Louvre day 1, d’Orsay day 2, Rodin/Pompidou day 3.
For architecture: Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, Arc de Triomphe, Versailles day trip.
For romance: Focus on cafés, Seine walks, Montmartre at dawn, Latin Quarter bookshops.
For photos: Trocadéro, Pont des Arts, Montmartre, Le Marais, Champs-Élysées at night.
Extension to 4-5 Days
Day 4: Versailles (train day trip, full day). Day 5: Museums you missed or neighborhoods (Canal Saint-Martin, Belleville).
FAQ
Q: Is the metro safe?
A: Yes during the day, at night it’s OK if you’re not sleeping alone in an empty car.
Q: Should I go up the Eiffel Tower?
A: Optional. The view from Trocadéro is free and good. Go up if you like lines and inflated prices.
Q: How much will I spend in 3 days?
A: €200-300 on food/transport/museums per person (without accommodation).
Q: Best time to go?
A: May-September best weather. December-January fewer tourists.
