Experience in Paris, France by Zerin

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

I like paris 9 paris 16 paris 5 and paris 6

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

It’s quite expensive.

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

I don’t know much as i live with my parents. But I guess it is kinda tough so you should search for accommodations as soon as possible and apply in advance. I recommend letting small apartments with 2 or 3 friends and sharing the rent would be a good idea.

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

I like asian food. Chinese Japanese Vietnamese Korean etc. Some of my favourite dishes are Pho, Ramen, Fried rice, kimchi, bibimbap, fried chicken etcetc

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

Galerie Lafayette/ Palais Garnier/ Sacré cœur/ Arc de Triomphe/ La Tour Eiffel/ Louvre Museum/ Châtelet/ Le Marais/ La Seine/ Centre Pompidou/ Musée d’Orsay/ Jardin des Tuileries/ Le quartier Latin etc etc

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

Yes. And my favourite spot is Rue Saint-Anne. It’s a very famous road full of asian restaurants and coffee shops bubble tea shops. A perfect place for youngsters. You might even bump into your fav influencers!

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

Umm it’s a bit clamer than other big cities. Summer nights in Paris is good though. You could spend time hanging out with friends in a café or even take a walk near Palais Garnier.

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

Public transport service is really good here in Paris but also quite expensive. So I recommend buying a “carte imaginaire pour les étudiants” so you have to pay less. And also ask for scholarships tho french universities aren’t too pricey compared to the USA ones. Always take extra bags when you go to departmental stores. Learn basic French in advance AT LEAST HAVE AN B1 level it will help you. And in France there are A LOT OF PAPER WORK so prepare yourself in advance. No need to hesitate or feel scared to do anything and ask for help french people are quite friendly. Try to do a part time job, you will find a lot on the internet so go for it. Having extra pocket money boosts your confidence. Try to explore the city as much as possible and get to know more and more about French history and culture