Must do's from the 7th arrondissement

Musée d’Orsay, Musée Quai Branly, Eiffel Tower, Musée Rodin…

To me there are no "must do's" just things that interest you! Do you like museums, churches, gardens, art nouveau, themed walks, WWII history?

Is your first day the day you arrive on a flight from the US? Jet lag can sometimes impact my activities that day.

Depends on where in the 7th you are staying for dinner recommendations. I enjoy Cafe Roussillon at the corner of Rue de Grenelle and Rue Cler and also di Felice just east of there on Rue de Grenelle. There is a restaurant in the neighborhood that has ties to Resistance activities in WWII although I've never eaten there.

Some things to consider: Maybe this will pique your interests. Enjoy! https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwj3h8OXyJb9AhUSIX0KHQZqBkUQFnoECA0QAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fsnippetsofparis.com%2Fseventh-arrondissement-paris%2F&usg=AOvVaw0IlOBL-SSCz45WMkIRqhCk

Our favorite restaurant in Paris. https://pottoka.fr/une-cuisine-vive-et-franche/ This site is in French but you can click on the menu in English. Reservations essential it is small.

Must do’s: Buy and read the RS Paris book.

Pertinent intel that will help you define your itinerary.

What is your dream of Paris? Why are you going? Do that. The Rodin Museum would be about 50th on my list of must does in Paris -- but if you are a Rodin fan, go for it. If you have always dreamed of giant Monets, go to the Orangerie. Want to see where Proust is buried, head for Pere Lachaise. With so very little time, you have to decide what matters to you and do that.

I would plan two major things a day and then have a list of secondary things you might do in the area of each of these if there is time. Identify a couple of restaurants and make reservations. Give yourself some air.

Honestly you’re not giving enough information to get useful information back.

Just telling us where you’re staying doesn’t tell us what your interests are. you want places to dine doesn’t tell us anything about what you’d like to eat, how much are willing to spend etc.

A question this vague rarely gets really useful feedback

You might find this link helpful, https://www.parisperfect.com/7th-arrondissement.php.
I am wondering which time of year you'll be visiting. Rodin Museum has a lovely garden especially in the spring or summer with a nice café. We have always enjoyed Les Antiquaires in the 7th. Make reservations, though. Do give us some more information, please. This group can be very helpful.

I enjoyed the Rodin museum, but only the actual sculptures outside. Can't go wrong at the Musee d'Orsay.

You could wander over to St Germain des Pres which is a great neighborhood.

Not exactly the special occasion restaurant, but this is one of my favorites in the 7th: Le 7ème Vin https://restaurant7emevin.fr/. Cozy bistro. Reservations suggested, as it’s fairly small.

A fun experience may simply be taking a picnic to the Trocadéro just before sunset to see the lights on the Eiffel Tower come on. In late May, the weather will likely be nice enough, though perhaps a little chilly.

I second the opinion of the poster who said to buy Rick Steve’s Paris book to help you streamline your itinerary to your interests. For me, a trip to Paris without a few hours at the Orsay would be criminal, but that’s just me.

I’ve never done an official wine or cheese tasting in Paris, but I’ve certainly enjoyed both in many restaurants! I did a quick search on Trip Advisor and wondered if something like this might suit your group: https://www.tripadvisor.com/AttractionProductReview-g187147-d11449855-Paris_Wine_Tasting_plus_Cheese_Lunch_with_an_Expert_Sommelier_Guide-Paris_Ile_de_F.html.

Paris is a such a marvelous place that you cannot go wrong with whichever itinerary you choose. Happy planning!