7 Days in Paris: The Perfect Itinerary
A week in Paris means you can skip the rush entirely — slower mornings, longer lunches, and the freedom to discover your own favourite corner of the city. You'll cover the icons but also find a neighbourhood café you return to every day.
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Your 7-day Paris itinerary, day by day
- Day1
Eiffel Tower and First Evening
Arrive at the Champ de Mars early, do the Eiffel Tower summit, then a Seine cruise to get your bearings. Check into your hotel and spend the evening exploring your immediate neighbourhood — the best way to start any Paris trip.
- Day2
The Louvre, Full Day
The Louvre deserves a full day — the Richelieu wing (French painting, Islamic art) is just as extraordinary as the Denon wing but sees a fraction of the visitors. Take a long lunch break at the Café Marly with its iconic view of the pyramid, then return for the afternoon.
- Day3
Versailles
Full day at Versailles — palace in the morning, gardens and the Petit Trianon hamlet in the afternoon. Marie-Antoinette's private retreat is far more intimate and atmospheric than the main palace. Return to Paris for a quiet dinner.
- Day4
Montmartre Village
Spend the entire morning in Montmartre without rushing — the Sacré-Cœur, the vineyard, the Dali museum, and a long lunch at a neighbourhood bistro on one of the quieter squares. Afternoon at the Moulin Rouge area and the lively Boulevard de Clichy.
- Day5
Musée d'Orsay and Saint-Germain
The d'Orsay is best on a weekday morning — the Impressionist galleries on the top floor are extraordinary and rarely crowded before 11am. Cross the Seine to Saint-Germain for lunch, then explore the covered passages of the 2nd arrondissement in the afternoon — Galerie Vivienne is a highlight.
- Day6
Le Marais Deep Dive
A full day in Le Marais: the Jewish Quarter on Rue des Rosiers for late breakfast, the Musée Picasso, the Centre Pompidou (exterior at minimum, full visit if you love modern art), and an evening in the Bastille neighbourhood with its lively bar scene.
- Day7
Père Lachaise and Canal Saint-Martin
Morning at Père Lachaise cemetery — atmospheric, beautiful, and home to the graves of Chopin, Proust, Edith Piaf, and Jim Morrison. Walk north to the Canal Saint-Martin neighbourhood for lunch at one of the waterside restaurants, then browse the independent boutiques along the canal for the afternoon.
Tips for your Paris trip
- Buy a carnet of 10 metro tickets or load a Navigo card — single tickets are significantly more expensive and queues at machines can be long.
- Most major museums are free on the first Sunday of each month; book time-slot entry online at least a week ahead for the Louvre and Musée d'Orsay regardless.
- Lunch is the best value meal in Paris — many bistros offer a two-course 'formule' for €14–18 that would cost twice as much at dinner.
- Avoid the Champs-Élysées for shopping or dining; walk one block to side streets for the same experience at a fraction of the price.
Other Paris trip lengths
FAQ: 7 days in Paris
Is 7 days enough for Paris?
A week in Paris means you can skip the rush entirely — slower mornings, longer lunches, and the freedom to discover your own favourite corner of the city. If you have more or less time, see our 3 and 5-day Paris itineraries.
What should I do on day 1 in Paris?
Eiffel Tower and First Evening: Arrive at the Champ de Mars early, do the Eiffel Tower summit, then a Seine cruise to get your bearings. Check into your hotel and spend the evening exploring your immediate neighbourhood — the best way to start any Paris trip.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
The best time to visit Paris is April–June and September–October.
Can I customize this 7-day Paris itinerary?
Yes. Open it in Planawai and the AI rebuilds it around your dates, budget, pace and interests. You can then drag stops, change times or ask for changes like "less walking" or "more food".
Build my personalized Paris plan
This 7-day itinerary is a starting point. Planawai's AI trip planner rebuilds it around your dates, budget, pace and who you travel with, with a map and cost estimate for every day. Free to start.