4 Day Paris Museum Pass Itinerary
If you really want to explore Paris and visit many museums, monuments, and palaces without rushing, a 4 Day Paris Museum Pass itinerary is one of the best options. Four days gives you enough time to see the major highlights, visit world-famous museums, explore smaller museums, and take a day trip to Versailles.
This itinerary is designed to help you group attractions by area, so you spend less time traveling and more time enjoying Paris.
Why Choose a 4 Day Paris Museum Pass?
Many travelers choose the 4-day pass because:
- The price per day is lower than the 2-day pass
- You can visit more museums without rushing
- You have time for Versailles
- You can visit both big and small museums
- It is ideal for a 4–5 day trip to Paris
With good planning, you can visit 10 to 14 attractions in 4 days, which makes the pass very good value.
Day 1 – Historic Paris and Famous Landmarks
Start in the historic center of Paris where many attractions are close to each other.
Morning – Louvre Museum
Start early at the Louvre.
Time needed: 2–3 hours
Focus on highlights:
- Mona Lisa
- Venus de Milo
- Winged Victory
- Egyptian collection
- Napoleon Apartments
Midday – Sainte-Chapelle
Walk to Sainte-Chapelle.
Visit time: 30–45 minutes
Early Afternoon – Conciergerie
Next to Sainte-Chapelle.
Visit time: 45–60 minutes
Late Afternoon – Panthéon
Visit the Panthéon in the Latin Quarter.
Visit time: 1 hour
Evening – Arc de Triomphe
Climb the Arc de Triomphe for sunset views.
Visit time: 45–60 minutes
Day 1 Summary
| Attraction | Visit Time |
|---|---|
| Louvre | 3 hours |
| Sainte-Chapelle | 45 min |
| Conciergerie | 1 hour |
| Panthéon | 1 hour |
| Arc de Triomphe | 1 hour |
Total = 4–5 attractions
Day 2 – Art Museums of Paris
Morning – Musée d’Orsay
Visit time: 2–3 hours
Midday – Musée de l’Orangerie
Visit time: 1 hour
Afternoon – Rodin Museum
Visit time: 1–2 hours
Late Afternoon – Army Museum (Les Invalides)
Includes Napoleon’s Tomb.
Visit time: 1–2 hours
Day 2 Summary
| Attraction | Visit Time |
|---|---|
| Orsay | 3 hours |
| Orangerie | 1 hour |
| Rodin Museum | 1.5 hours |
| Army Museum | 1.5 hours |
Total = 3–4 attractions
Day 3 – Palace of Versailles
Spend most of the day at Versailles.
What to See
- Hall of Mirrors
- King’s Apartments
- Queen’s Apartments
- Gardens
- Grand Trianon
- Petit Trianon
- Marie Antoinette Estate
Visit time: 4–6 hours
Evening Option – Paris Catacombs
If you return early, visit the Catacombs.
Visit time: 1–2 hours
Day 3 Summary
| Attraction | Visit Time |
|---|---|
| Versailles | 5 hours |
| Catacombs | 1.5 hours |
Total = 1–2 attractions
Day 4 – Hidden Gems and Smaller Museums
On the last day, visit smaller museums and less crowded attractions.
Morning – Picasso Museum
Visit time: 1–2 hours
Midday – Cluny Museum (Medieval Museum)
Visit time: 1–1.5 hours
Afternoon – Château de Vincennes
A medieval castle near Paris.
Visit time: 1.5–2 hours
Optional – Centre Pompidou
Modern art museum.
Visit time: 1.5–2 hours
Day 4 Summary
| Attraction | Visit Time |
|---|---|
| Picasso Museum | 1.5 hours |
| Cluny Museum | 1.5 hours |
| Vincennes Castle | 2 hours |
| Pompidou | 2 hours |
Total = 3–4 attractions
Total Attractions in 4 Days
| Day | Attractions |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | 4–5 |
| Day 2 | 3–4 |
| Day 3 | 1–2 |
| Day 4 | 3–4 |
| Total | 11–15 attractions |
This gives you excellent value from the Paris Museum Pass.
Estimated Total Ticket Value
| Attraction | Price |
|---|---|
| Louvre | €30 |
| Sainte-Chapelle | €20 |
| Conciergerie | €15 |
| Panthéon | €13 |
| Arc de Triomphe | €15 |
| Orsay | €16 |
| Orangerie | €12 |
| Rodin Museum | €13 |
| Army Museum | €15 |
| Versailles | €25 |
| Catacombs | €29 |
| Picasso Museum | €16 |
| Cluny Museum | €12 |
| Vincennes | €10 |
| Pompidou | €15 |
Total value = €230+
The 4-day Paris Museum Pass is much cheaper than buying individual tickets.
Tips for a Smooth 4 Day Trip
To make this itinerary work well:
- Reserve Louvre and Versailles in advance
- Start early each day
- Visit big museums in the morning
- Visit small museums in the afternoon
- Group attractions by location
- Take breaks between museums
- Do not try to see everything inside large museums
Final Thoughts
A 4 Day Paris Museum Pass itinerary is perfect if you want to explore Paris in depth and visit many museums without rushing. You can visit 11 to 15 attractions, including the Louvre, Versailles, Orsay, and many smaller museums.
4 Day Itinerary Overview
Day 1: Louvre, Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie, Panthéon, Arc de Triomphe
Day 2: Orsay, Orangerie, Rodin Museum, Army Museum
Day 3: Versailles, Catacombs
Day 4: Picasso Museum, Cluny Museum, Vincennes Castle, Pompidou
With this itinerary, you get maximum value from the Paris Museum Pass and see many of the most famous attractions in Paris.