What area is best for first time visit to Paris?


What area is best for first time visit to Paris? If it's your first time in Paris, our recommendation is that you stay either in the 7th Arrondissement at the feet of the Eiffel Tower, or in Le Marais, the heart of medieval Paris.


Which arrondissement is the Eiffel Tower in?

The Eiffel Tower is located on the Champs de Mars at 5 Avenue Anatole France in the 7th arrondissement of Paris. The symbolic monument in the heart of Paris can be spotted from a distance and is easily identifiable.


Which arrondissement to not stay in Paris?

But, there're some parts of Paris that you should avoid at night or take extra precautions when visiting. For instance, try and avoid some neighborhoods of the 19th and 18th arrondissements as they're quiet, empty, and shady during the late hours. Don't walk through the small streets, especially if you're alone.


Where to avoid staying in Paris?

If you plan to live in the 19th arrondissement, avoid these areas at night when alone: Stalingrad and Jaurés on the west, Danube and Mouzaia in the east, and Cambrai in the North. You might want to take caution near the Buttes Chaumont parc and Ourcq canal as well.


Which area is safest in Paris?

A Look at the Top 9 Safest Areas to Stay in Paris
  • The Latin Quarter.
  • Champs Elysées.
  • Le Marais.
  • St Germain.
  • Châtelet.
  • Montmartre.
  • So-Pi.
  • Canal Saint-Martin.


Which area is the best to stay in Paris?

Best Place to Stay in Paris for Fantastic Boutiques, Galleries, Bistros, Bars, & Nightlife: The Marais, 3rd & 4th Arrondissements. Best Central Paris Neighborhood for Your Budget: The Latin Quarter, 5th District. Where to Stay Near the Eiffel Tower: 7th Arrondissement.


How do you get around Paris for the first time?

Tips to Getting Around Paris Google maps on your phone or a paper map from your hotel will lead you around the city to wherever you need to go. Take time to put down the map and get lost. A metro line is always nearby to get you back to your starting point. Explore the city on foot and see what you discover.


What should not be missed in Paris?

There's too many to name, but some of the highlights include the Eiffel Tower, Musée du Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Tour Montparnasse, Arc du Triomphe, Picasso Museum, Châteaux de Versailles, Musée Rodin, and Musée National de l'Orangerie.


How many days in Paris is enough?

Planning Your Trip to Paris A trip to the French capital is likely to be an excellent experience. First-time travelers should try and plan around 4-5 days—ample time to enjoy some classic Parisian highlights and visit a few of the 20 arrondissements (neighborhoods).


What is the cheapest way to get around Paris?

Metro. The Paris Metro is our preferred way to get around the city when we travel around central Paris. This is because it is fast, affordable, has a regular service, and it covers the majority of the attractions in the city centre. The Paris metro system is currently made up of 16 lines and 302 stations.


Can I walk alone in Paris?

If you're walking around alone in Paris you'll want to stick to well-lit, lively areas and be alert with regard to your surroundings. I often walked from a metro or bus stop back to my Airbnb which was several blocks away, at night.