Sunday, April 23, 2006
Where are the cheapest places to drink beer?
Posted on 6:32 PM by fbdfbfb
Go to smaller bars rather than centrally located ones. Beer is a rather popular drink in France, and most bars can offer you a selection of at least 5 or 6 different beers.
There are several bars and restaurants which specialize in beer:
Académie de la Bière
88 bis, Bd de port Royal
75005 Paris
Tél : 01.43.54.66.65
Fax : 01.46.33.85.23
The Frog and Rosbif
116 Rue St Denis
75002 Paris
Tel: 01.42.36.34.73
Au Trappiste
4, rue St Denis
75001 Paris
You can find more information on this topic here.
There are several bars and restaurants which specialize in beer:
Académie de la Bière
88 bis, Bd de port Royal
75005 Paris
Tél : 01.43.54.66.65
Fax : 01.46.33.85.23
The Frog and Rosbif
116 Rue St Denis
75002 Paris
Tel: 01.42.36.34.73
Au Trappiste
4, rue St Denis
75001 Paris
You can find more information on this topic here.
Are Paris buses reliable?
Posted on 6:31 PM by fbdfbfb
They are clean, and usually well maintained. They get crowded from 5 pm till 8 pm as most Parisians use the public transportation system. Bus speed is dependent upon trafic conditions. On certain lines, you can expect a bus every 5-10 minutes. On less frequented lines, expect a 15-20 minute wait between 2 buses. Bus stops are everywhere, and bus maps show you which lines to take to your destination (though they are often unclear).
Is it true one can get around on foot and hardly need taxis to see all the main sights?
Posted on 6:30 PM by fbdfbfb
Yes, 100% true. In fact, we highly recommend walking in Paris, and avoiding taxis as much as possible due to heavy traffic.
Which American cities have direct flights to Paris?
Posted on 6:25 PM by fbdfbfb
Here are a few of them: Philadelphia, Boston, NYC, Atlanta, Detroit, and Miami.
Is there a wax museum in Paris?
Posted on 6:20 PM by fbdfbfb
Yes:
Musée Grévin
10, boulevard Montmartre
75009 Paris
Tel: 331 47 70 85 05
Metro station: ‘Rue Montmartre’
Hours: Open everyday 10am to 7pm
Admission fee: Adults :€15.09, children under 14: €9.15
Web site: www.musee-grevin.com
Musée Grévin
10, boulevard Montmartre
75009 Paris
Tel: 331 47 70 85 05
Metro station: ‘Rue Montmartre’
Hours: Open everyday 10am to 7pm
Admission fee: Adults :€15.09, children under 14: €9.15
Web site: www.musee-grevin.com
What neighborhoods are best to stay clear of, as far as safety goes?
Posted on 6:14 PM by fbdfbfb
In our experience, the rowdiest neighborhoods extend:
- North of the ‘Barbès-Rochechouart’ metro station to Porte de Clignancourt
- North-East of the ‘Gare de l’Est’ metro station to ‘Crimée’
- East of the ‘Jaurès’ metro station to ‘Porte de Pantin’
- North of the ‘La Fourche’ metro station to ‘Porte de St Ouen’
Is Paris safe during the day?
Posted on 6:12 PM by fbdfbfb
Except for occasional pickpockets, yes, Paris is very safe.
Is Paris safe at night? Is it safe for 2 women to use the subway at night?
Posted on 6:09 PM by fbdfbfb
Most of the city is safe at night, yes. There are however certain neighborhoods which we would not recommend single persons unfamiliar with their surroundings to visit at night.
If you take a metro map and follow the various lines, we recommend avoiding the following areas after 11:00 pm.
If you take a metro map and follow the various lines, we recommend avoiding the following areas after 11:00 pm.
- All stations on Line 4, from ‘Strasbourg Saint Denis’ to ‘Gare du Nord’
- All stations on Line 2, from ‘Gare du Nord’ to ‘Colonel Fabien’
- All stations on Line 5, from ‘Gare de l’Est’ to ‘Bobigny Pablo Picasso’
- All stations on Line 7, from ‘Gare de l’Est’ to ‘La Courneuve’
- All stations on Line 9, from ‘Maraichers’ to Mairie de Montreuil’
- All stations on Line 7, from ‘Tolbiac’ to Villejuif’
- All stations on Line 13, from ‘Plaisance’ to ‘Chatillon-Montrouge’
- All stations on Line 12, from ‘Porte de Versailles’ to ‘Mairie d’Issy’
- All stations on Line 9, from ‘Porte de St Cloud’ to ‘Pont de Sèvres’
- All stations on Line 13, from ‘La Fourche’ to ‘Saint-Denis Basilique’
Is it true that hotel rates can be discounted up to 70% in Paris?
Posted on 6:07 PM by fbdfbfb
No, this is 99% pure hype. We cannot say it never occurs, but it’s so rare we’ve never seen such deep discounts in reality.
Is it true that I can get a better room rate if I deal directly with the hotel?
Posted on 6:06 PM by fbdfbfb
Most usually, yes.
What is the cost of a hotel in Paris?
Posted on 5:45 PM by fbdfbfb
Hotel rooms can cost anywhere between €50 and €2,500 a night, depending on the hotel category, location, and comfort. Here is an assortment of average rates observed over a number of months:
Cheap | More expensive | Cheap |
€50-€65 | €65-€90 | €70-€95 |
More expensive | Moderately priced | Expensive |
€90-€160 | €170-€260 | €260-€2500 |
What is the best way to get around Paris?
Posted on 5:41 PM by fbdfbfb
Use the subway to go quickly from one point to the other, and walk to discover Paris at your leisure. Avoid taking cabs if you can, traffic is usually too heavy and cabs are expensive.
Friday, April 21, 2006
What is the best area to cover Paris major sights?
Posted on 10:22 PM by fbdfbfb
There is no real ‘best area’ to this end for two major reasons: (a) the major Parisian sights are spread far and apart, and (b) Paris is a large city but you can quickly move from one area to another using the metro system. The metro system is easy to use, and generally clean. The subway system allows you to cross Paris along its East-West axis in less than 45 minutes, and along its North South axis in about the same time.
When is the Orsay Museum closed?
Posted on 10:02 PM by fbdfbfb
On Tuesdays, and usually during civil servant strikes. All national museums are closed on Tuesdays.
Wednesday, April 19, 2006
What are the opening hours of the Orsay Museum?
Posted on 12:49 PM by fbdfbfb
What is the admission fee to the Orsay Museum?
Posted on 12:48 PM by fbdfbfb
It depends on the exhibition. Usually between €7.50 and €9.
What is the best time of day to go to the Louvre Museum to avoid crowds?
Posted on 12:47 PM by fbdfbfb
In the morning and in the evening. But the museum is so big, crowds are only a problem at the ticket booth. Buy your tickets in advance.
When is the Louvre Museum closed?
Posted on 12:38 PM by fbdfbfb
On Tuesdays, and usually during civil servant strikes. All national museums are closed on Tuesdays.
What are the opening hours of the Louvre Museum?
Posted on 12:33 PM by fbdfbfb
Can I buy my tickets to the Louvre Museum on line?
Posted on 12:15 PM by fbdfbfb
Yes, from several websites:
- Go to Ticketweb.com and type “Louvre” in the Search box
- Go to FNAC.com, and click on “Billet du Musée”
What is the admission fee to the Louvre Museum?
Posted on 11:16 AM by fbdfbfb
It depends on what you wish to visit.
As at April 18, 2006, they were as follows:
Discounted passes (Wednesdays and Fridays, from 6 pm to 9:45 pm):
As at April 18, 2006, they were as follows:
- Full-day pass to Permanent collections: €8.50 (except to exhibitions in Hall Napoleon)
- Pass to temporary exhibitions in Hall Napoleon: €8.50
- Combined pass: €13
Discounted passes (Wednesdays and Fridays, from 6 pm to 9:45 pm):
- Access to permanent collections: €6
- Combined access to permanent collections and temporary exhibitions: €11
At what latitude and longitude is the Eiffel Tower located?
Posted on 10:32 AM by fbdfbfb
Latitude: 48° 51’ 32” N – Longitude: 002° 17’ 45” E.
Is there a restaurant on the Eiffel Tower?
Posted on 10:32 AM by fbdfbfb
Yes, two: ‘Jules Vernes’ (upscale, second pillar) and ‘Altitude 95’ (first platform, cheaper).
Why was the Eiffel Tower built?
Posted on 10:25 AM by fbdfbfb
Probably because Gustave Eiffel was an uncommon man with giant dreams.
What is the weather like in December in Paris?
Posted on 10:15 AM by fbdfbfb
Usually cold and rainy, sometimes snowy (about every 5 years).
When was the Eiffel Tower built?
Posted on 10:15 AM by fbdfbfb
Between 1887 and 1889 (2 years, 2 months, 5 days).
How much does it cost to visit the Eiffel Tower?
Posted on 8:35 AM by fbdfbfb
These are the going rates as at April 18, 2006:
Elevator access | Full rate | Discounted rate |
(Adults/Children 12+) | (Children 3 to 11) | |
1st platform | €4.20 | €2.30 |
2nd platform | €7.70 | €4.20 |
Top of the Tower | €11.00 | €6.00 |
Staircase | Over 25 | Under 26 |
1st & 2nd platforms | €3.80 | €3.00 |
Monday, April 10, 2006
What is the best time of the year to visit Paris?
Posted on 1:25 PM by fbdfbfb
Several periods offer their own advantages: the first 15 days of January, and the period comprised between August 1 and August 15 are the best periods for hotel discounts. August is a great month until August 20 because car trafic is much lighter. May and June are usually great months for their mild temperatures. September can be great during an Indian summer, but the hotels get crowded. The period extending from right before Christmas to righ after New Year Eve is terrifically romantic.
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