Experience in Paris, France by Benjamin

What is it like to live in Paris? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

The city is absolutely incredible, it's beautiful, it's rich and alive and there is always something nice happening somewhere.

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

The students lifestyle can be complicated due to the size of the city. You can end up spending a lot of time in transports, make sure you get to not to be too far away from your school and / or friends.

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

Paris can be very expensive, but if you are watching what you buy and the places you go, you might find it not too expensive in terms of rent, lunch and outings. Make sure you are aware of discounts for students and for young people (under the age of 27).

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Paris? Is there any advice you can give?

It is hard to find good accommodation, but you can cope. The most important thing is to have a good referent for the bond check and to be in good standing with the authorities.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

The food is delicious. You can find plenty of tasty restaurants, bakeries, bistros and the like. My favorite dishes are quiches, crêpes, tartiflette, salads, duck confit, steak and fries, ratatouille, pot au feu and couscous.

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

I would recommend to go to the Louvre Museum, the Orsay Museum, the Musée du Quai Branly, the Musée de l'Orangerie, the Palais de Tokyo, the Georges Pompidou Centre, the Philharmonie and Cité de la Musique, the Quartier Montmartre and the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur, the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, the Tour Eiffel, the Champs-Élysées, the Jardin des Tuileries, the Pont des Arts

Is it good to eat out in Paris? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

It is good to eat out in Paris but you need to have a budget. My favourite spots are the korean and japanese restaurants near Opera, Chez Gladines, Papacionu...

Is the nightlife good in Paris? Where is good to go?

The nightlife is very pleasant. You can go to the Bellevilloise, the Alimentation Générale, the Rosa Bonheur, the Duc des Lombards, the Caveau de la Huchette, the Gibus, the Cigale, the Pop-Up du Label, the UFO, the Bus Palladium

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

Enjoy the city as much as you can, try to get to meet French people even if it's not always that easy and get up to date with any kind of event you might want to go to. Don't miss the Nuit Blanche in October and the Fête de la Musique in June!