How to Spend 3 Days in Paris (2024 Travel Itinerary)
How to Spend 3 Days in Paris (2024 Travel Itinerary)
Notable moments
- 00:54 Renting an E-Bike in Paris
The hosts demonstrate renting and riding Lime electric bikes along the streets of Paris. They explain that using e-bikes is a faster and cheaper alternative to taking taxis when exploring the city's sights.
Paris, France - 01:08 Visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral
The host stands in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral, discussing its ongoing restoration following the 2019 fire. Visitors can view the iconic Gothic façade along with scaffolding, cranes, and a nearby viewing platform.
Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris, France - 01:51 Street Music near Notre-Dame
A local accordion player, Philippe-Maurice Jean-Claude, performs French music on a bridge near Notre-Dame. The host drops 2 euros into his tip box while enjoying the performance against the cathedral backdrop.
Pont Saint-Michel, Paris, France - 02:46 Pastries at La Maison d'Isabelle
The group visits La Maison d'Isabelle bakery, famous for winning Paris's best butter croissant award in 2018. They buy warm, freshly baked croissants and pastries to eat outside.
La Maison d'Isabelle, Paris, France - 03:12 Visiting Sainte-Chapelle
The video showcases the interior of Sainte-Chapelle, featuring its magnificent 13th-century stained glass windows and Gothic architecture. The host notes that entry costs 13 euros and recommends it as a top attraction near Notre-Dame.
Sainte-Chapelle, Paris, France - 03:41 Dining at Les Deux Palais
The group sits at an outdoor terrace table at Les Deux Palais, located right across from Sainte-Chapelle. They enjoy Aperol Spritz cocktails and a warm goat cheese salad for $62.50 total.
Les Deux Palais, Paris, France - 04:34 Crossing Pont des Arts
The host walks across Pont des Arts, historically known as the Love Lock Bridge where couples attached padlocks. He explains how the city replaced the padlock-covered wire meshes with glass panels due to weight safety concerns.
Pont des Arts, Paris, France - 05:30 Exploring the Louvre Museum Exterior
The video shows the Cour Napoléon, glass pyramid, and interior galleries of the Louvre Museum. The host discusses famous artwork like the Mona Lisa and gives tips on dealing with crowds.
Louvre Museum, Paris, France - 06:21 Touring Musée d'Orsay
Inside the former Beaux-Arts railway station, the video displays famous Impressionist artwork including paintings by Van Gogh. The host notes that entry is 14 euros and highlights the grand clock window overlooking the Seine.
Musée d'Orsay, Paris, France - 07:19 Hot Chocolate at Angelina
After waiting in line under the arcades, the group sits in Angelina's grand tea room to indulge in rich hot chocolate and macarons. The host notes that while it feels touristy, the hot chocolate itself is exceptional.
Angelina, Paris, France - 08:38 Viewing Les Invalides
The host presents the impressive golden dome and entrance gates of Les Invalides, home to the Musée de l'Armée and Napoleon's tomb. He shares historical context about French military history while pointing out the grand courtyard.
Les Invalides, Paris, France - 09:34 Crossing Pont Alexandre III
The camera captures the extravagant Beaux-Arts details, gilded statues, ornate street lamps, and bronze cherubs on Pont Alexandre III. The bridge offers iconic views across the Seine towards the Eiffel Tower.
Pont Alexandre III, Paris, France - 10:17 Photo Spot at Rue Saint-Dominique
A popular photo spot along Rue Saint-Dominique framed by classic Parisian apartment buildings with the Eiffel Tower centered in the background. The video shows host poses and photo frames captured at dusk.
Rue Saint-Dominique, Paris, France - 10:30 Eiffel Tower Sunset Picnic
The group buys wine and glasses from a nearby shop to have a sunset picnic near the Eiffel Tower. They walk down along the Seine riverbank to toast with champagne flutes as the tower lights up at night.
Champ de Mars, Paris, France - 12:26 Breakfast at Bakery Liberté
In the Le Marais neighborhood, local travel guide Lucile takes the group to bakery Liberté for a traditional French weekend breakfast. They enjoy fresh baguettes, croissants, pain au raisin, and chocolate eclairs on outdoor wooden tables.
Liberté, Paris, France - 13:57 Specialty Coffee at Gramme
Lucile introduces Gramme, a cozy specialty coffee shop located in North Marais. The group gets iced coffee drinks and explores the surrounding trendy boutique shopping streets.
Gramme, Paris, France - 14:52 Truffle Lunch at Artisan de la Truffe
The group dines at Artisan de la Truffe, sampling gourmet dishes infused with fresh black truffle. They enjoy a decadent truffle Croque Monsieur grilled cheese sandwich and truffle macaroni and cheese.
Artisan de la Truffe, Paris, France - 15:42 Courtyard at Les Archives Nationales
Lucile leads the group into the tranquil, colonnaded courtyard of Les Archives Nationales in Le Marais. Entry to the landscaped gardens and palace courtyard is free, making it a peaceful spot to relax after lunch.
Archives Nationales, Paris, France - 16:11 Visiting Hôtel de Sully Courtyard
The hosts walk through the grand garden courtyard of Hôtel de Sully, a 17th-century private mansion in Le Marais. The host describes it as Versailles on a budget with its ornate stone carved facades and manicured lawns.
Hôtel de Sully, Paris, France - 16:36 Exploring Marché des Enfants Rouges
The group explores Marché des Enfants Rouges, the oldest covered food market in Paris. The market features diverse food stalls offering regional French dishes, international street food, and fresh produce.
Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris, France - 16:51 Sandwiches at Chez Alain Miam Miam
Located inside Marché des Enfants Rouges, owner Alain prepares his famous massive toasted sandwiches packed with fresh ham, cheese, and vegetables. The host sits on a park bench nearby to eat and praises the incredible melted cheese and grilled bread.
Chez Alain Miam Miam, Paris, France - 17:43 Macarons at Jean-Paul Hévin
The hosts unbox a boutique gift box of gourmet macarons from famed chocolatier Jean-Paul Hévin. They taste test a crème brûlée macaron outside the shop, noting its rich filling and crisp shell.
Jean-Paul Hévin, Paris, France - 18:41 Budget Dining at Bouillon Pigalle
At Bouillon Pigalle, the host shares budget travel tips while eating escargots and drinking wine. He explains how to ask for free tap water in French restaurants by asking for a carafe d'eau.
Bouillon Pigalle, Paris, France - 19:01 Sunrise View from Sacré-Cœur
Panoramic view of the sun rising over the cityscape of Paris from the steps of the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Montmartre. The footage showcases the white domes of the church illuminated against the morning light.
Sacré-Cœur, Paris, France - 19:16 Exploring the Paris Catacombs
Underground footage shows the narrow stone tunnels and walls stacked with human skulls and bones inside the Paris Catacombs. The host explains the history of these subterranean ossuaries holding millions of Parisians.
Paris Catacombs, Paris, France - 19:26 Visiting the Panthéon
The host stands in front of the grand neoclassical facade and Corinthian columns of the Panthéon in the Latin Quarter. He mentions its historic architecture and significance as a burial place for notable French figures.
Panthéon, Paris, France - 19:50 Walking Galerie Vivienne
The video shows the elegant covered passage of Galerie Vivienne, lined with luxury boutiques, glass ceilings, and mosaic tiled floors. It highlights the historic architectural charm of 19th-century Parisian shopping arcades.
Galerie Vivienne, Paris, France - 20:07 Arc de Triomphe Observation Deck
Looking up through the central archway of the Arc de Triomphe, followed by panoramic rooftop views across the Champs-Élysées and La Défense skyline. The host highlights the monument's historical value and grand views.
Arc de Triomphe, Paris, France - 20:17 Day Trip to Château de Versailles
The camera pans across the gilded iron gates, grand facades, reflecting pools, and extensive manicured gardens of the Château de Versailles. The host recommends visiting this opulent royal palace as an easy day trip from Paris.
Château de Versailles, Versailles, France
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