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Paris Travel Tips for Your First Time in the City

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Booking Accommodations in Advance

We recommend paying particular attention to specific dates due to events and booking a hotel near the city center and metro stop.

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Book Your Activities and Free Walking Tours in Advance

Tickets for popular tourist destinations are always in huge demand in the high season, and the lines are long. Book tickets 2 months in advance online.

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Getting around Paris

Plan ahead and get your Navigo Pass. The Paris metro runs from 5:30 am to 1:00 am; on Friday and Saturday nights, the metro closes one hour later, at 2:00 am.

Getting Around Paris

Paris RER Trains

Buses

Funicular

Cabs and Uber

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When to Go to Paris?

The high season runs from April 1 to October 31, while the low season runs from November to the end of March. Avoid the high season. The price of everything increases.

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The Paris Pass covers admission to over 80 attractions and breakfast and snacks at restaurants. Enjoy free admission to over 60 museums with the Museum Pass.

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Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes and Dress in Layers

Paris is a city that invites you to walk.  For that, you need to be comfortable. In winter or cold months, remember to dress like an onion.

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Reserve a Restaurant in Advance, Taste Local Food, and Give an Extra Tip

Restaurant reservations may take weeks to months, and order local cuisines like Boeuf Bourguignon! The tip is already included in the payment (15%) but give an extra for the excellent service.

More Tips

Visit Museums Besides The Louvre

Visit Versailles on the Weekdays

Watch out for Pickpockets and Scams

Don’t Forget Your Travel Insurance

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