This popular European city lives up to its name!

Hi Reader!

I visited Paris this June for the second time, our first trip was way back in 2016 with two kids under 10. We loved it then, but let’s just say a lot of that trip was spent managing snacks, bathroom breaks, and tired feet.

This time, the kids are teenagers, which brought its own set of challenges (they’re somehow always tired and glued to their phones), but overall it was a much more relaxed experience.

➡️ 4 day Paris Itinerary for first timers

I loved Paris this time a lot more and can easily see myself wanting to visit again sometime in the future. The locals are nice (we didn't need to know French except greeting with bonjour), and the food tastes so much better than in the US. The baguette bread is what dreams are made of!

We kept the itinerary flexible, added unstructured time to just wander through neighborhoods, walking along the Seine River, and spent time sitting at those tiny outdoor café tables where you can hear bits of conversations from all around you. These small moments are what made our trip!

I finally put together a 4-day Paris itinerary that blends highlights from both trips, so it’s not packed to the brim but still covers all the major sights at a manageable pace. I also included tips and my observations from our recent trip.

Check it out here:

➡️ 4 day Paris Itinerary for first timers

And if you have a bit more time in Paris, I highly recommend taking a day trip to Versailles Palace. We explored the palace, gardens, Trianons, and the fairytale-like Queen’s Hamlet, plus lots of helpful details if you’re planning your own trip.

➡️Our easy day trip to Versailles from Paris (by train)