Experience in Paris, France by Cécile

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

I was on there and lived there for 18 years so I love the city. It is beautiful. Something to visit.However, I couldn't spend the rest of my life in that city but I would recommend it for a travelling experience.

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

There are plenty of things to de in Paris and you can go everywhere in Paris and around prettyeasily with the metro, bus and tramway.

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

The city is very expensive. However, when you know the city you can find places less touristic and cheaper.

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

It is not difficult to find an accomodation but it's very expensive.

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

You can eat food from everywhere around the world there, very nice.

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

To visit: le center and every touristic places. A lot of museums...
Montmartre is my favrite place either during the day or during the night to go out.

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

You can find nice places to eat.

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

Yes it is, there are a lot of bars and nightclubs. I recommend around the 12th arrondissement for bar and the 1-3rd arrondissement for nightclubs.

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

Be carreful in the metro with your stuff and enjoy. Not all of the parisians are arrogant! But life is stressfull there.