Getting around Paris [COMPLETE GUIDE]

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Public transportation in Paris comprises buses, subways, streetcars, and trains covering every corner of the city.

Paris has an efficient public transportation system that will take you everywhere.

What is the best way to get around Paris?

The best way to get around Paris is to use the metro.

Paris Public Transport by Zones

Zone 1 to 3: Central areas with most attraction, like Eiffel Tower. Zone 5: Leads to visit the Palace of Versailles, Disneyland Paris, or the two main airports

#1 Paris Metro, the Best Way to Transport in Paris

- More than 300 stations throughout the city. - The Parisian metro has 16 lines. - Open from  5:30 AM to 1:15 AM (Monday~Friday) and until 2:15 AM (Friday~Saturday).

There are cases  of pickpocketing. Take care of your belongings in the subway.

#2 Paris RER Trains

- Connects to the suburbs - 5 lines named by letters (A, B, C, D, and E). - Accessible in Disneyland Paris, Versailles, Charles de Gaulle Airport, and Orly airport. - Opens from 5:00 AM to midnight.

#3 Buses in Paris

- You can see the city from the window. - 60 day lines and 40-night lines (traffic during rush hour). - Buy tickets on the bus.

#4 Montmartre Funicular

- Connects the lower part of the district to the upper part. - Use Ticket t+, Paris Visite, and Navigo.

#5 Streetcars

- Has 10 lines connecting the city center and part of the periphery. - A comfortable and practical transport. - The T7 line goes through the Orly Airport.

#6 Cabs and Uber

– Runs 24 hours a day. – Exppensive but convenient – UberPool shares your car with strangers.

#7 By Rental Car

– Convenient for self-guided trips. – Get Full-day passes for single parking lot. Park on the street, 1€ for 15 minutes. – Paris Carte Card, bank card, PaybyPhone app to pay parking meters

#8 By Rental Bike

– Bike rental system called Vélib. >> Classic and electric bikes. >> Temporary tickets are for a certain period. >> Subscriptions of up to 12 months are also available

#9 On Foot

– On your own pace and self-guided tours. – You can enjoy walking by the Seine River.

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Types of Paris Transport Tickets

Zone 1 to 3: Central areas with most attraction, like Eiffel Tower. Zone 5: Leads to visit the Palace of Versailles, Disneyland Paris, or the two main airports

Pass Ticket t+

– Buy a single or one-way ticket (€2.10.) or a block of 10 tickets (€16.90). – Under 4 years of age: FREE – Over 4 years old but under 10 years old: 50% off

Paris Visite

– Unlimited travel for 1, 2, 3, or 5 consecutive days. – Prices vary in destinations in Paris and zones.

Navigo Pass

– Has unlimited travel in Paris on all public transport (except Orlyval) for a week or a month. – Get All Zones (30€/week or 84,10€/month ) pass or 2 Zones pass.

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