Paris
Seven Classic Days in Paris for Two
Romantic, art-filled Paris days with elegant neighborhood evenings
A one-week, fully sequenced Paris plan balancing art, history, and intimate neighborhood moments with elegant cafés and bistros. Each day stays tightly clustered by area so you can linger over long lunches, golden-hour walks, and Seine-side sunsets without rushing across town.
Highlights
Experience the Louvre, Tuileries, and the Seine in one graceful arc with time for quiet courtyard moments.
Wander Saint‑Germain’s bookshops, cafés, and riverside paths as the city lights up for the night.
Capture classic hilltop views, quiet stairways, and village-like squares at the best light of the day.
Step into royal France with grand halls, formal gardens, and hidden groves just outside Paris.
Blend medieval streets, boutiques, and river isles for a day of history, shopping, and people‑watching.
Trace the evolution of art from Impressionism to modern works in two beautifully sized museums.
Where to Stay
Hôtel Relais Saint‑Germain
Boutique hotel with classic decor, wood beams, and excellent on-site bistro Le Comptoir du Relais in the heart of Saint‑Germain.
$280-350/night
Hôtel Brighton
Elegant 19th-century building facing the Tuileries with many rooms offering Eiffel Tower and garden views, decorated in a classic style.
$260-330/night
Hôtel Parc Saint‑Séverin
Refined small hotel on a quiet side street near Saint‑Séverin church, with tasteful decor and some rooms offering rooftop views.
$220-280/nightGood to Know
Use Timed Tickets Strategically
Book timed-entry slots in late morning for the Louvre, Orsay, and Sainte‑Chapelle, then build meals and walks around those fixed anchors. Avoid scheduling two timed entries on opposite sides of the city back-to-back.
Cluster Your Neighborhoods
Plan each day around one or two adjacent neighborhoods (e.g., Louvre + Tuileries, then Palais Royal) so that almost everything is within a 15–20 minute walk.
Metro Basics
Buy a Navigo Easy card at any Metro station and load 10-ticket carnets; validate each ride at the gate and keep the card for the week. Avoid boarding busy trains with your phone or wallet in a back pocket.
Restaurant Reservations & Timing
Reserve dinners for 19:30–20:00 in popular places, especially Thursday to Saturday. If you don’t have a booking, try arriving right when they open or later in the evening when the first seating is finishing.
Respect Lunch Hours
Many sit-down restaurants stop serving lunch by 14:00–14:30; after that, options are mainly cafés, bakeries, or brasseries. Start looking for lunch by around 12:30 to have full choice.
Dress Code: Polished Casual
Parisians tend to dress neatly in dark or neutral colors; smart jeans or trousers, simple dresses, and nice shoes work almost everywhere.
Handling Cash and Cards
Cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is useful for small bakeries, markets, or public toilets. Inform your bank of travel dates and enable tap-to-pay; keep a backup card in a separate place.
Early or Late for Iconic Views
For spots like Montmartre, the Seine quays, or Place des Vosges, aim for early morning or just before sunset to avoid heavy crowds and get the best light.
Your Week Itinerary
Café de la Régence
Elegant café steps from the Louvre; order a tartine with butter and jam, a croissant, and café crème for a classic French start.
45m · $10-18 per person
Louvre Museum
Focus on the Denon Wing (Italian painting, Mona Lisa), Richelieu courtyard sculptures, and the French painting galleries; enter via the underground Carrousel entrance if the Pyramid lines are long.
2h 30m · $20
Tuileries Garden
Stroll the central alleys from the Louvre toward Place de la Concorde, stopping at the octagonal basin for photos and people-watching on the iconic green chairs.
1h · Free
Le Petit Vendôme
Busy, traditional bistro; try the croque-monsieur or charcuterie plate with a glass of house wine.
1h · $20-30 per person
Galerie Vivienne & Covered Passages
Walk through Galerie Vivienne and nearby passages for mosaicked floors, glass roofs, and refined boutiques; excellent soft-light indoor photography.
1h · Free
Bistrot Richelieu
Traditional French dishes like duck confit and steak-frites in a cozy, wood-paneled room.
1h 30m · $30-45 per person
Café de Flore
Historic literary café; sit on the terrace if possible and order the breakfast formule with eggs, pastry, juice, and coffee.
1h · $18-28 per person
Musée d'Orsay
Explore Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces; don’t miss the clock windows on the top floor for views over the Seine.
2h 30m · $20
Les Antiquaires
Chic yet relaxed bistro; order the plat du jour or roast chicken with a glass of wine.
1h 15m · $25-35 per person
Musée de l'Orangerie
Walk across the bridge and Tuileries to see Monet’s Nymphéas and a compact but excellent collection of modern art downstairs.
1h 30m · $15
Saint‑Germain‑des‑Prés Evening Stroll
Wander Rue Bonaparte, Rue Jacob, and the riverside Quais; browse bookshops like Librairie Galignani’s Left Bank cousins and watch the Seine from Pont des Arts.
1h 30m · Free
Le Comptoir du Relais
Popular bistro with classic dishes elevated by excellent ingredients; reserve if possible or aim for early seating.
1h 30m · $35-50 per person39 activities across 7 days
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