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PARIS INTENSELY: WHITE DOME, TOWERS, MUSEUM AND LIGHTS

Q: What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere. Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season. Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value. Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

Sacré-Cœur watches over Montmartre's lanes, Louvre galleries go on forever, riverbanks glow at dusk, wine bars hum with conversation. Paris, simply.

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📖 11 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Live Paris intensely. Climb to Sacré-Cœur. Lose yourself in Montmartre. Cross the Louvre. Dine near the Arc de Triomphe. Walk along Seine quays. Savor the Marais atmosphere.

Sacré-Cœur: white dome overlooks
Louvre: infinite marble galleries
Arc de Triomphe: sunset golden
Marais: cobbled lanes wine bars

Your day-by-day itinerary

Day

Sacre Coeur

white dome rises montmartre

6 photos

Day 1

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Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre

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Discovery of the artists' quarter and panorama over Paris

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Next stop

Distance: 0.4 km

Travel time: 1min

Day

Mur Des Je Taime

love declarations cover wall

3 photos

Day 2

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Wall of I Love You

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Romantic break at Jehan Rictus square

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Next stop

Distance: 0.6 km

Travel time: 1min

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Moulin Rouge

dance energy can can spectacle

5 photos

Day 3

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Moulin Rouge and Pigalle

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Discovery of the atmosphere of Parisian cabarets

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Next stop

Distance: 3.8 km

Travel time: 15min

Day

Arc De Triomphe

triumphal gateway avenue champs

9 photos

Day 4

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Discover

Arc de Triomphe and climb to the terrace

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Panoramic view of the historic axis and La Défense

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Next stop

Distance: 2.5 km

Travel time: 10min

Day

Champs Elysees

avenue lined with boutique grandeur

6 photos

Day 5

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Champs-Élysées Avenue

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Stroll and windows of major luxury brands

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Next stop

Distance: 1.3 km

Travel time: 5min

Day

Pont Alexandre Iii

belle époque bridge gilded ornate

5 photos

Day 6

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Pont Alexandre III and Grand Palais

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Stroll between the golden columns and view of Les Invalides

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Next stop

Distance: 1.5 km

Travel time: 3min

Day

Place Concorde

5 photos

Day 7

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Place de la Concorde and Luxor Obelisk

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Discovery of the revolutionary history of the place

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Next stop

Distance: 0.9 km

Travel time: 2min

Day

Jardin Des Tuileries

palatial gardens geometric symmetry

6 photos

Day 8

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Tuileries Garden and Arc du Carrousel

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Stroll through the paths and relaxing break

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Next stop

Distance: 1.1 km

Travel time: 2min

Day

Opera Garnier

baroque opulence gilded hall

6 photos

Day 9

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Opéra Garnier and its grand foyer

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Discovery of Second Empire architecture

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Next stop

Distance: 5.5 km

Travel time: 20min

Day

Tour Eiffel

lattice tower iron prestige

4 photos

Day 10

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Eiffel Tower and panorama from the top

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Walk at Champ-de-Mars and iconic photos

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Next stop

Distance: 2 km

Travel time: 4min

Day

Invalides

dome glitters golden monument

6 photos

Day 11

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Hôtel des Invalides and Napoleon's tomb

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Visit to the Army Museum

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Next stop

Distance: 2.8 km

Travel time: 6min

Day

Pont Des Arts

pedestrian bridge romance sunset

6 photos

Day 12

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Pont des Arts and view of the Seine

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Romantic stroll between the bridges of Paris

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Next stop

Distance: 1.5 km

Travel time: 3min

Day

Notre Dame

cathedral spirals rose window

4 photos

Day 13

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Notre-Dame-de-Paris Cathedral

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Stroll on Île de la Cité and tasting at Berthillon

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Next stop

Distance: 1.2 km

Travel time: 2min

Day

Pantheon

dome intellectual pantheon honor

6 photos

Day 14

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Panthéon and tombs of great French figures

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Discovery of the Latin Quarter and arenas of Lutetia

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Next stop

Distance: 2.4 km

Travel time: 5min

Day

Palais Royal

columned courtyard sanctuary peace

7 photos

Day 15

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Palais Royal Garden and Buren Columns

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Photos around the Deux Plateaux

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Next stop

Distance: 0.8 km

Travel time: 2min

Day

Louvre

endless galleries masterpiece treasure

4 photos

Day 16

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Louvre Museum and glass Pyramids

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Discovery of masterpieces of world art

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Next stop

Distance: 2.5 km

Travel time: 10min

Day

Centre Pompidou

colorful pipes modern boldness

10 photos

Day 17

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Centre Pompidou and modern exhibitions

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Walk in the Marais and rue des Rosiers

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Next stop

Distance: 1.5 km

Travel time: 3min

Day

Place Des Vosges

arcaded square burgundy beauty

3 photos

Day 18

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Place des Vosges and private mansions

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Walk to the Bastille

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Next stop

Distance: 1.8 km

Travel time: 4min

Day

Rue Cremieux

pastel buildings instagram dream

6 photos

Day 19

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Rue Crémieux (colorful houses)

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Photos and peaceful walk

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Next stop

Distance: 1.2 km

Travel time: 2min

Day

Jardin Des Plantes

botanical refuge green sanctuary

4 photos

Day 20

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Discover

Jardin des Plantes and Grande Galerie de l'Évolution

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Visit to the Great Mosque of Paris

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 16 and 24 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in France?

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