Student Travel Guide to Paris

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Paris for students and backpackers

• Introduction to Paris
• Things to do in Paris
• Nightlife in Paris
• Hostels in Paris and accommodation
• Getting to Paris
• Scheduled Tours to Paris
• Paris Travel Guide Book
• Car Hire in Paris
• Student Travel Insurance

Introduction to Paris

Paris is one of Europe’s most amazing cities, boasting monuments like the Eiffel tower and arc de triomphe. It is one of the worlds leading business and cultural centres and has a status as one of the world’s most iconic cities. Being a fairly compact city, Paris is an ideal destination for a short trip, allowing tourists to explore most of the sights in a short time. The river Seine runs through the heart of the city and more than ten miles of the rivers banks are now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, outlining its natural beauty. The Louvre and Musee d’Orsay are also in the centre of the city, home to the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo. The Champs Elysees runs through the west of the city up to the arc de triomphe and the Eiffel tower.

Many of the major sites in Paris are walkable, however there is also a metro service that runs during the daytime as well as a train service. Paris is home to Paris Saint-Germain FC and Stade francais rugby club, both who play at the 80,000 seat Stade de France, which has hosted world cup finals in both football and rugby. The narrow streets of the Latin Quarter are packed with bars and restaurants with the Pigalle area hosting the Moulin rouge.

With such iconic landmarks, Paris is the most popular tourist destination in the world and is un-missable for anybody that enjoys travelling.

Things to do in Paris

Activities in Paris:

1. Tour of the Stade de France
2. Disneyland Paris day trip
3. Guided tour of Paris with all major attractions
4. High wire and tree top activity centre
5. River Cruise on the Seine
6. Watch a top-flight rugby or football match
7. Visit the Eiffel tower
8. Visit the Louvre museum and Musee D’Orsay
9. Visit the Notre Dame cathedral
10. Tour of the Stade de France
11. Visit the Moulin Rouge and Sex Museums on Pigalle

Student Nightlife in Paris

If you’re looking to party in Paris, then the Latin Quarter and Bastille are the places to be. Here you will find a wide range of bars that offer happy hour prices between 5pm-8pm, and in Bastille clubs are open to the small hours. Paris is also home to the infamous Moulin rouge, which today offers several cabaret shows including dinner.

If you enjoy a bit of culture, then Paris has two opera-houses who both host the Opera National de Paris. The Theatre du Catelet is the cities largest theatre, holding 3,000 seats. Paris is of course known for its fine dining and you will not be disappointed trying to find somewhere to eat out. There are hundreds of excellent restaurants, cafes and bars around the city providing you with a wide range of delicious food. From lively clubs to cultural opera houses, Paris has something to offer for everyone when it comes to nightlife. With exciting and elegant venues, Paris is at the head of the European social scene.

Accommodation and Hostels in Paris

Hostels in Paris

There are dozens of hostels and student guest houses in Paris so to book your Paris accommodation or a hostel in Paris use our HostelBooker. If you want a group booking for a hostel in Paris then you can use our group booking facility.

Getting to Paris

Getting to Amsterdam is cheap and easy, there are quite a few flights to Paris from the UK everyday. Visit www.whichbudget.com to find out which airport near you flys to Paris Orly or Paris Charles de Gaulle airport then book direct with the airline.

Alternatively you can drive to Paris from the UK using the ferries from Dover to Calais or the Eurotunnel. Paris is only 4 hours drive from Calais. Don't want to drive? Try the Eurostar instead.

Scheduled Tours to Paris

At Tours 4 Students we operate scheduled tours to Paris for students and international language students. To see what tours are available throughout the year, visit our scheduled tours section to find the latest available scheduled tours to Paris .

Paris Guide Book - Lonely Planet Travel Guide to Paris

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Car Hire in Paris

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Student Travel Insurance

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