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Paris to Lille: Private day trip

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Private ride with a local driver

8h 45m
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About your trip

Embark on a journey from Paris to Lille, a city where French and Flemish cultures intertwine. Explore the stunning Grand Place, admire masterpieces at the Palais des Beaux-Arts, and wander through the historic Vieille Bourse. Don’t miss the lively Wazemmes Market, brimming with local flavors, art, and energy.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
From €161
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€483

What to expect

Your day trip begins wherever you are

Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Paris whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.

Discover more with local expertise

Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.

Explore at your own pace

On your journey from Paris to Lille, discover a city where French and Flemish influences beautifully collide. Start with a visit to the Grand Place, where elegant architecture surrounds you. Explore the Palais des Beaux-Arts, home to stunning art collections, and wander through the charming Vieille Bourse, a historic stock exchange building. Experience the vibrant energy of Wazemmes Market, filled with fresh produce, local specialties, and unique finds. For a taste of history, visit Charles de Gaulle’s childhood home, now a museum. At the end of your journey through Lille, your driver will be waiting to take you back to Paris.

Perfect for any private group

Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.

Good to know

  • Two-way private car transfer
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personalized pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking driver
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
  • Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Lille should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
  • Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From €161
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotal€483

Your trip at a glance

Your trip at a glance

Start in Paris
You choose the pickup spot.
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Lille
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 h 30 min - admission not included
Lille
Lille
Lille
Lille
Founded in the middle ages, Lille was part of the County of Flanders, which was one of the richest and most prosperous regions of Europe. The city flourished under Flemish rule until 1667, when Louis XIV besieged and captured the city. This transition is particularly apparent in the city’s historic quarter, where the Baroque facades of the 17th and 18th century houses make the older buildings look downright somber. When it comes to museums, Lille’s Palais des Beaux Arts, housed in a breathtaking 19th century Belle Époque summer palace, is second only to the Louvre for size. Inside, works by Monet, Raphael, Gustave Courbet, Rubens, van Gogh, Donatello, and Picasso are accompanied by high-detail 17th and 18th-century scale models of cities. Lille’s old stock exchange, consisting of 24 Flemish renaissance houses around a central arcaded courtyard, is considered the city’s most splendid building.
Back to Paris
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Know more about your day trip

During your 3.5-hour visit to Lille, prioritize the Grand Place (Place du General de Gaulle) with its ornate Old Stock Exchange building, the Vieux Lille quarter with its Flemish architecture and cobblestone streets, the imposing Citadelle designed by Vauban, and the Palais des Beaux-Arts housing France's second-largest art collection after the Louvre. A walking tour of these highlights provides a good overview of Lille's unique character blending French and Flemish influences.
Lille is approximately 220 kilometers (136 miles) north of Paris, with a driving time of about 2.5 hours each way. The route takes you through the scenic countryside of northern France. Your private Daytrip driver handles the transportation logistics, allowing you to enjoy the journey and maximize your exploration time in Lille. The driving distance makes this a very manageable day trip from Paris compared to other international destinations.
Lille offers a distinctive blend of French and Flemish cultures evident in its architecture, cuisine, and atmosphere. As France's northernmost major city, it features red-brick buildings, ornate gables, and a beer culture more commonly associated with Belgium or the Netherlands. Once an industrial center, Lille has transformed into a vibrant university city with thriving arts and design scenes. Its history as part of Flanders until 1668 gives it a unique cultural identity different from typical French cities.
During your Lille visit, sample regional specialties including carbonnade flamande (beef stewed in beer), waterzooi (creamy fish or chicken stew), and potjevleesch (four meats preserved in aspic). For quick bites, try merveilleux (meringue cakes with whipped cream), gaufres fourrees (thin waffles filled with vanilla or brown sugar), or a local craft beer at an estaminet (traditional tavern). The Wazemmes Market offers excellent street food options if your visit falls on a Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday morning.
Maximize your 3.5 hours by starting at the Grand Place to admire the architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Then walk through the picturesque streets of Vieux Lille (Old Town), where you'll find the birthplace of Charles de Gaulle, the Hospice Comtesse Museum, and the Gothic Cathedral. If time permits, visit either the Fine Arts Museum or take a short drive to the La Piscine Museum in nearby Roubaix, housed in an Art Deco swimming pool. End with some shopping or relaxation at a cafe.
Lille can be enjoyed year-round, though spring (April-June) and early fall (September-October) offer the most pleasant weather for exploring. The first weekend of September features the Grande Braderie, Europe's largest flea market, transforming the city with over 10,000 vendors and millions of visitors. December brings a charming Christmas market to Place Rihour. Consider a weekday visit to experience local life with fewer tourists, especially if visiting the museums.
Lille offers excellent shopping options that can be incorporated into your day trip. The Vieux Lille quarter features upscale boutiques and designer shops along Rue de la Grande Chaussee and Rue Esquermoise. For department stores and international brands, visit Rue de Bethune, a pedestrian shopping street, or the Euralille mall near the train stations. Local specialties to purchase include Meert vanilla waffles, regional beer, or handmade lace products from traditional workshops.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions, here are the answers.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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