PARIS TRAVEL TIPS FOR FIRST TIMERS | 50+ Must-Knows Before Visiting Paris + What NOT to Do!

People can tell you are a tourist by your mannerisms & behavior (and accent.) Wearing black & not wearing athletic gear will not necessarily make you blend in with locals. I say this as an American that has lived in various European countries growing up. Be you, but also be respectful of the culture where you are.

What are some hotels you’d recommend? I’m trying to do a 4 day layover in Paris with my wife on our way to Doha

Great tips that are (mostly) spot-on. I've been to Paris over 50 times and I have a couple of adjustments to what she recommends. Minimum visit 4-days is right but the best compromise is 10 days, not too much, but sufficient for a good overall taste of the city. Don't only use the Métro, learn the bus system to use other than rush hour. It Often it's more direct and you get to see the city while you travel. Look into the week long Passe Navigo Découverte and purchase it at the airport. It includes the RER trip from the airport which would normally by itself be half the price of the Navigo pass. It offers unlimited travel on all public transport within the city and the nearby suburbs and Disneyland and is the most economical way to travel within the city even if you can only use it four days of the seven. Museum pass is not worth it unless you're going to visit three per day which is too much. Do take the hop-on/hop-off bus on other than rush hour for a one-time overview. It's a much better way to get an overview of the city than the Seine river cruise, though the latter is pretty and relaxing. Never keep your valuables out of your hands when purchasing and at an outdoor café, do not keep any valuables on the street side of your table or just resting on the table. When walking around in high-tourist areas, don't keep anything in a back pocket nor use a cheap strap. Instead, use a fanny pack (I hate those because they mark you as a tourist and look ugly), a sling which allows it to be in front of you, or a money-belt or concealed pouch. Another scam is a woman (usually middle eastern) with or without a baby asking you whether you speak English and begging for money. Two things: France has the most liberal social net you've ever seen so nobody "needs" handouts; and whatever you give her will go directly to her handler and she and the baby will get nothing. Don't eat later, eat earlier and you won't need a reservation because Parisians eat later. Go at 7:00 Pm (19h) when they first open and you'll get right in. If you're going to eat at a restaurant, have your big meal at lunch, it's much less expensive than at dinner for a prix fixe (formule) meal.

Absolutely fantastic video. Every tip is a treasure trove of information that a first time visitor needs to take into account while planning.

THANK YOU!! MERCI !!

Great video!!

More pictures of Paris, less of you sitting in the chair would be nice

This is such an awesome video. Visiting Paris for the first time next month. I found this super helpful. Thank you 😊

You offer a wealth of information,however you speak way too fast Had to keep rewinding

I have a dream to visit paris I don't know whether it happens or not

You talk way too fast. Slow down your speech. Good info but drink decaf.

Nice tu

Watching this video after returning from visiting Paris for the first time. Stayed for 2nights and managed well. I think the only tip i missed would be keeping my expectations in check. Really thought Paris would be all flawless and perfect. But I guess I'd love to go again and stay longer, and hopefully be better at my French, because i think speaking the language just makes everything better 😊

I hear the "loud speaking" from Americans alot, but we are elderly and tend to speak louder to each other!

Slow down Lady

Bonjour! I loved your video, however, speaking on the level of noise Parisians may not appreciate was helpful but to say someone should not speak at all was rather condescending and a bit rude. I get it. The point was to let others know of their noise level in Paris but to say persons should not speak at all was rather rude and should have not been stated. Thanks for your video. I would just edit that part out.

Thanks

I stayed in a cute studio on Ile de la Cite with a view of Notre Dame when I stepped out my front door for about $100 x night. Was AMAZING!

i am a parisian, i do help people looking lost at the metro ticket machine (in a friendly way) and i do not steal their stuff/money. I now understad why tourists look at me like i am a pickpocket when i am trying to genuinly help.
I guess i better let strangers be lost from now on ....

Thank you for this content very informative.

Great tips. Just feel exhausted after watching her vids. She should slow down 😂

I love your advice but could you please slow down your talking speed 😂

sorry cant get enough details..you talked so fast
thanks for the info tough

I went in june 1 to 6th and it poured rain all day every day 😂😢

Slow down you talk too fucking fast which make the video unpleasant...

Question:-I'm planning on taking a trip to France but how much French do I need to know to navigate public transportation?

Thank you for the infos :)

Good info❤
Now,, I hope you can accept constructive feedback. The content is super useful but, slow down. The speed is tiring. Not an advantage.

theers only like 5 things to see in paris

Thank you for your great tips❤❤❤❤

slow down please … hard to follow when the narration rush like this 😢 adding more stress to the trip planning

Please slow down. There are older people listening.

As somebody that has traveled all over Europe and also worked as a multi-country tour guide your info is pretty much right on. I actually like the Hop on Hop off buses.

May be if u share the info a little slowly it would be more helpful. Just divide in 2 or 3 video

Wow she talks super fast

Well, we can only come in July.....cool story.

What about 7 days it's okay

Amazing amount of information gained from you. Thank you!

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Thank you for this amazing video! Lots of very useful tips and tricks! Much appreciated <3

Chambre de bonnes

In Paris now and I can’t wait to leave. Glad I visited once but my experience will make sure I will not return.

I still dont know which parts belong to city central after watching this videos. I think its better to share some examples so the newbies know

I checked my sound speed.. thought on fast play 😂

What is the flat rate from the airports ? Also where do you find the toilets if you don’t want to use the pods on the street?

Just got back from Paris, no they are still using paper tickets. Everywhere :) Make sure to keep the used ticket till the end of your trip as sometimes to get out of the metro station, you will need to use this ticket. Think "tap in and tap out" in London.

I agree with all of this. I haven’t been for a few years so didn’t know about the metro ticket thing. Thank you! I also love Paris and I think it’s because I make an effort with my school girl French. 😂