Explore Paris

As France,s capital city, Paris is amjor European city and is an important centre for finance, art, fashion, science, diplomacy, commerce, gastronomy and culture.The Eiffel Tower is one of Paris, most recognizable landmarks, it was made by Gustav Eiffel during the 19th-century, another is the Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral built in the 12th-century.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
French; Occitan; English; German; Italian; Portuguese; Polish; Turkish; Maghrebi Arabic; Berber; and Vietnamese are used here.
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
Euro
UTC+00:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
Meals
Inexpensive Restaurant meal 15 Euros, Mid-range Restaurant meal 55 Euros, Combo Meal 9 Euros
Drinks
Beer 2,11 - 7 Euros, Water 0,93 - 2 Euros, Cappuccino 3,50 Euros, Bottle of Wine 8 Euros, Coke/Pepsi 2,95 Euros
Transportation
Transportation
Taxis
Taxi Start (Normal Tariff) 5 Euros, Taxi 1km (Normal Tariff) 1,50 Euros, Taxi 1hour Waiting (Normal Tariff) 41,04 Euros
General Transport
The cheapest method of getting around in Paris is by walking around, shortly after that is to use the Metro.Bike rentals is a good choice for any that are willing, but cycling can be difficult due to traffic.Bus services are available if you prefer this method.Taxis are few but cheaper to use at night, boat services are available, but renting a car is unwise in the middle of the city,s centre.On a scooter or motorbike, you can explore the city leisurely.

Things to do in Paris

Want to see a medieval fortress that,s been turned into the world,s biggest museum? Stop by The Louvre.Experience a mixture of art, architecture and culture, stop by a Beaux-Arts railway station that,s been turned into the Musée d’Orsay.Eat fancy cuisine or travel to the top of the iconic Eiffel Tower.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(France) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to France:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to France: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Shingles
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • (France) Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Power adapter
  • a camera with lenses/batteries/memory cards/chargers
  • Rain jacket or similar
  • Umbrella
  • Light sweater or blazer
  • Reusable water bottle
  • a Daypack and a First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(France) These countries don,t need a Schengen Visa to enter Europe (France is part of the Schengen Agreement): Albania; Andorra; Antigua and Barbuda; Argentina; Australia; Bahamas; Barbados; Bosnia and Herzegovina; Brazil; Brunei; Canada; Chile; Colombia; Costa Rica; Dominica; El Salvador; Georgia; Grenada; Guatemala; Holy See (Vatican City State); Honduras and Hong Kong S.A.R.