I am so excited to See this video. I am going soon and planning. I can’t wait. My husband is going for a work trip. And he isn’t excited to go the Paris. He is a county man and doesn’t like big cities but this was a place I want to explore for my life’s buckets list. We need budget friendly, enjoyable and not too hard to get around. But also not going crazy with tourist things more to enjoy being in Paris.
Map out what's most important for you to see, be sure to check out our Paris Top Attractions video and our Great Alternatives to Overcrowded Paris Attractions videos to get some ideas! There are plenty of budget friendly activities to do in Paris, happy travels!
Totally agree that St. Germain is the best area for first-timers (or any timers). We be visiting Paris in May and will be staying in Latin Quarter (almost St. Germain).
I so agree with you. I was sure you’d say the 7th arrondissement…glad you didn’t. The only thing there is the Eiffel Tower. We always stay in the 6th because it’s very walkable to everything, metro accessible, and the food is terrific.
Very informative video, thank you. I’m visiting Paris in July for 3 days before I hop on a cruise in Cannes. I’ve been trying to decide on a location . The trip is for my 17yrs old daughter’s graduation but I also have some elderly family members coming as well. I’m trying to fulfill her wishes with an itinerary as well as locating a safe convenient hotel for my family.
Your suggestions are great! Have organised a walking food tour in Le Marais. Last time stayed in an Airbnb in that district and it’s truly marvellous. Each visit I’ve deliberately stayed in a different area to experience the whole city. Cheers from 🇦🇺
Hi Anne, did you still have the info of the Airbnb... I'm going to France, with my husband and 2 teens for the first time, I'd appreciate it if you could send it to me 😀
Stayed in Le Marais in May ‘24. Way less touristy than St. Germain and a reasonable walk to Notre Dame. Loved the neighborhood. Very Paris but I agree on night life lacking. That said, most tourists are beat by 8:00. Go to ‘Bouillon’ the restaurant by Place de la Republique. Great experience that will not break your budget. Line up is intimidating but if there’s only two of you, they will move you in quickly.
Apartment/Airbnb vs Hotel can depend on your length of stay. Lately it seems Airbnb with the cleaning fees are similar in price to hotels, but they can be smaller, no daily cleaning and the beds vary. If you can snag an Airbnb deal do it but it seems to be similar pricing to hotels.
More videos on using The train, we are going to Paris from another European country but have to go back to that country because our flight ✈️ home is in that country.
We recommend Saint Germain, it’s convenient to public transit, walkable and close to many of the top attractions. Le Marais is nicer, quieter, but quite pricey.
St. Germain is not a bad choice but Montmartre I would never choose - too many tourists, nearby Pigalle is the red light district and is really seedy and is too hard to get to. The Marais contains the gay district and is full of noisy activity sometimes late at night and I wouldn't call it romantic Paris or even the "real" Paris. This couple seem like really nice people but they are clearly newbies to Paris. I also wish that they would take an introductory French course to learn proper pronunciation. Consider staying on the Ile St. Louis, around the Musée d'Orsay, near the Parc Monceau, near place de la contrescarpe.
It’s gonna be my first time in Paris and still looking for the best place to stay. I’m thinking 7th Arrondissement, what do you think and which hotel (not too cheap and not pricey). Thank you
We don't have a list of less expensive arrondissements, however there are some budget places to stay in the ones we recommend. It all depends on what you are trying to do while in Paris, we focused on central areas that also have good transportation.
The best option is Pigalle/St. George/Sopi. These two are clueless, but are going to advise you were to stay even though they’ve only spent a few days in their entire lives in Paris.
@@jimmyandbabstravels, Pigalle is widely considered to be one of the best options amongst travelers and people who live in Paris since it is central enough to walk to many tourist attractions, has some of the best and most authentic restaurants, is well connected by metro, yet is not overrun by large groups of people. Unlike you, I do have a flat in Paris and have spent significant time there. So, you stayed in Pigalle “the last time”, by which you mean the only time, but you’re going to recommend a bunch of other neighborhoods that you don’t actually know? Sure thing. Unlike you, I do have a flat in Paris and have spent significant time there. Bunch of clowns, these two are….
i see, i see. now which would be the neighborhood w all the really cute (but pretentious) people with tattoos flock to, and probably multiple thrift shops, shitty dive bars where you get treated like garbage with piss warm beer and maybe a record store? not being sarcastic, figured id just be direct with my question :]
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St Germaine, agree, not Monmartre too far out for a first timer. Le Marais, yes. But the ultimate central is the first, love it.
Thanks you two. Appreciate it.
Happy Travels Harry!
I am so excited to
See this video. I am going soon and planning. I can’t wait. My husband is going for a work trip. And he isn’t excited to go the Paris. He is a county man and doesn’t like big cities but this was a place I want to explore for my life’s buckets list. We need budget friendly, enjoyable and not too hard to get around. But also not going crazy with tourist things more to enjoy being in Paris.
Map out what's most important for you to see, be sure to check out our Paris Top Attractions video and our Great Alternatives to Overcrowded Paris Attractions videos to get some ideas! There are plenty of budget friendly activities to do in Paris, happy travels!
Helpful video, thanks!
Thanks for watching, glad to be of help! Happy Travels!
Totally agree that St. Germain is the best area for first-timers (or any timers). We be visiting Paris in May and will be staying in Latin Quarter (almost St. Germain).
Love it and hopefully Notre Dame will be open for you! Happy Travels!
This was so helpful 🙌
Glad you enjoyed it! Happy travels Eloise!
I so agree with you. I was sure you’d say the 7th arrondissement…glad you didn’t. The only thing there is the Eiffel Tower. We always stay in the 6th because it’s very walkable to everything, metro accessible, and the food is terrific.
Thanks so much for tuning in Don! Haha, we're glad we're spreading some good info into the universe. Cheers and happy travels!
Very informative video, thank you. I’m visiting Paris in July for 3 days before I hop on a cruise in Cannes. I’ve been trying to decide on a location . The trip is for my 17yrs old daughter’s graduation but I also have some elderly family members coming as well. I’m trying to fulfill her wishes with an itinerary as well as locating a safe convenient hotel for my family.
Thank you and it sounds like an amazing trip! Jealous of the cruise!! Happy Travels!
lovely. thx
Thank you 😊
Your suggestions are great! Have organised a walking food tour in Le Marais. Last time stayed in an Airbnb in that district and it’s truly marvellous. Each visit I’ve deliberately stayed in a different area to experience the whole city. Cheers from 🇦🇺
Thanks Anne! Staying in a new area each time makes you fall in love with Paris every visit!
Hi Anne, did you still have the info of the Airbnb... I'm going to France, with my husband and 2 teens for the first time, I'd appreciate it if you could send it to me 😀
@@normaallred3111Hello!❤ Can you pls share where you end up staying? Thank you🙏
Love your videos. It would be great if you could show locations on a map.
Thanks for the idea, we will look into this!
Stayed in Le Marais in May ‘24. Way less touristy than St. Germain and a reasonable walk to Notre Dame. Loved the neighborhood. Very Paris but I agree on night life lacking. That said, most tourists are beat by 8:00. Go to ‘Bouillon’ the restaurant by Place de la Republique. Great experience that will not break your budget. Line up is intimidating but if there’s only two of you, they will move you in quickly.
Glad you enjoyed it and love the Bouillon tip!
Great tips! Do you have a hotel you recommend? Also- apartment vs. hotel- which would you recommend? Hope to see more contents 😊
Apartment/Airbnb vs Hotel can depend on your length of stay. Lately it seems Airbnb with the cleaning fees are similar in price to hotels, but they can be smaller, no daily cleaning and the beds vary. If you can snag an Airbnb deal do it but it seems to be similar pricing to hotels.
More videos on using The train, we are going to Paris from another European country but have to go back to that country because our flight ✈️ home is in that country.
The EuroStar is easy from London to Paris, most train travel in the EU is smooth :)
Thanks
Thanks for watching! Happy Travels
Great video and really informative. Which one do you recommend for families out of the 3?
We recommend Saint Germain, it’s convenient to public transit, walkable and close to many of the top attractions. Le Marais is nicer, quieter, but quite pricey.
@@jimmyandbabstravels Thank you
Nice recommendations for those who are very well-heeled. For anyone else, not possible.
Thanks for your thoughts, what neighborhoods do you think are best?
Last week, I stayed in the 11th, one street from Le Marais. I liked it. We stayed amidst the French, it wasn’t touristy. It also was very affordable!
I heard Montmartre in the 18 Arr is a dangerous place near QPV's?
Hm I would say there are some really beautiful and fancy areas, and some… not beautiful and not fancy areas 😅😂
Did you have to buy a drinking water when you were there. Was the tap okay?
We drank from the tap and it was ok! Very common to drink tap water and order tap with your meals
Agree with this thank you!
Thanks so much for tuning in! Happy travels!
St. Germain is not a bad choice but Montmartre I would never choose - too many tourists, nearby Pigalle is the red light district and is really seedy and is too hard to get to. The Marais contains the gay district and is full of noisy activity sometimes late at night and I wouldn't call it romantic Paris or even the "real" Paris. This couple seem like really nice people but they are clearly newbies to Paris. I also wish that they would take an introductory French course to learn proper pronunciation. Consider staying on the Ile St. Louis, around the Musée d'Orsay, near the Parc Monceau, near place de la contrescarpe.
It’s gonna be my first time in Paris and still looking for the best place to stay. I’m thinking 7th Arrondissement, what do you think and which hotel (not too cheap and not pricey). Thank you
@@BoywithLoveeeeNot Really. Nothing there but museums which you can easily visit from more entertaining areas.
@@nedludd7622which areas you recommend for 1st timers in Paris
Do you have a list of the less expensive arrondissements
We don't have a list of less expensive arrondissements, however there are some budget places to stay in the ones we recommend. It all depends on what you are trying to do while in Paris, we focused on central areas that also have good transportation.
The best option is Pigalle/St. George/Sopi. These two are clueless, but are going to advise you were to stay even though they’ve only spent a few days in their entire lives in Paris.
We stayed in Pigalle last time and wouldn’t recommend it as a top option. Cheers expert French person!
@@jimmyandbabstravels, Pigalle is widely considered to be one of the best options amongst travelers and people who live in Paris since it is central enough to walk to many tourist attractions, has some of the best and most authentic restaurants, is well connected by metro, yet is not overrun by large groups of people. Unlike you, I do have a flat in Paris and have spent significant time there. So, you stayed in Pigalle “the last time”, by which you mean the only time, but you’re going to recommend a bunch of other neighborhoods that you don’t actually know? Sure thing. Unlike you, I do have a flat in Paris and have spent significant time there. Bunch of clowns, these two are….
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Totally agree.
i see, i see. now which would be the neighborhood w all the really cute (but pretentious) people with tattoos flock to, and probably multiple thrift shops, shitty dive bars where you get treated like garbage with piss warm beer and maybe a record store?
not being sarcastic, figured id just be direct with my question :]
Probably St Germain is where you want to be then. Wooot! Have fun!!