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Paris: weekend like a local

A relaxed weekend in Paris focused on local cafés, markets and small art venues around the Canal Saint-Martin and the Marais area, without zigzagging across the city.

Pace
Relaxed
Budget
Mid-range
Season
May

Day 1 · Paris

Arriving in the Canal district

Arrival in Paris, check-in in the Canal district and a relaxed Saturday of food hall, coffee, a little art and an early dinner at the Canal Saint-Martin.

  1. 10:30

    11:15

    Travel & transfer: Arrival at CDG and journey to the 10th arrondissement

    Flughafen Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG)

  2. 50 min by public transport

  3. 12:05

    12:35

    Stay: Luggage drop-off at Hôtel du Nord

    You drop off your luggage; the room is only ready from about 3:00 pm. Alternatively, Hôtel Providence would be an option.

    Hôtel du Nordapprox. 120–€230 / night

  4. 12 min on foot

  5. 12:47

    14:02

    Lunch: Lunch at the Marché Saint-Quentin food hall

    Marché Couvert Saint-Quentinapprox. 15–€25 pp

  6. 10 min on foot

  7. 14:15

    15:15

    Café: Coffee break at Ten Belles

    Well-roasted filter coffee and a pastry by the canal. A calm moment to settle into Paris.

    Ten Bellesapprox. 6–€12 pp

  8. 5 min on foot

  9. 15:30

    16:15

    Stay: Check in at Hôtel du Nord

    The room is ready now, so you can catch your breath and freshen up.

    Hôtel du Nord

  10. 25 min by public transport

  11. 16:45

    18:15

    Activity: Contemporary art at Galerie Chantal Crousel

    A small, free gallery with international contemporary art, ideal for a quiet art moment. Beforehand, you can stroll along the canal.

    Galerie Chantal Crousel

  12. 25 min by public transport

  13. 18:45

    20:15

    Dinner: Dinner at Chez Prune by the canal

    Chez Pruneapprox. 28–€42 pp

Day 2 · Paris

Art, market and departure

Last day: Sunday market at Aligre, coffee, a quiet art moment in Belleville, lunch and a relaxed journey to CDG airport.

  1. 08:30

    09:15

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Back in Black Coffee

    A small roastery in the 11th arrondissement with good filter coffee and pastries, a calm start to your departure day.

    Back in Black Coffeeapprox. 8–€14 pp

  2. 20 min by public transport

  3. 09:45

    11:15

    Shopping: Sunday market Marché d'Aligre

    Marché d'Aligreapprox. 5–€15 pp

  4. 12 min on foot

  5. 11:45

    13:15

    Lunch: Lunch at Le Siffleur de Ballons

    A small neighbourhood wine bar and bistro with seasonal food at fair prices. Alternative: Café du Marché Aligre nearby.

    Le Siffleur de Ballonsapprox. 25–€40 pp

  6. 20 min by public transport

  7. 13:45

    14:30

    Stay: Check out and collect luggage

    Back to the hotel to collect your luggage and check out before heading to the airport.

    Hôtel du Nord

  8. 10 min by train

  9. 14:45

    16:15

    Travel & transfer: Transfer to CDG airport

    Take the RER B from Gare du Nord straight to the airport, with a generous buffer before your departure.

    Flughafen Paris-Charles-de-Gaulleapprox. €13 pp

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FAQ

How many days do you need for Paris?

Three days are plenty for the main sights. With four days you have time for another museum, Montmartre or a trip to Versailles.

Where is the best place to stay in Paris?

For first-time visitors, Le Marais and the Latin Quarter are ideal, because you can reach a lot on foot. Montmartre is quieter and charming, but has longer journeys into the city centre.

Is Paris expensive?

Yes, hotels and dinners in particular cost more than in many other cities. You can save with set lunch menus, bakeries and free walks.

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