Paris in 3 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 3 days itinerary for Paris: 10 places grouped geographically into walking routes (18 h of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
1 day · 2 days · 3 days · Things to do in Paris
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Day 1 · 6 h 30 min visiting · approx. 4.6 km walking between stops
- Eiffel Tower — 2 h visit. It is 330 meters high, almost 280 meters more than the Arc de Triomphe. Hours: 09:30–23:45 · Jun 21–Sep 02: 09:00–00:45 · Jul 14,Jul 15 closed.
- Arc de Triomphe — 1 h visit (approx. 1.7 km from previous stop). It was commissioned by Napoleon I in 1806 to commemorate the victories of the French army, standing out with a specific founder and purpose. Hours: Apr 2–Jan 31: Mon–Sun 10:00–22:30 · Apr 1,Sep 30: Mon–Sun 10:00–23:00 · Oct 1,Dec 31: Mon–Sun 10:00–22:30.
- Place de la Concorde — 30 min visit (approx. 2.1 km from previous stop). It is the largest square in Paris, which, during the French Revolution, was the site of Louis XVI's execution, unlike the Colonne de Juillet.
- Musée d'Orsay — 3 h visit (approx. 730 m from previous stop). Housed in the former Gare d'Orsay railway station from 1900, it represents a unique combination of architecture and art. Hours: Tue–Sun 09:30–18:00 · Thu 09:30–21:45.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Brasserie Lipp — It is famous for traditional Alsatian cuisine and a lively atmosphere, which is a distinguishing feature among typical Parisian brasseries.
- Vagenende — It has retained its original charm from 1906 and Art Nouveau decorations, making it an ideal place for groups and families.
Day 2 · 6 h visiting · approx. 4.7 km walking between stops
- Louvre Museum — 4 h visit. As one of the largest museums in the world, it showcases iconic works, including the Mona Lisa, providing a monumental journey through art history. Hours: Mon,Thu,Sat–Sun 09:00–18:00 · Tue closed · Wed,Fri 09:00–21:00.
- Opéra Garnier — 1 h 15 min visit (approx. 1.2 km from previous stop). Its gilded interiors and Grand Staircase represent the pinnacle of 19th-century opera architecture, offering an experience different from the monumental halls of the Louvre or church naves. Hours: 10:00–17:00.
- Ruines de la Bastille — 45 min visit (approx. 3.5 km from previous stop). On the site of the former fortress, a symbol of the revolution, today stands the Place de la Bastille with the July Column, with no trace of the building itself.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
- Latin Saint-Jacques — It offers simple, tasty French dishes in the Latin Quarter, standing out with affordable prices and a casual atmosphere appreciated by students.
- Le Procope — It is the oldest cafe in the city, which as an elegant restaurant hosted philosophers and revolutionaries.
Day 3 · 5 h 30 min visiting · approx. 4.7 km walking between stops
- Notre-Dame Cathedral — 1 h 30 min visit. The construction of this Gothic cathedral on the Île de la Cité began in 1163 and lasted over 180 years, becoming a symbol of Paris. Hours: Mon,Tue,Wed,Fri 07:50–19:00 · Thu 07:50–22:00 · Sat,Sun 08:15–19:30.
- Panthéon — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 800 m from previous stop). Originally a church, it was transformed into a mausoleum for prominent figures, including Maria Skłodowska-Curie, after the revolution. Hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–18:00 · Apr 1–Sep 30: Mon–Sun 10:00–18:30.
- Père Lachaise Cemetery — 2 h 30 min visit (approx. 3.9 km from previous stop). It is the largest cemetery in Paris, founded in 1804, and the burial place of many famous figures. Hours: Mon–Fri 08:00–17:30 · Sat 08:30–17:30 · Sun 09:00–17:30.
Where to eat along the route (Day 3)
- Brasserie Balzar — In contrast to more casual establishments, it retains an authentic, somewhat formal character and is a favorite meeting place for academic and artistic circles.
- Bouillon Racine — It serves dishes in a historic Art Nouveau interior, which is an attraction in itself, at affordable prices.
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