When looking for some entertainment options in Paris, don't forget to check out the many shows beloved by the locals as much as visitors, including world-renowned circus acts, magic shows, and the traditional children's puppet theatres still going strong in...
Author - Heather Stimmler
American-born travel journalist and non-profit media specialist living in Paris since 1995.
Sports & Races Paris hosts many prestigious sporting events throughout the year, and tickets should be purchased as far in advance as possible. Free events include the Marathon de Paris (April) and the Arrival of the Tour de France on the Champs-Elysées...
Entertainment Listings If you’re visiting Paris , try the Paris Voice or Gogo Paris, for entertainment listings focusing on the English-speaking community (ie theatre and literary readings in English) as well as major shows and exhibitions. Other Anglophone...
Calling France A normal French phone number has ten digits, ie: 01 40 25 08 08. Sometimes the numbers in travel guides are written for those calling from abroad. In that case, the initial “0” is dropped, and France’s international prefix of...
You’ll get the best exchange rate by using your credit/debit card for purchases or cash advances from automated bank tellers (distributeurs de billets). Be sure you know your 4-digit code and the maximum daily withdrawal allowance before leaving home...
Doctors If you need to see a doctor, your hotel or nearby pharmacy should be able to direct you to a generalist in the neighborhood. The fee to see a doctor is generally €20-€40. Any medications are paid separately at the pharmacy. If you are too ill to go to...
Major Concert Venues Paris-Bercy (aka Palais Omnisport Paris-Bercy — POPB) Rue de Bercy, 12th M° Bercy Tel 08 92 69 23 00. This grass-covered pyramid with up to 17,000 seats hosts major sporting events, music concerts and shows such as Madonna, Disney...
Banks are generally open weekdays 9am-noon and 2pm-5:30pm. Larger banks don’t close for lunch. Some are open on Saturday mornings. MANY GUIDEBOOKS SAY that you can get a cash advance with your Visa or Mastercard directly from the (human) teller at most...
Like any great world capital, Paris has many classical music venues of all sizes, where concerts are performed throughout the year, as well as world-class festivals.
Market Streets & Outdoor Markets Note: There are over 75 neighborhood markets in Paris. Check here for the complete list from the Mairie (City Hall) or ask your hotel concierge where to find the closest one in your neighborhood. Rue Montorgueil (2nd...
All of the clichés about dogs in Paris are true: the French love their canine friends!
Are the French rude? First of all, I don't think one should ever characterize an entire nation as being "rude" or "friendly". That's just silly. But the stereotype just won't die, probably because Parisians can be more rude than the average French person.
