• Activities/Attractions: €90 – €120 (Eiffel, Arc, Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, Cruise)
• Food: €200 – €400 (mix of boulangeries, cafes, bistros, one splurge dinner)
• Local Transport: €20 – €30 (carnets or Navigo Easy top-ups)
• Miscellaneous (Coffee, Snacks, Souvenirs): €50 – €100+
• Total Estimated (PP): €360 – €650+ for the 3 days.

Culinary Delights Must-Tries:

• Breakfast: Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Espresso
• Lunch/Dinner: Steak Frites, Croque Monsieur/Madame, French Onion Soup, Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourguignon, Duck Confit (Confit de Canard), Escargots
• Snacks/Sweets: Macarons, Crêpes, Eclairs, Crème Brûlée, Mousse au Chocolat, Berthillon Ice Cream
• Basics: Baguette (Tradition), French Cheeses (Fromage), Wine (Vin Rouge/Blanc/Rosé)

Basic French Phrases for Romance & Politeness:

• Bonjour (Bon-zhoor): Hello (during the day)
• Bonsoir (Bon-swahr): Good evening
• Au Revoir (O ruh-vwahr): Goodbye
• S’il vous plaît (Seel voo pleh): Please (formal/plural)
• Merci (beaucoup) (Mehr-see bo-koo): Thank you (very much)
• Oui (Wee): Yes
• Non (Nohn): No
• Excusez-moi (Ex-kew-zay mwah): Excuse me / Pardon me
• Parlez-vous anglais? (Par-lay voo ahn-gleh?): Do you speak English?
• Je voudrais… (Zhuh voo-dray…): I would like… (polite way to order)
• L’addition, s’il vous plaît (La-dee-syon, seel voo pleh): The bill, please.
• C’est délicieux! (Seh day-lee-syuh): It’s delicious!
• C’est magnifique! (Seh ma-nyee-feek): It’s magnificent!
• Je t’aime (Zhuh tem): I love you (use sparingly and appropriately!)
• Mon amour (Mon a-moor): My love (term of endearment)

Final Romantic Touches:

• Buy a single rose from a street vendor.
• Find a bench with a view and just sit together, watching the city.
• Leave a small “love lock” note somewhere meaningful (avoiding public infrastructure where locks are discouraged/removed).
• Pop into a Fromagerie (cheese shop) and Pâtisserie for treats to enjoy back at your hotel.
• Toast with Champagne. It’s Paris!

Enjoy your incredibly romantic Parisian getaway!

Bon voyage!

• Metro/RER: Most efficient way to cover distances. Buy tickets at stations (machines have English options). A single t+ ticket is €2.15. A carnet of 10 is €17.35 (saves money). Navigo Découverte weekly pass (€30 + €5 card fee) covers all zones 1-5 (incl. airports/Versailles) from Mon-Sun.
• Walking: Best way to experience neighborhoods and discover hidden gems.
• Bus: Good for sightseeing above ground but can be slow in traffic. Uses the same t+ tickets.
• Taxi/Uber: Available but more expensive, especially in traffic. Useful for late nights or getting to/from the airport with luggage.
• Batobus: A hop-on-hop-off boat service along the Seine, good for sightseeing but not fast transport.

Estimated Costs (Per Person, Excluding Flights & Accommodation):

• Budget: €80 – €120 per day (picnics, budget bistros, fewer paid attractions, mostly Metro/walking).
• Mid-Range (This Itinerary): €150 – €250+ per day (mix of bistros/restaurants, major attractions, Seine cruise, some treats, Metro).
• Luxury: €300+ per day (fine dining, private tours, taxis, shows, shopping).

Breakdown (Mid-Range Estimate for 3 Days):

• Activities/Attractions: €90 – €120 (Eiffel, Arc, Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, Cruise)
• Food: €200 – €400 (mix of boulangeries, cafes, bistros, one splurge dinner)
• Local Transport: €20 – €30 (carnets or Navigo Easy top-ups)
• Miscellaneous (Coffee, Snacks, Souvenirs): €50 – €100+
• Total Estimated (PP): €360 – €650+ for the 3 days.

Culinary Delights Must-Tries:

• Breakfast: Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Espresso
• Lunch/Dinner: Steak Frites, Croque Monsieur/Madame, French Onion Soup, Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourguignon, Duck Confit (Confit de Canard), Escargots
• Snacks/Sweets: Macarons, Crêpes, Eclairs, Crème Brûlée, Mousse au Chocolat, Berthillon Ice Cream
• Basics: Baguette (Tradition), French Cheeses (Fromage), Wine (Vin Rouge/Blanc/Rosé)

Basic French Phrases for Romance & Politeness:

• Bonjour (Bon-zhoor): Hello (during the day)
• Bonsoir (Bon-swahr): Good evening
• Au Revoir (O ruh-vwahr): Goodbye
• S’il vous plaît (Seel voo pleh): Please (formal/plural)
• Merci (beaucoup) (Mehr-see bo-koo): Thank you (very much)
• Oui (Wee): Yes
• Non (Nohn): No
• Excusez-moi (Ex-kew-zay mwah): Excuse me / Pardon me
• Parlez-vous anglais? (Par-lay voo ahn-gleh?): Do you speak English?
• Je voudrais… (Zhuh voo-dray…): I would like… (polite way to order)
• L’addition, s’il vous plaît (La-dee-syon, seel voo pleh): The bill, please.
• C’est délicieux! (Seh day-lee-syuh): It’s delicious!
• C’est magnifique! (Seh ma-nyee-feek): It’s magnificent!
• Je t’aime (Zhuh tem): I love you (use sparingly and appropriately!)
• Mon amour (Mon a-moor): My love (term of endearment)

Final Romantic Touches:

• Buy a single rose from a street vendor.
• Find a bench with a view and just sit together, watching the city.
• Leave a small “love lock” note somewhere meaningful (avoiding public infrastructure where locks are discouraged/removed).
• Pop into a Fromagerie (cheese shop) and Pâtisserie for treats to enjoy back at your hotel.
• Toast with Champagne. It’s Paris!

Enjoy your incredibly romantic Parisian getaway!

Bon voyage!

1. Book Ahead: Especially for the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, popular tours, and special dinners. Time slots sell out fast.
2. Transport Pass: Consider the Navigo Découverte pass (requires a small photo, valid Mon-Sun) if you arrive early in the week and plan extensive travel. Otherwise, buy a carnet (pack of 10 t+ tickets) or individual tickets. Paris is very walkable, but the Metro is efficient for longer distances.
3. Comfortable Shoes: Absolutely essential. You’ll be doing a lot of walking on charming but often uneven cobblestones.
4. Learn Basic French: Effort goes a long way (see section below).
5. Embrace Flexibility: This is your romantic trip. If you want to linger longer over coffee or skip a museum for a spontaneous stroll, do it!
6. Safety: Be aware of pickpockets, especially in crowded areas and on the Metro. Keep valuables secure.

Day 1: Iconic Landmarks & River Romance

• Morning (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM): Eiffel Tower & Trocadéro Views
  • Activity: Start your day at the Eiffel Tower. Pre-book tickets online (official website is best) for summit access around 9:30/10:00 AM to beat the worst crowds. The views are breathtaking.
  • Romance: Take classic couple photos from the Place du Trocadéro across the river after your visit for the best unobstructed views. Share a pain au chocolat from a nearby boulangerie while you soak it in.
  • Transport: Metro lines 6 (Bir-Hakeim), 9 (Trocadéro), or RER C (Champ de Mars – Tour Eiffel).
  • Culinary: Grab breakfast pastries & coffee from a local Boulangerie.
  • Cost Est: €29.40 (summit lift access per person), €5 (pastries/coffee).

• Lunch (1:00 PM – 2:00 PM): Casual Chic near the Tower
  • Activity: Find a charming bistro or brasserie on a side street near the Eiffel Tower (e.g., Rue Cler market street area) for a classic French lunch.
  • Culinary: Croque Monsieur/Madame, Salade Niçoise, Steak Frites. Glass of wine.
  • Cost Est: €20-€35 per person.

• Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées Stroll
  • Activity: Take the Metro to Charles de Gaulle – Étoile. Ascend the Arc de Triomphe (pre-book!) for stunning panoramic views down the avenues, including the Champs-Élysées towards the Louvre. Then, stroll hand-in-hand down the famous Champs-Élysées. Window shop, maybe stop for macarons at Ladurée.
  • Transport: Metro line 6 from Bir-Hakeim or walk/Metro from lunch spot. Walk down Champs-Élysées.
  • Culinary: Macarons from Ladurée or Pierre Hermé.
  • Cost Est: €16 (Arc entry per person), €10-€15 (macarons).

• Evening (6:00 PM onwards): Seine River Cruise & Latin Quarter Dinner
  • Activity: Take a magical Evening Seine River Cruise (approx. 1 hour) as the city lights up. Companies like Bateaux Mouches or Vedettes du Pont Neuf depart near Pont de l’Alma or Pont Neuf. Seeing the Eiffel Tower sparkle on the hour from the river is peak romance.
  • Dinner: Head to the historic Latin Quarter. Get lost in its winding medieval streets. Find a cozy, traditional bistro for dinner.
  • Transport: Metro to embarkation point (e.g., Alma-Marceau or Pont Neuf), then Metro to Latin Quarter (e.g., Saint-Michel or Odéon).
  • Culinary: Classic French dinner – Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourguignon, French Onion Soup. Good bottle of French wine. Crème brûlée to share.
  • Tours: Pre-book your Seine Cruise. Consider a combined Cruise + Dinner package for ease, though dining in the Latin Quarter offers more authentic charm.
  • Cost Est: €15-€20 (Cruise per person), €40-€70 (Dinner per person).

Day 2: Art, Charm & Montmartre Magic

• Morning (9:30 AM – 1:00 PM): Masterpieces at the Louvre
  • Activity: Immerse yourselves in art at the Louvre Museum. Pre-book tickets essential for a specific time slot. Don’t try to see everything! Focus on key wings/masterpieces: Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, Winged Victory of Samothrace, perhaps the Apollo Gallery or Napoleon III Apartments for opulence.
  • Romance: Steal a quiet moment in a less crowded gallery or admire the Pyramid courtyard together.
  • Transport: Metro lines 1 or 7 (Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre).
  • Culinary: Quick espresso and croissant at a café near the Louvre before entry.
  • Cost Est: €22 (Louvre entry per person), €5 (coffee/pastry).

• Lunch (1:00 PM – 2:30 PM): Picnic Chic or Marais Delight
  • Option 1 (Romantic Picnic): Walk through the Tuileries Garden (Jardin des Tuileries) connecting the Louvre to Place de la Concorde. Pick up supplies (baguette, cheese, charcuterie, fruit, wine) from a local shop or market (like Rue Montorgueil – a short Metro ride away) and find a bench or grassy spot.
  • Option 2 (Le Marais Charm): Take a short walk or Metro ride to the trendy Le Marais district. Explore its historic mansions, chic boutiques, and find lunch at a stylish café or classic spot like L’As du Fallafel (famous, casual) in the Jewish Quarter. Don’t miss the beautiful Place des Vosges.
  • Transport: Walk through Tuileries. Metro if going further for supplies or to Le Marais (e.g., Line 1 to Saint-Paul).
  • Culinary: Picnic goodies or diverse options in Le Marais.
  • Cost Est: €15-€30 per person.

• Afternoon (2:30 PM – 5:30 PM): Artistic Soul of Montmartre
  • Activity: Take the Metro to Abbesses (look for the famous Art Nouveau entrance) or Anvers. Explore Montmartre. Wander up the hill (or take the funicular – uses a Metro ticket) to the stunning Sacré-Cœur Basilica (free entry, amazing city views). Watch artists at work in the Place du Tertre. Get lost in the charming, ivy-clad streets.
  • Romance: Find the “Wall of Love” (Le Mur des Je t’aime) near Abbesses station. Share a crêpe from a street stand.
  • Transport: Metro line 12 (Abbesses) or 2 (Anvers). Funicular optional.
  • Culinary: Crêpe (Nutella, sugar & lemon, ham & cheese).
  • Cost Est: €2.15 (Funicular/Metro ticket each way per person if needed), €5-€8 (crêpe).

• Evening (6:30 PM onwards): Romantic Dinner in Montmartre & Show (Optional)
  • Activity: Montmartre has countless atmospheric restaurants, perfect for a romantic dinner. Find one tucked away on a quieter street.
  • Optional: Consider catching a show at the legendary Moulin Rouge (book far in advance) or a smaller, more intimate cabaret nearby for a quintessential Parisian night out.
  • Transport: Walk from your exploration. Metro back to your accommodation.
  • Culinary: Choose a restaurant with ambiance – perhaps try Escargots, Duck Confit. Good wine is a must.
  • Cost Est: €50-€90 (Dinner per person), €100+ (Moulin Rouge per person).

Day 3: Left Bank Literary Charm & Farewell Splendor

• Morning (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM): Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle & Île de la Cité
  • Activity: Head to Île de la Cité. Admire the exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral and the ongoing restoration work. Then, visit the breathtaking Sainte-Chapelle (pre-book tickets!). Its stained-glass windows are simply jaw-dropping, especially on a sunny morning. Walk across the Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris.
  • Romance: Imagine the history unfolding on this island, the heart of medieval Paris.
  • Transport: Metro line 4 (Cité or Saint-Michel).
  • Culinary: Indulge in exquisite pastries from a top Pâtisserie nearby.
  • Cost Est: €13 (Sainte-Chapelle entry per person), €8-€12 (pastries).

• Lunch (12:30 PM – 2:00 PM): Saint-Germain-des-Prés Vibe
  • Activity: Walk or take a short Metro ride to the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood, the historical hub of intellectuals and artists. Soak in the atmosphere. Have lunch at a classic literary café like Les Deux Magots or Café de Flore (be prepared for higher prices and tourist crowds, but the history is palpable) or find a charming bistro nearby.
  • Transport: Walk or Metro line 4 / 10 (Odéon or Saint-Germain-des-Prés).
  • Culinary: Classic French café fare, maybe an Omelette or Salade Composée. People-watch with coffee.
  • Cost Est: €25-€45 per person.

• Afternoon (2:00 PM – 5:00 PM): Luxembourg Gardens & Literary Strolls
  • Activity: Spend time relaxing in the beautiful Luxembourg Gardens (Jardin du Luxembourg). Watch the sailboats on the pond, admire the Medici Fountain, find a quiet bench. Afterwards, browse the iconic Shakespeare and Company bookstore (expect a queue) opposite Notre Dame, or explore the chic boutiques and art galleries of Saint-Germain.
  • Romance: Recline on the classic green chairs in the gardens, share secrets, read poetry aloud (if that’s your thing!).
  • Transport: Walk.
  • Culinary: Maybe grab an ice cream (Berthillon is famous, nearby on Île Saint-Louis) or another coffee.
  • Cost Est: €5-€10 (ice cream/coffee).

• Evening (6:30 PM onwards): Farewell Romantic Dinner
  • Activity: For your last night, choose a special restaurant. Options:
    • Splurge: A Michelin-starred experience or a restaurant with Eiffel Tower views (like Les Ombres or Girafe – book months ahead).
    • Charming & Classic: A well-regarded bistro in Le Marais, Saint-Germain, or near your accommodation.
    • Unique: A restaurant on a péniche (boat) docked on the Seine.
  • Romance: Dress up a little, toast to your Parisian adventure, savor the food and ambiance. Perhaps one last look at the sparkling Eiffel Tower before heading back.
  • Transport: Metro or Taxi/Uber.
  • Culinary: Whatever your heart desires! Modern French, classic haute cuisine, etc.
  • Cost Est: €70 – €200+ per person (depending heavily on choice).

Transport Deep Dive:

• Metro/RER: Most efficient way to cover distances. Buy tickets at stations (machines have English options). A single t+ ticket is €2.15. A carnet of 10 is €17.35 (saves money). Navigo Découverte weekly pass (€30 + €5 card fee) covers all zones 1-5 (incl. airports/Versailles) from Mon-Sun.
• Walking: Best way to experience neighborhoods and discover hidden gems.
• Bus: Good for sightseeing above ground but can be slow in traffic. Uses the same t+ tickets.
• Taxi/Uber: Available but more expensive, especially in traffic. Useful for late nights or getting to/from the airport with luggage.
• Batobus: A hop-on-hop-off boat service along the Seine, good for sightseeing but not fast transport.

Estimated Costs (Per Person, Excluding Flights & Accommodation):

• Budget: €80 – €120 per day (picnics, budget bistros, fewer paid attractions, mostly Metro/walking).
• Mid-Range (This Itinerary): €150 – €250+ per day (mix of bistros/restaurants, major attractions, Seine cruise, some treats, Metro).
• Luxury: €300+ per day (fine dining, private tours, taxis, shows, shopping).

Breakdown (Mid-Range Estimate for 3 Days):

• Activities/Attractions: €90 – €120 (Eiffel, Arc, Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, Cruise)
• Food: €200 – €400 (mix of boulangeries, cafes, bistros, one splurge dinner)
• Local Transport: €20 – €30 (carnets or Navigo Easy top-ups)
• Miscellaneous (Coffee, Snacks, Souvenirs): €50 – €100+
• Total Estimated (PP): €360 – €650+ for the 3 days.

Culinary Delights Must-Tries:

• Breakfast: Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Espresso
• Lunch/Dinner: Steak Frites, Croque Monsieur/Madame, French Onion Soup, Coq au Vin, Boeuf Bourguignon, Duck Confit (Confit de Canard), Escargots
• Snacks/Sweets: Macarons, Crêpes, Eclairs, Crème Brûlée, Mousse au Chocolat, Berthillon Ice Cream
• Basics: Baguette (Tradition), French Cheeses (Fromage), Wine (Vin Rouge/Blanc/Rosé)

Basic French Phrases for Romance & Politeness:

• Bonjour (Bon-zhoor): Hello (during the day)
• Bonsoir (Bon-swahr): Good evening
• Au Revoir (O ruh-vwahr): Goodbye
• S’il vous plaît (Seel voo pleh): Please (formal/plural)
• Merci (beaucoup) (Mehr-see bo-koo): Thank you (very much)
• Oui (Wee): Yes
• Non (Nohn): No
• Excusez-moi (Ex-kew-zay mwah): Excuse me / Pardon me
• Parlez-vous anglais? (Par-lay voo ahn-gleh?): Do you speak English?
• Je voudrais… (Zhuh voo-dray…): I would like… (polite way to order)
• L’addition, s’il vous plaît (La-dee-syon, seel voo pleh): The bill, please.
• C’est délicieux! (Seh day-lee-syuh): It’s delicious!
• C’est magnifique! (Seh ma-nyee-feek): It’s magnificent!
• Je t’aime (Zhuh tem): I love you (use sparingly and appropriately!)
• Mon amour (Mon a-moor): My love (term of endearment)

Final Romantic Touches:

• Buy a single rose from a street vendor.
• Find a bench with a view and just sit together, watching the city.
• Leave a small “love lock” note somewhere meaningful (avoiding public infrastructure where locks are discouraged/removed).
• Pop into a Fromagerie (cheese shop) and Pâtisserie for treats to enjoy back at your hotel.
• Toast with Champagne. It’s Paris!

Enjoy your incredibly romantic Parisian getaway!

Bon voyage!