Paris Day Trips Guide 2025
Paris Day Trips Guide 2025
Day Trips from Paris, Made Easy 🏰
Plan your fun and stress-free day trips for your Paris visit in minutes.
This expertly-curated guide includes seven unforgettable day trip options you can add onto your Paris adventure—complete with crucial info: how to get there, what to do, where to eat, and how to avoid wasting time (and money).
No extensive Googling. No out-of-date forum posts from naive tourists. No guesswork, and definitely no scrolling through half-baked TikToks the night before.
Just dreamy escapes ✨ made easy✨
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WHAT YOU’LL GET:
📘 Detailed PDF guide with seven day trip mini-guides with every bit of info you need to make it the best day ever (60+ pages in total)
📍 A custom Digital Map with clickable pins for every sight, café, and hidden gem we know you’ll love (and swerve the ones you won’t)
🗓️ A guide to the best days to go: know which day of the week to do each trip—so you skip the crowds and avoid showing up when things are closed
🚆 Logistics made easy: exact train routes, tickets, timetables & local travel tips. Everything explained in full.
🍷 Local food & wine recs: Avoid tourist traps and eat like a Parisian, even in the areas known for their gross tourist traps
✨ No-fluff recommendations Just the good stuff, from me, a Paris expert with 20 years of experience helping people like YOU
🧭 Tour recommendations: In case you'd prefer a hands-off day, we’ve carefully selected a few tours we think are actually worth the money—designed to enhance your experience, not just add to the cost.
Everything is 100% digital and instantly delivered to your inbox—ready to use on your phone, wherever you are. No printing, no hassle.
Which day trips are included?
These are the day trips I recommend to friends, family, and anyone who wants the real experience — not just the tourist version.
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Versailles
Royal palaces, gardens & fountains galore
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Reims
Champagne tastings & majestic cathedrals
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Giverny
Monet’s gardens & countryside peace
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Auvers-sur-Oise
Van Gogh’s village & peaceful countryside vibes
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Paris Flea Markets
Vintage finds & offbeat fun
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Fontainebleau and Vaux-le-Vicomte
Less-crowded castles, gardens & forests
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Provins
A medieval village that feels like a movie set
Each mini-guide comes with:
✔ Overview of the destination so you can pick the right options based on your vibe
✔ Transport instructions (step-by-step) so you don’t get lost or stuck
✔ Top sights, experiences & food you can’t miss so you don’t get stuck eating an overpriced, gross cheese sandwich
✔ Important need-to-know details to will prevent you from a ruined day
✔ All recs pinned on the Digital Map that sits right on your phone
Meet your Paris Expert
Hi, I’m Lily Heise, a long-time Paris resident and highly-regarded travel writer whose work has been featured in Condé Nast Traveler, HuffPost, Fodor’s, AFAR, Frommer’s, and more.
I’ve spent over 20 years exploring Paris and its surroundings—personally visiting each destination in this guide, testing the routes, discovering the most charming spots, and fine-tuning the best ways to enjoy each trip.
I’m also the voice behind the advice-packed articles on the Love and Paris site and social channels, where I share my in-depth knowledge with thousands of travelers.This guide brings together everything I’ve learned over two decades of experience—so you can skip the research, trust the recommendations, and just enjoy the perfect Paris day trip.
I’ve done all the work—so you don’t have to.
Why is this guide different...
Instead of spending hours online trying to figure out:
- Where you should go?
- How to get there?
- Whether it’s even worth the trip?
- What’s open and what’s closed?
- Where to eat (that’s not a tourist trap)?
I’ve made it all ridiculously easy for you.
Perfect for you if...
✅ You want a day trip that fits your vibe, not someone else's checklist
✅ You don’t have hours to research train schedules or the best spots to visit
✅ You want real experiences, not touristy crowds
✅ You want to eat well, drink even better, and not waste your time
Buy now and you’ll get all of this instantly:
📘 7 fully-planned day trip guides in one easy PDF
📍 Custom digital map with clickable pins for every must-see
🗓️ Which Day Should You Do It? Guide
🚆 Step-by-step train info, timetables & travel tips
🍷 Local-approved food & wine recs (no tourist traps here)
✨ Only the best - curated by a Paris expert with 20+ years of experience
🧭 Optional tour picks if you'd rather leave the planning to someone else
Every element of the guide is digital, so you'll receive everything straight in your inbox after purchase - ready to start planning your perfect day trips
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a car for these trips?
No car needed. Every destination is reachable by train or public transport from Paris.
What if I’ve already been to one or two of these day trips?
The guide includes seven destinations, so even if you’ve seen one or two, there’s still plenty of value.
Is this good for first-time visitors?
Yes! Especially if you want to go beyond the usual spots—but don’t want the stress of figuring it all out on your own.
Do I need to book a tour, or can I do these trips independently?
All of these day trips can be done independently, with all the details you need in the guide. However, we also recommend some tours in case you’d prefer a more hands-off day. These tours are carefully chosen to make sure you have the best experience and make the most of your time.
Is this suitable for families with children?
We haven’t made this itinerary with children under 16 in mind.
I have really specific things I want to see, will this work for me?
We designed this guide for anyone visiting Paris who’s curious about what lies just beyond the city. It’s not a custom guide, so it might not include every single thing on your personal wishlist — but it’s a great starting point. Inside, you’ll find a thoughtfully balanced mix of day trips: iconic destinations like Versailles, Giverny, and Reims, along with underrated towns, locally-loved spots, quirky historic gems, and fun tours, and easy-to-follow tips on how to get there.
Is this a physical guide?
Nope! It’s a digital download. You’ll get the PDF guide + digital map immediately after purchase.
Can I use this on my phone?
Absolutely — everything is mobile-friendly and designed to use on the go.
How do I save the guides to my phone/laptop?
To most easily access your Love and Paris guides and to make sure you can always reference them into the future, you’ll need to download your files to one or more of your devices. It’s fairly straightforward but if you are not sure how to do that then follow these steps.
Get in touch with us if you need us to reset your download attempts as each guide can be downloaded five times by default.
How long do I have access to the guide and map?
You’ll have lifetime access to both! Once you download the guide, it’s yours to keep. The map link stays live, so you can come back to it any time — whether your trip is next week or next year.
Can I gift this to someone?
Yes! This makes a lovely and practical gift for anyone planning a Paris trip. Simply forward the guide and map access after purchase.
What’s the Digital Map?
The map includes all recommendations mentioned in the PDF, plus indicators to help you “stay on track” with the general path of the itinerary. It integrates with Google Maps and you can easily get walking, taxi and public transport directions to any of our recommendations. This is where you’ll find all the toilets marked off too!
Do I need data on my phone to be able to use the Digital Map on the go in Paris?
It absolutely works best when you have it. It will also allow you to get walking directions when needed, or transport directions when you’re planning to head back to your hotel once the day is done. In the guide, they’ve included a list of ways to have data on your phone so you can stay connected.
Which phones does the Digital Map work on?
It’s integrated with the Google Maps app, so it’s available for all phones that use iOS or Android operating systems.
How do I access and use the digital map?
Watch this video to see:
➤ how to access the digital maps;
➤ how to use it when you are on the ground in Paris;
➤ where to find the map on the Google Maps app.
*While this video was made for our London Itineraries, the same instructions apply.