4 days in Paris & Versailles 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 24th (Thu): stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, then steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay and then explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Paris holiday planner.

Newark, USA to Paris is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Traveling from Newark in March, plan for a bit warmer nights in Paris, with lows around 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Fri) so you can drive to Versailles.

Renowned for its vast royal palace and gardens built by King Louis XIV, Versailles is also one of the wealthiest suburbs of Paris and home to a new cultural notability, such as a thriving artistic and musical scene.

On the 26th (Sat), test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms and then admire the striking features of The Trianons & The Hamlet.

To find traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Versailles tour itinerary planner.

Drive from Paris to Versailles in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 53°F in March, and nighttime lows around 37°F. On the 26th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.