4 days in Paris & Orleans Itinerary

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Thu): explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay and then explore the galleries of Louvre Museum. On the 15th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the natural beauty at Luxembourg Gardens, then contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, then appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

To find more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Paris road trip planner.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from your home destination to Paris. In July in Paris, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 18°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 15th (Fri) so you can go by car to Orleans.

Orléans is a city in north-central France, about 111km southwest of Paris. Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sat): take in the exciting artwork at Vitrail & co, then stroll around Parc Floral de La Source, then contemplate the long history of Hotel Groslot, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Orléans Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some serene contemplation at Saint-Louis de Chambord, steep yourself in history at Chateau de Chambord, and then make a trip to Place du Martroi.

For other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read our Orleans online journey planner.

Drive from Paris to Orleans in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July in Orleans, expect temperatures between 29°C during the day and 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sun) to allow time to drive back home.