5 days in Paris Itinerary

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Let the collections at Chateau de Fontainebleau and Atelier des Lumieres capture your imagination. Popular historic sites such as Arc de Triomphe and Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte are in your itinerary. Change things up with these side-trips from Paris: Arboretum de la Vallee-aux-Loups (in Chatenay-Malabry), Arboretum des Grandes Bruyères (in Ingrannes) and The Trianons & The Hamlet (in Versailles). There's still lots to do: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Abbaye de Saint-Germain-des-Pres, wander the streets of Montmartre, and get to know the fascinating history of Champs-Elysees.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read Paris vacation maker.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Paris-Orly Airport, Charles de Gaulle International Airport and Paris Beauvais Tillé Airport. In September, plan for daily highs up to °F, and evening lows to °F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel back home.