Essential Paris on a Budget: Culture, Parks, and Neighbourhoods

Start in central Paris with peaceful park strolls, iconic art collections, and flagship shopping arcades.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Du Pain et des Idées

   08:00 – 09:00

   Grab fresh pastries and coffee at a famous traditional Parisian bakery.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Outdoor

   Leisurely Morning at Parc Monceau

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk past statues and classical colonnades in one of the city's elegant green spaces.

3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Best of the Louvre Museum Private Tour with Monalisa

   10:45 – 12:15

   Take a guided tour to see key masterpieces inside the world's largest art museum.

   • entryINR 32205
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Le Soufflé

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy savory French soufflés at a classic nearby bistro.

5. 13:45|15:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Relax at Tuileries Garden

   13:45 – 15:00

   Stroll through the historic formal gardens connecting the Louvre and Place de la Concorde.

   • entryFree
6. 15:15|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Musée de l'Orangerie Visit

   15:15 – 16:45

   View Monet's Impressionist Water Lilies murals in custom-designed oval galleries.

   • entryEUR 25
7. 17:00|18:30
   

   Shopping

   Shopping at Galeries Lafayette

   17:00 – 18:30

   Browse the grand department store and admire its famous stained-glass dome.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bouillon Chartier

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on affordable, traditional French fare in a historic Belle Époque dining hall.

Explore the cobblestone streets of Montmartre before heading south into the lively Marais district.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Café de Flore

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with coffee and tartines at a legendary Parisian sidewalk spot.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Visit to Sacré-Cœur Basilica

   09:15 – 10:30

   Ascend the hill to visit the iconic white dome and enjoy panoramic city vistas.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Experience the Artistic Charm of Montmartre

   10:45 – 12:15

   Wander past street artists, historic windmills, and narrow staircases.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Le Consulat

   12:30 – 13:30

   Eat a relaxed lunch at an iconic corner cafe in the heart of Montmartre.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Le Marais District

   13:45 – 15:15

   Walk through medieval lanes lined with courtyards, boutiques, and historic mansions.

   • entryEUR 50
6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Shopping

   Code and design your unique Paris souvenir !

   15:30 – 17:00

   Participate in a creative tech workshop to design a custom keepsake from Paris.

7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit The Pompidou Center

   17:15 – 18:45

   Examine modern art collections inside an architectural landmark.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Chez Janou

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample Provençal dishes and chocolate mousse in a cozy neighbourhood bistro.

Spend the day on the Left Bank exploring historic monuments, tranquil green spaces, and museum gardens.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Les Deux Magots

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy breakfast in the historic literary cafe of Saint-Germain-des-Prés.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Stroll through Luxembourg Gardens

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk along tree-lined paths surrounding the Medici Fountain and Palais du Luxembourg.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Panthéon Visit

   10:45 – 12:15

   Tour the neoclassical monument housing the crypts of France's notable historical figures.

   • entryEUR 15
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bistrot Paul Bert

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste traditional French bistro classics prepared with seasonal ingredients.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore St-Germain-des-Prés

   13:45 – 15:15

   Meander through historic streets filled with art galleries, bookshops, and cafes.

   • entryEUR 20
6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Musée Rodin

   15:30 – 17:00

   View Auguste Rodin's famous sculptures set among sculpture gardens and historic rooms.

   • entryEUR 12
7. 17:15|18:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Wine tasting Paris Saint Germain des Pres

   17:15 – 18:45

   Sample selected French wines led by a local sommelier in a neighbourhood cellar.

   • entryINR 5484
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Le Procope

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine at Paris's oldest continuously operating cafe and restaurant.

Cycle through lesser-known areas, visit world-class Impressionist art, and relax along the Seine.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Carette

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy coffee and brioche near Place des Vosges.

2. 09:15|10:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning Bike Tour of Hidden Paris

   09:15 – 10:45

   Ride past quiet backstreets, hidden courtyards, and lesser-known historical sites.

   • entryFree
3. 11:00|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Orsay Museum Tour

   11:00 – 12:15

   Admire Impressionist masterpieces housed inside a converted Beaux-Arts railway station.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at L'As du Fallafel

   12:30 – 13:30

   Grab a quick and famous falafel sandwich in the vibrant Marais district.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Outdoor

   Relaxing Afternoon at Parc des Buttes-Chaumont

   13:45 – 15:15

   Unwind in a steep, hilltop park featuring a suspension bridge and cliffside temple views.

6. 15:30|17:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Two-hour Paris Tour including short walk and one hour Seine Cruise

   15:30 – 17:30

   Combine a guided riverside walking section with a sightseeing boat cruise on the Seine.

   • entryINR 20494
7. 17:45|19:00
   

   Outdoor

   Evening Seine River Walk

   17:45 – 19:00

   Stroll along the riverbanks as the city lights turn on across the bridges.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Le Relais de l'Entrecôte

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy classic steak-frites served with secret herb sauce.

Conclude your journey visiting classic monuments, historic river islands, and culinary heritage sites.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Café de la Paix

   08:00 – 09:00

   Have breakfast opposite the Opera Garnier in an opulent historic setting.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Arc de Triomphe

   09:15 – 10:30

   Examine the iconic triumphal arch at the top of the Champs-Élysées.

   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit to Palais Royal Gardens

   10:45 – 12:15

   Walk through arcaded courtyard gardens featuring Buren's striped art columns.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Angelina Paris

   12:30 – 13:30

   Stop for lunch and famous hot chocolate along Rue de Rivoli.

5. 13:45|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Île de la Cité

   13:45 – 15:15

   Discover the ancient heart of Paris, home to Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle.

   • entryFree
6. 15:30|17:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Experience Île Saint-Louis

   15:30 – 17:00

   Wander quiet residential streets known for artisanal ice cream and historic mansions.

   • entryFree
7. 17:15|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Walk through the gourmand Paris history

   17:15 – 19:00

   Explore the culinary history of Paris on a guided walk through traditional food markets and historic shops.

   • entryINR 8784
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bouillon Julien

   19:30 – 21:00

   Finish the trip with affordable dining inside an Art Nouveau landmark.