Originally Posted by
Merlin666
I booked two nights at Ibis Lafayette which should be walkable from Gare de l'est where we arrive at 15:17. I was thinking that after checking in to hotel there may be enough time to go to Montmartre neighbourhood and walk around there for a bit for the main sights. Is that a reasonable plan to get started or not enough time?
It's a very reasonable plan. Montmartre is a lovely area.
Originally Posted by
Merlin666
Then on the full day focus on the places along the Seine from the Ile to the Eiffel Tower, and from Place Concorde along Champs Elysees to Arc de Triomphe. We don't intend to visit any museums, though the Chapelle sounds interesting to go inside. Will probably get a Navigo Day pass to use buses (what routes?) along the Seine and Metro, or is the Batobus a better idea? We are undecided if we should get a carnet and a day pass, or a navigo week pass, and also not sure yet what the best option is (RER B, 350, or Roissy Bus) to get to CDG.
You may take a bâteau mouche tour. or bateaubus if you wish.
Sainte Chapelle is very nice but often with long lines (you may book in advance). You may also enjoy Le Marais or Latin Quarter neighborhoods.
For the métro/bus, a day pass could be a good option.
To return to CDG, if you stay at Gare de l'Est, just take RER B from Gare du Nord. RoissyBus is leaving from Opéra, so not an option.