Posts by author Bryan Pirolli
Purchase a "carnet" pack of 10 tickets to save on the Paris Metro. Photo:dassel
Your first time in Paris can be stressful, to say the very least. In fact, there are many things we wish we had known before our first trip. Among the many stresses encountered when planning your Paris visit is anticipating the costs — how much is this trip really going to cost, and what can » Read more
Climbing to the top of Sacre Coeur in Paris. Photo: Francisco Anzola
Maybe you passed high school or even college French, but speaking like the locals is something quite different from what we learn in the books. I don’t pretend to speak like I was born here, but I generally get by sans problème. We’ve talked about phrases that will save you money in Paris, but there » Read more
Don't try walking along the banks of the Seine today! Photos by Bryan Pirolli
Paris’ Seine River has flooded and risen to its highest point since 1982, expected to peak today at 21 feet. What does this mean for residents and for tourists visiting the city? Barriers have been erected along the Seine to hold water back, and the city’s two most famous art museums, the Louvre and Musée » Read more
A Paris flea market. Photo jafsegal
It’s the only time that anyone in Paris will be excited to hear the word puces — or fleas. The city’s iconic flea markets, often just called les puces, allow tourists to spend hours browsing everything from vintage prints and dusty books to tarnished jewelry and Louis XV furniture. The odds of finding an affordable, one » Read more
Fresh crepes in Paris. Photo: Dottie Day
Whether it’s with a fork and knife or on the go, eating a crepe just feels so Parisian – even though they are supposed to have originated in Brittany. Finding them is not particularly difficult, especially if you are around the Montparnasse neighborhood. Around the rest of Paris, however, it’s good to have a few » Read more
Fresh bread at a market in Paris. Yukiko Matsuoka
Grab your canvas bags. It’s market day in Paris! While the supermarkets in Paris provide all the food necessary to survive, the outdoor markets offer more variety of fruits and vegetables, often at lower prices. It’s a weekly ritual for many Parisians, but there’s no reason that the casual tourist can’t stock up on a few snacks » Read more
Drink like the locals and grab a seat at a cafe like this one on bustling Rue Montorgueil. Photo: Daviddje
Paris usually takes a backseat to New York or Berlin when it comes to nightlife options. Things are a bit more relaxed in Paris, but the good news is that there’s no shortage of budget options, whether you’re in a party mood or looking for something a bit more sedate or cultural. We’ve shown you how » Read more
Paris Passlib’ card.
Visiting Paris on a budget is sort of our thing, and if we haven’t made it clear, it’s fairly easy to do. The city is trying to make it even easier with the new Paris Passlib’, an expanded visitor card that promises a lot – but does it really deliver? Let’s break down the pass, » Read more
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It’s been a long year for Paris, but the city is exiting 2015 unified and looking to the future. I have never been prouder to call myself a Parisian. Moving forward towards 2016, we’ll turn the page and start over again, ready to take on annual occurrences and new experiences. And there are dozens of » Read more
Paris' monuments and sights are reopening.
Just a few days after the horrific attacks in Paris, tourism in the city is getting back on its feet. As of November 18th, major attractions like the Eiffel Tower and the Luxembourg Gardens are operating as usual. Museums and monuments are for the most part open. Even Disneyland reopened today and is back to » Read more
Where to start? Follow these tips for buying wine in Paris. Photo:Sylvie
Few beverages seem as intimidating as wine. Images of blind tastings, snobbish conversations about vintages, and hefty price tags immediately come to mind. Coming to Paris, wine drinkers are like kids in a candy store. Affordable and delicious wine flows freely, but travelers can easily be duped. Whether you’re looking for some vin rouge to go » Read more
Take a stroll through Montmartre with EuroCheapo. Photo: Aiva
Whether you are tracing the steps of artists like Van Gogh and Picasso, reliving iconic scenes from the film Amélie, or searching for an unbeatable view of Paris from the Sacre Coeur basilica, Montmartre is a must for any visit. Incorporated into the city of Paris in the late 19th century, Montmartre was a district » Read more
Don't let Lille pass you by. Photo: Craig Morey
While day tripping from Paris is quick and easy to many destinations like Versailles or Disneyland Paris, it can also be tiring. Sometimes you’ll want to just spend the night and, well, chill. Many dining experiences and other nightlife aren’t always easy when you have to catch the last train back to Paris. With that » Read more
First time in Paris? Lucky you! Photo: Craig Nelson
Imagine if we could travel to the past and visit Paris for the first time again. The excitement, the newness, the culture shock — it’d be exhilarating! If I could do it all again, however, there are a few things I wish I had known that could have made my first Paris experience a little » Read more
See a different side of Paris with a specialty tour. Photo: Set in Paris
If you’re thinking of paying for a private walking tour in Paris, the choices can be overwhelming. Websites like TripAdvisor can be helpful, but they can also feel like a mess of one food/photo/history tour after another. How can you even tell where to begin? We’re here to help, with a round-up of private tours » Read more
Just because you bought it in Paris, doesn't mean it will be cheaper. Photo: Gustavo D
Heading to Paris and love to shop? Many tourists arrive in Paris eager to snag fabulous deals on high-end fashions, accessories and perfume. They think, quite understandably, “hey, it must be cheaper to buy it here because it’s French!” Alas, this is not always the case. Even with a stronger dollar, very few made-in-France goods » Read more
A worker removes a section of love locks on June 1, 2015. Photo: Bryan Pirolli
Paris has finally resolved the padlock issue on one of its most iconic bridges. After several years of couples attaching their “love locks” to the Pont des Arts near the Louvre, City Hall has taken action to remove the metallic symbols of love. Today, deputy mayor Bruno Julliard announced that glass panels will replace the grills » Read more
You've arrived! Now how do you get into Paris from Charles de Gaulle? Photo: Mark Fischer
You’ve arrived in Paris! The cafés, the Eiffel Tower, the chic Parisians — well, where are they? Certainly not at the Charles de Gaulle airport. Consistently one of the most complained about airports in the world, there is now a small glimmer of hope for its future. A project is underway to create the CDG » Read more
There's nothing quite like Paris in the spring. Read on for our recommended ways to celebrate the season. Photo: one_drey
We’re already officially a few weeks in, but only now does it truly feel like spring in Paris. The Parisians are back from their Easter vacations and settling into their new routines, delighted by longer days and warmer temperatures. And it’s not just the locals who feeling the season. Visitors to Paris during these warmer » Read more
Generator Paris is a new budget hotel with trendy style. Photo: Courtesy of Generator Hostels
The Generator group, a trendy budget hotel and hostel chain that operates locations from London to Berlin, has recently made news with the opening of its giant, 920-bed hotel. Coinciding with a falling euro, the hotel offers a great new option for Paris-bound budget travelers. But who is this Generator Paris for? And what exactly does it » Read more
2015 will be a great year for visiting Paris. Photo:Yann Caradec
The New Year is almost upon us, and with it the attention of so many readers turns to travel in 2015. As is our holiday tradition, we’re ready with our list of why you should be excited about visiting Paris in 2015. (Funny how the list gets longer every year. We wonder what 75 reasons » Read more
Asking or a "carafe d’eau" (carafe of water) comes in handy at cafes and restaurants. Photo: John Cohen
So you’re feeling like you’ve mastered the “bonjours” and “mercis”? Maybe it’s time to kick it up a notch. Sometimes in Paris, hand signals don’t always work when you are shopping or dining in a café. We know the feeling when you want to say, “No, stop, please, I didn’t want the €65 box of » Read more
Don't be shy. Grab that picture perfect photo of the Eiffel Tower. Photo: Sulox32
Some people come to Paris and try to fit in by wearing their best black outfit, staying in an obscure part of town and avoiding speaking English as much as possible. Sure, it’s fun to be a local, but at the end of the day, being a local also means working, cleaning your own bathroom, » Read more
Pastries in Paris. Photo:Ajay Suresh
We all hear about the croissant and its rich little brother the pain au chocolat, but these are not the only breakfast items available at the bakery. Parisians aren’t about to dive into an éclair or creamy millefeuille for breakfast, but they do have other options. Skip breakfast in the hotel to save a few » Read more
Strolling through Promenade Plantée. Photo: Francisco A.
Paris has 20 arrondissements, and there is at least one reason to visit each. Well, sometimes there’s only one… But the 12th, to the east of the city and on the Right Bank (north of the river), is one of the lesser-visited districts that still has plenty of reasons to spend a day. You don’t » Read more
