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Paris travel guide: best time, costs and a 3-day plan

Cafe terraces, grand museums and a walk along the Seine.

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calendar_monthBest months
April to June and September to October
savingsBudget day
$90 to $120 per person
paymentsMid-range day
$200 to $300 per person
scheduleHow long
Three days covers the icons without rushing

Best time to visit Paris

April to June and September to October. April to June and September to October bring mild days of about 17 to 23°C. Rainfall is fairly even all year, at roughly 40 to 70 mm a month.

July and August are warmest (highs near 26°C) and busiest. Winter is cool and grey, with highs under 9°C from December to February.

Typical weather in Paris, month by month

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Jan
9°3°Feb
13°6°Mar
17°8°Apr
20°11°May
23°14°Jun
26°16°Jul
26°16°Aug
22°13°Sep
17°10°Oct
11°6°Nov
8°4°Dec
° usual daytime high° usual night lowrain (taller is wetter, up to 69 mm in the wettest month)best months

Source: 1991–2020 climate normals from the national weather services (for example the Japan Meteorological Agency), as published on Wikipedia. Rounded to whole numbers. Real days vary, so check the forecast before you pack.

How much does a trip to Paris cost?

A rough guide to spending per person per day, without international flights. Hotels are the biggest cost. Bakery lunches, free parks and walking keep the days cheaper.

Budget
$90 to $120
per person per day. Dorm or simple room, local food, public transport.
Mid-range
$200 to $300
per person per day. A private hotel room, restaurant meals and a few paid sights.

Rough estimates in US dollars, last checked November 2026. They are our summary of several 2026 travel-cost guides, which differ a lot (hotel choice is most of the gap), and prices change. Split what you spend as you go with Triplanex so nobody loses track.

A 3-day Paris itinerary

Famous places, grouped so each day stays in one part of town. Opening times and prices change, so check them before you go.

Day 1: The island and the Left Bank

  1. 1Notre-Dame and Île de la Cité. The cathedral and the old heart of the city.
  2. 2Sainte-Chapelle. A small royal chapel known for its stained glass.
  3. 3Latin Quarter and Luxembourg Gardens. Bookshops, cafes and a classic park.

Day 2: Museums and monuments

  1. 1Louvre Museum. Plan to see a few highlights, not everything.
  2. 2Tuileries Garden and Place de la Concorde. A walk west along the garden.
  3. 3Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées. The grand avenue and the arch.
  4. 4Eiffel Tower. Best from the Trocadéro at sunset.

Day 3: Hills and the Marais

  1. 1Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur. A hilltop basilica and artists' streets.
  2. 2Le Marais. Old streets, boutiques and falafel stops.
  3. 3Place des Vosges. A calm arcaded square to finish.
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Paris trip questions

How many days do you need in Paris?expand_more

Three days covers the icons without rushing. A fourth lets you add Versailles or a slow museum day.

When is the best time to visit Paris?expand_more

April to June and September to October. April to June and September to October bring mild days of about 17 to 23°C. Rainfall is fairly even all year, at roughly 40 to 70 mm a month. July and August are warmest (highs near 26°C) and busiest. Winter is cool and grey, with highs under 9°C from December to February.

How much does a trip to Paris cost?expand_more

As a rough guide, about $90 to $120 per person per day on a budget and $200 to $300 per person per day at mid-range, not counting international flights. Hotels are the biggest cost. Bakery lunches, free parks and walking keep the days cheaper. These are estimates from several 2026 travel-cost guides, last checked November 2026.

How do I plan a Paris trip with friends?expand_more

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