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Research has shown that flights are cheaper on a Wednesday or a Thursday because fewer people can travel mid-work week. Saving money by travelling from a different airport is often an incredibly personal choice and comes down to how much you value flying out of your local airport or how far out of your way you’re willing to travel to save money. Look For Layovers The tulips were blooming and we realised why everyone raves about spring in Paris (we’ll forget about the pouring rain we arrived to the night before!). Saint Germain People watching from a classic Parisian cafe Choose from a range of room options, from downright tiny (“the shoebox”) to more spacious (“biggy”). The space is used well, so you won’t feel cramped. Plus, won’t you be out exploring Paris anyway?

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If you’re not that into art, you’ll probably have a much better day in Paris wandering the streets and chocolate shopping. The market street Rue Mouffetard is one of the most typical and historic streets to explore. Pantheon La Maison du Chocolat has a branch in the upmarket Carrousel du Louvre shopping centre under the museum. 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. In the 7th Arrondissement, either splurge on a room with a view of the Eiffel Tower or stay in the more affordable standard rooms at Hôtel Duquesne Eiffel. In Le Marais, stay at the (relatively) affordable Hôtel National Des Arts et Métiers.

Paris For One and Other Stories

Once you reach Place de la Concorde walk through this grand square, which is the largest in Paris and features an Egyptian Obelisk and two fountains. JardindesTuileries One of the most tried and true ways of saving money on travel is by booking in advance. This continues to be true when booking accommodation in Paris. The area of Paris on the Left Bank between the Seine and Luxembourg Gardens is known as the Latin Quarter. If you are feeling tired, take the metro to Concorde and continue with the itinerary. Place de la Concorde and JardindesTuileries Place de la Concorde If you are in Paris for a night or two, I recommend either staying somewhere on this route ( St Germain or the Latin Quarter would be ideal) or if you have an early morning train, choose a hotel close to the train station.

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Comfort rooms, which have a little bit more space and either a single double bed or two twin beds with a courtyard view. This is a wonderful spot for watching the sunset over the Paris, and experiencing the city turning into the “City of Light”, as all the street lights come on and the daylight fades through dusk into night. It’s also open late, so you can come up here relatively late into the evening to enjoy the view. From here, you get stunning views across the city. Twelve roads radiate out from the arch, including the Champs-Élysées, and from the top you can see the majority of the highlights of Paris.

From culture to consumerism! The Champs-Élysées is the most famous shopping street to Paris, particularly for luxury items. It’s over a mile long and is home to everything from car brands to clothing stores to French macaroon shops. There are several ways to reach Versailles. You can book a tour from Paris or DIY your trip by taking the train or a car to the town of Versailles and exploring the palace and grounds on your own. The Navigo Easy Card is a rechargeable card system which costs €2 to buy, but if you will be using public transport a few times the savings from the T10 carnet can add up.

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Additionally, cruises differ in terms of commentary, from pre-recorded to live commentary, as well as the languages on offer. In terms of sight-seeing, cruises usually start at the Eiffel Tower and head along the Seine River towards Notre Dame.It’s not as crowded, the old train station setting is beautiful, and there’s a stunning collection of Impressionist art by Monet, Degas, Cézanne and more. It’s closed on Mondays. However, be sure to do the math to see if you’re reallygoing to save money and that your time spent on the additional travel is worth it.

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From here we took a long walk along the river. There are many sights to enjoy along the way including the incongruous gold domes of the Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Cathedral, the ornate Alexandre III bridge, and the Grand Palais. Alexandre III bridge

If you want to stay in the heart of the action, St Germain is one of the most beautiful neighbourhoods in Paris and perfect for this one-day itinerary. It isn’t cheap, but a few affordable options can be found. It’s also one of the major streets in Paris for celebrations. The Bastille Day military parade for example, passes down the Champs-Élysées every year on the 14th July, and Europe’s most famous cycling race, the Tour de France, has finished here every year since 1975. This pass provides you with entry into many popular attractions in the city for one fixed price. However, keep in mind that not all attractions are included. We stayed in an ensuite classic double room at the Timhotel Paris Gare de Lyon. It’s one of the most affordable options in the area (prices from €148 a night) and is only five minutes walk to the station. There’s plenty to explore, but it’s also a good place to take a break as there are lots of chairs, so pull one up and admire the fountains and magnificent Luxembourg Palace.