Experience in Paris, France by kaamna

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

The city' great, easy to get around. Tough to integrate if you dont speak the language

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

in the summer - picnics in the park, cycling round, outdoor cinemas and music. In the winter - hot wine, exhibitions and theatre performances. Its easy to have fun for cheap in paris

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

Difficult to find decent accomodation for under 650 euros and food/ travel is expensive. Although plenty of discounts for students

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

yes. look on every website, try to avoid agencies and go with plenty of references and all your paperwork in order. You're up against stiff competition

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

escargot and onion soup. Street food wise, i love falafel and grecs. Food is excellent in Paris and you can find almost any type of food here

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

Parc buttes chaumont, Lac Daumesnil, canal st,martin, parc de la vilette

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

It's good but expensive, I usually cook because good ingredients are easy to come by especially at the farmers markets. Chez Calde on 52 rue saint-andres des arts is one of my favs

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

Social club, piano vache, ateliers charonne, pub st.hilaire, stollys, showcase, trianon, bataclan

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

Learn French and learn how to ride a bike & you'll have a great experience