Super Simple Paris Travel Guide 2024

The first time I came to Paris, I was 20 years old and I did everything wrong and I didn't like it. I'm out of the city centre, I don't have easy plans. I went to a big but not very good bread. And I'm going in August and I'm very sad that everything has been so strong. But... We'll take care of it. For you and your friends in Paris, we'll do our best to make this video easy, easy to understand, useful. So, the first leg to Paris or the last leg to Paris is the best possible leg. Hi, this is Jordan. And my name is Erica. And we're here outside the center. We've been living in England for six years. And we like to go to Paris. We're going to take the Eurostar. Go to Paris for a week. So, we have a little more facts about Paris. We're still learning. Especially when I have to say it. That's great. We've been to school. So we'll do our best to say the words. Please don't leave them in a comment too bad. Or not, not at all. No, no, no, not at all. But we've made this video into three parts. First, things you need to know before you go. Once was enough. And we'll end with some very interesting things to do. So we won't be surprised in the tough places. And we'll start with our important conditions. We didn't see anything else in this video. These are the most important conditions for a trip to Paris. That's very helpful. Paris is very surprising. We feel it. There are so many interesting things to do around the city. So we're very clear. Use the special things. Be careful with those things. And maybe you can finish those things first. That's what I'm saying. Use your time. Internet for five days. We'd really like that. We will talk. Use a lot of time. A lot of time. We like 3-4 days. We can see a lot. And we're going to head back to the pier. If you like the surroundings and like the city. So, you'll need about 5 days. These are my big words when I came to Paris. When I'm reading. I thought, Paris Maybe it's a bad con for you. We are not. If you step up and say hello. And see them when you send them. It will be clearer. Many Americans step up and start talking to them. But you must be smart. So, say hi. Good afternoon, madam. This thing will be around everywhere you go. Whoa. Or at home. Well, really. And here is a question. I'm going to Paris for a day. It's a great city trip. In the center of Paris. If you have a good day plan for the trip. Put it down. Everyone come and get some information before you go. I can't help but talk about the Olympics. It's the biggest thing going on in Paris this season. We can talk about it in Europe. It will run from 26 to 11 May. And the Paralympics will follow the main Olympics. So, with a city in Europe. We'll see you in London. We live in London. The city Olympics are very good. Because it's already solved the city. I'm sure you will. We feel the cultural change. After a few years. So, what? I don't know if you're going during the Olympics. This video isn't about that. Because it's going to be very busy. And it will be very different from a regular trip to Paris. But, like, Thank you for finding out where you're going. First, let's put money in the restaurant back up ahead. So, Paris will be busy all summer. So the biggest thing is to put money back into the restaurant. We'll talk about it later. Here are some things about the Paris Olympics. A lot of things. It can be found in the Place de la Concorde. That's a very normal place to go. But that's where breakdancing will take place. Very good. So, that's where breakdancing will take place in Paris. At the Olympics. So that's where it happened. I think it's very cool. All right. So, a trip to Paris is not good. And there's something you need to know before you go. So, you have a plan. I think it can be done as you wish, right? When we're 20. We certainly made it easy. But it can also be very hard. We have a full documentation section on our site, settle some money. So you can use it for any type of trip you want. So, a five-day trip in May to Paris, No time to use the machine. We estimate it's more than $2,000. So it's about $450 a day. What's the biggest trip? The hotel. Of course there's a hotel. We'd like to introduce you to each other. Go around the area. So, it's good. You don't need a train. So, that's a good place to be. So, apart from the flight to the bay, If you don't want to spend all your time underground, We also recommend a trip to London. However, we like tube in London And we like the airplane in Paris. Sometimes, it's good to take the train. So, it's longer than that. But you can stay on the ground, You can see it. The feeling of life. Train number 69 Because it will take you From the centre of Paris through a number of other locations. It started at the Eiffel Tower. You can go to the Louvre. And more. It's not going through Marai. So, there's a lot of things. Train number 69. Paris has also used A lot of money. Let's go to the train. So, one more great thing. There's a train going around the city. We sent you Come to a train About 20 years ago. About 15 years ago. A small boat. And they still talk about it. It feels so good. It's not hard to go. First, go to the train station. Paris is nice every week. But they sure do every week. The best time, What do you mean? Month of May and Month of May. As everywhere in the world, You have a good time. In the month of May and in the month of May. It's very good. The time you can Be careful. There's May and June. That's because It's very difficult. Not just by the Olympics. It's not that hard. It's hot. Months and months It's all very difficult. And if you live In a train, Or a car It's simpler than that. You won't have It's hard. And the month of May and the month of May Starting in the center of Paris, Near the Louvre Upper right. It's like a train wreck. It's not very different. How about London? I'm working with the train crew. So, You can say I'm going to the train. Best for you, right? We have six likes. About where to be, Starting from Where are you? That's good for you. There's something there. We like to go back In the middle of Paris. We like 1-9, There are It's like downtown. A lot of people don't like it. Because they say There is no one stronger than you. and buildings small And the little places. And that's it. But, it's all true. But we like it Because it's easy. I'm going to be back. It's easy to become In the center of it. If you want Like downtown, I'm going to be in the middle of the road. If you want. But don't be too hard on yourself. And there's the second tip. There's a man outside the city. Maybe not worth it. I'm not sure. As much time as you have. That's the first mistake. When I return to Paris. I didn't really become In Paris. I'm back. outside Paris I choose. RER That's the train. That's the difference. That's all I'm going to say. You need Decision by Plan and do what you like. You can tell. I'll take all your time. In the morning and at night On this train. With the people who work in Paris Go home now. And you know, You may wish quay trở về trung tâm của bạn (bay to your centre) Before the You guys go eat lunch. And I can't do that. Tip something there. I know that The center is here. It's smaller. And there it is. I'm really in Europe. Very small. Don't have that plan. If you like Not in the middle of the room. You like it In the room. Many rooms There's no sun area. Look at that. I'm not going to lie. Many rooms in the center, Especially in the middle of the city. As in rooms 4 and 5 All areas with sun. Many rooms in the center It can't be. When you look. You can Ask this a lot. If you Go with more We have two others. who often come along with us. You know what? See also either booking two hotel rooms or trying to find a family room Because most of the hotel rooms are double occupancy And this can add up Really quickly. If you're like a family of four, Family 5. So, some tips are to look for Family rooms at hotels. They're scarce. You have to. Book early and book ahead Because there aren't That many of them But look for those. If you can't find a family room, You can look for hotels That offer a deal on booking A second room. So, there are some hotel chains, some boutique hotels That will offer Book the first room. for full price, Get the second room. for like 50% off. So, look for those And maybe you could be able to to save some money. And then, If you're really struggling to find hotel rooms to fit your family, You can also look at the service departments. Lightning round. Quick FAQs on things to know before you land. Number one is Have a good phone plan already set up. You can do it. international telephone plan through your home carrier in the US. That goes daily. or monthly for international planning. What we like is to get an electronic SIM and eSIM. We go through Airalo. I don't know, I'm not sure. If I'm saying that right Because I'm in French. or whatever. But we have a connection. Down below. We love this. Because you can download to your phone. It's an electronic SIM. So it plugs automatically into the French network When you're there. And I got it. It's so nice to do this. Before you land Because once you land at the airport or the railway station, You want to be able to to navigate your way around the city. So sometimes I don't do this shit. I'm depending on Erica. to get us around. That's fine. But just be prepared. for that. Number two is practice your French before you arrive. You don't need to To know a lot But you just need To know enough to be courteous. So some important words That you might want to write down and make a note of Good afternoon, - Hello, how are you? Thank you, Good day, madam. Good afternoon, monsieur. Those are good too. I'll see you later. - Bye, now. I'm sorry, I was just... - I'm sorry, I was just... That's pretty easy. Do you speak English? So you speak English? And yes and no. Yes and no. You can also use I'm going to Google Translate. Download the app It makes everything Really easy. Especially if you need to read signs. Take a picture of it. And then you can Read what it says. Cash is the euro. You can have cash on you. But most places I take credit cards. A lot of these cities are going cashless. For a power outlet You'll need an adapter. Like this one right here to get in your electronic devices. You probably don't need A converter like this. for the power for the AC-DC Most things because You have your phones. and your computers And stuff like that. that run off direct current. Don't overload your itinerary and light pack. We like to have Minimal stuff to bring with us. It's nice to bring layers though. The morning can be It's a lot different than the afternoon. for temperature wise. And bring a small backpack. It's just easier to travel with and also to put in places compared to a bigger backpack. - I'll see you later. Now you are. arriving in Paris And here are some things That you should know. Good day, you. Getting into Paris. We like to come by train. So we love to Go from London to Paris I'm taking the Eurostar. That comes to The station of Gare du Nord North side of the station. That's what the station name means. And that's a really Convenient way to get in. If you're flying into Paris The airport is located in the municipality of Saint-Malo. is the main airport In the north. There's another airport. down on the south, Orly. Charles de Gaulle is very popular. Orly has fewer flights. But you might find Something convenient for you. And it might have more Domestic flights to Europe I think that - What is it? When you arrive at French Prime Minister Hoping on the subway is the easiest way to get into the city. There's a bus that goes But I heard that. The timing isn't great for it. You'll need a separate Pass that. If you do take the metro You need a special ticket. You can buy it there. to get into Paris. Taxis are available. They can take a while. With traffic though And they're 60-70 euros. They'll be your most expensive option. Getting around the city. We love to walk around a comfortable wear A pair of shoes. So like you said wandering around the neighborhoods. The metro is the most Popular way to get around The city. Look for the big M. for the station entrances. They're like every few blocks. Give this a subway It's the second busiest the world's largest subway system. Do you know What's number one? What about New York? Moscow. Whoa! Whoa! I didn't think It would be either. I thought it would be London. I'm not. - I know. Metro for kids 3 and under ride for free 4 to 11 are heavily discounted. That's really helpful. To buy a ticket to the metro We recommend getting at a kiosk Right at the station. That's the best way to do it. So you can get single paper tickets They're called The T plus tickets. We end up doing those A lot to be honest It's a little easier But they're a little more expensive. You can also get a Visit to Paris I believe that's what it's called. Which is like a pass. It's an unlimited ride for 1, 2, 3 or 5 days. So do what's best for you. We have an article Down below More details on that. And I will say If you do get a paper ticket Don't use it And then dump it. Because you do need to show proof. Oh, when you're in the subway. You might need to, yeah. So when you're Taking the subway. One thing you do I really want to make sure You are aware of is how fast The doors are closing. Oh, yeah. I'm going to go. Yes, it will catch you. I'm off guard. It's not like London. Where it's like The doors are gonna close. Beep beep beep. In Paris They roll up. open and then shut up. Especially if you have kids. You have to make sure You're quick on that one. Get in the car. Get in and get your place. A great app. for navigating the city is City Mapper. That's our go-to app I was in London. It works great in Paris too. and other locations. It will tell you the fastest way to get from point A to point B And what's the best the means of transport is. So you can pick If you want to do Metro, walk, cycle, Whatever you need. Taxi, Uber, and the like. all that good stuff. All right, lightning round or frequently asked questions When you arrive. Please note These tips apply to pretty much Every major city around the world. They're not unique to Paris. Don't eat by major monuments or other tourist sites. Usually the food. It's gonna be more expensive. and not the authentic French cuisine that you're looking for. Yeah, you don't have to. Wander far away from these monuments to get a good meal But you just want to Kind of wander off the beaten path. And while you're by these great monuments Just be aware Pocket-thieves are more prevalent around there. Same on the subway. Like I said, this happens. In other cities too So just always Kind of looking for that. So when you're paying with your credit card You will be given the option to pay in euros or pay in US dollars. What we have found is the option to pay in euros Because we get a better exchange rate through our card than we do at that terminal. So just a way Experience the city by walking. We can't stress that enough. Check out the architecture. You find all these Plaques all over the city. It's just a beautiful city. to walk around. It's one of our major reasons for it too. Especially the parks. are absolutely stunning. The Luxembourg Gardens is our favorite For that one. The best. Bring those. comfortable walking shoes As we said. Please avoid procrastinating. You know, Paris is a living city With a lot of people working around So you don't want to to be holding up the sidewalk. It's a common complaint. Especially stopping. Right at the top of the metro station. I mean, you're just... Blocking the traffic, right? So just make sure You keep walking. Retail stores They open at 9am. and close at 7pm. They're on a pretty strict schedule. A lot of them. Closed for lunch too. The Marais Which is our favorite neighborhood in Paris is pretty much Closed on Mondays. You won't find Anything open there. So plan your day Those around sort of schedules. It's free. Do you give tip or not? Same thing goes with London. The culture of tipping Has changed from no tip to now tipping is pretty standard. You'll see. included on most bills. It's about 10%. 5 to 10% is included. If you're at a cafe And you get drinks Usually 1-2 euros You put down for that. If you're at A good way I think it helps. the tourist place If the waiter is like demanding More for a tip. So just kind of know What to expect on the tip. Like I said. 10-15% is pretty standard But check your bills. Probably included. Other, of circular cross-section are notoriously Hard to find around Paris. You're walking around the city And you have to go. And you go into a cafe And ask where The bathroom is They'll probably say There's one available. The polite thing. to do is Order a drink. Sit down. and order a drink Use your toilet. That's the best way. to do it. Usually toilets are located downstairs Or behind the bar. Our last section Thanks for making it. This far. Things to do and unique things. First of all, A quiz. What is the most visited attraction in all of Paris? It's not what I thought. It was going to be. The Eiffel tower. That's what I thought. It is now. The Cathedral of Notre Dame. I think that's historical. They've been fixing it up. Because of the fire. They're expecting to open in December 2024. We'll see if they hit their date on that. When we were there Last summer It was heavy. under construction. So I'm sure They're working hard. to fix that. Is the Eiffel Tower two? I forget what it is. Is the Eiffel Tower Number two? - No, I'm not going. It's the Louvre. on the list? Number three? It's number three. First thing to do Is that we love to explore the local markets. Especially when you're Walking around the city You go in there. for a quick bite to eat or to find some artisanal The shoemaker. But we like going to the markets. There's a lot around town. We'll put some up. on the map right now for you. I mean, you're probably Going to enjoy the parks in Paris because They're beautiful. And we've mentioned it. Our very, very, One of my favorites. is Luxembourg Gardens. It's just spectacular if you have children or if you are A big kid yourself. Use the boats. in the pond there. You can also just Sit out in the chairs. There's some famous There's a fountain there. There's a lot of There are sculptures there. It's a pleasure park. Just like that. Grab a chair and relax. It's just wonderful. Another famous one. is the Tuileries. It has nice little There are cafes around it. A lot of artwork. Right next to the Louvre. It can get pretty dusty. And busy we felt like But the Tuileries is another famous one. Great place for an ice cream. There you go. - Thank you. That's right, I did. Also, do the walking tour. Choosing a local guy To take you around And show you the sights is a lot of fun. Also, you can DIY it. We have a free walk Take a tour down below. It's a one-day Perfect itinerary. It's like a good amount of walking But takes you on a The wonderful path of Paris with a lot of great including lunch and dinner. Gather on the Seine. The river is gorgeous. It's amazing. I mean, it's amazing. It's right in the the heart of the city. We like to do a boat tour. They're popular. and well priced. They're usually like 16 to 20 euros. They take you along all the great sights. They speak in Multiple languages And they'll just point out A lot of the great history and sights along the river. It's a simple thing to do. It's only an hour long. It's super touristy And in the best way It is possible. It's great. - It's great. You can pick up. Point Neuf, the old bridge, Right by Notre Dame. or by the Eiffel Tower. We have connections. to some of our favorites. Number five. I'm sure it's a cliche. It's not super unique. But it's museums. Museums of Paris are wonderful. Even if you don't museums of love, You'll love these. They're beautiful buildings. The architecture is great. Also, also, the art collections are staggering. My favorite is the Orsay. It is the Musee d'Orsay. It's an impressionist. You have Van Gogh there. You have great sculptures. You got Monet. Monet. What? I'm a chemical engineer. I don't even know much about art. But when you're there, You're like, I know that one. I know that. I'm sorry. It's a lot of fun. And plus you get a classic picture in front of the clock. Erica's favorite is... Well, I don't know. If it's my favorite. It's not her favorite. And then there's the Louvre. Which is magnificent. You can spend days there. And get lost there. But here's a tip. It gets crowded. And it's busy So one fun thing Is it open? until 9.45 Friday night. Oh, that's a nice date night Right there. It's a great night out. So I mean, Head there late afternoon. And you can stay. until 9:45. What a delight. A tip if you are. visiting the Louvre. Know that there are four entrances So the main entrance is the one with the glass pyramid. That is generally The busiest. Go to their website There are because three other entrances. They're usually open. especially during rush hour. Two of them. You probably will. be able to use. One, Almost everyone. I can use it. Another one. You can use If you don't have a large backpack or bag. And then the third one I think it's for membership cards only But you can check on their website And they'll show you if the other entrances are open These are often because have significantly shorter queues Compared to the one at the main entrance. And while we're on the theme of museums, Don't stroll up there Just hoping to get in. They're booked. on time slots And there are huge lines out front for them So you have to Book this in advance. So Erica has some tips on booking these museums and other things to do around Paris. So technically you can Walk up to the museums But if you want to Hurry up your entry. to a lot of them Make sure you just book a time slot I'll get it in advance. You'll probably still Wait in a queue But it will be significantly shorter. So yeah, Just do that in advance And here's the big one. For if you are Someone who wants to go up to the summit of the Eiffel Tower. The summit. Or the second floor. Either one. You have to make your reservation in advance And this is one. Hoping to go to the summit You're going to want to set an alarm tickets because are released 60 days And they sell out fast. especially during the peak periods. So if you do miss out on getting a ticket from the official website They're around 30 euros. You can often find them through resellers But they're gonna be significantly more expensive like 100 euros by ticket to go up to the top. So just If you want to go up the Eiffel Tower book in advance. I'm going to set an alarm. for our next trip. Please do. I think it's going to be fun. So restaurants Especially if you're Trying to go to restaurants to make reservations And you're going to want to show up relatively on time Especially for The ones that are very busy If you don't show up on time They will give you Reservation away Just like anywhere else. And one tip about restaurants. Are they not going to bring your bill Until you ask for it. So don't feel like You have been forgotten. You just have to ask. for your bill And I love this. Because it lets you control the pace of your dinner. It's more You're in Europe. You're on vacation. It's the quality of life. It's lovely. And we have an article on our favorite Latin Quarter restaurants below in the description So check those out. And some tips too. on ordering food and making reservations for those. We threw a lot at you. With this video Make sure you go to our website yourguidesabroad.com Because we have a great free travel guide to Paris With a lot of great things on where to stay and what to do And all that jazz. So make sure you check that out. in the description below Plus our one page. Paris route is down there too So we have a lot of great stuff. Thanks for sticking with us. and you're gonna have A great first time. To Paris, are they? - I'm not going anywhere. I bet you will. Better than mine. Thanks for watching. - Thank you. - Thank you.