Cheap and good Paris travel guide 🇫🇷✨

Paris, a city where art and romance intertwine, always makes people's heart beat. The first time I traveled to Paris by myself, I was worried about being robbed and being looked down upon due to language barriers, but as long as you are well prepared before the trip, Paris is actually super fun! This guide summarizes my experience and helps you easily travel in the romantic city! 🗼💖 Airline tickets and visas Cathay Pacific and Air France are the main options for direct flights from Hong Kong to Paris, with round-trip fares starting from around HK$8,000. If you want to save money, connecting flights (such as Emirates or Qatar Airways) can be as low as HK$5,500. Hong Kong SAR passport holders can travel to France visa-free and stay for up to 90 days. It’s super convenient! ✈️ Paris Traffic Analysis Paris is divided into "Little Paris" (Zone 1-2) and "Greater Paris" (Zone 3-5). Little Paris covers 20 districts in the city center, including popular attractions such as the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame de Paris, which can be reached by subway, RER, bus or on foot. A one-way subway ticket costs about €2.1 (about HK$18). It is recommended to purchase a Navigo card (weekly ticket costs €30.3, about HK$260, covering Zones 1-5), which allows unlimited rides and is super cost-effective! To reach the major Paris attractions such as the Palace of Versailles, Disneyland Paris, and Charles de Gaulle Airport, you need to take the RER or bus, which takes about 1-2 hours one way. Note: There is an occasional risk of strikes on the Paris Metro. Before arriving, check the Paris Transport Authority website or local news and prepare alternative options (such as Uber or taxi). 🚇 Accommodation Guide Accommodation prices in Paris are relatively high, with an average price of €100-200 per night (approximately HK$850-1,700). Safety and convenience are of paramount importance. It is recommended to stay in the 1st district (near the Louvre), the 5th district (Latin Quarter), and the 6th to 8th districts (around the Champs-Elysées) in Little Paris, which are conveniently located and lively. Avoid the 17th to 20th arrondissement and Gare du Nord in the 10th arrondissement as security there is less stability. 🏨 Tips for itinerary planning Paris has many attractions, so it is recommended to arrange your itinerary in a relaxed manner. The Louvre will take at least 3-4 hours, and shopping in department stores can also take time. You need to reserve at least half a day, including commuting time, to visit attractions in Greater Paris such as the Palace of Versailles (RER Line C, about 1 hour) or Disneyland Paris (RER Line A, about 40 minutes). The weather is pleasant in spring (April-June) or autumn (September-October), so you can avoid the summer peak season crowds. 🌸 Must-see attractions • Little Paris: Louvre Museum (Mona Lisa’s smile), Tuileries Garden (leisurely stroll), Notre Dame de Paris (Gothic architecture), Marais District (literary cafes), Seine River (night river cruise), Eiffel Tower (night light show), Arc de Triomphe (overlooking Paris), Lafayette Department Store (luxury shopping), Montmartre (Sacre-Coeur and artistic atmosphere). • Greater Paris: Palace of Versailles (luxury of the Hall of Mirrors), Palace of Fontainebleau (royal history), Disneyland Paris (fairytale park). Tax Refund You can apply for a tax refund (about 12%) for purchases over €100 (about HK$850), applicable to non-EU residents over 16 years old. Ask for a Tax Free Form at checkout, have it stamped by customs at the airport when you leave, and choose a refund in cash or by credit card. It's super easy! 💸 Tips for taking photos and checking in 1. Eiffel Tower: Take panoramic photos at the Champ de Mars and the light show in the evening is the most romantic. 2. Seine River: Take photos of the riverside scenery at the Alexander III Bridge, and incorporate the shadows of boats to make it more vivid. 3. Montmartre: Take artistic portraits on the steps in front of the Sacre-Coeur and capture the Paris skyline. Check-in locations: #EiffelTower, #Louvre, #SeineRiver