I loved my visits to Paris over the years! Here are some of my recommendations for when you travel there.
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Sample Itinerary
What to do
Where to stay
Food and drink
Sample Itinerary
I used this itinerary when I last visited Paris in August 2023. I highly recommend it to make the most of your visit to the City of Love!
Here is an itinerary I put together for when I last visited Paris!
72 Hours in Paris: A Complete Guide
What to do
Here are some great things to do both in and outside of Paris.
Mont Saint-Michel is a magical place. Highly recommend going.
Mont Saint-Michel Full-Day Tour from Paris
If you're looking for a guided tower of the Eiffel Tower, this is a good one. The summit can only be accessed if the weather is good.
Eiffel Tower Guided Access to 2nd Floor with Summit Option
Get exercise while sightseeing!
Paris Eiffel Tower Group Climbing Tour with Summit Option
Good way to see Versailles without worrying about traveling there yourself.
Versailles Skip-the-Line Tour From Paris with Gardens
Montemarte is a unique part of Paris that everyone should explore.
Montmartre Walking Tour: Best Art Culture and Food
A must for Emily in Paris fans!
Emily in Paris Tour
A great way to see the Normandy WWII sites.
Normandy D-Day Beaches and American Cemetery Day Trip from Paris
Venture beneath the City of Light to explore the dark underworld of the Paris Catacombs
Paris Catacombs Tour with Secret Rooms & Privileged Access
Run to the Mona Lisa because it is always crowded!
Skip the Line: Louvre Museum
Add Giverny to your stop with Versailles for a day full of art and luxury!
Giverny and Versailles Palace Audio Guided Day Trip with Lunch from Paris
If you drive yourself, here is a guide for your Normandy trip!
BLOG: 10 Must-Visit D-Day Sites in Normandy
Nice way to explore Le Marais.
Le Marais Tour
Where to stay
So many places to choose from on where to stay! I do recommend these from personally visiting/staying here over my times in Paris.
A gorgeous Hilton hotel right near the train station to make for easy traveling throughout the city.
Hilton Paris Opera
A luxurious stay in a great location of Paris.
Ritz Paris
Cute boutique hotel.
Maison Astor Paris, Curio Collection by Hilton
This is an easy walk to the Arc de Triomphe.
Renaissance Paris Nobel Tour Eiffel Hotel
Staying overnight in Normandy? This was one of the most memorable places I’ve ever stayed. The owners have curated an incredible collection of WWII memorabilia over the past two decades, thoughtfully displayed throughout the hotel.
D DAY AVIATORS (Normandy)
Food and drink
Here were some of my favorite places to eat and drink in Paris.
Fun way to explore the city's best food!
Paris Small-Group Food Tour
Reservations open 90 days out—and it’s worth the planning. This is the ultimate dining experience in Paris. The views, service, and atmosphere are truly unmatched.
Le Jules Verne in the Eiffel Tower
A great lunch in the Eiffel Tower.
Paris Late Lunch at Eiffel Tower's Madame Brasserie Restaurant
