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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Get to know Paris like a local. Find answers to the most common questions when planning a first trip to Paris — how big is the city, what to pack for Paris, how to ride the metro, whether to tip at restaurants, and more — and get advice from our community of visitors-turned-residents who’ve lived it all firsthand. Read about their experiences and what they’ve learned about life in France’s capital, or speak with our Paris concierge for personal assistance when planning your stay.

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