3 days in Paris & Mont-Saint-Michel 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.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Tue): steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, then admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and then explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, admire the striking features of Louvre Museum, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

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Marseille to Paris is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also take a train; or drive. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Marseille in September: high temperatures in Paris hover around 24°C and lows are around 13°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can travel to Mont-Saint-Michel.

Le Mont-Saint-Michel is an island commune in Normandy, France. Kick off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): admire the landmark architecture of Mont Saint-Michel, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Église Saint-Pierre - Le Mont-Saint-Michel, then make a trip to La Poste, Mont-Saint-Michel, and finally explore the different monuments and memorials at Cimetiere Militaire Americain de Saint-James.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Mont-Saint-Michel trip itinerary builder website.

You can do a combination of train and taxi from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In September in Mont-Saint-Michel, expect temperatures between 24°C during the day and 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Thu) so you can catch the flight back home.