Capital city in Île-de-France, France
Getting around Paris
How to get around Paris
The Métro, RER and trams reach everywhere; walking covers the center. Buy a Navigo Easy card for single tickets or a weekly Navigo pass if staying longer.
Ways to get around Paris
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Métro and RER (zone 1) | About 2.50 EUR per ticket | One ticket to all Paris Métro; RER to airports costs more |
| Navigo Easy / Navigo Découverte | Card 2 EUR; weekly pass about 32 EUR | Weekly pass runs Monday–Sunday, good value if you arrive early week |
| Bus and tram | About 2.50 EUR | Good views, slower; night buses (Noctilien) run after the Métro closes |
| Vélib' bikes | About 3–5 EUR per day pass | Station bikes across the city; watch traffic and bike lanes |
Ride-hailing apps in Paris
A 5 km ride costs about €14–25 ($16–28).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Most reliable; includes licensed taxis and VTC cars |
| Bolt | Often cheaper than Uber at off-peak |
| G7 | Official Paris taxi app; metered fares |
| Heetch | Cheaper VTC at night, good for late rides |
- Official taxis are metered with a lit roof sign; use ranks or apps. Avoid unmarked drivers approaching you at stations.
Arriving in Paris
Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
RER B to Châtelet about 13 EUR, 35 min; fixed taxi 56 EUR (Right Bank) or 65 EUR (Left Bank); Roissybus is cheaper.
Orly (ORY)
Métro line 14 direct to Châtelet about 13 EUR, 25 min; tram T7 to Villejuif; fixed taxi 36 EUR Left Bank, 44 EUR Right Bank.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rentable but not recommended for visitors: heavy traffic. Use the Métro, Vélib' or walk instead.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences are valid for visits; carry an IDP or official French translation if yours isn't in French.
- Onward travel in France: TGVs link Paris with most cities in 1–4 hours; book early or use low-cost OUIGO trains. FlixBus and BlaBlaCar are cheaper; rural areas need a car.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Paris?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt, G7, Heetch.
What's the best way to get around Paris?
The Métro, RER and trams reach everywhere; walking covers the center. Buy a Navigo Easy card for single tickets or a weekly Navigo pass if staying longer.
How do I get from the airport to Paris?
RER B to Châtelet about 13 EUR, 35 min; fixed taxi 56 EUR (Right Bank) or 65 EUR (Left Bank); Roissybus is cheaper.
Is Paris walkable?
Very walkable.
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Sources
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