Paris Essentials
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Currency
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Euro
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Flight Time
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UK 1 Hour aprox |
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Time Zone
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GMT = +1 hour |
| Language | French |
| Voltage | 240 V (European two-pin plugs) |
Paris Tourist Attractions
The sightseeing opportunities in the city are virtually unlimited and whether your preference is for history, culture, art or contemporary entertainment, a weekend break in Paris will leave you with so many difficult choices for things to see and do. Most of the major attractions are open from 10am until 6pm with some, such as the Centre Pompidou staying open late until 9pm. Many museums are closed on Mondays. Prices vary greatly at monuments and museums throughout the city with basic entrance fees ranging from €5 - €15. There are various all inclusive tourist passes which include local transport and free entry into a wealth of attractions citywide such as the Paris Sightseeing Pass or a standalone Museum Pass which offer convenient and hassle free sightseeing. Several iconic sights are free for visitors such as the endearing cathedrals of Notre Dame and Sacre Coeur and even the most popular attractions have free entry to all on the first Sunday in each month.
Paris Opening Hours
Paris Opening Hours
Berlin shops and stores are now legally allowed if they wish to remain open 24 hours a day from Monday to Saturday, although in practice this is only the case for a small number of major stores. The vast majority of businesses are closed on Sundays except during busy periods such as Easter and Christmas time. Many shopping centres and department stores stay open until 10pm.
Paris Food & Drink
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Known as "la Grande Cuisine" Parisian cooking encompasses flavours from all over France and visitors looking for a taste of authentic local cuisine will not go hungry. Whether a la carte dining or a homely back street brasserie there is something to appeal to all tastes. Established favourites such as Steak Tartare, Bouillabaisse and Cassoulet are always popular for a filling lunch while exquisite haute cuisine dishes of seafood and game will tantalise taste buds. For many tourists the chance to visit the tempting patisseries of Paris are reason enough to visit and the elegance and unique atmosphere of a typical Parisian restaurant make eating out here such a pleasure.
Tipping & Etiquette In Paris
Tipping & Etiquette In Paris
Service charges are included in all restaurant bills in Paris which may range from 10-15% of the total. For all other services such as taxis, hotels and tour guides, the general rule of thumb is to tip an individual for any outstanding service although gratuities are not normally expected. Contrary to popular belief, Parisians are friendly and open and offer a warm welcome to visiting tourists. Any attempts to converse in French will be met with genuine interest.
French Phrases For Tourists
French Phrases For Tourists
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Hello
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Bonjour
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Do you speak English? |
Parlez vous Anglais?
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Goodbye
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Au revoir | Excuse me | Excusez moi | |
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Good Evening
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Bonsoir
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How much is it?
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Ça coûte combien?
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Yes
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Oui
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Where is...? |
Ou est …?
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Hotel
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L'hotel
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| Please | S'il vous plait | The bill please | L’addition s’il vous plait | |
| Thank you very much | Merci beaucoup | Beer | Une Biere | |
| How are you? | Comment allez vous? | Coffee | Un café |
Paris Useful Numbers
• Calling the UK from Paris – 0044 + area code minus zero + number
• Police – 112
• Ambulance – 112
• Fire – 112
• Fire – 112
Disabled Access In Paris
Numerous museums and attraction in Paris cater well to disabled visitors with induction loops, wide access ramps and lifts. Several also offer discounted entrance for the registered disabled and companions. Likewise much of the Paris transport system is wheelchair friendly along with many private transport operators offering a dedicated service to wheelchair users. Apart from the larger hotel groups, most Paris hotels only offer 1 or 2 rooms adapted as disabled accommodation so it is advisable to make reservations as soon as possible, especially during busy periods.
French Embassies
• GB Embassy - 35, Rue du Faubourg St Honoré 75383 Paris Cedex 08
Telephone +33 (0)1 44 51 31 00
• France Embassy - 58 Knightsbridge London SW1X 7JT Tel. (44) 207 073 1000
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