Six days in Paris means you can do it all—and still have time to wander aimlessly through a market or linger over a second glass of wine. This itinerary covers the big names (yes, the Louvre and Eiffel Tower are in here), but also gives you the luxury of slowing down. You’ll explore the city’s best museums, catch views from rooftops and rivers, discover cosy cafés, and venture into neighbourhoods that feel like well-kept secrets. From market stalls to Monet, here's how to stretch out six dreamy Parisian days.
🗓️ Day 1: Welcome to Paris—Towers, Boats and First Bites
Start at the Eiffel Tower
Begin your trip with Paris’s most recognisable landmark. Whether you admire it from below or head up the tower is up to you, but we recommend saving your skyline view for another spot later in the week. The Champ de Mars park is perfect for a morning stroll with coffee and a pastry in hand.
🛣️ Getting there: Métro Line 6 to Bir-Hakeim or RER C to Champ de Mars–Tour Eiffel.
Cruise the Seine
Next, head down to Port de la Bourdonnais and board a Seine river cruise. It’s the ideal introduction to the city’s layout and highlights, with audio commentary as you glide past key sights.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Bateaux Parisiens Seine Cruise.
Lunch with a view
Try lunch at Café de l’Homme at Trocadéro. It’s stylish, relaxed and has Eiffel Tower views if you sit on the terrace. Go for the sea bass or burrata salad.
Stroll the Trocadéro and walk to the Arc de Triomphe
After lunch, explore the Trocadéro area before walking (or hopping on Métro Line 6 to Line 1) to the Arc de Triomphe. Climb to the top for sweeping views over the city and the Champs-Élysées stretching out below.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Arc de Triomphe entry.
Dinner near Saint-Germain-des-Prés
Dinner near Saint-Germain-des-Prés
End the day with a cosy meal at Le Relais Saint-Germain. It’s all dark wood, soft lighting, and perfectly executed French classics like duck confit or roast chicken with jus.
Day 2: Art, Gardens and Rooftop Views
Louvre Museum morning
Get there early to avoid the crowds. Focus on highlights like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Louvre’s Napoleonic apartments—or follow a themed trail if you’ve been before.
🛣️ Métro Line 1 to Palais Royal–Musée du Louvre.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Louvre Museum entry.
Walk through the Tuileries
Exit the Louvre and enter the beautiful Tuileries Garden. Find a green chair by the fountain and enjoy a moment of calm.
Lunch at Angelina
Right by the garden, Angelina is famous for its rich hot chocolate and elegant French fare. Try the truffle ravioli or a club sandwich—and don’t leave without a Mont Blanc pastry.
Musée d'Orsay afternoon
Musée d'Orsay afternoon
Cross the Seine to the Musée d’Orsay. Inside this former train station you’ll find the best Impressionist collection in the world. Highlights include Monet, Degas, Manet and the iconic clock window.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Musée d’Orsay.
Dinner in the Latin Quarter
Head over to the Latin Quarter and dine at Le Petit Prince de Paris. It's vintage, romantic and never too loud. Their goat cheese salad and chocolate lava cake are local favourites.
🗓️ Day 3: Montmartre Magic
Morning at Sacré-Cœur
Start early with a ride or walk up to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. The view from the top rivals the Eiffel Tower—and it’s completely free.
🛣️ Métro Line 2 to Anvers, then funicular or short uphill walk.
Explore Montmartre
Wander Place du Tertre where artists still paint live, then stroll Rue de l’Abreuvoir and peek at La Maison Rose. Check out Espace Dalí for a surrealist art fix and explore the tiny Musée de Montmartre if time allows.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Espace Dalí.
Lunch at Le Relais Gascon
Warm goat cheese salad piled with potatoes? Yes please. This spot is hearty, welcoming, and a Montmartre staple.
Pastries and side streets
Pastries and side streets
Grab a pistachio snail from Le Grenier à Pain and spend the afternoon browsing vintage stores or sketching in a park.
Cabaret night
Book ahead for La Nouvelle Eve. It’s a fabulous old-school cabaret—colourful, lively, and a little cheeky without being over the top.
🗓️ Day 4: Islands, History and Literary Corners
Sainte-Chapelle
Arrive early to catch the morning light through the stained glass windows. Sainte-Chapelle is small but unforgettable.
🛣️ Métro Line 4 to Cité.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Sainte-Chapelle.
Coffee on Île Saint-Louis
Wander to Île Saint-Louis and stop at Café Saint-Régis for a croissant and coffee with a side of charm.
Notre-Dame’s exterior and the Latin Quarter
While the cathedral’s interior is still under restoration, the outside is still photo-worthy. Then cross the bridge into the Latin Quarter and explore bookshops, student cafés, and the famous Shakespeare and Company.
Lunch at Bouillon Racine
Elegant art nouveau interiors and affordable brasserie-style French dishes. It’s a treat without the tourist price tag.
Afternoon at Panthéon or Musée de Cluny
Afternoon at Panthéon or Musée de Cluny
Choose between the Panthéon, with its famous crypt and impressive dome, or the medieval treasures at Musée de Cluny.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Both options are available.
Dinner in Le Marais
Try Robert et Louise for rustic steak cooked over an open fire. The vibe is warm, communal and delicious.
🗓️ Day 5: Modern Paris and Hidden Corners
Centre Pompidou morning
Explore Paris’s most famous contemporary art museum with its inside-out architecture and colourful pipes. Inside, you’ll find works by Duchamp, Kandinsky, and Basquiat.
🛣️ Métro Line 11 to Rambuteau.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Centre Pompidou.
Coffee at Café Beaubourg
Directly outside, this stylish café is great for a caffeine hit and people-watching.
Le Marais wander + lunch
Wander through Le Marais’s boutiques, galleries and old-world arcades. For lunch, stop at L’As du Fallafel (for a quick bite) or Breizh Café for savoury galettes and cidre.
Afternoon at Atelier des Lumières or Picasso Museum
Depending on your mood, opt for the immersive digital art experience at Atelier des Lumières or dive into Picasso’s work and process at the Musée Picasso.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Both attractions.
Dinner and rooftop drinks
Dine at Les Enfants du Marché inside Marché des Enfants Rouges—tucked away, buzzy and inventive. Then head to Le Perchoir Marais for a rooftop cocktail and sunset over the city.
Day 6: Green Spaces, Grand Views and Farewell Feasts
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
Start your day with a slower pace. This hilly park is full of locals jogging, relaxing, and walking dogs. There’s even a waterfall and a temple on a cliff.
🛣️ Métro Line 7bis to Buttes-Chaumont.
Picnic lunch
Pick up goodies from a local boulangerie or épicerie—cheese, fruit, a baguette, and a chilled drink. Lay out under the trees and soak up your last full day.
Afternoon at Musée Rodin
Head back toward central Paris for a peaceful garden stroll surrounded by sculptures. It’s a serene and inspiring spot that often flies under the radar.
💡 Included with the Paris Pass: Musée Rodin.
Final dinner in the 1st arrondissement
Book your last meal at Juveniles. It’s a cosy wine bar with a short, thoughtful menu. Try the pork belly with mustard mash and toast your trip with a French red.
Six days in Paris lets you move at your own pace—there’s time to see the famous spots and still get wonderfully lost down a cobbled side street. By now, you’ve tasted the best of the city: the culture, the cuisine, the creative spirit. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, this kind of slow, immersive travel leaves room for the unexpected. And honestly? That’s where Paris shines brightest.
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