Experience in Paris, France by Gaschignard

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

I lived in Paris for 20 years and still live there today. This is an amazing city, beautiful, terrific, with a great history, culture and customs.
I would definitely recommend it, but i have to admit that the cost of living, especially for students is pretty high... Finding roomates is probably the best option

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

if you like having fun and partying Paris can definitely offer you that, no doubt !
There is many clubs, great Dj...
Some neighbor ar full with what we call bistrot, parks....
But as I said earlier, it is an very expensive city

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

high

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

Yes it is
The best way will be to find a flat with roomates

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

Amazing, this is the capital of food
I have no favorite dishes, there are all good

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

Louvre
Quai Branly
MAM
Palais du Luxembourg
Le Marais
Saint Germain
Champ Elysée
Invalides
Ile de la cité...

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

Yes it is !
You need to find some nice little brasserie (the website lafourchette.fr could help you doing so)
This is a website listing all the restaurant, and they often offer reduction.
Or, you can also go to Saint Germain, it's full of little brasserie

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

Yes, once again a bit expensive but very nice as well

List of clubs:
Concrete
Raspoutin
Showcase
Regine

If you want to have a drink
rue de Lappe (Bastille)
rue Princesse (Saint Germain)

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

to have fun, and enjoy the city