What should I wear on a 3 day trip to Paris?

That unpredictable weather means that preparation is key. Bring a jacket; layering is essential. A stylish light sweater, long sleeve tops, and t-shirts are great to mix and match with long skirts and tailored pants, which you can wear with your favorite comfortable ankle booties.



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Pack light layers, linen, dresses, and skirts. Don't forget sunscreen and a jacket if it does turn cool in the evenings. I like to travel with a light coat and scarf as an extra layer, even in the summer, as the planes are always chilly. This is a great way to pack a layer by wearing it on the plane.

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Our advice? Skip the baseball caps, white socks, sneakers, large colorful backpacks, and fanny packs. Instead, opt for dark skinny jeans, plain shirts without logos, and leather shoes. Use tote bags or earth-toned simplistic bags if you really want to dress in France to fit in with the locals.

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With 3 days in Paris, you have enough time to take in the view from the Eiffel Tower, say hi to Mona Lisa in the Louvre, eat street food crepes, climb the Arc de Triomphe, explore several Parisian neighborhoods, and visit the amazing Palace of Versailles.

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3 days in Paris is enough to see all of the major sights and tourist attractions that the city has to offer. But, if you have longer in the city, you can dig a little deeper into the Parisian lifestyle, explore a few of the local hotspots, and find some of Paris's hidden gems.

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Check the weather last minute so that you know it won't change (much). By then, you'll also know your weekend plans and can pack and dress accordingly. No need to worry about any “just in case” stuff. Pack a small backpack and limit yourself to one outfit (or less) per day.

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500€ should suffice if you are careful with your expenses. Avoid restaurants, eat in fast-foods or get stuff in a supermarket, buy a week-end Metro pass, things like that. How comfortably can a full time graduate student live in Paris with 990 euros per month? Can I live in Paris with 175 euros a week?

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Pack three outfits, three pairs of underwear (an extra pair or two never hurts), one set of pajamas and three pairs of socks. If you're planning on going out to dinner at least once on your trip, consider bringing an additional outfit that is better suited for a restaurant than your typical comfortable clothes.

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Clothes: If your trip is three days long, you will surely need a load of clothes.
  1. Shoes (sandals/flip flops, if going to the beach).
  2. A pair of comfortable jeans/jeggings/shorts/leggings.
  3. 2 to 3 t-shirts or tops.
  4. Nightwear.
  5. Two pairs of socks.
  6. Two pairs of undergarments.
  7. One lightweight jacket.
  8. Winter jacket or parka. (


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Recap on What type of bag to wear in Paris Wearing a crossbody bag with a zipper closure to walk around Paris will ensure you feel safe and secure walking around a new city. Don't forget to grab a good pair of sneakers so you'll be able to explore for hours on end.

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The Tower lights and beacon are lit up every evening from dusk until 11.45pm. As soon as it gets dark, the Eiffel Tower's golden lighting switches on automatically within less than 10 minutes, thanks to light-sensitive twilight sensors. Simply check an almanac to find out what time the monument will light up.

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Skip the baseball caps, white socks, sneakers, large colorful backpacks, and fanny packs. Instead, opt for dark skinny jeans, plain shirts without logos, and leather shoes. Use tote bags or earth-toned simplistic bags if you really want to dress in France to fit in with the locals.

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Wear what you are comfortable in. During the day whatever you are wearing sightseeing is perfectly acceptable for cafés and restaurants. For dinner make a little more effort as I'm sure you would at home. The dress code for Le 58 is smart casual, but trust me, some peoples take on that is embarrassing.

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