The capital and largest city of France
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Transfer from Paris CDG to ORY
I'll be landing at Roissy (Charles de Gaulle) airport in Paris at 9:40 tomorrow (a Saturday) and leaving on another flight from Orly at 13:35 (latest check-in 13:15). That gives about 3.5 hours, ...
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Paris Pass, Paris City Passport, Paris Visite
Researching a family trip to Paris (parents & 8- and 5-year-old), I've discovered multiple travel/visit 'cards', but am having difficulty working out how to effectively differentiate between them: ...
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Price of complément de parcours varies depending on where I buy it: why?
I have a Navigo monthly pass, valid for zones 1 to 3. When I try to buy a 'complement de parcours' to Aeroport CDG from Arcueil-Cachan, it shows me the price to be something between 7€ and 8€. From ...
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What are the exactly restrictions on night time Eiffel Tower photos?
I know that there are some restrictions on night time Eiffel Tower photos, but what exactly is allowed and what is not? Does it make a difference if some persons are on the photo and the tower is only ...
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The website says the Eiffel Tower is sold out for two months. Is there anything I can do?
I went to the Eiffel Tower web site looking to buy tickets for an upcoming visit, and found that, except for a few days, it is sold out for basically two months. I am guessing that it is not truly ...
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Is the Fibonacci crocodile still being displayed at the Centre Pompidou in Paris?
In 2004 I visited the Centre Pompidou in Paris and back then I really liked the Fibonacci crocodile. Being a fan of numbers, I like art where numbers play a crucial role. I will be in Paris soon and I ...
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Two person cabin on City Night Line train
My girlfriend and I are planing on taking one of the City Night Line trains from Paris to Berlin.
They have different cabins that can hold 2, 4 or 6 people. We want to get one that is just the two of ...
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What are the 'hidden' parts of Paris worth visiting/experiencing? [closed]
After living in Paris for nearly three years I am about to move back to London in two months time. I'd like to do a few new things before I go and would welcome any suggestions that aren't the usual ...
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What should a non-French speaker anticipate when visiting Paris? [duplicate]
What should a non-French speaker anticipate when visiting Paris? I heard that the French don't like people who only speak English; is it just a myth?
Is there anything wich I really should learn how ...
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How to buy a cellphone SIM card in Paris?
How do I buy a SIM card for my cellphone in Paris? Also, is there anything I should keep an eye out? (things like fees, cellphone-compatibility in europe...) and do they have pre-paid plans (in Brazil ...
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Transfers between Paris and its airports
Paris has 3 airports (Orly, Roissy, Beauvais), what are the options to go to or to come from there?
(There is also Vatry (XCR) but there is very few flights and i see the shuttle system is currently ...
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How do I catch a train or a bus in France (more specifically Paris)
Just walk in the station and buy a ticket as usual? Or is there anything else I should know?
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How do I get the 'Paris Visite' ticket?
Where can I buy the Paris Visite ticket? (I live in Brazil). Also, how do I calculate whether it is going to be cheaper than just buying single tickets?
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What do I need to know to go to the Palace of Versailles?
I'm staying at Paris and I plan on taking a day out to go to Versailles. What type of information should I have to accomplish this?
Maybe something like this:
How to get in and out of there (wich ...
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How do I discover what parts of France are within 1-day travel?
I'm headed to France next week and I will be staying in Paris. I will use only public transport. How do I calculate what destinations are within a 1/2-day travel (go in the morning, stay the day and ...
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What is the cheapest / fastest way to get from Brussels to Paris?
There are several ways of getting from Brussels to Paris. The fastest is probably the train, but it gets more expensive when you buy the ticket on the last minute.
My question can be really split ...
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How can I get around Paris both cheaply and efficiently?
I will be visiting Paris in a couple of days.
I was wondering what is the cheapest way to visit all the major tourist attractions in Paris?
Do they have 3-day passes for all the public ...
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What are the options for a prepaid SIM card in Paris? [duplicate]
What are the options for a prepaid SIM card in Paris?
Data service is not necessary, only voice.
I live in the US and I need to know the phone number for the SIM card before the trip.
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What's the deal with the “string people” in central Paris?
I've taken my fiancée to Paris twice - first for our 1st anniversary, and again for our 4th - and both times we had troubles with guys bothering us around the Sacré Coeur in Montmartre. They hang ...
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First time in Paris - decent questions regarding transportation and tourist attractions [closed]
About my journey:
I will be travelling to Paris in the beginning of March with my girlfriend and staying for 3 days.
We are landing at Paris Beauvais Tille Airport. I have unfortunately found that ...
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Are there days/times/dates when most Paris museums are free?
While Paris does have some great free museums and art galleries, such as
Le Petit Palais and
Musée d'Art Moderne de la ville de Paris
many of the museums have an entrance fee. Since most of my museum ...
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Is there a Paris equivalent of London's Oyster Pay-As-You-Go?
When travelling around London, I usually follow the
standing advice
and use an Oyster pay-as-you-go card for my tube/bus/train/dlr journeys. It works well, as I can load some cash on every so often, ...
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Which place is best for for “sky diving” out of Rome, Paris & Venice? [closed]
I am planning to visit Rome, Paris & Venice for a holiday. One of my want is to do skydiving through an aeroplane.
Can anyone tell me out of these cities, which one provides skydiving ?
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Showers at/near Paris Gare du Nord station?
As part of a great skiing trip in France by train, I'll be getting a sleeper train into Gare d'Austerlitz at around 6am, then heading across Paris to Gare du Nord to get the Eurostar back to London. ...
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Rome to Paris by train
Can anyone tell me how can I book Rome to Paris train ticket? I am trying
Trenitalia website
but not getting any results.
I want the fastest train, preferably running during the daytime.
Also, can ...
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For an affordable Educational School Tour what is the best time to visit Paris
I am planning for a School Tour to Paris. Looking for some good tips such as best time of year to visit, affordable transport method, cheap yet comfortable hotels etc. So that we could have a good ...
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Saving leftovers from restaurants in Paris
Doggy bags for saving leftovers in restaurants are extremely common in the USA, especially as portions sizes are usually too large to consume in one meal.
But I have read in various forums that it ...
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Skipping long lines at free-museum days in Paris
In Paris, many museums are free on the first Sunday of each month. Thus the lines for museum entry can be extremely long. Is it possible to skip through the line if I bought a ticket in advance?
I ...
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Famous pieces in the Louvre [closed]
Besides the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo, what are the don't-miss pieces of the Louvre's permanent collection?
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Where to print science posters in Paris? [closed]
I am going to Paris for a conference, but I failed to print a poster at home. How can I find a poster printing service with immediate printing of A0/A1/A2 posters in Paris (from pdf)?
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Travelling European countries from Nov 27 to 5 oct from Paris, France [closed]
Currently, I live in Paris, France. I would like to travel in Europe (any country) from Oct 27 to Nov 5 by train/plane. I believe that between this time North Europe is not a good option due to cold. ...
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Getting from Lille to Paris by public transport, after 10pm
I've been looking at train times from Lille to Paris, and was rather surprised to discover that the last train back is very early. On Monday-Saturday it leaves Lille at 21:51, and gets into Paris at ...
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What is the proper dress code for a one Michelin star restaurant in Paris?
We are going to Paris on a short trip and have booked a nice restaurant with one star in Michelin guide. Now we are debating what an acceptable dress code is in such a place. Suit? Not jeans? Dress?
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Where to go in (the vicinity of) Paris to find Art Nouveau antiques
Planning a weeks trip to Paris, focused on locating Art Nouveau antiques (furniture, mirrors, lamps etc) for purchase. I know of the flea market in Saint-Ouen and plan to visit it. Are there any more ...
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Least stressful method of travelling around Paris
In London I can get one day travel card for the underground train, - it might not always be the absolute cheapest but I nearly always end up getting one. And if I were a tourist I would definitely ...
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Can I go from Paris to London by train on a one-day trip?
Next vacations(febuary 2013) I will stay 3 days on Paris with other 3 people. One day on Louvre, next day on city and another one... is still a doubt... We are wondering about going to London from ...
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Daytrip castles outside Paris
We will spend a couple of days in Paris early fall and would like to spend at least one day visiting a castle or small town with old city centre. What options are there?
We have already done ...
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4 days in Paris
I am leaving on friday for a city trip to Paris, arriving at noon. I am already leaving Paris again at monday evening at 5 o'clock.
I really want to see the Louvre, Versailles and the Eiffel Tower ...
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what options & time needed to transfer between Gare du Nord & Gare Montparnasse? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Paris Gare du Nord to Gare Montparnasse, by public transport but without lots of walking?
What are options & time needed to transfer on 23/8/2012 bewteen ...
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List of holidays for Île-de-France weekend/holiday pass?
The Île-de-France ticket jeunes week-end is valid on Saturdays, Sundays, and other holidays. Where can one get a list of dates on which this ticket will be valid?
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Can one use a TER train inside Île-de-France with an Île-de-France pass?
If one is taking a TER or Intercités for a journey entirely inside Île-de-France, can one use an Île-de-France pass such as Navigo, Mobilis, or Ticket Jeunes Weekend valid for the appropriate zones?
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Description of overnight train from Paris to Italy?
I'm currently living in Paris and want to meet up with some friends of mine in Italy. I would love to experience an overnight train. I found a train to Milan on Intercités de Nuit, and I am tempted to ...
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Things to do with young children in Paris in August
I will be going to Paris in August with 3 other adults and 3 children (aged 2 to 6).
What kind of things are worth seeing/doing that will keep them amused? I would like options for if the weather is ...
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How to find a multi-day park-and-ride for Paris?
We are planning to go by car to Paris for a few (2-4) days. As I'm a bit afraid of crashing my car or having trouble parking I was thinking of leaving it somewhere outside Paris and continue by ...
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Free parking for motorbikes in Paris
I was wondering if motorbike parking is free in Paris as it happens to be in, for example, Madrid.
I also read about parking on the pavement on this page:
"Parking of two-wheeled vehicles on the ...
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How to avoid paying for musical gardens if visiting Versailles Palace on a Tuesday?
We plan to visit Versailles Palace on May-8-2012, which is a Tuesday. Unfortunately the official website states that the garden is not free for entrance on that Tuesday as the musical garden would be ...
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What are my options for long term parking at Paris Charles de Gaulle?
I am flying from Paris on a two week holiday. The parking fees at the airport are quite expensive. Does anyone know alternatives?
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Is it safe to stay outside the Boulevard Périphérique in Paris?
I'm planning on staying in Paris with my wife for a few days in April. I've found a number of hotels for a reasonable price and with overall good reviews on TripAdvisor. But all of them are located in ...
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Hotel in Paris with a grand piano in the suite
Does anybody know a hotel in Paris with a grand piano in the room/suite ?
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New Year in Paris [closed]
I'm planning to spend New Year holidays (8 days) in Paris and looking for some interesting places/events that are not very well known to tourists, but are real gem of this city and it's way of life? ...
