The 25 Biggest MISTAKES Tourists Keep Making in Paris

Find out the top 25 biggest mistakes you should avoid when visiting Paris

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[Dinki-Di]

I'd add another tip: appreciate the beauty around you, and don't get hung upon the tourist sites. When I visited the Louvre, I gave up on viewing the Mona Lisa because the crowd in that gallery was horrendous, but in the corridor outside, there were two more stunning Leonardo paintings, and I had them all to myself!

[gregperez]

Finally, people who know what they are talking about. I would add, get up early morning, like before dawn, and walk to favorite landmarks. Nobody is there. You get the best photo shots and the best natural lighting. I do this almost everywhere I travel. Good job folks.

[jpeood]

I’m a retired international flight attendant and I have high compliments for you for this video. So very true and as well as practical!

[stephaneberrebi]

I'm a Parisian, and I must say, this is great advice you're giving, and a beautiful video too ! Why not prepare a special one for the 24 Olympic Games, because, a lot of things, including signs, arrows and directions in public transportations or in the streets can be misleading for tourists and with ten times more tourists than usual, the city may become like a gigantic Jacques Tati movie, if you see what I mean 😄

[francisdandrade]

The biggest mistake people make is visiting Paris only in summer. It's just as charming and far less crowded in spring or fall.

[luysterborgh]

Well, as a European and a frequent visitor of France and Paris in particular: this was BY FAR the best travelling advice I have ever seen! And yes: a lot of this advice is applicable for the whole of Europe. Good job.

[Off_the_clock_astrophysicist]

When I was last in Paris with my husband, we stumbled upon the Petit Palais by accident. Don't let the diminutive fool you (it's in comparison to the massive "Grand Palais"). It houses a fantastic museum, and free restrooms. It became our home base when we needed to duck out of the cold and use restrooms.

[plouischenu]

As a professional, former concierge in Paris, I must acknowledge and agree 100%!

[johnbartholf]

One thing I actually did right (by accident) was "Elevator UP, Stairs DOWN" at the Eiffel Tower. Going down the stairs, especially at night, is a magical experience!
Same with Montmartre. Train or bus to the top at or near Sacré-Cœur, then you can walk straight down the stairs to the center of the city, or wander in a general, slightly downhill manner through the neighborhood. No climbing stairs or hills!

[Beygent]

“Paris is not a theme park.” EXACTLY! This goes for all big cities.

[drayner]

Good to see that our recent trip was well planned! We stayed at a cute little hotel in the Latin Quarter, ate at local restaurants (favourite being Loulou because they had a lot of gluten free😊), we didn’t visit every single top tourist place, we walked kms in our comfortable shoes, and we took the Metro extensively with no problems. We also had a week in a little village near Aix-en-Provence and visited a lot of villages and vineyards
In the Luberon and bought a lot of food at local markets. We love France!

[dawnboquist]

I 1000% agrée just taking your time. I am in Paris for 30 days and last week I sat at one of the fountains at Tuileries for 3 hrs! Read, relaxed and watched the ducks. Better than therapy!!!

[paulbourguignon]

Hi. The biggest mistakes the tourists do in Paris is ignoring that saying « Bonjour » is mandatory every time you first interact with a human being. Not doing it is considered very very rude.

[susanmacaluso]

Watching children run in the park and play with boats at Luxembourg Gardens on a Sunday, playing chess under one of the awnings there, eating a hotdog on a brioche bun. Watching people paint....also going into a pet store for a dog toy. That makes for a great souvenir! When I see my dog playing with his stuffed chicken we, of course, named, "Poulet" it brings back fond memories of my month in Paris

[patrickgelinas]

This is the BEST video you can watch to prepare for your trip to Paris. We followed 90% of the recommendations and are happy we did. Our trip to Paris (last November) was a complete success due to Colleen and Antoine’s advice!

[westwindsailer]

Just walk, because around every corner is something new, many times something amazing. Been here times, we just love walking and watching the people and places.

[lethanikvothe]

As someone similar in age who has never travelled, your videos are a godsend. I am very nervous about travelling to Europe for the first time but Paris is the only destination I am confident about, and that is 100% due to your videos. Thank you for these incredibly informative guides - they really are the perfect resource for inexperienced travellers like me. Love from Australia!

[TheoWerewolf]

Wow! I've been visiting Paris for 20 years and I've avoided almost ALL of these!
26. Don't be afraid to explore stores like Franprix and Monoprix, especially their smaller 'convenience" stores and pick up some carry along food. Their prices are reasonable (especially for beer : ) ).

[whyitmatterstome]

I spent 8 days in Paris alone, didn't see it all of course, but targeted one major site a day off the Metro. I gave myself time to wander though, to get lost and roam off the beaten track. I met interesting people along the way and had many conversations with locals who shared their experiences with me as well (and I don't speak French). These are the cherished memories of my stay. I suggest targeting a major attraction, but also allowing for the unexpected. What a city!

[marthawilson]

This was excellent. Thanks again for all of your videos. One tip you gave in a separate video regarding bathrooms was something I took to heart during my two months in Paris last spring: stopping at bathrooms in museums. This was hugely helpful. And in places like Le Petit Palais, it was free. I made a habit of using the restrooms in every museum, even if I didn’t need to! So thank you for that tip!!