The Perfect Day in Paris
The Louvre
As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Paris the Louvre tends to fill up pretty quickly with tourists from all over. If going inside this famous museum is something you’d like to do then I recommend going first thing in the morning! It won’t be too hot and hopefully you can skip some of the crowds. There are different tours to choose from, but I found that the audio guide was just enough information and I enjoyed walking at my own pace! The gardens at the Louvre are beautiful and deserve to have some time spent in them. Walking through the flowers, fountains, and statues makes you feel like you’re in your own Bridgerton movie.
Notre Dame
After the Louvre, take the metro to Notre Dame. Notre Dame is still in the process of renovating after the devastating fire in 2019. Although you cannot go inside the church, you can marvel at the outside exterior.
Sainte-Chapelle
Just an 8 minute walk from Notre Dame, Saints-Chapelle, a stunning chapel in the gothic style. If you’re interested in going inside to take a look at the world famous stained glass I suggest buying an entry ticket and hopefully have a chance to skip the line!
Arc de Triomphe
Hop on the Paris metro again to the world famous Arc de Triomphe. Make sure to time your pictures right because cars are constantly moving around Arc de Triomphe. There is the option to buy tickets to go to the top for a great panoramic view of the city, but if you are only in Paris for a short time then I recommend just hanging out around the base.
Eiffel Tower
The last stop of your day should be at the Eiffel Tower. Make sure to go see the Eiffel Tower in the daylight before going for dinner. I recommend finding a spot to eat around the Eiffel Tower because you don’t want to miss the stunning light show! Once it starts to get dark, head to the park in front of the tower. Although there are people who sell wine in the park, I recommend buying a bottle to take out there beforehand.. trust me, your bank account will appreciate it. As soon as it gets dark, the Eiffel Tower will light up, but that’s not the best part. Every hour the Eiffel Tower will sparkle for 5 minutes. This is a must see while you are in Paris!
**This itinerary is best for people who will use the Paris Metro. It is possible to get to all of these places via taxi, but the Metro is easiest to use. There is a Paris Metro app and this train system is my favorite system I have ever used. Very user friendly and straight forward.
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