The 8 Best Day Trips from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 8 good day trips from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, France, led by Paris, Marne La Vallée, Cergy-Pontoise. The closest is Paris 16 Passy, about 30 min by car, and 7 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 8 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

  1. 1

    Paris, France

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car26 km east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

    What travelers see in Paris

    • Louvre Museum - Home to thousands of works of art, including the Mona Lisa, making it the world's most visited museum.
    • Palace of Versailles - A symbol of royal opulence, the Palace of Versailles is a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens.
    • Tuileries Garden - A stunning garden located between the Louvre and Place de la Concorde, perfect for a relaxing stroll amidst beautiful art.
  2. 2

    Marne La Vallée, France

    Half-day trip
    About 55 min by car46 km east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  3. 3

    Cergy-Pontoise, France

    Half-day trip
    About 35 min by car30 km north of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  4. 4

    Paris 18 Buttes-Montmartre, France

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car27 km north-east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  5. 5

    Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont, France

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car29 km north-east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  6. 6

    Paris 16 Passy, France

    Half-day trip
    About 30 min by car21 km north-east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  7. 7

    Paris 17 Batignolles-Monceau, France

    Half-day trip
    About 40 min by car25 km north-east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  8. 8

    Amiens, France

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car127 km north of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

A sample day: Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to Paris

  1. 08:30Leave Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  2. 09:10Arrive in Paris (40 min drive)
  3. 09:25Louvre Museum
  4. 11:25Lunch
  5. 12:40Palace of Versailles
  6. 14:25Tuileries Garden
  7. 15:55Head back to Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines
  8. 16:35Home in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines?
The best day trips from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines are Paris, Marne La Vallée, Cergy-Pontoise, Paris 18 Buttes-Montmartre, Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont. The closest is Paris 16 Passy, about 30 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines?
Paris 16 Passy is the closest, 21 km north-east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, roughly 30 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines?
7 places are within about an hour's drive of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines: Paris 16 Passy (30 min), Paris 17 Batignolles-Monceau (40 min), Paris (40 min), Paris 18 Buttes-Montmartre (40 min), Paris 19 Buttes-Chaumont (45 min), Cergy-Pontoise (35 min).
What is the biggest city near Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines for a day out?
Paris is the largest city in day-trip range, 26 km east of Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines and about 40 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Amiens at 127 km, around 2 hr by car.

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