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3 Days in Paris: Itinerary 2026
Start your morning at the Eiffel Tower (Champ de Mars, 75007 Paris). Arrive by 9:00 AM via Metro line 6 to Bir-Hakeim to avoid long queues. Spend about 2 hours exploringβ¦ πΌ Day 1: Iconic Landmarks
Start your morning at the Eiffel Tower (Champ de Mars, 75007 Paris). Arrive by 9:00 AM via Metro line 6 to Bir-Hakeim to avoid long queues. Spend about 2 hours exploring the tower and its surroundings.
ποΈ Afternoon in the Louvre
Take Metro line 9 from TrocadΓ©ro to Palais Royal-MusΓ©e du Louvre (arrival around 12:30 PM). Focus on the Denon Wing for the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. Allocate 3 hours, and grab a quick lunch at the food court inside.
π Evening in Montmartre
Head to Montmartre via Metro line 12 to Abbesses (about 30 minutes from the Louvre). Visit SacrΓ©-CΕur Basilica for sunset views, then stroll through Place du Tertre. Dinner at Le Consulat (18 Rue Norvins, 75018) offers classic French cuisine.
π° Day 2: Royal Palace & Gardens
Take RER C from Saint-Michel-Notre-Dame to Versailles-ChΓ’teau-Rive-Gauche (40 minutes). Arrive by 9:00 AM to beat crowds. Explore the Palace of Versailles (β¬20 entry) and spend 2 hours in the gardens. Return to Paris by 1:00 PM.
π¨ Afternoon in Le Marais
From Versailles, take RER C back to Saint-Michel, then Metro line 4 to Saint-Paul (30 minutes total). Wander the Jewish Quarter and visit the Picasso Museum (5 Rue de Thorigny, 75003). Entry is β¬14, and the museum closes at 6:00 PM.
π· Evening in Saint-Germain
Walk from Le Marais to Saint-Germain-des-PrΓ©s (20 minutes). Enjoy dinner at CafΓ© de Flore (172 Boulevard Saint-Germain, 75006) for classic bistro fare. Afterward, grab a drink at a nearby wine bar like Le Comptoir du Relais.
ποΈ Day 3: Latin Quarter & Notre-Dame
Start at the Latin Quarter, taking Metro line 10 to Cluny-La Sorbonne. Visit the PanthΓ©on (Place du PanthΓ©on, 75005, β¬11.50) and the MusΓ©e de Cluny (28 Rue du Sommerard, 75005, β¬12). Spend about 2 hours total before lunch.
ποΈ Afternoon Shopping & Departure
Walk to Notre-Dame Cathedral (closed for restoration but viewable from outside). Then head to Rue de Rivoli for souvenir shopping. If time allows, visit the nearby Centre Pompidou (Place Georges-Pompidou, 75004, β¬15) before catching your train or flight.
Solid plan, you'll cover a lot of ground. I'd swap the food court lunch at the Louvre for something from the Rue de Rivoli side, there's a little Lebanese spot called L'As du Fallafel that's a 10 minute walk and way better than anything inside the museum. For Montmartre, skip Le Consulat and try Le Coq Rico on Rue Lepic instead, it's a bit quieter and their roast chicken is the real deal.
One thing the guide misses is that the RER C to Versailles can be a mess with strikes or delays, so check the Transilien app that morning. Also, the gardens are only free on non-fountain days, and if you're there on a Tuesday or Saturday, the Musical Gardens show costs extra but is worth it for the fountains alone. For Day 3, the PanthΓ©on has a killer view from the dome if you're up for the climb, and it's usually less crowded than the Eiffel Tower.
Airport to City Center (2026)
The metro line connects the airport to downtown in about 30 minutes for a flat fare of β¬5. Trains run every 10 minutes from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM. Purchase tickets at the aβ¦ π Metro and Rail Options
The metro line connects the airport to downtown in about 30 minutes for a flat fare of β¬5. Trains run every 10 minutes from 5:30 AM to 11:30 PM. Purchase tickets at the automated machines near arrivals; they accept credit cards and cash.
π Airport Bus Services
Express buses depart every 20 minutes from the airport bus terminal to the central station. The journey takes 45 minutes and costs β¬8 one way. Tickets can be bought online or from the driver, but online is cheaper at β¬7.
π Taxi and Ride-Hailing
Official taxis from the airport to the city center cost a fixed β¬35, including luggage. Avoid unlicensed drivers who approach you in the arrivals hall; always use the official taxi rank. Uber and Bolt are available but surge pricing can double the fare during peak hours.
π Car Rentals and Parking
Major rental agencies like Hertz and Avis have desks in the arrivals area. A compact car costs around β¬40 per day with full insurance. Short-term parking at the airport is β¬3 per hour, while long-term lots offer β¬15 per day.
π‘ Avoiding Taxi Scams
Always confirm the fixed fare before getting into a taxi. Scammers often claim the meter is broken and demand inflated prices. Use only the official taxi queue and refuse rides from touts inside the terminal.
π± Booking Tips and Apps
Book airport transfers in advance through apps like Welcome Pickups for a fixed rate of β¬30. Public transport tickets can be purchased via the city's official transit app, which also shows real-time schedules. For ride-hailing, compare prices on Uber and Bolt before confirming.
π Late Night Arrivals
After midnight, metro and bus services stop running. Taxis and ride-hailing are the only options, with a surcharge of β¬5 added to the fare. Pre-book a private transfer to avoid long waits at the taxi rank.
The metro is definitely the best value, but if you're arriving during rush hour it gets packed between Hauptwache and Konstablerwache. I've had better luck with the express bus when I have a suitcase because there's dedicated luggage racks and you get a seat more often.
One thing the guide doesn't mention is that the transit app lets you buy a group day ticket for up to five people for about β¬15. If you're traveling with friends or family that covers the whole city network including the airport run. Way cheaper than five individual metro tickets.
For late night arrivals I'd skip Uber entirely and just go for the official taxi rank. The surcharge is annoying but at least the price is predictable. I once waited 40 minutes for a surge-priced Uber that never showed and ended up paying more for a taxi anyway.