Berlin to Paris train

Visiting the City of Paris

When you take the train from Berlin to Paris, you arrive in a city that offers more than just famous landmarks. Paris feels alive in every neighbourhood, with layers of culture and everyday life blending together. It's hard not to tempted to take a few days to discover it for yourself.

Day One in Paris

Start at Place du Trocadéro. The view across the river to the Eiffel Tower is one of the best you’ll get. Skip the elevator lines. Walk down through the gardens instead. Standing underneath the tower gives you the scale without the wait. The Champs de Mars, just beyond, is quiet in the morning. 
From here, make your way to Les Invalides. It’s easy to spot: the golden dome is hard to miss from nearly any direction. You’ll find both Napoleon’s tomb and the military museum inside. Even if you don’t go in, the courtyards and symmetry are still worth a look. 
Next, head toward the Seine. Following the riverside path and you'll get a continuous view of the city’s layers. The Assemblée Nationale and the Musée d’Orsay are on the way. This is a good stop if you’re drawn to impressionist artists, like Monet. After moving on, cross the Pont des Arts, often dotted with street musicians and couples leaning on the railing. 
Once across, wander through the Île de la Cité. The Notre-Dame Cathedral is still powerful, even mid-restoration. Step inside if it’s open. If not, circle it slowly. Then continue on toward the Latin Quarter. 
Up Rue Soufflot, the street opens toward the Panthéon. Students spill out of cafés here. You’ll find plenty of places to stop for a casual lunch—simple bistros, crêperies, or Moroccan tagines that have been neighbourhood staples for years. It’s a good place to pause. Evening is flexible. Cross to Île Saint-Louis, quieter than most of the city, and stroll the riverbanks. Ice cream from Berthillon if it’s open. If not, just enjoy the quiet streets and small shops. Dinner doesn’t need to be a big event. You’re surrounded by options.

Day Two in Paris

Start your morning in Montmartre. Take the Metro to Anvers and climb the steps to Sacré-Cœur. The view from the top is wide and layered. Inside, it’s dim and cool. But outside, there’s often a busker playing guitar on the steps. 
Next, try your hand at Place du Tertre. But if you want something a bit different, wander Rue des Abbesses or Rue Lepic. These are working streets where there's no shortage of bakeries, cafes and laundry on balconies. It’s still Paris, just more lived-in. 
As late morning rolls around, get on Line 2 to Charles de Gaulle–Étoile. This gives you the chance to walk under the Arc de Triomphe. Stand at its centre and look down the radiating avenues. The Champs-Élysées begins here too. It’s wide, iconic, and lined with major stores and theatres. Walk part of it if you like, or veer off to Avenue Winston Churchill for something less commercial. 
You'll find the Petit Palais and Grand Palais on your right and left. Both hold rotating exhibitions, but even just walking by gives you a sense of Paris’s 19th-century ambition. From there, cross Pont Alexandre III. It's always photogenic. 
Continue toward Place de la Concorde. The obelisk stands in the centre, and the traffic loops endlessly around it. On the far side, enter the Tuileries Garden. You’ll see locals reading on benches and tourists posing by the fountains. Pull a chair up and rest your feet for a bit. Dinner options nearby are strong. Walk east toward Rue Sainte-Anne for Japanese ramen or udon. Or loop north toward Palais Royal for something more French—classic bistros with good steak frites and wine by the glass.

Day Three in Paris

Begin with the Louvre, but don’t overdo it. Pick a wing, set a time limit. Two hours is plenty. As you can probably guess, the crowds will thicken around the Mona Lisa. But it’s easy to find quieter halls with just as much to offer. 
Afterwards, walk through the Palais Royal gardens next door. Black-and-white striped columns and shaded benches make it one of the more peaceful spots near the city centre. It feels tucked away, even though it isn’t. 
Next, hop the Metro to Châtelet and walk to the Centre Pompidou. The building on its own is a curiosity with pipes and ducts on the outside, colour-coded like a diagram. Inside, the modern art collection ranges from the bold to the strange. Even if it’s not your thing, give it a half-hour. It’s part of Paris now. 
From here, head into the Marais. Start near Rue des Archives and just wander. The streets crisscross in a way that ignores modern planning. You’ll pass bakeries with long lines and boutiques that look like they’ve been curated for design magazines. 
Take a break at Place des Vosges. The oldest planned square in Paris is still one of the prettiest—brick arcades, a central green, fountains. Sit for a bit. Let the place settle in. 
If you want a museum without the crowd, try Musée Carnavalet. It’s dedicated to the history of Paris. It’s also a good excuse to explore more of the Marais. 
End your day near Bastille. The area feels younger and has an easy energy. Streets like Rue de la Roquette and Rue de Charonne are filled with wine bars, modern bistros and little places where you don’t need a reservation or to stick to a set dress code.

Ready to Discover Paris?

Paris offers everything you came for—and more. From historic streets to quiet corners, it’s a city that rewards curiosity and pace. The Berlin to Paris train makes it easier than ever to start your trip without fuss. Don’t wait. Book your ticket now and see Paris for yourself.