9 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.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Champs-Elysees and Le Marais. Museum-lovers will appreciate Louvre Museum and The Army Museum. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Paris: Chateau Royal de Blois (in Blois), Palace of Versailles (in Versailles) and Chateau de Chantilly (in Chantilly City). There's lots more to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, admire the landmark architecture of Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Rouen, make a trip to Lochnagar Crater, and visit Saint Germain des Pres Quarter.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Paris driving holiday planning website.

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, daytime highs in Paris are 70°F, while nighttime lows are 53°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can travel back home.