Paris – know before you go:
Money –
- France is part of the European Union and its currency is the Euro ( &euro ).
- ATMs here accept all major bank, debit and credit cards, and are ideal for changing money. Bear in mind that the French know them as DABs if you’re asking for directions.
- All restaurants generally include a service charge in the bill so you won’t need to tip, but remember that taxis don’t so it’s customary to leave a small fee.
Business Hours –
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The majority of shops open between 9am to 6.30pm from Monday to Friday. Larger department stores will open as late as 10pm on Thursdays and Fridays. As for Sundays and public holidays, you’ll find that most shops close.
Telephones-
- You’ll probably need to buy a Telecarte (phone card) for making either a domestic or an international call, as the majority of phone boxes don’t take coins.
Visas/Passports-
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It’s essential to have a valid passport in order to enter France. If you think you may need a visa, be sure to check with the French Embassy in your own country before you make any plans.
Emergencies-
- Medical Emergencies 15
- Police Emergency 17
- Fire Emergency 18
When's a good time to go-
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·The late spring months are the best time to visit Paris as the weather is generally pretty warm and the streets, though still fairly buzzing, are not packed with tourists. The city is particularly beautiful at this time of year and the balmy evenings mean you can roam around on foot at night and enjoy the lit up monuments on the Parisian skyline.
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