The Paris Edit • Four Days

Four Days in the City of Light

Iconic landmarks, palace halls, world-class art, an unforgettable lunch above Paris and one glamorous night at the Moulin Rouge.

A Paris Edit

Paris was a whirlwind of architecture, gardens, art, history and late-night glamour. Over four full days, we experienced many of the city’s essential sights—from the halls of Versailles to the lights of the Moulin Rouge.

Where we stayedHoliday Inn Paris – Gare de l’Est, directly across from the train station and conveniently positioned for exploring the city.

The Itinerary

Four days, four distinct versions of Paris.

Day One

Notre-Dame, the Jardin des Tuileries and the Arc de Triomphe on foot.

Day Two

The Palace of Versailles followed by the Louvre Museum.

Day Three

Lunch at Le Jules Verne and an evening at the Moulin Rouge.

Day Four

A final panoramic view from the top of Montparnasse Tower.

Day One • The Essential Walk

A first look at Paris.

We began on foot, moving through a series of landmarks that made the city feel immediately familiar: Notre-Dame, the formal paths of the Jardin des Tuileries and, finally, the Arc de Triomphe. It was a full first day and the perfect introduction to Paris.

Eliza in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral — Notre-Dame

Eliza walking through the Jardin des Tuileries — Jardin des Tuileries

Eliza at the Arc de Triomphe — Arc de Triomphe

Day Two • Art & History

Versailles to the Louvre.

The second day was ambitious: a tour inside the Palace of Versailles, followed by a return to Paris for the Louvre Museum. The ornate rooms and sweeping scale of Versailles contrasted beautifully with the Louvre’s extraordinary collections and modern glass pyramid.

Eliza inside the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles — Inside Versailles

Eliza in the courtyard at the Palace of Versailles — The palace courtyard

Eliza in front of the Louvre Pyramid — Arrival at the Louvre

Eliza inside the Louvre beneath the inverted glass pyramid — Inside the Louvre

Day Three • Le Jules Verne

Lunch inside the Eiffel Tower.

Lunch at Le Jules Verne was an exquisite experience and one of the defining moments of the trip. The two-Michelin-starred restaurant sits on the Eiffel Tower’s second floor, approximately 125 meters above Paris, and is reached by a private elevator. Chef Frédéric Anton’s refined modern French cuisine, attentive service and remarkable setting made the reservation feel like far more than a meal.

MichelinTwo stars

LocationSecond floor of the Eiffel Tower

The viewParis framed by the tower’s ironwork

Eliza seated at Le Jules Verne with Paris visible through the Eiffel Tower

Eliza enjoying wine at Le Jules Verne with a rainbow over Paris

Eliza outside the illuminated Moulin Rouge at night — Moulin Rouge after dark

Eliza inside the Moulin Rouge before the show — Inside before the performance

That evening, we traded elegant dining for theatrical spectacle with tickets to the Moulin Rouge. It was a glamorous, energetic conclusion to one of the most memorable days of the trip.

Day Four • The Final View

Paris from Montparnasse.

On our fourth day, we visited the top of Montparnasse Tower. Looking across the city after dark was the perfect way to close the trip—and to see many of the places we had explored from an entirely new perspective.

Eliza beside the illuminated Paris sign at Montparnasse Tower

Eliza with the nighttime Paris skyline and Eiffel Tower behind her

“Paris gave us history, art, beautiful views and experiences that could only happen there.”

Eliza’s final thoughts

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Paris at a glance.

A four-day city break built around classic landmarks, unforgettable interiors and two very different nights out.

Stay: Holiday Inn Paris – Gare de l’Est
Culture: Versailles • Louvre Museum
Lunch: Le Jules Verne
Evening: Moulin Rouge
Best View: Montparnasse Tower
Pack: Walking shoes • Polished layers • A dress-up look

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