Where do I stay in Paris?

The 10 Best Neighborhoods in Paris for Tourists
  • The Marais and Beaubourg Quartier (3rd and 4th Arrondissements) ...
  • St-Germain-des-Prés (5th and 6th Arrondissements) ...
  • Latin Quarter (5th and 6th Arrondissements) ...
  • The 7th Arrondissement. ...
  • South Pigalle (SoPi) ...
  • Montmartre (18th Arrondissement) ...
  • The 1st Arrondissement.




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Best Place to Stay in Paris for Fantastic Boutiques, Galleries, Bistros, Bars, & Nightlife: The Marais, 3rd & 4th Arrondissements. Best Central Paris Neighborhood for Your Budget: The Latin Quarter, 5th District. Where to Stay Near the Eiffel Tower: 7th Arrondissement.

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Modern-Day Paris Left Bank vs Right Bank You'll still find an artistic student scene in the 5th and 6th on the left bank. However, le Marais on the right bank is considered the most artistic and trendy neighborhood in Paris today.

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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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A Look at the Top 9 Safest Areas to Stay in Paris
  • The Latin Quarter.
  • Champs Elysées.
  • Le Marais.
  • St Germain.
  • Châtelet.
  • Montmartre.
  • So-Pi.
  • Canal Saint-Martin.


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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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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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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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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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Springtime, from the months of March to May is the most pleasant season, followed by summer which is between June and August. Autumn is from October to November and that is when it starts to get cold and wet, but the weather is still good to visit with its own charm. Winter is not too cold in Paris.

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Is Paris an expensive city to visit? Yes, Paris is considered one of the most expensive cities in the world, but there are ways to reduce your expenses.

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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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Paris is a very walkable city. Not only will you work off some of the calories from those meals you've eaten, you'll also see a lot of wonderful things you can't spot from the Metro or a car!

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Unless weather conditions or special safety considerations prevent it, you can visit the tower up to midnight from mid-June to early September and up to 11:00 pm the rest of the year.

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Bring 100€-200€ in cash with you to Paris to cover small expenses, tips, and perhaps a cab ride into the city. Use a credit or debit card from a bank with low or no foreign transaction fees to charge most other purchases while in Paris, such as restaurant meals and any shopping you might do.

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Winter (January - February) Enhanced by the occasional dusting of snow, visiting Paris in winter can be a magical experience. Expect daily highs of 46°F (8°C) and night time temperatures near freezing.

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Métro. The Metro is the easiest, least expensive and quickest way to go out and to get home. Fourteen lines crisscross Greater Paris, from east to west and north to south. Good to know: As part of certain celebrations and events (New Year's Eve, Fête de la Musique, etc.), the Metro is open—and free—most of the night.

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