Is Gare du Nord safe at night?

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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The station is open every day (including public holidays) from 4.30am to 1am. Automatic luggage lockers are available every day (including public holidays) from 6am to 11.15pm - Level -1, access by escalators and stairs, opposite track 3 and next to the rue de Maubeuge exit.

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Paris is a very safe city; the metro is full and hopping at all hours. The only real risk you face is pickpockets. Be sure your valuables are not in pockets or carelessly held purses or backpacks. If you make yourself pickpocket proof then you are good to go at any hour.

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Can you take and travel with your luggage on the Paris Metro ? Yes, you can travel on Paris Metro with luggage. Paris Metro is one of the oldest and most used underground railways in the world. Its reliability, safety and frequency make it a top choice for travelers.

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Yes. Uber is definitely a safe option in France. I've always loved the fact that the Uber App tracks everything for you, including license plate numbers. Plus, if you don't speak French, there isn't that worry about language barriers, as everything is booked in the App.

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As a hub of local and international travel, Gare du Nord in the 10th Arrondissement of Paris also connects the Metro, the RER, and local buses with intercity trains. It's where you go to reach London on the Eurostar, but the majority of the millions of passengers are commuters on their way to and from jobs in the city.

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It's perfectly safe at 10.30pm.... don't worry. It's fine. Plenty of other travellers around. Just don't engage with anyone who starts talking to you.

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It was okay during the day, but after dark, especially after 9pm, you might feel a little uncomfortable. I stayed with my family at the Gare du Nord in October 2014 when I was visiting Paris. The area is populated with immigrants and is generally a lower income neighborhood, from what I could tell.

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Gare du Nord and the 10th Arrondissement If you want to be close to the train to London, the area near the Gare du Nord in the 10th arrondissement is the best area to stay in Paris. This area allows you easy access to the station and to neighborhoods like Montmartre and the trendy Canal Saint-Martin.

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General Safety Tips
  1. Do not be afraid when walking through the city but stay in well-lit areas when possible.
  2. Cross the street to avoid anyone you feel could be a threat.
  3. Avoid empty streets and alleyways. It is safer to stay on busier streets, even if it makes your walk a little longer.


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Paris has very little violent crime and is filled with activity, especially in the center till midnight or later. Paris is safe at night. It is safe on the Metro at night too. It's a big city so keep an eye out for pickpockets.

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Montmartre and Pigalle Montmartre is a safe neighbourhood. Down the hill, it's Pigalle which is the equivalent of the Red-Light district. As it is very touristy during the day and night you should not have any problems.

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The RER has less stops and is a lot faster than the Paris Metro. Therefore, it is more convenient to take the express train for longer distances. A 30-minute metro ride can take 10 minutes if you get a RER train.

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If you plan to live in the 19th arrondissement, avoid these areas at night when alone: Stalingrad and Jaurés on the west, Danube and Mouzaia in the east, and Cambrai in the North. You might want to take caution near the Buttes Chaumont parc and Ourcq canal as well.

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To avoid being a victim, try to find a seat away from the doors. If you can't sit, back yourself up against one of the sides. Try to minimize access to your pockets and purses. On the street: The most frequently used tactic here is the distraction technique.

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