48 Hours in Paris
Last update: February 7th, 2026
Are you overwhelmed by information, places and choices when researching on what to do during your next getaway in Paris? This small travel guide will solve all your problems and make you live your best life in Paris - like a Parisian. If you love unconventional places and do not like the crowds of tourists that can overwhelm the French capital, you will LOVE this itinerary! On commence!
Day 1
We will start the first day in one of our favorite neighborhood - Le Marais. Here you will be able to have a croissant in one of the typical boulangeries and explore the artistic area with unique art galleries and boutiques. You can have a stroll in Place des Vosges before going to Montmartre, where you will have a lovely view of the city and you can wander around the small traditional rues. In Place du Tertre you can stop and have a crêpe with some cider or wine - this will be a perfect and characteristic lunch.
In the afternoon it’s time to move to the West of the city and arrive to the Foundation Louis Vuitton - you should take an Uber (or taxi) as it located in the border of the center of the city. Before going there, check out for temporary exhibitions and interesting events, as there are always plenty and the space is really interesting to visit. You can decide to have a walk after your visit in the nearby Jardin d’Acclimatation. After this cultural visit, it’s aperitif time!
The place to go for a drink and encounter Parisians during their happy hour is Saint-Germain-des-Prés: sit in any bistro and order a glass of wine. After a glass - or many! - it is time for dinner. Tonight we chose a fancy spot, as it is time to experience some Parisian glamour and sophistication. Alain Ducasse Au Plaza Athenée is therefore one of our top choices in the French capital. The dazzling and cool atmosphere will make you fall in love with the place and the cuisine will make you discover incredibly new flavors. If you are up for drinks, you can stay at Plaza Athenée, which has a unique cocktail bar.
You will end your day in your luxurious and comfy room at the Four Seasons George V, on which you will have a good night sleep to start at best the next day!
Day 2
This second and last day in the French capital will start with some shopping in Rue de Rivoli - here you can also stop at Angelina to have some breakfast with their incredibly tasty pastries. After a morning of shopping it is time for some lunch at Ralph’s Paris which has an incredible lovely garden in which you will be able to eat alfresco.
From there you can have a walk to the Musée Rodin, which has a huge collection of the French sculptor in a classical and lovely setting. The garden of the museum is also great to have a walk or have a coffee in the cute bar. From the museum you can have a walk to arrive to the most beautiful gardens in Paris - the Jardin de Luxembourg. This area is very lively all day long with many bistros and brasseries with typical food and drinks, perfect in case you want to grab a bite.
Our restaurant for the night is Le Train Bleu, a typical spot located in the hall of the Gare de Lyon railway station in Paris serving typical cuisine to a classy French crowd. The restaurant was designated a Monument Historique in 1972 as it was originally created for the Exposition Universelle.
We hope you enjoyed our 48 hours guide for a Parisian glamorous weekend! See you at the next getaway!