A week in Paris: the city + day trips.

A week in Paris with the JARI community.

How to pace 7 days, which day trips, which bookings: ask the community and JARI pros.

Days 1–4: the city.

Follow our 3-day itinerary (icons, art & Marais, Montmartre) and add a day in East Paris — Canal Saint-Martin, Belleville, brunch and street art. Slot in a perfect Sunday if your stay includes one.

Day 5: Versailles.

The Sun King’s palace and gardens, 40 min from Paris — allow a full day (Versailles guide).

Day 6: Giverny, Monet’s garden.

From Gare Saint-Lazare, train to Vernon-Giverny (≈45 min), then a shuttle (≈15 min, €8–10 return). The garden and water-lily pond that inspired Monet. Open 1 April–1 November 2026, 10am–6pm. Book online.

Day 7: your choice.

• Reims & Champagne: from Gare de l’Est, 45 min by TGV. The Gothic cathedral (UNESCO) + a champagne house tour. Back for dinner.
• Fontainebleau or Chantilly: châteaux and forests, ≈40 min by train, perfect to unwind away from the crowds.

JARI tip.

Alternate “city” days and day trips so you don’t burn out. Get a weekly Navigo pass for Paris (€32.40) and separate train tickets for Giverny/Reims. Book Versailles, Giverny and champagne houses ahead.