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.

Start off your visit on the 27th (Fri): admire the striking features of Palace of Versailles. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, then admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and then explore the galleries of Louvre Museum.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, use the Paris trip planner.

Indianapolis, USA to Paris is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Indianapolis to Paris is 6 hours. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Indianapolis in May: high temperatures in Paris hover around 64°F and lows are around 49°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Sat) to allow time to travel to Paris.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Sainte-Chapelle, then wander the streets of Île de la Cité, then examine the collection at Musee Rodin, and finally explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay. Here are some ideas for day two: get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, and then take a stroll through Montmartre.

For where to stay, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read our Paris journey planner.

Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Mon) to allow time to fly back home.