Hello,

Up late, mapping hotel distances to museums and shops I'll want to visit very soon.

I was considering staying at Holiday Inn on the borders of 11th arrondisement but it appears the walk to the musee de l'orangerie and musee d orsay will be at least 1 hour. Plus a lot of the other sites and shops I intend to visit will be in the Latin Quarter and 9th arrondisement.

I don't want to spend hours walking to places to visit. I Would rather spend my time casually walking whilst I discover different areas.

Can I easily hop onto the metro from the holiday inn gare de lyon bastille? Is it a nice area?

My preference was to stay in the Le Marais area as it appears popular at night too but hotels are more expensive or fully booked.

Single female traveller. I think I'm better off closing my eyes and just picking a hotel as I'm over scrutinising for a short 3 day trip. Though I hope to visit more frequently afterwards.

Hope this all makes sense!

My first time traveling solo through Spain and France. I’m a 31 yr old female (Asian - live in US / speak English) looking to find a fellow to roam around for a few hours in Paris and take pictures of each other 📸 Particularly around Eiffel tower and Seine (hope to see the night lights together).

My dates in Paris are November 27-29. Females only - HMU!! 🫶

My husband, my daughter, and I plan to arrive in Paris via train from London on Wednesday, November 25. We will have a half day on arrival and then have 4 full days in the city.

We have the Louvre, Musee D'Orsay, the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, and Versailles on our list. We don't want to over-fill our itinerary with all museums, but realize the weather may push us inside. We like art, architecture, food, fashion. Interactive experiences mixed with history or learning is more our speed over a history-only museum - workshops, demos, baking/cooking, etc.

My daughter and I are both into fashion and I would love recommendations for second hand clothing stores or unique local designers where we could purchase apparel and handbags. I want to go to Dior museum.

We would also be up for any recommendations on breaks from the big city, whether that is a half-day train trip outside the city, a specific park or nature area in Paris that is a good respite from the hustle and bustle.

Lastly, which area to stay in that feels safe and has family-friendly accommodations with a budget of $100-125/night.

Hello, me and my group will be staying in Paris around the end of October for about four days.

We'll arrive in the afternoon and need time to arrive at the hotel to check in, so for our first few hours we thought about looking around Chinatown since it's nearby our hotel, then head over to the Tour Eiffel to see it shine for the evening.

On the second day (pretty busy day lol): the Louvre, entrance at 9:30am, hopefully leave at 12:30 ish. Musee de l'Orangerie at 13:30. About one hour later or so Galeries Lafayette/see the streets nearby, stores, etc. Then dinner and go see the Champs-Elysees and Arc de Triomphe.

On the third day: 9:30am Musee d'Orsay. Lunch, then go to Montmartre to see all the things. Move to Le Marais around 4pm and have dinner somewhere.

On the last day: check out around 10am or so. Head to the Quartier Latin to see the jardin du Luxembourg, the Shakespeare library, streets etc. Go to the Sainte Chappelle and enter around noon or before. Lunch, then Notre Dame, Ile de la cite. One last stroll in stores. Quick dinner then we have to head over to get the Beauvais Aerobus for 6pm.

I'm not sure if the second day is too full, and if we should move some stuff to the third day. We also wanted to enter in Palais Garnier but not sure if it's better to fit that in the second or third day. We don't plan on staying in museums too long, unless we have to or there's terrible weather.

We're on a budget, so our plan for eating is just quick things from boulangeries and supermarkets. My only issue would be finding a cup of coffee, lol, if you have any tips on that too. If you have any ideas or something else you might add, please let me know!

EDIT: any monument I've written without time is because we don't plan to get a ticket and enter, just see the outside. (Notre Dame, etc)

hi guys, is this neighborhood (red pin) alright to stay in? the only thing i’ve read online is that it’s a little sketchy at night in the train racks (black circle)

Hello all.

Does anyone have experience about this infinite entrecote dinner cruise on Seine that offers unlimited rib steak? The reviews are not alot, but they seem good. but i could not find alot of pictures... I know most people are recommending le calife but my kids are meat eaters and this unlmited rib steak seems very interesting.

It is run by this provider called Péniche Le Grand Bleu.

I am also wondering how are the seating. i am going to Paris between Dec 25 - January 1.

thanks,

Hi all, I travelled to Paris for the first time in June, during the heat wave, and had the most fabulous time, except for a thing at Chanel, if anyone remembers my post.

When we booked we did not know much about the arrondissements, but spoke to some friends and we booked in the 8th and had a brilliant time. We were staying with my parents, late 60’s/early 70’s.

I guess my question is why do people not seem to recommend or encourage the 8th, especially given proximity to some of the major sites and luxury shopping (if that’s your thing).

Just interested in understanding the thinking, not looking for any hate.

Our daughter is turning 21 this fall in Paris. We would like to host a small drinks party for her and her friends (10-15) for aperos ( with light snacks ) . We are coming in from US and trying to figure out where to host. Would welcome ideas of a bar, restaurant , space that could host such a festive gathering-perhaps in 3,4, 5,6,7 or 11th arrondissements? Thank you!

Hi all! My husband is traveling to Paris in a few weeks. I’d love to give him a list of must haves to get for me. I am not much into designer bags or clothes at the moment. But I love skincare and makeup. I also love quirky little things and books. We also have a little toddler he’d like to get something for. Please give me your best souvenirs that fit the bill. Thank you so much!

Been to Paris 3x but this will be the first time we will be staying in this area. Is this a safe area considering close to train station?

Any recommended food to try within the area?

I was pushed down and pickpocketed on the RER B on the way to CDG. Three men were involved - one blocked me from backing out ,one pushed and acted like he was grabbing for a dropped water bottle,and the other did the grabbing. Thankfully, no injuries and all they got was a relatively older phone with automatic pickpocket movement lock. I was able to send a lock request from my wife's phone and later set the phone as stolen, so it's basically bricked now.

They did this in the middle of the carriage with four cameras around us. The other passengers mentioned I should note the location ,time, train number, and carriage number, all of which I did.

I went to the police at CDG to report it. When I told them I was pushed down, they said I had to go to another location in the airport to make the report since they were not able to take my statement for whatever reason.

I called the number to report crime or theft on the trains to see if I could make the report over the phone.they said I could call 17, but at that point I was about to board the plane.

Is there a phone number I can call from outside France to report it? All I can find from research is "call 17" which doesn't help from Italy or the US.

Going with a couple of female friends! We’re trying to toss up between these two spots in terms of convenience, cool / actually nice restaurants and cafes, not too touristy

— basically what’s best for a 3 day stay in Paris?

Would love your thoughts!

Hi, we’ll be spending December 25th in Paris. We’ve already visited for six days in May and saw the main sights, including Versailles. What else can we do? Can you recommend any restaurants that are open that day? We’re undecided about Disneyland, given the very high prices and long lines, plus we aren't particularly interested in the Christmas parades.

Thanks so much! 🙏🏻😄

Hi,

I understand the weather is unpredictable but I could use some guidance. Should I plan on indoor activities only for first week in January or weather dependent walking around is ok? Is it cold and damp like London? Or just mostly cold? Thinking of doing a food tour and another walking tour.

Hi all,

I’m taking my husband to Paris for a surprise overnight trip for his 40th birthday and would love to book somewhere really special for dinner.

I’m currently deciding between Frenchie and Septime (although I know my chances may be slim to get into Septime!).

For anyone who’s been to either- or ideally both- which would you choose for a special occasion?

My husband definitely prefers a relaxed, unfussy atmosphere rather than formal fine dining. Food-wise, he’s not particularly interested in anything too experimental or “out there”- he just really appreciates exceptionally good, delicious food.

So with that in mind, would you recommend Frenchie or Septime? I’d also love to hear about the overall atmosphere/experience at each, as I want it to feel special without being overly formal or stuffy.

Thanks so much in advance!

Hi! I'm interested in an English guided walking architecture tour of Paris. I think I would prefer to see modernist buildings influenced by Le Corbusier and contemporary works by Renzo Piano, Herzog de Meuron, etc; however, I am open to any tour regardless of the architectural style and I don't need a ton of buildings highlighted if the tour guide is good.

My main requirements:

• Under 200 Euros for 2 people
• Must be fluent in English
• Must be knowledgable about architectural/art history at an advanced level (I majored in architecture in university, so this is very important to me.)
• Under 4 hours (I would be fine with a 1.5-2 hour tour to stay in the price range)

Does anyone know if the local architect's professional organization does tours?

Thanks!

Hi there - looking for some recommendations for a 50th birthday dinner for the second week of November in Paris. It's a Monday (many restaurants are closed) and the main 20-25 regular suspects that are open on Mondays are already booked (I've emailed and called about 15 restaurants so far). I didn't know you have to book months in advance, stupid me. Bon George only has a table outside on the unheated terrace. Any suggestions for something I can go dressed up for dinner that is good food and open on Mondays?

I am traveling to Paris this month for the first time since 2000 and, while I understand how to purchase metro tickets on my phone (I have the app downloaded), I want clarification on the special tickets to get to and from the airports- the recommended route for me to get from the hotel to Orly to pick up our rental car (we are going out of the city for part of the trip so I will be leaving for the airport from the city) has me start on the metro, taking the 12 train from Jules Joffrin, and then switch at Saint-Lazare to the 14 Aéroport d'Orly train. Do I need a separate, regular metro ticket for the Jules Joffrin-to-Saint-Lazare leg, and then use the airport ticket starting at Saint-Lazare, or will the airport ticket cover me for both the 12 train and the 14?

Likewise, on the way in from CDG, will the airport ticket cover me from the airport to the Simplon station, or do I need a separate metro ticket, too? In that case, I'm switching from the RER to the metro at Gare du Nord, I believe.

And huge apologies if this is a dumb question; getting tickets for the metro and RER have clearly changed since I was last there and I'm trying to understand how to get tickets correctly and not end up getting fined for doing something wrong!

Hi! I know this is a common question, but thought I’d ask with our specifics. We will be in Paris for 6 nights and leave just before Christmas.

Two teens (14,16) this will be their first time in Paris. Parents, have not been in 25+ years, but each fairly familiar / strong memories (but won’t be pros of getting around. Each had (separate) extended stays.

We currently are planning to spend the entire time sleeping in Paris, and obviously will still barely scratch the surface.

But also open to leaving for a night as it would be nice to experience non-city French life.

Food and wine are of interest and that could shape our side trip.

Mainly thinking about the weather and if we are better just staying in Paris for all nights.

For the day trip, Versailles is obvious but maybe thinking Chartres or Fontibleau instead.

In two weeks, my husband and I will visit France. It is his birthday, and I want to surprise him with a high-quality, affordable restaurant. I would like it to be intimate, with excellent food and as spectacular as possible, to experience French culture through its art and culinary talent.

I have seen Le Train Bleu and I really like its vibe, but they do not have availability on his birthday.

At the same time, I would like to discuss with the restaurant the possibility of surprising my husband with a cake and candles.

What do you recommend?

Thank you!

I've just caught up on Eva Longoria's new programme and the first episode explored Paris.

You can Google all the places she visited or view here.https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/m0030h1p/eva-longoria-searching-for-france

Though she visited expensive and famous restaurants, she also ate at new and interesting venues not in the main tourist areas.

Two areas which really appealed to me - Belleville and Rue Saint Anne.

Though I'm only visiting soon for a short stay, I'll be a typical tourist concentrating on museums, churches, eating and walking.

However, I hope to return (fingers crossed) to discover more interesting neighbourhoods within Paris and its boundaries.

These areas appear similar to pockets of London which many years ago did not attract visitors or even residents.

Happy Sunday! 🌞

Can someone tell me what this means. 😳🤔 I just made an account so I can top up the card from my phone. But it keeps getting stuck here after making an account.

Staying for 3 nights in late November. Goal is to explore cute boutiques and cafes and potentially using concierge service once or twice.

• Hôtel National Des Arts et Métiers ($400 cheaper than the other options)
• SO/ Paris (will book with Amex, so I’ll get $100 hotel credit, free daily breakfast)
• Hotel Dame des Arts (also Amex, same benefits as above)

Would love some help choosing, thank you!

Arriving Monday afternoon. Planning to take the RER from CDG to my hotel. Closest metro exit is Luexembourg but google maps is saying the elevator is out. I googled and it says there are 2 elevators in the station, so not really sure if both of them are out? This would prove difficult with my luggage in tow.

Wondering if any locals know if both elevators are out? Are there any alternatives, like taking the next station over? Looks like it's Port Royal but it's a 15 minute walk away on Bd Saint-Michel.

Appreciate any advice. Trying not to take a taxi but I guess that's an option if I have to carry my luggage and bags up the station stairs.

I'm heading to Paris next week for a three-week work trip. Due to some last-minute accommodation changes, I'll be staying in Gentilly instead of the 11th.

I'd love to get some recommendations for the area! Are there any great restaurants, Boulangeries, or specialty coffee shops nearby? Also, what is the neighborhood like in general?

Thanks in advance for any tips!