What should I pack for a 7 day trip to Paris?

For a week in Paris I recommend you bring at minimum, several pairs of pants that can be dressed up or dressed down, dresses or skirts for evening, a trench coat, a leather jacket or other layer depending on the time of year, blazers or tweed jackets, one pair of shoes for evening and 2-3 pairs of comfortable shoes for ...



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Do the clothing countdown: If you need a mantra to help streamline your wardrobe, use the 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 rule for a weeklong trip: Limit yourself to no more than five sets of socks and underwear, four tops, three bottoms, two pairs of shoes and one hat.

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Paris Packing List
  1. Mix and Match Outfits. As mentioned above, a little planning can go a long way. ...
  2. Toiletry Products. I like to buy minis of my morning and evening skincare routine products to bring with me. ...
  3. Earplugs. ...
  4. Passport. ...
  5. Vaccination Card. ...
  6. License. ...
  7. Travel Insurance. ...
  8. Credit Cards.


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Budget-Friendly Travel Planning Past travelers have spent, on average, €42 ($45) on meals for one day and €29 ($32) on local transportation. Also, the average hotel price in France for a couple is €304 ($326). So, a trip to France for two people for one week costs on average €3,265 ($3,501).

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Planning Your Trip to Paris A trip to the French capital is likely to be an excellent experience. First-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).

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TRAVEL TIPS: Packing List for a 1-Week Trip
  • 8 shirts (4 tanks, 4 tops)
  • 1 cardigan.
  • 1 hoodie.
  • 2 pants.
  • 1 pair of shorts or skirt.
  • 1 dress (if applicable)
  • socks (take the # of days you'll likely wear socks and add +1)
  • undies (take the # of days of your trip and add +1)


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How to Avoid Overpacking for Vacation: 10 Useful Tips
  1. Make a checklist beforehand.
  2. Pack a mini capsule wardrobe.
  3. Choose outfits ahead of time.
  4. Replace full-size toiletries for travel size.
  5. Book a destination with a laundry service.
  6. Consider packing multipurpose footwear.
  7. Avoid packing items “just in case”


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Firearms, ammunition, and fireworks are prohibited, as are all knives and safety razors (including pocket knives and Swiss Army knives). Straight razors and replacement blades for straight razors are also not allowed. Most tools also cannot be packed in carry-on luggage, as they have the potential to cause harm.

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Follow These Steps
  1. Gather your clothes. ...
  2. Roll your clothes. ...
  3. Place folded items on top. ...
  4. Drape longer pieces like pants and skirts. ...
  5. Add smaller items. ...
  6. Line suitcase with belts. ...
  7. Choose shoes wisely. ...
  8. Pack your jewelry.


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Paris in a week is kind of the perfect amount of time to see the city. It leaves plenty of time to discover both the main attractions like the Louvre and even enjoy smaller, hidden gems like a picnic in Parc des Buttes-Chaumont.

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Is Paris an expensive city to visit? Yes, Paris is considered one of the most expensive cities in the world, but there are ways to reduce your expenses.

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We recommend visiting between October and April — sidestepping the jam-packed holiday season in December — if your main objective is to avoid crowds. Go at the beginning or end of that window, October or April, for temperatures still comfortable enough to sit outside at one of the quintessentially Parisian cafe tables.

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