Travel Guide: The Perfect Paris Weekend

 

 photo credit:  Irina Krupovich
photo credit: Irina Krupovich

Dreaming of Paris? The quaint cafés, stylish streets, and oh… that Eiffel Tower peaking out of the clouds. It would be nice to have a few weeks to discover all of this romantic city’s secrets, but if you get the chance to visit, even for a bit, please do say yes. If you know the right places to go, a few days is all you’ll need for…

THE PERFECT PARIS WEEKEND 🇫🇷

DAY 1

Morning

📷Pictures of the Eiffel Tower from the Trocadéro view point

🏛️Visit the Arc de Triomphe observation deck for a view of the city

🌳Enjoy a walk down the Champs-Elysées 

Afternoon

☕Tea Time on the second floor of Ladurée – locations all around Paris

💤After a busy morning of sight-seeing and travel, I always leave time for a nap

🌙Romantic boat ride on the Seine river

DAY 2

Morning 

🖼️Louvre Museum to say hello to little miss Mona Lisa

☕Coffee at Cafe Marly with a view of the Louvre’s glass pyramids

🍝Trendy Italian Lunch Daroco nearby

Afternoon

⛪Tour Notre Dame Cathedral

🌳Relaxing stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens

🍽️Trendy dinner with botanical atmosphere at Alcazar

🍾Late night drinks at Jacques’ Bar in The Hoxton

DAY 3

Morning 

📷Pictures at the Galeries Lafayette rooftop with secret views of Paris

🏛️Visit the historic Moulin Rouge & Basilique du Sacre Cœur de Monmarte

🍕Delicious lunch at trendy Pink Mamma or Brasserie Barbes

Afternoon 

🚗Shop at this hidden gem: Merci – an iconic Parisian concept store

☕Afternoon coffee at Le Used Book Café, maybe bring some cards & play a game or two

MORE TRAVEL TIPS BELOW

WHAT TIME OF YEAR SHOULD I VISIT?

My favorite month in Paris is June, especially around Bastille Day (France’s July 4th) when the Eiffel Tower has a spectacular firework display, music, and festivities. Highly recommend seeing once in your lifetime. 🎆

But the best time of year to visit is when the weather and tourism is mild around April, May, June then October and November.

January and February is the cheapest time of year to visit.

WHERE SHOULD I STAY?

Location, Location, Location… is most important when time is short.

The Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg is 5-star designer hotel centrally located in the heart of the city. Once an 18th century Parisian mansion, the luxurious decor in all 125 rooms radiates sophistication from balcony to the all-inclusive breakfast. Surrounded by designer boutiques, pick up a Ladurée macaroon next door before strolling to the famous Champs-Élysées Avenue, Louvre Museum, and the Eiffel Tower within walking distance.

Vibrant fresh flowers adorn the Sofitel Le Faubourg lobby during your peaceful stay. Then step out to shop at some of the district’s boutiques like Gucci, Cartier, Chanel, Burberry, & Louis Vuitton.

 photo credit: Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg
photo credit: Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg
 Photo credit:  Roxanne Matiz
Photo credit: Roxanne Matiz

A traveler’s dream, you’ll feel like your living like a local Parisian as soon as you check in. Secret Tip: Be sure to ask for a balcony room for views of the cobblestone streets!

Biggest thank you to Sofitel Hotels for inviting my on this Perfect Parisian Weekend!

Was such a dream staying in the heart of the city during Paris Fashion Week. #LivetheFrenchWay 🇫🇷

Planning a trip to Paris?

Would love to hear below all about your trip and if you enjoyed any of the tips on this post!

 

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38 Comments

  1. vera
    March 11, 2019 / 2:30 am

    Thanks for all of this and you are so pretty Caila and the cutest too! Love the fashions you pull off as well.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:45 pm

      Thank you so much girly!

  2. cheryl
    March 11, 2019 / 2:36 am

    Will use these for the future the links and what you shared. Caila you’re beautiful inside and outside.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:45 pm

      So happy these are useful for you! You are so sweet, thank you 💛

  3. tara
    March 11, 2019 / 2:40 am

    ohhh will check this whole new blog post tomorrow. I want to head to Paris, London, and Italy in Sept So this will be very helpful. Loved the last travel blog on Tulum.So much goodies you shared last time. You should work with the travel channel in the future.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:45 pm

      I hope you do go in September! Such a great trip and wonderful places to visit. Working for the travel channel would be amazing 😍 I love traveling

  4. kelly
    March 11, 2019 / 2:45 am

    I really want to do the boot ride on the Seine river when I head to Paris. That looked super romantic and something I want to cherish with my husband. You really put quality and time in what you bring. Thanks Caila and you are gorgeous.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:44 pm

      You definitely should! Such a great experience. Thank you so much, Kelly!

  5. selena
    March 11, 2019 / 2:50 am

    Your travel guides are 100% some of the best of any💯 ❤️the effort you supplies us and love the added links so we can check out too to make plans for our dates.Is very thoughtful. You are beautiful and the pictures capture what a beautiful soul you are and enjoy traveling. I hope you do one for London as well.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:43 pm

      You are so sweet, thank you! I love traveling and sharing with everyone 💛

  6. sarah j
    March 11, 2019 / 3:00 am

    Wonderful love this 👍

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:43 pm

      Thank you!!

  7. taylor
    March 11, 2019 / 3:08 am

    This will most surely come in hand heading to Paris,Spain, Italy ,and Switzerland in October with my fiancé. So thank you for the tips with links. Stellar pictures you take all the places you travel Caila.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:32 pm

      So so jealous! Safe and happy travels ✨

  8. cindy
    March 11, 2019 / 5:20 am

    Love the suggestions and links for Paris + you are gorgeous. Headed to a wedding in Italy in Oct with my love then Germany,Spain, London, and last stop heading to Paris after, so I will use some of the suggestions you shared. If you have been to Italy I would love a blog on that as well so I could use that too.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:31 pm

      All such amazing places to visit! Enjoy your travels 💛

  9. stephanie l.
    March 11, 2019 / 5:31 am

    I’m headed to Paris soon to help my future sister in law shop for a wedding dress there.So love the tips you shared and also hotel stay. You make me want to stay at that hotel you stayed at recently in Paris with the review you gave it and how close it is to locations.I will save the others suggestions for romantic things to do with my husband when I head back with him in the fall. Paris is one of my favorite places to visit when I can go my husband even better and more magic and romance.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:31 pm

      That sounds like such a fun trip! That is so special to find a wedding dress in such a romantic city✨I hope you have a the most amazing time!

  10. Gloria
    March 11, 2019 / 11:35 am

    Awesome. thank you for sharing all of this Caila. Saving it for future plans to Paris.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:29 pm

      You are welcome! I hope you get to go to Paris soon 💛

  11. lily
    March 11, 2019 / 12:11 pm

    For many reasons Paris is one of my favorite cities with my husband when visiting Europe. Your photographs are gorgeous and fantastic links, Caila. You are stunning Caila.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 9:29 pm

      One of my favorite cities as well, there’s something so magical about Paris ✨ Thank you so much

  12. Reyna Quinn
    March 11, 2019 / 12:31 pm

    I need to go back with my hubby, I’m feeling like the Paris we experienced with toddlers in tow was definitely different. I think its time after having seen your visit, we’d very much like this fun for grown up version experience.

  13. witney
    March 11, 2019 / 6:43 pm

    Helpful information

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 8:33 pm

      So happy you find it helpful! ✨

  14. sandra
    March 11, 2019 / 7:52 pm

    Awesome and wow those pictures as well.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 8:28 pm

      💛💛

  15. carissa
    March 11, 2019 / 8:01 pm

    Great read and some great details on the hotel to what we can do. All the pictures are so beautiful of you in Paris. Will keep this blog for a future trip to Paris to add to my list with other things I want to do while in Paris next time.

    • Caila Quinn
      Author
      March 11, 2019 / 8:28 pm

      Thank you so much, Carissa! I hope you have an amazing time in Paris the next time you go 💛

  16. regina
    March 11, 2019 / 8:25 pm

    Lovely! Really dig the tips you shared!

  17. trisha
    March 11, 2019 / 9:41 pm

    Happy I ran into this blog. Stunning and very useful from travel to fashions. Honey you are absolutely beautiful.

  18. Mathilde
    March 11, 2019 / 10:04 pm

    Hi Caila, glad you had such a good time in my home city and that you got to visit so many places that you enjoyed 🙂 just wanted to drop a quick note–Bastille Day actually occurs in July, specifically on July 14th! Hope this helps, and gorgeous photos as always!

  19. yolanda
    March 11, 2019 / 11:08 pm

    Pairs is always a must. Love what you shared. Keep these travel blogs coming. Can’t wait to see what other countries you visit. Caila you are a beautiful hapa. I hope we see a blog of some places in Asia in the future.

  20. Hadar
    March 12, 2019 / 4:36 pm

    I’m going to Paris 1 month from today and this is a fantastic guide! I already booked my lunch at Pink Mamma and I’m so happy to keep reading great reviews about it. Thanks for these tips!

  21. tamara g
    March 12, 2019 / 7:19 pm

    omg you are the literally the cutest. Those balcony pics of you at the hotel with the dress and robe.You are so pretty and hair goals. Thanks for the tip on asking the hotel for a view like you got In Paris. Also what a view take a pic at the Eiffel Tower can couple do those type of pics? I would love to take a pic with my husband like the one you did at Eiffel Tower? I’ve done boat rides love them in NYC and Chicago so yes that one in Paris sounds dreamy too and romantic. Surely will save all the places you linked us here. Can you also do a travel blog on Germany and Switzerland? I’m headed there in few months would love to see what you recommend. You are quality content Calila 🙌

  22. ella
    March 12, 2019 / 8:27 pm

    Wonderful already have this bookmarked for future adventures in Paris. I know you have been to Hawaii will share a travel blog on places to do as well there?

  23. Isabella
    March 12, 2019 / 10:08 pm

    Wonderful travel blogs you do so much info and the pics are stellar from New York to Paris and others you shared. I keep them in hand to see what I can do.Very Very helpful. Can you do one for Chicago soon?

  24. Meghan Meehan
    March 21, 2019 / 3:46 pm

    Hi! Love your post! Headed to Paris for our honeymoon next month. The hotel you recommended is a out of our budget? Do you have any other recommendations for accommodations? Also, any issues with the riots going on while you were there?