Where to Stay in Paris: Best & Worst Areas (by a Local)!

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I'm French, I live in Paris, and apparently I have strong opinions on where you should stay or not. Let me tell you about my favorite areas only locals know about and a few areas you should avoid at all costs. This is my honest opinion and what I'd recommend my friends who are visiting, not what's in the guides!

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[LucileHR]

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[nickxiao]

I went to Batignolles this afternoon. Got a baguette and sat in the park. Then an old lady who loves birds so much asked me to “donnez un petit service”, followed by an hour long chat about birds, she gestured so much almost as if she was dancing, in order to make sure I understood everything. It was so nice and refreshing after doing all the touristy stuff and having experienced some Parisien stereotypes. People actually gave way when I tried to cross the pedestrian crossings there. It reminded me of the Fitzroy Brunswick area in my city Melbourne, Australia, a really good community feel.

[MrTimsfilms]

Back again to say I stayed in Belleville a few weeks ago based on Lucile’s recommendation and it exceeded my expectations. And don’t let the distance from the center of town fool you, it was very easy to get around from there.

[ybvxuyg]

Thanks to a French friend’s recommendation, we stay at a wonderful, small, family run two star hotel in the 5th. Guests are mostly French people visiting Paris. We are usually the only Americans and we do speak some French. Our room is spacious with a balcony, which is great for an afternoon glass of wine or morning coffee. The staff is friendly and greet us warmly on our return visits. Do some research, but don’t shy away from 2 star hotels. Be adventurous!

[LivingBobby]

So interesting that areas in Paris can vary so much in just a 5 minute walking distance!

[hotpink]

BEST CONTENT ON PARIS SO FAR!!! keep the vids coming :) would love one on public transport local tips covering metro, buses, trams and trains!

[hazelhatswell]

When I was 15 I attended a summer school at Lycée Chaptal, Boulevard des Batignolles and I totally loved it! That was a very long time ago and I’m glad to see it’s not changed much in all that time ❤️. My experience there just solidified my love of France, French culture, French literature and, of course the French!!!! So much so that I spent a lot of my life working and holidaying in all parts of France and have spent the last 22 years living happily in Brittany amongst a beautiful community of Bretons and French 🇫🇷🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇫🇷

[cjedgerly]

Three weeks ago we stayed in the 11th near Saint Ambroise church (Rue du Chemin Vert). We LOVED IT! We felt like we were able to experience life in the city without the tourist issues. Of course we went to the tourist places, but it was great to return to a quiet neighborhood at the end of the day!

[vitoravila]

Since you never stop hyping up the Batignolles (despite my incessant appeals for keeping this treasure hidden from the masses 😅😅), on the top of all amazing French food options, I got a some recommendations of nice spots for international eating, both for you and anyone visiting:

- Cafuné ( 61 Rue des Batignolles) : A cute and cozy Brazilian cafe, ran by my good friend Taciana(you can tell her Vitor and Talita sent you - you wont get any discount, but we might😂😂). You really shroud try the cheese bread(pão de queijo) and the tapioca crepe.

- La Monella( 2 Rue Lemercier): AUTHENTIC Neapolitan style pizza! Doesn’t get any better outside Italy, worthy of a visit! They even got the traditional Neapolitan wood fire oven.

- Pastelaria Belem (47 Rue Boursaut): Really nice Portuguese bakery, but they also got lunch options such as cod fish(bacalhau), grilled chorizo and many sandwiches and finger foods. The decorations, with the withe and blue ceramic tiles really reminds Portugal

- MELT Batignolles (83 Rue Legendre): American style barbecue. Even if you don’t want to eat there, come for the smell😅😅😅 its awesome

[charlesbutzow]

Lucile, I just stubbled onto your video. It has been a long time since I have been in Paris. It was a delight to see a bit of Paris again. My, how things have changed. My wife and I were in Paris on our honeymoon in 1976. By accident we stayed in the South Pigalle area. You are right. It wasn't a very comfortable place for us. We found ourselves back in Paris in 1985. The hotel we thought we had reservations at was closed for renovations when we arrived. Again, somewhat by accident, we found a room at the bottom left corner of the square you drew in the Latin Quarter. But at that time it was a quiet out of the way area. It was wonderful. One thing hasn't changed, staying in the outskirts of Paris. In 1995 our travel plans changed and we found ourselves trying to book a room at the last minute in July. The closest we could find was not even on the outskirts. We were way out in Chantilly. None of our plans for visiting Paris worked out the way we had planned but we had a great time anyway. I love Paris. Thank you for your video.

[Zucchiniisdelicious]

I live in the states and every time I watch your videos, it makes me want to visit Paris!

[g.mariepickett]

My first trip to Paris in 2000 I stayed in the Canal St Martin area and explored Le Marais. On my recent trip this year, I stayed in the Necker neighborhood. And I ended up spending most of my time exploring Passy. I did get the Mabillon and to the Jardin du Luxembourg. I walked about 25, 000 steps each day for three days - and I was so tired!

[douglastarvestad]

I went to Paris the summer 2023 and stayed in the Trocadero area just off of Av Kleber. Perfect place to stay and within walking distance to most everything. I am planning to return summer 2025.

[yasindemir]

Considering this video is about staying in Paris, if you plan to live in Paris but don't like it being too busy. The most family child friendly place is Boulogne Billancourt. Very nice schools, streets, safety, green areas (Hello bois de boulogne, albert kahn, rothschild) having 2 metro's 9 and 10. It's also walking distance to many famous places. Rolland Garros and Parc de Prince, i.ei. It is absolutely the perfect place to live with a family. It's well composed with expats and locals, I love it!

[michaelz.]

I actually loved staying at the "outskirts" of paris. it felt like city, with a bus every 10 minutes to a big metro and rer station. I prefered the cheaper price and bigger hotel to the cramped expensive inner city experience (or even more expensive luxurious experience) and it was well worth the 30 min travel time. I looked for hotels and in my price range it was either a 10 m² horrorchamber in the inner city or a 25 m² hotel with a kitchenette and even a dishwasher and a sofa.

[renferal]

I'm going to Paris for the 2nd time in a couple months. I found the French people to be so kind and friendly, even though mon français est vraiment mauvais LOL. I'm taking the Euro Star from London and you are right, that train station has some dodgy people about.

[danielTaylor]

You always make me feel like I am on a professional tour around Paris, showing well me all the personal information I need to have a fun safe time! Thank you.

[gilles]

Thank you Lucile. As a Parisian so in line with your selection on bad or good areas.

[Kwippy]

The biggest mistake I made visiting Paris, which I regret to this day, was taking my family on the Metro to our hotel instead of taking the taxi. The hotel was fine and the neighbourhood not too bad if uninteresting in itself, but the Metro ride including one change went through some dirty stations smelling of urine. This made a terrible and lasting first impression on my children who will never want to visit Paris again, which makes me sad as I absolutely adore Paris.

[lheajane]

You got a new follower, Lucille! I've been to Paris few years ago and we didn't do proper research. We stayed at Le Marais and I liked it. Close to a lot of places and stations too :) Can't wait to be back this summer!