Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Paris, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
Not registered yet? Sign up now for special offers, community updates and an exclusive 15% discount off all products in our e-shop.
Getting Around
Mayor Bertrand Delanoë has made it a mission to improve circulation within the city. The southern rim Tram 3 line that opened in November 2006 allows some commuters to avoid heading into... read more
Air Travel
Two airports service metropolitan Paris, easily reachable by RER train or bus. All major carriers fly direct to Paris, and most major cities can be reached direct. With a fleet of 380... read more
Boat
Several years ago, the City of Paris formed a committee to discuss a mass transit system on the Seine. Nothing ever came of it. The closest thing Paris has is the Batobus, which is really... read more
Bus
Paris’ RATP bus network is as extensive and efficient as its metro system, most lines running from 07:00 to 20:30, with no Sunday service. Steer clear of the bus at peak travel times, as... read more
Car
As with the rest of continental Europe, driving is done on the right side of the road. Compared to other major cities, Paris’ streets are wide and its main conduits well-maintained.... read more
Bicycle
Traditionally not a popular form of transportation, bicycles recently made a huge entry onto the Parisian street scene, thanks to the new Velib’ scheme. Around 20,000 bicycles are... read more
Metro
With nearly 300 stations, the metro’s 14 lines along with its five express (RER) lines, serve 4.5 million people per day and 62 stations connect to at least one other line. The largest... read more
Motorbike & Scooter
Easier to park and scoot through traffic jams than cars, les deux roues, or two-wheelers, have a certain following in Paris. Whereas the number of motorbikes and scooters has seen steady... read more
