Today, Katie suggested we visit the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre.
Before heading there, I asked Kathi if we could stop briefly at Place du Trocadéro—a perfect spot to snap a few photos with the Eiffel Tower in the background. We arrived just before the sun fully emerged, and managed to get a few nice shots before continuing on.
To reach the basilica, we took the metro and got off near the Moulin Rouge theatre. We had considered going to a dinner show there, but it was a bit too pricey—and time was running short. From that point, we simply followed the crowd and began the long, uphill walk toward Sacré-Cœur.
It was a sunny day, and like so many others, we settled on the wide staircase in front of the basilica, soaking up the warmth and the sweeping view of the city below. We rested, people-watched, and simply enjoyed the moment. We didn’t go inside the basilica, as Kathi had only limited time.
Afterward, we strolled downhill through the bustling tourist quarter, lined with cafés, souvenir shops, and artists. Kathi browsed for postcards along the way. At the bottom of the hill, we stopped for lunch at a cozy restaurant—Le Bruant, located at 59 rue des Abbesses. Of course, we made sure to order some escargots!
Following lunch, we did a bit of shopping. I picked up a new pair of sunglasses. We visited Galleries Lafayette, passed by the grand Opéra Garnier, Le Grand Hotel and eventually paused for coffee before Kathi left for the airport. I then walked alone along Avenue Lafayette all the way back to the hotel.
Three days in Paris flew by. I realized then—three days simply aren’t enough. To truly explore and appreciate the richness of Paris, you need at least five to seven days.
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