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Paris

Things to do

Paris is a city of riverside monuments, neighbourhood markets and world-class museums. Choose one district at a time so garden pauses remain part of the day.

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Jardin du Luxembourg
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Pick an area. Leave room to wander.

Distances are approximate straight-line distances from the reference point, not walking distances or public-transport zones. Suggested visiting times and durations are editorial guidance, not opening hours.

Reference point: Notre-Dame forecourt

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Free refers to the listed experience, not every activity on site. Paid attractions may offer limited free days. Family suggestions do not guarantee step-free access.

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Numbered pins match the cards. Locations are approximate; follow the venue’s entrance instructions.

Within approximately 1.5 km

City centre

Jardin du Luxembourg
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01Free

Jardin du Luxembourg

Rest among formal gardens, chairs and fountains; some children’s activities charge separately and gates close seasonally.

Approximate distance from reference point: 1.2 km

Best time to visit
Morning or late afternoon within gate hours
Suggested duration
1–2 hours
Hours, tickets & practical details

Outdoor access; check local restrictions, weather and gate times where applicable.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.
Louvre
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02Paid / selected free days

Louvre

Choose a collection route rather than trying to see the whole museum; timed entry and eligibility rules should be checked before purchase.

Approximate distance from reference point: 1.2 km

Best time to visit
First reserved slot or an advertised late-opening session
Suggested duration
3–4 hours
Hours, tickets & practical details

Check the official calendar for your visit date, ticket choices and last entry; no fixed timetable is asserted here.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.
04Free

Notre-Dame Cathedral

Visit the restored cathedral respectfully and use the official reservation/access system; do not buy a supposed compulsory basic-entry ticket.

Approximate distance from reference point: 0.0 km

Best time to visit
Morning after checking the current entry arrangements
Suggested duration
1 hour
Hours, tickets & practical details

Outdoor access; check local restrictions, weather and gate times where applicable.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.
07Free

Seine riverside near Île de la Cité

Follow open pedestrian sections for bridge and island views; quay access can close during flooding or events.

Approximate distance from reference point: 0.2 km

Best time to visit
Late afternoon into early evening
Suggested duration
1 hour
Hours, tickets & practical details

Outdoor access; check local restrictions, weather and gate times where applicable.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.
08Paid / selected free days

Sainte-Chapelle

See the royal chapel’s stained glass in a compact but highly sought-after visit; allow time for security checks.

Approximate distance from reference point: 0.4 km

Best time to visit
A bright-day reserved slot
Suggested duration
1 hour
Hours, tickets & practical details

Check the official calendar for your visit date, ticket choices and last entry; no fixed timetable is asserted here.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.

Approximately 1.5–4 km

Nearby neighbourhoods

05Paid / selected free days

Musée d’Orsay

Explore nineteenth-century and Impressionist art inside a former railway station; book a timed slot and choose priorities.

Approximate distance from reference point: 1.9 km

Best time to visit
Reserved morning or afternoon
Suggested duration
2–3 hours
Hours, tickets & practical details

Check the official calendar for your visit date, ticket choices and last entry; no fixed timetable is asserted here.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.
06Free

Montmartre lanes and Sacré-Cœur exterior

Walk the hilltop neighbourhood and public viewpoints; steep streets, steps and crowds require a slower pace.

Approximate distance from reference point: 3.8 km

Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon
Suggested duration
2 hours
Hours, tickets & practical details

Outdoor access; check local restrictions, weather and gate times where applicable.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.

Approximately 4–10 km

Farther out

03Paid / selected free days

Eiffel Tower

Book the level and access method you want; a ground-level view is a separate free experience, not tower admission.

Approximate distance from reference point: 4.1 km

Best time to visit
Clear daytime for views or a booked evening visit
Suggested duration
2–3 hours
Hours, tickets & practical details

Check the official calendar for your visit date, ticket choices and last entry; no fixed timetable is asserted here.

Check current access, opening times and admission with the venue.

AFTER THE SIGHTSEEING

Evening atmosphere

Le Marais, Latin Quarter and Bastille

Choose the Marais or Latin Quarter for dinner and walking; Bastille is a useful starting area for bars. A Seine-side stroll gives a different evening from a late-night venue.

An editorial suggestion, not a live crowd ranking. Check venue hours and event programmes for your date.

Daytime discoveries. Evening memories.

WhenPlaces to considerPlanning tip
DaytimeJardin du Luxembourg · Louvre · Eiffel TowerChoose one or two stops and allow time between them.
EveningEiffel Tower · Seine riverside near Île de la CitéCheck evening access and the last journey back before setting out.
Rainy dayLouvre · Notre-Dame Cathedral · Musée d’OrsayCheck indoor opening times before changing your plan.

A FLEXIBLE STARTING POINT

Build your visit

These are optional outing ideas, not a required number of days. Choose fewer stops for a short stay; give distant attractions their own outing. Confirm travel connections and opening days.

01

Notre-Dame Cathedral → Seine riverside near Île de la Cité

Use this as a starting combination. Check the walking route, tickets and opening hours before committing.

02

Sainte-Chapelle → Jardin du Luxembourg

Use this as a starting combination. Check the walking route, tickets and opening hours before committing.

03

Louvre → Musée d’Orsay

Use this as a starting combination. Check the walking route, tickets and opening hours before committing.

Plan with official information

Guide edition: October 2026. Hours and prices are not live; each card explains what to check. Linked destination guides may direct you to individual venues. Booking links appear only where provided.