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It would take months or years to see all the interesting places in Paris, but even three days spent in this city can hold a lot of interesting events. Plan this period in advance, including walks through the French capital’s iconic districts, visits to museums and sights, bargain shopping, gastronomic delights of the capital’s restaurants, and relaxation in cabarets.
Day 1: Walking around Paris
Usually, a stay in the French capital begins with a group or individual sightseeing tour of Paris. During a walking tour or a car ride you can not only see the main sights, but also get oriented in the city quarters, which is important for further independent walks.
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Tourists who have been to the French capital more than once can be advised to take in-depth tours of interesting parts of the city. Why not take a stroll around the Isle of Cité, visiting Notre Dame Cathedral, the Conciergerie Castle and the Royal Chapel of Saint-Chapelle with its famous stained glass windows?
One of the bridges connecting the Isle of Cité to the Left Bank leads to the Boulevard Saint-Michel, which leads to the heart of the Latin Quarter. In this area you can stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens, see the Sorbonne, check out the church of Saint-Sulpice mentioned in Dan Brown’s book The Da Vinci Code, visit the Pantheon, where the great men of France are buried, and the Cluny Museum of the Middle Ages.
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The narrow winding streets of the Latin Quarter are full of restaurants and bistros where you can grab a quick and inexpensive bite to eat. For the evening, book a dinner at a Michelin restaurant where you can enjoy delicious food, luxurious surroundings and attentive service.
Day 2: continue walking or choose a themed excursion
On the second day you can continue exploring the capital of France by going to the picturesque Marais quarter, where you can see the beautiful Place des Vosges, the Carnavalet Museum of the History of Paris, the Picasso Museum, and the Victor Hugo Museum. The neighborhood is famous not only for its sights, but also for its designer boutiques and shops, which allows you to combine a walk with a pleasant shopping experience.
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From this district it is easy to reach the Place de la Bastille and the Pompidou Center, near which there is an unusual Stravinsky fountain. Fans of modern art will not miss the opportunity to visit the museum, where there are paintings by Modigliani, Chagall and Braque. It is possible to limit yourself to the unusual architecture of this building and go to the Grand Boulevards to visit the Galeries Lafayette and other stores.
No less interesting are thematic excursions, which will acquaint you with various aspects of Parisian life: fashion, theaters, gastronomy. Such guided walks are interesting and fun, allowing you to acquire a lot of useful knowledge about the traditions and modern life of France.
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The perfect way to end the second day is with a stroll through Montmartre. After strolling through the narrow streets of the neighborhood and climbing up to the platform near the Sacré-Coeur church, where you can enjoy a magnificent view of Paris, go to the Moulin Rouge cabaret to admire the colorful show with the invariable cancan and feel the serene atmosphere of Parisian life.
Day three: trip out of town
There are many interesting places around Paris where you can spend a whole day. One of the most popular options is an individual trip to Versailles or Fontainebleau; for experienced travelers, there are many alternatives.
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Tourists will be impressed by the magnificent Château de Chantilly, owned by the powerful aristocratic clans of Montmorency and Condé. The palace houses one of the best collections of paintings, rare books and decorative arts in France. In addition to the castle, visitors can attend a horse show, stroll through the huge park, taste the specialty of Chantilly – whipped cream cooked according to a special recipe.
An interesting event will be a visit to the residence of Empress Josephine Chateau Malmaison or Chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte, which served as a prototype of Versailles.
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Families with children will prefer to visit Disneyland, Asterix Park; nature lovers can go to Tuari Safari Park, where lions, tigers, rhinos and other exotic animals live in natural conditions.
What is it that makes Paris so attractive to tourists?
sunny morning and Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
The French capital The French capital is worth a visit to stroll along the sidewalks and promenades, each stone of which brings back the events of history or reminds you of your favorite literary characters. A stroll through the romantic neighborhoods: Latin Quarter, Montmartre, Champs Elysees, – is good not only in the daytime, but also in the evening, when the Eiffel Tower sparkles with a waterfall of lights, and shop windows shimmer with multicolored lights.
A visit to Paris The best cafes and restaurants are here. Visit the Angelina or La Duree tea salons, where you can drink aromatic coffee or thick, surprisingly tasty chocolate and taste melt-in-your-mouth cakes. If you are hungry, it is better to choose a more solid institution: for example, go to a Michelin restaurant, where they serve real gastronomic masterpieces with magical taste and fabulous decoration. However, in any Parisian bistro you will be treated to appetizing, masterfully prepared dishes that will be remembered for a long time.
Talking about the capital of FranceIt is hard not to mention its artistic treasures: Paris is a true paradise for art lovers. Suffice it to say that the Louvre, with its countless masterpieces, is one of the world’s most famous museums. Fans of the Impressionists will be equally happy to visit the Musée d’Orsay, the Marmottin and the Orangerie, while fans of modern art will visit the Pompidou Gallery, the Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali museums.
Paris is called the fashion capital for a reason. You can make sure of it by going to the Golden Triangle area, to a shopping street or to a major department store, such as Galeries Lafayette or Bon Marchee. You can spend whole hours here looking through the showcases, where the latest novelties of fashion designers are exhibited. If you have unlimited funds, you can shop here. However, thrifty Parisians prefer to shop in discount stores and centers, where stylish branded items can be purchased at half price.
The beauty of the Parisian suburbs is breathtaking. It is not without reason that they were favored by French monarchs and aristocrats. You can be convinced of the charm of these places by visiting Versailles or the charming Fontainebleau, Napoleon’s favorite palace, arranged with royal scale and luxury. The royal residences are just as impressive as the high society estates of Vaux-le-Vicomte and Chantilly. The magnificent palaces are surrounded by equally marvelous parks, with straight alleys, snow-white statues, fountains and fragrant flowers.
First appearing at the end of the 19th century, the VarietésSince then, they have long been an integral part of the French capital. Where else can you cut yourself off from fatigue, cares and troubles, immersing yourself in the bright atmosphere of unbridled fun. Do you want to visit the kingdom of joy? Go to the legendary cabaret Moulin Rouge, Lido or Krazy Horse on the stage of which beauties in fantastic outfits make dizzying pas, and champagne flows at the tables.
The Guillaume Gate on Darcy square in Dijon, France
Finally, a visit to the City of Light It is worth visiting the “city of light” to enjoy its diversity, where secluded streets are juxtaposed with bustling boulevards, magnificent buildings of the past centuries – with mind-boggling modern architecture, and exclusive boutiques – with quite affordable shopping centers. You need to come to the French capital to discover “your” Paris, which will leave an unforgettable trace in your heart.
Tips:
- Before planning your trip, be sure to research the schedules of the museums you’d like to see.
- It’s best to book restaurant reservations and cabaret tickets in advance.
- For traveling around the city, and even more so outside of it, it is best to use a Russian-speaking cab. This will save a lot of time and effort, as it is quite difficult to reach many out-of-town attractions by public transportation.
- It is best to avoid visiting Disneyland and other children’s parks on weekends, as many locals also join the flow of tourists during this time.
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