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 Louvre Museum and The Army Museum capture your imagination. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Chateau de Fontainebleau and Fontainebleau Forest (Foret de Fontainebleau). Venture out of the city with trips to Chateau de Maintenon (in Maintenon), Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte (in Maincy) and Orléans Cathedral (in Orleans). And it doesn't end there: admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chartres Cathedral, head off the coast to Ile Saint-Louis, and take a stroll through Île de la Cité.

For where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Paris trip tool.

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 July, daily temperatures in Paris can reach 79°F, while at night they dip to 60°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.