Be sure to check out Paris in my Pocket and grab my guide for the best possible start on your trip to Paris! get.parisinmypocket.com/guide It's loaded with tips on where to stay, how to get around, avoid scams, and hundreds of recommendations for food and drinks. You'll love it!
I'm French and was expecting yet another "American guide to France" but I loved this video. Very well written, not dissing the French. Good content mate! On behalf of my compatriots: Merci l'ami :)
Another Tip. Or rather, travel advice. If you look for a very nice place to visit in an afternoon, take the line H at Gare du Nord, and visit Enghien-les-Bains. It's a 15 minutes train ride that'll lead you to a small town, but it's absolutely beautiful, and it's home of one of France's best chocolate maker. There is a beautiful lake, and in the summer there's often a Jazz Festival where they'll set up a floating scene on said lake. Plus there is a Casino if it's your thing. So yeah, try and visit it, it's worth it.
We met once if you might recall, it was at Hotel Executive Enclave, Bandra, Mumbai, India during breakfast time at the hotel restaurant. It was probably in the year 2016 or 2017, I can't exactly remember. I told you that I too am a TH-camr but I don't do YouTubing professionally, for me it is a hobby & passion. Jay, I am toying with the idea of visiting Paris in early June 2023. I plan to go to London and then to Paris by train. I think your tips will be of help, thanks for posting this video. Wish you Happy 😊 & Successful traveling.
Came across your video, I was curious cause a lot of people give wrong info, you were spot on. good info. I’ve lived in paris now for 14-years. I jus want to add that if it’s really stormy out, do not take a cab or eg Uber. Traffic becomes horrible and you’re better off taking the metro.
It took my five years of living in SW France and 3 months in Paris to learn all this 😅 My tips: go to the back of every church you can! Prettiest views are back there! Also most streets are too small to turn right on red, literally will not work if two cars try to move through the intersection at once 😭 If you’re just visiting Paris for a week, spend each day in a different neighborhood. Take the metro (it is its own experience) but walk as much as you can to get a feel for the city! If you only have a week in France, head south!! Saying “Bonjour” will change your entire trip for the better 🙌🏼 Try out all the French you can, most people will really like it or at least they won’t be insulted by your attempt. And finally, eat the baguettes, take every opportunity for a croissant, and worry about walking it off layer.
I’m from Los Angeles and recently moved here to Paris 4 months ago.. I love it! Very useful tips, also for tourists.. be prepared for some stares from locals on the metro. I thought I was doing something wrong when I first arrived, but it was just that I looked “touristy”.. don’t take it personal, it’s just easy to tell whose a tourist or a local :) … You may also say, “Bonjour, ça va?”- it means, hello, how are you?.. If someone says it to you, then you can just respond with, “ça va” to let them know you’re good. Moreover, if it’s evening, you say “Bonsoir”. And another important word you may already know is “merci”.. which means, thank you. I myself am still learning some social cues, but nobody is perfect, so don’t worry too much about language barrier, just enjoy your time in Paris!
Man I just got back from 2 weeks in Paris. I used to watch your videos to learn, and I still do; but now I watch them to be reminded about Paris. The sound they play when the metro is coming really brought me back haha
Jay, thanks for doing this video. When I told my husband that Metro tickets were no longer available in carnets of 10 he was stunned. I had him watch this with me and we took notes. Now we know we need to get a Navigo card for our next trip in May, our 7th visit in 9 years. We enjoy your videos. Having Cooper as your sidekick is a bonus.
Jay, the best part of your videos is whenever you tell us to *not* do something. It's hysterical and just makes us want to take your advice all the more seriously.
I arrived in Paris today and I am so happy to be back! I’ve traveled here nearly every year for 25 years and agree with your tips and also picked up a couple new ones. Agree completely about staying near Notre Dame. We finally figured out staying on the Champs Elysee was boring and we spent all our time traveling. I bought your first guide and appreciate all you have done!
Hi Kimberly, as a french guy not living in Paris, I hope that in your 25+ trips you tried other cities, like Bordeaux, Lyon or Rennes, my hoemtown ! :)
Why!? Paris is the last city in Europe i would visit twice. It's so overrated. It's a dirty filled with rats city with scammers and beggers everywhere. The Vaucluse region is where you wanna go in France. Or a city like Prague.
"Frank and Frankie here, sending a big thank you for your practical tips! Your insights have added so much value to our travel prep. Keep those helpful suggestions coming!"
Bonjour. OK, you screwed up my youtube viewing routine … I normally read comments while the presenter talks endlessly about nothing worthy of note. If it has potential but too chatty (or speaks too slowly) I’ll bump up the playback speed to 1.5 or more. 5 SECONDS in you have me glued in place fearful of moving in case I miss something. You Sir, deserve a golden thumbs up! I’m going to check out your book, other vids, and then your Patreon. We are looking at options for the Eiffel Tower. Extremely well done. I’d recommend you to anyone. Well, maybe not the police.
I'm Swedish. I've visited Paris twice. I speak very little French. On both occasions, everyone was super-friendly. Because I accustomed. Big cities like NYC, Paris and even Malmö can't be expected to pamper you day long.
Great tips, mate!! I’m going to Paris Tuesday to Thursday as a birthday treat. I’ve downloaded the IDF app already. And… never even thought of looking Behind something, like sacré coureur !! What a beautiful sight!
Yup, I LOVED this one! Your energy was super, personality, well what can I say, it was JAYtabulous, and lots of fun to watch. Really great job and thank you!
This came just in time --- I was in Paris and went to Belgium for a few days, now heading back. Your IDF app already is helping me top off!! Thanks Jay!
I've been living here for 8 years and must say your tips are spot on! Biggest one on here is the taxi scammers in CDG, those guys are ruthless. Take care!
Could have really done with these tips last week! Night before flying back home my kid had a random asthma attack that he hadn’t had in over 10 years. Husband ran around Paris at midnight trying to find a 24 hr pharmacy to get an asthma puffer. Thankfully the asthma attack subsided after sometime and I called my husband to come back. Now we know! Thanks!
As an American who loves travel and France in particular, thank you for such very insightful tips on visiting Paris, and - as other commenters mentioned - I’m so glad this was NOT another giddy, uneducated, 20-something video showing us where to drink chocolat!! Merci 🌻
Thank you for all your tips! Because I was able to get some great pictures especially at Montmartre, and yes totally agree show respect and everyone was wonderful to us. Cant wait to go back.
So glad I found this video, thank you! Not least for the info about the carnet/paper tickets, which I relied on in Paris a few years ago, now I won’t get off the plane at Orly and be stuck playing catch up on all the changes.
Oh yes, I forgot my "bonjour" when entering a few places in Paris, and the proprietors would usually give me a polite but pointed "Bon jour" at that point. It finally got so automatic for me that I was doing it in store and restaurants in Sarasota!
@@AAbshier yeah but when you go to the cashiers you dont say hello? Its weird to talk to someone without saying hello isnt it or do you not talk at all hahah
@@blanco7726 Elsewhere, one might say Hey, What's up, or give a smile and a nod or whatever. None of that will do. You must say the words Bon and Jour.m, OR ELSE.
I didn't realize how helpful watching these videos would be, until I went to Paris and would think to myself "oh my god, Jay Swanson did video on this"
I've been following your old videos, revving up for our visit to Paris (great content by the way). Got back after the visit today morning and I found that you had uploaded this 4 days ago, when we were actually in Paris. "Bonjour" is a great tip and I can personally recommend this to anyone travelling to Paris. Bonus tip, "Parlez-vous anglais?" that obviously means "do you speak English?" We were able to get ourselves around with these magic word(s) in succession. Where it didn't do it's magic, we used the good old sign language!
@@JaySwanson Indeed! And Paris was much bigger than we expected. 4 days were nowhere close to being enough. Definitely coming back again, hopefully this fall.
Thanks much! Merci bien! Been in Paris 3x before but planning a solo trip in June for my birthday! Some of the things you mentioned I haven’t done before, so I appreciate it. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
I forget when they stopped selling them, but it might just be the discounted rate for paper tickets that's gone (since you can still buy paper tickets ATM)
The "carnet de 10" still exists!!!!!! We bought it few days ago. Weekly Navigo card starts Monday morning to Sunday evening. So, you can choose the ticket that suits you most, according the days of your stay.
The green signs killed me!!! I TOTALLY thought they were dispensaries! I’m a cali gal so yeah that it was hilarious. Love this video.. will be going to Paris soon and you’ve been a great help
Best way into the Louvre is via the Place de Carrousel mall. (The weird little entrance on the street-level side of the museum is almost never open, so the mall is the next best thing.)
I loved this one! I’m planning a Paris trip (take 2!) for either the fall or next spring and I’m certainly eager to apply what I’ve learned from you when I get there. Keep up the great work and best wishes to you and Cooper. 😊✌️
Jay Swanson My go to guy when talking about Paris the man dont say he an expert he dont claim to know everything But and thats a big But he tells it straight and he says what he likes and 9/10 he nails the info you will need I would give 10/10 but cannot coz wify says never give a man a big head whatever that means ..... Great vid jay
Checking out your website. Thanks for the tips. We are here for 3 days, we live in Honolulu, Hawai’i but are originally from Lewiston, Idaho. Nice to see someone in the area traveling. 🤙🏽
Thank you Jay, I'll be visiting Paris soon. Your vlogs are very helpful. Need to watch them 3x times though you talk so fast 😅😜 merci and looking forward to your next vlog.
Wait, so there's no more paper metro tickets? One less souvenir from Paris I guess lol. ~~💯Best "tips video" I've seen about Paris by the best vlogger/content creator in Paris!!! Go Jay (and Cooper)!!~~
I love how this is like "local tips" hahahahah very much like one of our internet friends, unlike Google which suggests very boring things hahahah well I'm only ready for how to get a bit of a discount on the Europe railroads thanks to this video which gave me more good tips I'm looking forward to my trip to Europe next month!
Excellent! Thanks for getting right down to it. I forgot about not turning right on red. Glad I saw this before my trip. I have some paper metro tickets from last time. Can I still use them? I get my SIM card from Lefrenchmobile before I go so I can use my phone as soon as I arrive.
Do you think that Paris is a good place for a first time solo traveler? I'm a 24 year old introvert from the UK and I'm trying to improve my social skills and confidence. Also what time of year would you recommend? Thanks.
love - have been a few times, - spot on - we are world travelers, have seen and done so much - we did paris (2nd) time a few years ago for xmas holiday! can see and do a lot if you are knowledgable.
Smart! The book - well, okay, The Guide; the marketing so far including this video; and everything that you have done thus far. And your drive to live in Paris because that is where you WANT to be? Smart, certainly, but more. Traits I wish I had, and maybe I do. But first, I need to visit Paris and see if I am right. And a visit to Paris won’t be complete nor successful, without your guide. I might memorize it before I go, let’s see. First, I need to buy it so am heading there now. Thanks!
I'd go out to the street and find one waiting, make sure they've got a meter, and don't agree to pay a ton up front. I wrote out a piece on this in the guide but use your wits and you'll be good!
Hi there! So grateful I came across this video. My trip to Paris is next week and I was wondering what’s the place you are sitting at the beginning of the video overlooking the Eiffel Tower? Thank you in advance! ☺️
We are arriving in London from Toronto in August and taking the Eurostar to Paris during our trip. We will be getting the GiffGaff sim card for our phones. I believe it works in Paris too. Are you able to confirm this Jay. Great video btw 😊
Leaving in 5 days with the wifey, first time staying in Paris And honestly first time on our own in Europe…with kids those 30’s went by in a flash! Anyway about the trip I’m kind of freaking out lol. Any other must watch videos of yours?
Thank you for the awesome tips, Jay. Will be in Paris for 4 1/2 days in December. My first time to Europe. Will be spending 7 days in London. Staying in the 11th Arrondissement which I hope is not a mistake but looking forward to seeing a few attractions but mostly want to feel like a local and relax with a coffee and pastry at a cafe in a less touristy area.
To add from the above: The 11th is one of the best places for good food, as well, so you'll have lots of options. The best place to feel like a local and be near lots of quality coffee.
Making my first trip in September. (First time out of the country, too). Since I spent a few years in NYC I plan to use Le Metro, but I was planning to stay near the Eiffel Tower. Maybe I'll change that. There's a little hotel behind Shakespeare & Co, so I think that's what I'll try to get since it's close enough to walk across to most things. (Especially since I'm on a budget and the Gay bars are in Quartier de L'Horloge near Le Centre Pompidou).
Hey Jay, great video! I've been to Paris three times and all your tips are legit. Just wondering what is the name of the cafe at 0.13? I keep seeing pics of this cafe with the Eiffel Tower view but never knew the name.
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Be sure to check out Paris in my Pocket and grab my guide for the best possible start on your trip to Paris! get.parisinmypocket.com/guide It's loaded with tips on where to stay, how to get around, avoid scams, and hundreds of recommendations for food and drinks. You'll love it!
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Gay??
Tip number 26: the best view in Paris is not from the top of the Eiffel Tower;it's from the top of the Arc de Triomphe.
Paris is simply wonderful. Everyone needs to enjoy this city.
I sort of feel sorry for people who don't, they're missing so much ❤
We watch you in Paris all the time and went to a restaurant our first day here and you were there. So glad to see you and your pup in real life
I'm French and was expecting yet another "American guide to France" but I loved this video. Very well written, not dissing the French. Good content mate! On behalf of my compatriots: Merci l'ami :)
Je t'en prie ! Thanks for the kind review 🙂
What would your initial expectations have to do with Americans?
He’s French but said mate 😂 he lied just to get likes on a comment and made sure it was nice so it could get traction 😂
@@stepahead5944 Because they are French…and probably miserable.
@@cjlproductions3281maybe French people can say mate too? Or is it exclusively English? Mate. 🙄
Another Tip. Or rather, travel advice. If you look for a very nice place to visit in an afternoon, take the line H at Gare du Nord, and visit Enghien-les-Bains. It's a 15 minutes train ride that'll lead you to a small town, but it's absolutely beautiful, and it's home of one of France's best chocolate maker. There is a beautiful lake, and in the summer there's often a Jazz Festival where they'll set up a floating scene on said lake. Plus there is a Casino if it's your thing.
So yeah, try and visit it, it's worth it.
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Thanks for this information! I like to try these little off the beaten path cities!
Please tell us the name of the chocolate maker in this town. Does he have a retail shop here?
@@MichaelP-j4l
Le cacaotier. There is another one which is named Le Scarabée d'Or which is really good too, but my favorite is Le Cacaotier.
We met once if you might recall, it was at Hotel Executive Enclave, Bandra, Mumbai, India during breakfast time at the hotel restaurant. It was probably in the year 2016 or 2017, I can't exactly remember. I told you that I too am a TH-camr but I don't do YouTubing professionally, for me it is a hobby & passion.
Jay, I am toying with the idea of visiting Paris in early June 2023. I plan to go to London and then to Paris by train. I think your tips will be of help, thanks for posting this video. Wish you Happy 😊 & Successful traveling.
Came across your video, I was curious cause a lot of people give wrong info, you were spot on. good info. I’ve lived in paris now for 14-years. I jus want to add that if it’s really stormy out, do not take a cab or eg Uber. Traffic becomes horrible and you’re better off taking the metro.
It took my five years of living in SW France and 3 months in Paris to learn all this 😅
My tips: go to the back of every church you can! Prettiest views are back there! Also most streets are too small to turn right on red, literally will not work if two cars try to move through the intersection at once 😭 If you’re just visiting Paris for a week, spend each day in a different neighborhood. Take the metro (it is its own experience) but walk as much as you can to get a feel for the city! If you only have a week in France, head south!! Saying “Bonjour” will change your entire trip for the better 🙌🏼 Try out all the French you can, most people will really like it or at least they won’t be insulted by your attempt. And finally, eat the baguettes, take every opportunity for a croissant, and worry about walking it off layer.
Don't go to Paris, go to the south of France.
I’m from Los Angeles and recently moved here to Paris 4 months ago.. I love it! Very useful tips, also for tourists.. be prepared for some stares from locals on the metro. I thought I was doing something wrong when I first arrived, but it was just that I looked “touristy”.. don’t take it personal, it’s just easy to tell whose a tourist or a local :) … You may also say, “Bonjour, ça va?”- it means, hello, how are you?.. If someone says it to you, then you can just respond with, “ça va” to let them know you’re good. Moreover, if it’s evening, you say “Bonsoir”. And another important word you may already know is “merci”.. which means, thank you. I myself am still learning some social cues, but nobody is perfect, so don’t worry too much about language barrier, just enjoy your time in Paris!
Welcome to Paris :) glad you're enjoying it ! Don't worry about looking too touristy, just do you !
@@-jltt- Thank you, I appreciate it!!
Man I just got back from 2 weeks in Paris. I used to watch your videos to learn, and I still do; but now I watch them to be reminded about Paris. The sound they play when the metro is coming really brought me back haha
Happy they can serve to pull you back in a bit 🙂
Same
Somehow I missed this the first time. Very helpful for my upcoming 5th trip to France. Still learning. Thx Jay. 🇦🇺
Jay, thanks for doing this video. When I told my husband that Metro tickets were no longer available in carnets of 10 he was stunned. I had him watch this with me and we took notes. Now we know we need to get a Navigo card for our next trip in May, our 7th visit in 9 years. We enjoy your videos. Having Cooper as your sidekick is a bonus.
Thank you! And yeah, he's already a lot of fun bopping around
Wow Bonnie, you like France ! Hope the parisiens are treating you well
I agree. I have bought the carnet on many previous visits and I'm glad to know about this (unfortunate?) change.
The paper tickets are back fortunately!! Lots of complaints, they had to back out of it.
Jay, the best part of your videos is whenever you tell us to *not* do something. It's hysterical and just makes us want to take your advice all the more seriously.
😆😆 Was thinking of making a whole video on not being *that* tourist
@@JaySwanson Please do. And be sure to dress the part and say all "those" things.
I arrived in Paris today and I am so happy to be back! I’ve traveled here nearly every year for 25 years and agree with your tips and also picked up a couple new ones. Agree completely about staying near Notre Dame. We finally figured out staying on the Champs Elysee was boring and we spent all our time traveling. I bought your first guide and appreciate all you have done!
Ahhh champs Elysées 😆 next tip video haha. Thank you for getting the first one! Grateful for the support 😊
Best area is Le Marais 👌
Le Marais is also a great area. 🥂🥂
Hi Kimberly, as a french guy not living in Paris, I hope that in your 25+ trips you tried other cities, like Bordeaux, Lyon or Rennes, my hoemtown ! :)
Why!? Paris is the last city in Europe i would visit twice. It's so overrated. It's a dirty filled with rats city with scammers and beggers everywhere. The Vaucluse region is where you wanna go in France. Or a city like Prague.
"Frank and Frankie here, sending a big thank you for your practical tips! Your insights have added so much value to our travel prep. Keep those helpful suggestions coming!"
Glad to be helpful, Frank and Frankie!
Bonjour. OK, you screwed up my youtube viewing routine … I normally read comments while the presenter talks endlessly about nothing worthy of note. If it has potential but too chatty (or speaks too slowly) I’ll bump up the playback speed to 1.5 or more. 5 SECONDS in you have me glued in place fearful of moving in case I miss something. You Sir, deserve a golden thumbs up! I’m going to check out your book, other vids, and then your Patreon. We are looking at options for the Eiffel Tower. Extremely well done. I’d recommend you to anyone. Well, maybe not the police.
Thank you! 🤗
I appreciate videos like this that are "to the point" without the fluff. Thank you for the information.
LOVE THIS! I hope you had as much fun making it as it was for us watching it.
Clear and concise. I was in Paris recently and can say that these are tips that are true. They work. Tnx Jay.
Thanks Bruce!
I'm Swedish. I've visited Paris twice. I speak very little French. On both occasions, everyone was super-friendly. Because I accustomed. Big cities like NYC, Paris and even Malmö can't be expected to pamper you day long.
I enjoyed your video and would add the official airport websites are good sources for the current flat taxi rate.
Went there last summer, it was really amazing trip
Great tips, mate!! I’m going to Paris Tuesday to Thursday as a birthday treat. I’ve downloaded the IDF app already. And… never even thought of looking Behind something, like sacré coureur !! What a beautiful sight!
Always good to sneak around and see what's just around the corner
Yup, I LOVED this one! Your energy was super, personality, well what can I say, it was JAYtabulous, and lots of fun to watch. Really great job and thank you!
My pleasure! I had a lot of fun with it, obviously haha
Wow. That went fast. Think I'm going to have to watch again. 😁
Haha, sped right through
very useful! it misses a passage on how to rent a bike I will take over on this point ^^
This came just in time --- I was in Paris and went to Belgium for a few days, now heading back. Your IDF app already is helping me top off!! Thanks Jay!
Awesome! Glad it's working 🙂
I've been living here for 8 years and must say your tips are spot on! Biggest one on here is the taxi scammers in CDG, those guys are ruthless. Take care!
Could have really done with these tips last week! Night before flying back home my kid had a random asthma attack that he hadn’t had in over 10 years. Husband ran around Paris at midnight trying to find a 24 hr pharmacy to get an asthma puffer. Thankfully the asthma attack subsided after sometime and I called my husband to come back. Now we know! Thanks!
So glad he's ok! I hope the next trip goes smoothly without any stressful incidents like that
Oh my gosh, how scary! So glad he is okay!
Thnx Jay,
After several trips to Paris the past several years, you are spot on. Merci
Thanks John!
Awesome video! I will be moving my daughter to Paris this year for school and there were some very useful tips to help her there.
Great!
As an American who loves travel and France in particular, thank you for such very insightful tips on visiting Paris, and - as other commenters mentioned - I’m so glad this was NOT another giddy, uneducated, 20-something video showing us where to drink chocolat!! Merci 🌻
what neighborhood is best for a first trip to paris for 3 nights?
Thank you for all your tips! Because I was able to get some great pictures especially at Montmartre, and yes totally agree show respect and everyone was wonderful to us. Cant wait to go back.
That's great!
Perfectly timed video I will be eventually going to Paris in May and your tips are perfect thanks.
Awesome!👏
So glad I found this video, thank you! Not least for the info about the carnet/paper tickets, which I relied on in Paris a few years ago, now I won’t get off the plane at Orly and be stuck playing catch up on all the changes.
I'm from Paris. Thank you for your video, it's excellent 😊
My pleasure!
Jay - This video is awesome!! It takes me back to when we first began watching. Cooper makes it so much better.
Haha, he steals the show for sure
Oh yes, I forgot my "bonjour" when entering a few places in Paris, and the proprietors would usually give me a polite but pointed "Bon jour" at that point. It finally got so automatic for me that I was doing it in store and restaurants in Sarasota!
Haha, fun leftover from a trip
I don’t understand do you commonly go into places without saying hello and just straight to business?
@@blanco7726 It's very common in the United States, at least in larger stores. Smaller stores I will usually do a greeting if someone is close by.
@@AAbshier yeah but when you go to the cashiers you dont say hello? Its weird to talk to someone without saying hello isnt it or do you not talk at all hahah
@@blanco7726 Elsewhere, one might say Hey, What's up, or give a smile and a nod or whatever. None of that will do. You must say the words Bon and Jour.m, OR ELSE.
I got Jay's guide. It's EXCELLENT. Well worth the money! Thanks Jay!
I didn't realize how helpful watching these videos would be, until I went to Paris and would think to myself "oh my god, Jay Swanson did video on this"
Haha, prep through entertainment
I've been following your old videos, revving up for our visit to Paris (great content by the way). Got back after the visit today morning and I found that you had uploaded this 4 days ago, when we were actually in Paris.
"Bonjour" is a great tip and I can personally recommend this to anyone travelling to Paris. Bonus tip, "Parlez-vous anglais?" that obviously means "do you speak English?" We were able to get ourselves around with these magic word(s) in succession. Where it didn't do it's magic, we used the good old sign language!
Glad I could be of help! I hope the trip was a blast!
@@JaySwanson Indeed! And Paris was much bigger than we expected. 4 days were nowhere close to being enough. Definitely coming back again, hopefully this fall.
Enjoyed your video. Thanks for the tips. Will be moving to Strasbourg soon.
Sweet!
Thanks much! Merci bien! Been in Paris 3x before but planning a solo trip in June for my birthday! Some of the things you mentioned I haven’t done before, so I appreciate it. 🤜🏻🤛🏻
You're welcome! Hope it's a great birthday trip!
So fun, even though most of these I’ve already learned. There’s always more to learn and you are my go-to guy!
I've got more in the pipeline for sure!
Howdy from Texas, Jay! You’re looking great and a wonderful video as always!
Thank you!
Jay this is great. I didn't Navigo has taken over. I was there in January and was still buying a carnet for daily use.
I forget when they stopped selling them, but it might just be the discounted rate for paper tickets that's gone (since you can still buy paper tickets ATM)
I love this kind of videos you make. Just like the one for how to use the metro! Soooo helpful. Thank you Jay 😀
My pleasure!
The "carnet de 10" still exists!!!!!! We bought it few days ago. Weekly Navigo card starts Monday morning to Sunday evening. So, you can choose the ticket that suits you most, according the days of your stay.
Fantastic video! I’m moving to Paris soon, this is very helpful!
Great to hear!
The green signs killed me!!! I TOTALLY thought they were dispensaries! I’m a cali gal so yeah that it was hilarious. Love this video.. will be going to Paris soon and you’ve been a great help
Best way into the Louvre is via the Place de Carrousel mall. (The weird little entrance on the street-level side of the museum is almost never open, so the mall is the next best thing.)
I absolutely loved this video! I'm traveling soon and taking my daughter for the first time and this was excellent!!
Thank you!
I’m going to paris in august . Goodlooks for this video
Thanks!
Bro you’re looking fit man! Congratulations! 🎊🎉 Great work. This video is extremely helpful. Excellent editing too, you creative soul. Gratitude!
Thanks dude!
Excellent tips and video….and always nice to see Cooper 🐕
He's a keeper
Just returned from Paris on June 7 and yes they do sell paper tickets in batches of 10.
Awesome tips!! And yeah - BONJOUR!! So so so so so important. This is always my #1 tip for people going to France. Always Bonjour!
Amazingly simple but consistently necessary to remind newcomers - makes all the difference
Best and most comprehensive guide I've watched. Thank you so much!
I loved this one! I’m planning a Paris trip (take 2!) for either the fall or next spring and I’m certainly eager to apply what I’ve learned from you when I get there. Keep up the great work and best wishes to you and Cooper. 😊✌️
Thank you!
Jay Swanson My go to guy when talking about Paris the man dont say he an expert he dont claim to know everything But and thats a big But he tells it straight and he says what he likes and 9/10 he nails the info you will need I would give 10/10 but cannot coz wify says never give a man a big head whatever that means ..... Great vid jay
Happy to help! And don't worry, with the weight loss my head technically got smaller 😆
I loved the style of this video! Very nicely done, great stuff!! Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure!
Checking out your website. Thanks for the tips. We are here for 3 days, we live in Honolulu, Hawai’i but are originally from Lewiston, Idaho. Nice to see someone in the area traveling. 🤙🏽
Timely video, land in Paris May 15th! Thanks Jay!
Hope you have a blast!
Thank you Jay, I'll be visiting Paris soon. Your vlogs are very helpful. Need to watch them 3x times though you talk so fast 😅😜 merci and looking forward to your next vlog.
Retention tactics 😆
Wait, so there's no more paper metro tickets? One less souvenir from Paris I guess lol.
~~💯Best "tips video" I've seen about Paris by the best vlogger/content creator in Paris!!! Go Jay (and Cooper)!!~~
There are still paper tickets for now, but they're trying to phase them out, and you can't buy them at a bulk rate anymore
Also thank you!
Thank you Jay for this video. Makes me want to visit Paris again...well done!
Thank you!
@@JaySwanson Just curious...is the downstairs bathroom in #20 from the Cafe Beaubourg near the Pompidou??
I love how this is like "local tips" hahahahah very much like one of our internet friends, unlike Google which suggests very boring things hahahah well I'm only ready for how to get a bit of a discount on the Europe railroads thanks to this video which gave me more good tips I'm looking forward to my trip to Europe next month!
Ok you’re my new fav! Love it how you’re funny and straight to the point. Heading to Paris in a couple of weeks!
Hello from Wenatchee! We are heading to Paris in the fall and love your channel. My husband likes your shirt too...(Run Washington)!
Going there in August, omg you are very energetic and positive. Thank you for making the videos fun 😊
You're most welcome!
Excellent! Thanks for getting right down to it. I forgot about not turning right on red. Glad I saw this before my trip. I have some paper metro tickets from last time. Can I still use them? I get my SIM card from Lefrenchmobile before I go so I can use my phone as soon as I arrive.
Good tips. Love your little doggie.
Thanks! Me too
Do you think that Paris is a good place for a first time solo traveler? I'm a 24 year old introvert from the UK and I'm trying to improve my social skills and confidence. Also what time of year would you recommend? Thanks.
We French are also introvert. Take a chance.
Definitely a good place for a first time. It's easy to navigate, safe, and as stated in another response, the French will generally leave you alone 😆
love - have been a few times, - spot on - we are world travelers, have seen and done so much - we did paris (2nd) time a few years ago for xmas holiday! can see and do a lot if you are knowledgable.
Thanks!
Love your Boston. Dirst time Ihave seen one in Paris.
He's a keeper 😊
Smart! The book - well, okay, The Guide; the marketing so far including this video; and everything that you have done thus far. And your drive to live in Paris because that is where you WANT to be? Smart, certainly, but more. Traits I wish I had, and maybe I do. But first, I need to visit Paris and see if I am right. And a visit to Paris won’t be complete nor successful, without your guide. I might memorize it before I go, let’s see. First, I need to buy it so am heading there now. Thanks!
Memorizing it would be IMPRESSIVE. I hope you have a wonderful trip!
Jay I was watching before my visit Sept. 2022 and back to refresh for upcoming Sept. 2024. PS Luv the Puppy
🥂 Have a great trip!
Bonjour! Love your video, quick and brief, thanks.
You're welcome!
Thanks for sharing this video. It was helpful and informative. 😊😊
Awesome video Jay! And you’re looking great by the way!
Thank you!
Great video Jay and well done on guide. Any tips on getting taxi a taxi Gare de Nord…..I have been screwed more than a few times! Thanks
I'd go out to the street and find one waiting, make sure they've got a meter, and don't agree to pay a ton up front. I wrote out a piece on this in the guide but use your wits and you'll be good!
Best video! Funny and great info!
Hi there! So grateful I came across this video. My trip to Paris is next week and I was wondering what’s the place you are sitting at the beginning of the video overlooking the Eiffel Tower? Thank you in advance! ☺️
We are arriving in London from Toronto in August and taking the Eurostar to Paris during our trip. We will be getting the GiffGaff sim card for our phones. I believe it works in Paris too. Are you able to confirm this Jay. Great video btw 😊
Fantastic!!! Great tips. I think this is gonna be a banger! 🤞🏼👍🏼
Thanks! I had a lot of fun making it
Leaving in 5 days with the wifey, first time staying in Paris And honestly first time on our own in Europe…with kids those 30’s went by in a flash! Anyway about the trip I’m kind of freaking out lol. Any other must watch videos of yours?
The 20 in 20 series is popular, but maybe how to use the metro just to get a refresher 👍👍
Thanks Jay! What cafe is this last tip in? I love in Paris and it looks cool, I’d love to go there!😊
Dancing Goat, nice spot in the 20e
Thank you for the awesome tips, Jay. Will be in Paris for 4 1/2 days in December. My first time to Europe. Will be spending 7 days in London. Staying in the 11th Arrondissement which I hope is not a mistake but looking forward to seeing a few attractions but mostly want to feel like a local and relax with a coffee and pastry at a cafe in a less touristy area.
To add from the above: The 11th is one of the best places for good food, as well, so you'll have lots of options. The best place to feel like a local and be near lots of quality coffee.
I am currently staying in the 11th and the food is amazing here and the locals have been very kind to the silly Americans 😊. Very happy here
@@damioncline981 any specific places you loved and can suggest, Damion?
Great tips. Coming in May. Thanks.
The Bathroom tip is Gold! *USE THE TOILET BEFORE YOU LEAVE RESTAURANTS!*
I love Paris.
Now this was done well and great tips gong to Paris
Thank you!
Making my first trip in September. (First time out of the country, too).
Since I spent a few years in NYC I plan to use Le Metro, but I was planning to stay near the Eiffel Tower. Maybe I'll change that. There's a little hotel behind Shakespeare & Co, so I think that's what I'll try to get since it's close enough to walk across to most things. (Especially since I'm on a budget and the Gay bars are in Quartier de L'Horloge near Le Centre Pompidou).
Check out Le Marais. I always stay there. It’s the best.
Totally a worthy switch of locations, especially if you're wanting to walk to the bars and back 🍻
Very helpful! And can we talk about that adorable Boston Terrier?
Wow Wow! You upped your game. Rick S. can take notes of you. 🌴🌴 Aloha
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Well done! So enjoyable!
Thanks!
This video=GOLD
Aw thanks 😊
Very good tips, well done
Thanks!
Hey Jay, great video! I've been to Paris three times and all your tips are legit. Just wondering what is the name of the cafe at 0.13? I keep seeing pics of this cafe with the Eiffel Tower view but never knew the name.