Do I need a mask on Paris Metro?

From 16 May 2022, wearing a mask will no longer be compulsory on public transport in Paris and in France, but will still be recommended. Just for information, since 14 March 2022, it has no longer been compulsory to wear a mask indoors (museums, monuments, cultural and leisure venues, restaurants, etc.)



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It depends on where you would like to go. Paris Gare du Nord is quite safe. There are a lot of people there and even late at night I never had to worry about safety, BUT, do not attract attention with a big camera or any other stuff that can make you look like a tourist.

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Paris is generally safe at night, however, it is important to take the same precautions as you would in any other major city. It is best to avoid walking alone in unfamiliar areas, especially at night, and to be aware of your surroundings.

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Paris remains most-visited city in the world, with 44 million tourists in 2022. Tourism in Paris and the Île-de-France region climbed again in 2022 with over 44 million visitors calculated. This represented an enormous 95% increase since 2021 but is not quite at pre-pandemic levels.

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5 – Tourism According to Mastercard, London was the second most visited city in the world in 2018 with 20 million foreign visitors, one place ahead of Paris with 18 million (Bangkok was the most visited, if you are interested). Of note, tourists spend more in London on average than in Paris.

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As to who is visiting, French nationals from elsewhere account for the greatest portion, counting some 24.7 million tourists. This is followed by Americans (2.4 million), British (2 million), Spanish (1.5 million) and Italians (1.5 million).

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Skip the baseball caps, white socks, sneakers, large colorful backpacks, and fanny packs. Instead, opt for dark skinny jeans, plain shirts without logos, and leather shoes. Use tote bags or earth-toned simplistic bags if you really want to dress in France to fit in with the locals.

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10+ Spots Where You Can Really Escape the Crowds in Paris!
  • #1 Avoid Champs de Mars at sunset. ...
  • #2 Avoid having a picnic along the Seine at Île de la Cité. ...
  • #3 Avoid strolling through Jardin des Tuileries. ...
  • #4 Avoid wandering through Le Marais. ...
  • #5 Avoid vintage shopping in the Latin Quarter. ...
  • #6 Avoid admiring Notre Dame.


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If it's your first time in Paris, our recommendation is that you stay either in the 7th Arrondissement at the feet of the Eiffel Tower, or in Le Marais, the heart of medieval Paris.

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Paris is generally safe at night, however, it is important to take the same precautions as you would in any other major city. It is best to avoid walking alone in unfamiliar areas, especially at night, and to be aware of your surroundings.

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As is the case for all French facilities open to the public, the Eiffel Tower has implemented a strict security system and checks, which are reinforced by the national “Vigipirate” plan (currently the “increased security – risk of attack” level).

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There's too many to name, but some of the highlights include the Eiffel Tower, Musée du Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Tour Montparnasse, Arc du Triomphe, Picasso Museum, Châteaux de Versailles, Musée Rodin, and Musée National de l'Orangerie.

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