Getting Around Paris
- Paris Metro. Paris Metro is the fastest way of getting around Paris. ...
- RER. The Paris Regional RER train is used both as a train system and subway. ...
- Paris City Buses. Riding a city bus is one of the most popular ways of getting around Paris. ...
- Montmartre Funicular. ...
- Paris Tramway. ...
- Paris Taxis.
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber in Paris. Request a ride up to 30 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year.
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It's a relatively compact city, so combining your own two feet with low-cost public transportation is the best way of of getting around in Paris. In fact, it's one of the best walking cities in the world, and it also has one of the best public transportation systems.
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Taxis in Paris are actually more affordable than you may think. The government have put regional regulations in place so all licensed taxis must adhere to set pricing guidelines. All Paris taxis within the core area of the city use a taximeter based on distance to calculate your fee.
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You can buy tickets and passes for Parisian public transportation networks at any metro, RER or tramway station, and when boarding buses. They are also available at Paris Tourist information centers around the city, and can sometimes be found at newsstands or tabacs (tobacco vendors).
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You can purchase tickets (or various passes such as Navigo) at métro station with a credit card for use on bus or métro, but you cannot use credit card on the bus to pay for your fare. If you have not previously purchased a ticket or pass before you board the bus, then you can pay with cash (Euros).
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With its many, many drivers and over ten years of experience, Uber is the best app overall. FreeNow is the cheapest, however.
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Also, Uber's rates in Paris are not particularly cheap, they could be more than a taxi, but doubt if they'll save you anything. Taxis are better in Paris, especially from the airport.
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Cost of Public Transportation in Paris A single ticket for zones 1 and 2 costs 1.90€. A great idea is to buy a Carnet of 10 tickets for 14.50€. These can be used throughout your stay with no expiration date. Children under the age of 4 ride free.
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Planning Your Trip to Paris A trip to the French capital is likely to be an excellent experience. First-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).
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A dead giveaway for a tourist is speaking with a loud voice. French people tend to be quieter than most Europeans, so keep that in mind when you are out and about. Use your indoor voice that you would have in a museum, and you're good to go!
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It's easy to get around Paris by yourself. It's a fairly walkable city and walking through it is a great way to take it all in. Public transportation is also convenient, easy and reliable. You can easily get around Paris by metro train or buses, and Google maps will show you the best routes to take.
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Tips to Getting Around Paris Google maps on your phone or a paper map from your hotel will lead you around the city to wherever you need to go. Take time to put down the map and get lost. A metro line is always nearby to get you back to your starting point. Explore the city on foot and see what you discover.
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The cheapest time to visit Paris is during the off-season — in the winter, before and after the holiday rush, which means early December, January, and February.
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Tipping in France is not mandatory. Even though it is always appreciated, it's up to the customers to decide if they want to tip or not. Unlike other countries, the price of the service is included in the total cost of the bill. You will never be asked to tip, but it's common to leave one if the service was good.
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Tips and tricks to staying hydrated. Yes, tap water in Paris is perfectly safe to drink and is readily available wherever you go, even at public water fountains. As long as taps aren't labeled eau non potable—meaning “not for drinking” in French—everything else is potable.
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You will be charged for the journey to get to you. By the way, if you have to get to the airport in the morning, be sure to order your taxi the day before. Taxis in Paris generally do not take credit cards, so be prepared to pay in cash.
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