7 days in Paris & Reims 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Île de la Cité and Ile Saint-Louis. Louvre Museum and Atelier des Lumieres will appeal to museum buffs. There's still lots to do: pause for some photo ops at Arc de Triomphe, explore the world behind art at Musee Marmottan Monet, don't miss a visit to Hotel de Ville, and contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower.

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Los Angeles, USA to Paris is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Los Angeles to Paris, you'll lose 9 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, Paris is little chillier than Los Angeles - with highs of 77°F and lows of 57°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Reims.

Reims is home to Champagne--the most celebrated and celebratory wine in the world.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Basilique Saint-Remi and Moet et Chandon. Visit Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Laon and Avenue de Champagne for their historical value. Change things up with these side-trips from Reims: Musee du feutre (in Mouzon), La Tranchee de Chattancourt (in Chattancourt) and Castle of Sedan (in Sedan). The adventure continues: kick back and relax at Axo Plage and do a tasting at Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin.

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You can take a train from Paris to Reims in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Paris in August, Reims is slightly colder at night with lows of 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel back home.