The Perfect 6-Day Paris Itinerary: The Exact Itinerary That I Used In Paris
In a previous post, I gave you guys all the details on my recent trip to Paris. To make your life even easier for Paris planning, here is the exact 6-day itinerary that I used for my own trip, plus some extras that I didn’t have time to do, but that you absolutely should! This itinerary is perfect for going to Paris for your first time. There is a quick printable (or pinnable) itinerary, and I’ve broken it down further if you want more details.
I’ve even included the hotel that I stayed at since that’s where we started each day. If you do this itinerary to a T, there’s a lot of walking involved, but you could always modify it or take public transport.
I hope you find this helpful for planning a trip to Paris!
xx, Heather
6-Day Paris Itinerary
Where We Stayed
Hotel Trianon Rive Gauche in Saint Germain des Pres in the 6th Arrondissement.
Day 1
Odette tea room - for tea and pastries
Luxembourg gardens - bring a book, and some lunch. Grab a seat in one of the many green chairs in the park
Famous cafe’s in the area: get a coffee or a bite to eat before dinner
Cafe de Flore - this cafe has been there since 1887. It’s a classic
Les Duex Magots cafe - again, this cafe opened in 1885. Another iconic, yet charming spot
Shakespeare & Company cafe - half book shop, half cafe. A great spot for a coffee break
Head down to the River Seine to watch the sunset
Day 2
Eiffel Tower - the best view is from Trocadero across the Seine from the Eiffel Tower
Cafe L’Homme - for lunch and views of the Eiffel Tower above the crowds
Peninsula Hotel - stop in to see the lobby or grab a drink on the roof
Arc de Triomphe - take the underground pathway to get up close to it - there’s no way of crossing the street otherwise
Champs-Élysées - tons of shopping and restaurants. I found it a bit too touristy and busy, but it is still a must see and you’re basically there once you’ve reached the Arc de Triomphe
Plaza Athénée - This is the hotel you always see Instagram models at. The outside is gorg, but also go into the dinning area in the middle of the ground floor for the courtyard in the below pic
Laduree - there are several in the city, so if the one on Champs-Élysées is crazy (which it was when I went), there will be plenty of others
Pont Alexandre III - one of the most picturesque bridges over the Seine. Head down to Bistrot Alexandre III or another cafe/bar on the river level, for a late afternoon glass of rosé
Day 3
Take the metro or a cab to Montmartre
Montmartre self-guided walking tour hitting some of the most famous spots, cafes, and sites. Obviously you don’t need to eat/drink at every cafe, but they’re worth seeing!
Moulin Rouge - obviously.
Le Deux Moulins - the cafe where the the movie Amélie took place
Le Moulin de la Galette - the famous windmill cafe from the Renoir painting
La Maison Rose - the pink cafe you see all over Instagram and Pinterest
Rue l’Abreuvoir - one of the main streets that you’ll walk along
Le Consulat Cafe - probably one of the most photographed cafes in the area
Place du Tertre - outdoor market with vendors, painters, etc.
Sacré-Cœur Basilica - even if you don’t go inside the Basilica, you can see all of Paris from the view (the top of Montmartre)
Le Refuge des Fondues - a fondue shop that serves wine in baby bottles. Actually
The Wall of Love - a mural with love in about a million different languages. A good spot of a selfie with your travel buddy
L’objet qui Parle - a cute antique shop. It’s super tiny but with lots of little gems
Le Grenier à Pain - for a baguette on the ride home
Day 4
Breakfast at Angelina Cafe - the hot chocolate is to die for. Also, Coco Chanel used to come here so you know it’s a classic. Make a reservation, or go right when they open - this place gets packed very quickly
Rue de Rivioli - you’ll walk along this famous street on your way to the Louvre
Tour the Louvre - this could easily take you all day, so stay for how ever long (or short) you want
Tuileries Gardens - free gardens just outside the Louve. Find a place to sit in the sun after being inside all morning
Palais Garnier - the Paris Opera house. A little bit of a walk from the Lourve, but it’s so worth it
Cafe Kitsune - for a coffee and a bite to eat
Day 5
Take the train to Versailles - you’ll spend most of the day here. Definitely buy tickets ahead of time and make sure you get in the correct line, for pre-purchased tickets. The lines were a hot mess when I went, and people had no idea where they were going. I also recommend getting there as early as humanly possible since it gets more crowded in the early afternoon
Day 6
Explore Île de la Cité - the little island in the center of the River Siene
Notre Dame Cathedral - again, go early to avoid a long line
Au Vieux Paris d’Arcole Cafe - the cutest little restaurant, and it’s in one of the oldest buildings in Paris
The Sainte Chapelle - less well known than the nearby Notre Dame, but worth it to see the stained glass in this church
Le Marais district
Rue des Rosiers - the old Jewish quarter that is now super trendy. Plus there’s still so many good bakeries
Place des Vosges - a beautiful little park, and it’s actually the oldest planned square in Paris
A few more Paris recommendations:
Perruche - go to the 9th floor of Printemps de l'Homme for a drink
Du pain et Des Idees Boulangerie - go here for bread, pastries, all the good stuff
Ralphs - yes, this is a Ralph Lauren restaurant, but I’ve heard it’s amazing. Go for lunch
FAVST - cafe on the Seine by day and nightclub under the bridge by night
Le Perchoir - yet another rooftop bar that I wish I had time for
Monsier Mouche - cocktails on the Seine with a view of the Eiffel Tower. What could be better?
Derrière - check out the secret smoking room on the second-floor. You enter through an antique armoire with a trapdoor
Candelaria - a Mexican taqueria. Go to the door in the back for the cocktail speakeasy
Relais d'Entrecote - if you’re into steak, I hear this is the spot
Hotel Amour - the courtyard looks like Instagram heaven. Think pink and white awnings, lots of greenery, and little cafe tables
Want even more Paris tips? Check out this post for the full recap of my trip.
