Paris is the City of Light, offering iconic landmarks, world-class art, romantic ambiance, and culinary excellence. From the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre, from charming cafés to Seine river cruises, we'll help you create an accessible itinerary that accommodates your health and wellness needs.
Destination Name: Paris
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Primary Airport/Gateway: Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - main international airport
Flight Routing from Atlanta: Direct flights on Delta and Air France (8.5-9 hours). Frequent service. CDG large but well-signed, accessible with wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, moving walkways, can be overwhelming, allow extra time for connections.
Airport to Hotel Transportation: CDG 25km from Paris center. Options: (1) RER B train to city (45 min, €11, accessible at major stations but not all), (2) Roissybus to Opéra (60 min, €14, accessible), (3) Taxi (45-60 min, €55-65 flat rate, accessible taxis available), (4) Private transfer (€80-100, most reliable for accessibility). Hotels near major metro lines most convenient.
Mid-Range Hotel Recommendation #1 - Name: Hotel Brighton
Mid-Range Hotel #1 - Price Per Night: As low as $195/night
Mid-Range Hotel #1 - Special Features: Historic hotel facing Tuileries Garden, some rooms with Eiffel Tower views, accessible rooms available (historic building with elevator), central location between Louvre and Place de la Concorde, walking distance to major sites, classic Parisian elegance, helpful staff experienced with accessibility needs, on-site dining.
Mid-Range Hotel Recommendation #2 - Name: Hotel Le Six
Mid-Range Hotel #2 - Price Per Night: As low as $165/night
Mid-Range Hotel #2 - Special Features: Boutique hotel in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, modern building with full accessibility, elevator access, accessible rooms with contemporary design, spa with accessible treatments, near Luxembourg Gardens and metro, quieter Left Bank location, stylish and comfortable, excellent value.
14-Night Stay Estimated Total: Around $2,520 for mid-range hotel
Include Luxury Accommodation Tier?: Yes
Luxury Hotel Recommendation - Name: Le Meurice (Dorchester Collection)
Luxury Hotel - Price Per Night: Starting at $950/night
Luxury Hotel - Special Features: Palace hotel facing Tuileries Garden, accessible rooms with Louis XVI décor, Eiffel Tower views from suites, Michelin-starred restaurant Alain Ducasse, spa by Valmont (accessible), impeccable service, central location, elevator access, concierge arranges accessible private tours, quintessential Parisian luxury, exceptional accessibility for historic palace.
Activity #1: Eiffel Tower - iconic landmark, accessible to second floor via elevator (long queues - pre-book), stunning city views, Trocadéro Gardens across Seine for best photos (accessible), evening sparkle shows magical, accessible restaurant on first floor, summit accessible via elevator with transfer, allow 2-3 hours with queues
Activity #2: Louvre Museum - world's largest museum, Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, accessible via Pyramid entrance (elevators), wheelchairs available, vast collection requires multiple visits, pre-book timed entry, accessible restrooms and café, plan 3-4 hours minimum, free first Saturday evening of month, overwhelmingly large
Activity #3: Notre-Dame Cathedral - currently under reconstruction after 2019 fire, exterior viewing from accessible riverside walkways, temporary viewing platform, Île de la Cité accessible, Sainte-Chapelle nearby (accessible ground floor, upstairs via elevator), reopening scheduled 2024, iconic Gothic architecture
Activity #4: Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur - hilltop neighborhood, Sacré-Cœur Basilica accessible via funicular (free with metro ticket, accessible), stunning city views, Place du Tertre (artists' square - cobblestones), charming streets, Moulin Rouge in area, evening best for lights, bohemian atmosphere
Activity #5: Seine River cruise - accessible Bateaux Mouches or Bateaux Parisiens boats, 1-hour narrated cruise past major landmarks, lunch/dinner cruises available, romantic and relaxing, see Paris from different perspective, accessible boarding at multiple locations, essential Paris experience
Activity #6: Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe - famous avenue, accessible sidewalks, shopping, cafés, Arc de Triomphe at western end (elevator inside to viewing platform), Tomb of Unknown Soldier, evening especially beautiful with lights, can be crowded, accessible metro stops at both ends
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Summer: Take advantage of 24-hour daylight - activities any time. Many do late evening excursions (sunset 11pm-midnight). Winter: Limited daylight (4-5 hours December-January) - plan accordingly. Start activities at first light. Afternoons dark but perfect for Northern Lights. Weather changes rapidly - be flexible. Plan 1-2 major activities per day. Long drives for many attractions. Many tours full-day. Hot springs excellent for evening relaxation. Icelanders eat dinner late (7-9pm) but restaurants open earlier for tourists.
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