14 things you NEED to KNOW before coming to Paris (by a Local)!
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I'm French and these are 14 things you should know before going to Paris. From important restaurant etiquette, to what to do when you don't speak French or even the answer to the question "Why are people so rude to me in Paris?", you'll find that this little bit of advice will make your stay in Paris so much better!
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I remember sitting in a restaurant in Paris and when I said Merci to the waiter, she replied that she appreciated me saying a few words in French and giving me a free chocolate bar. Loved it
Oh that's so sweet!
So who gave chocolate to whom? It’s unclear.
@vladteyvan7564 it's very clear. The waiter was impressed with "merci" thus gave the person who wrote this comment a chocolate bar.
I actually far prefer French resturant service to American. I don't like having to reassure my food is fine every 5 mintues.
I went to Paris for the first time last year and I found the French to be very kind and friendly. I only know maybe 2 or 3 words of French and just making an effort to speak it goes a long way. I'm going back again in July.
Lucy, you are always helpful and insightful. You calm tone and beautiful manners are a few things that make you the best at all things commutation!
Your videos are so great - thank you!! Very practical advice, and makes me feel like I will have more fun in Paris after your recommendations.
Thank you for the tips! I’m going to Paris later this year. This was super helpful 😊
Thanks for explaining, I was nervous about traveling to France without learning to speak French fluently
I should add being super polite in the subway with people
Lots of great information lucille. I only wish upon a star that I could visit such a beautiful place.on my dad's side of the family they all come from Wales, England and on my mom's side I'm Scottish and Irish a Dutch and French Canadian.I am truly a mutt.but what a great heritage to have and hand down to your kids.thank you for taking me along for this journey.be safe and stay warm in Paris.
Hello Lucile, I like the video where you speak about foods, I like your way to describe it and I can understand almost every words of your really good english so everytime is a new food esperience and a new english lesson because I try to use in my videos every single word that I've learn from you and from your videos. so thak you a lot for the really nice job that you are doing and keep going like this. subscribed.
Love me some new Lucile content! Great video, I definitely learned a few things today 😂
💯 great advice! I would add if you are going to Michelin star restaurants or staying at five star or "palace level" hotels there will be dress codes to adhere to or you may have issues, usually Smart Casual for days and Business Casual evenings for most places. But checking their website prior to showing up is a good idea, most will let you know. Most of the year the French tend to dark even somber color choices, that can help blend in if you want. Its a hold over from the French Revolution, prior to that they dressed like peacocks. Also athletic wear is for that, its not for street wear, avoid yoga pants and flipflops if you want to be taken seriously.
Hi ! Thank you for the video. I have been to France 7 times. Different regions.And nowhere I noticed small portions of food. ( except Michelin places)And I am a good eater. It is always enough and very filling.😊❤
Solo travelling to Paris soon, so this is helpful. Thank you.
I went solo last year and everyone was so nice. I'm going again in July solo.
im moving to paris in like two and a half months and this was super interesting to watch. thanks.
Coming from Les Pay-Bas, most of this is pretty familiar 😄(I guess it could also be 'things you should now as an American coming to Europe' haha). But the dinner time was a great reminder: we tend to go to dinner early here and might easily walk into a restaurant around 6 😅. Looking forward to visiting Paris again in 2 months after watching your videos, merci!
It has been a while since I was in France. Before I went I found a small handbook about Franco culture that was very helpful. I took Italian in college. So, basic language syntax was not too difficult. I spent 20-30 minutes every day for about 4 months before my trip learning basic phrases in French. It made a big difference and almost everyone spoke back to me in English. Lol
Ahhh talking about spring and sun and good moods and here April is almost over and everyone's miserable cause it's still cold out. I was ready to put my big coat away and everything.
Waouh ! Tes conseills sont très intéressants et concrets. Bravo Lucile ❤
Thank you for mentioning to check for strikes!
New Lucile videos = best days!
awww :D
Thank you for all these excellent videos. We loved Canal St Martin - and all the cool kids having drinks along the side of the canal. But ... where do people who drink outside go to the restroom?
As someone who lives in New York City, I always find these types of videos a little bit misleading. Inevitably someone is comparing London or Paris - to all of the US. When in fact, most things one can mention about those two cities can immediately also be applied to New York City, an American city. So the differences are not really cultural, but urban versus rural or “sub”urban. Not really much about the lifestyle of Paris is so different from New York. I’ve been to Paris many times (not speaking much French, though) and found it a lovely, comforting city that I immediately felt normal in because I’m from a similar city. Everything from the attitude of the waiters, to the disdain for small talk, to the part about being very friendly once you approach someone politely. This is all true of New York! And our food portion sizes are also not as big as in other parts of the U.S., and we New Yorkers also walk everywhere as well. We also have plenty of bakeries that make fresh, European-style bread daily - so at least in New York, you’ll never see me buying bagged processed bread from the supermarket. Not unless I’m making a peanut butter & jelly sandwich! 😁
New York City is the most ideal city in this world, capital of the world.
@@AlihanGurpinar If you like paying $5,000 a month for a tiny hovel.
@@berkeleyfuller-lewis3442 That's a choice
Hey Lucille! Love your Paris life tips! Would you do a video of good art galleries?And any museums? Be well.❤😊
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Merci Lucile, for your information. Always nice to get information from Locals about there culture & good food tips.😀 I love Paris, i always go to Paris 1 or 2 times year. My father is from France Guyana and lives in Paris. I am going to Paris this mai, so i am going to watch more of your video's. 🔔 new👍🏿 🙋🏿♀️ from Amsterdam, Lucie. ☀️
Very interesting and informative video.
Ohhh Thank you. Perfect timing for visiting during the Olympics this summer
Whoa ! Good Luck, oh brave one. Be prepared for huge crowds. Bring LOTS of money, Everything will be increased , massively, in price ( as in EVERY City around the World, when big events occur) Paris isn't cheap, even in the 'off Season', normal Months!. I'd suggest that you, maybe, research some Restaurants, and make some bookings ,before you arrive.
I appreciate the useful info!
I was in Paris May 1 last year and couldn't resist checking out the retirement age protests, which my wife warned me not to do. To be honest, the protesters were close to retirement age and didn't look like they were going to get too crazy. I will be back in two weeks, so the advice to check for transportation strikes is much appreciated.
Thank you for the all the tips! You speak really fast, not sure if video was sped up, but it is all good! One comment, you mentioned safety which is true but nothing about pick pocket. I would be nice to be honest about that as a caution as we all know that is the reality, just need to be on alert and have a “plan” to be on alert as tourist.
Thanks for letting us know about cell phone precautions and on the funny note 😂 New York pedestrians beware of the guys on scooters stealing cell phones when you’re distracted while using them.
Hi! I am in Paris this weekend and cant wait. Is there any chance you could please recommend a restaurant for a Sunday evening? It looks like a lot are closed! We are stying in the 9th but can easily get the metro anywhere! Thank you!
Only 2 parts of the nation of France that I have been to are Metz and Nancy on a short car trip.
Love your videos thank you 🙏 ❤
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much! How do you ask for a flat white coffee in Paris? This in the UK is a larger cup of filter coffee with steamed milk. We will be arriving after an overnight flight and I need a large coffee (or two). Also, okay, I'm a dual citizen, can you vape in outside seating in a cafe?
Great video, thank you! It actually made me much calmer about my visit in Paris. Is it true that even if I have a Paris Visite ticket for two days, i am supposed to first validate my ticket and then EVERY TIME, even 20 times that i transfer from one bus to another I need to still put it into the machine ? Or can i just validate it and then keep it in my pocket ?
You remind me of Alice Braga. Great tips!
“ La Chiasse” oh la la😂😂😂 très different d’une chaise! J’adore tes videos de Paris! Je crois Que tu as trouvé ta specialité Lucille! ☺️☺️👍
the only city that I stayed for 3-4 days in france is Lyon, and god local folks are soooo nice. I always hear about the french attitude, but I highly recommend everyone visiting Lyon for perhaps the best food in the region and friendly& helpful people. PS: Lucile is right, I tended to start saying bonjour (you will pick up this nuance in couple of hours as everyone says it) and if they speak english (in french) just some basics help your stay more welcoming like any other country =)
My husband and I will be visiting Paris at the start of September this year. I'm so excited. I've wanted to visit Paris since the early 90's and finally it's happening. Thank you so much for your video!
Bonjour! I’m going to Paris next month and will stay there for one week. I’ll be arriving around 7pm in Paris, do you recommend to take the Uber or train? Also I really want to see Eiffel Tower and the louvre but don’t wanna wait in line, is there a safe, fast ticket? One more thing, where are your favorite place to go and eat? Merci
French people ARE friendly. I also find them very direct, which I love. My main challenge in Paris has been mixing up all the different train hubs (Gares). And trying to print a "ouigo" ticket, when a printed ticket wasn't needed. I missed my train. Yes people from Toulose are very friendly. Marseille is the best place on earth.
I'm Southeast Asian and speak French. I found everyone in France went out of their way to be nice to me once they realized I speak French (albeit with an Asian accent). I think lots of them must've been to Asia before as France has some cultural influence from Vietnam to Laos.
Bonjour. Can you tell me where one would find the info on strikes and protests? Merci.
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Hi, I am planning to visit paris in June end. Is it a good time?
do you do private tours? ;)
Omg the minimal workout wear and pajamas are always terrible, though I agree that nobody in NYC would give it a second look. I’m in Boston, where most people don’t care too much but definitely think it’s pretty low brow 😆
Do people actually wear berets there? Loved the video!
10.17 basically says it all
I'm glad to hear that in Paris it's still not cool to wear workout clothes or pajamas in public. As an American, I am embarrassed that people do that. So tacky!!!
I do Love your Videos Lucille as I go to Paris a lot but… there are other people who watch your videos besides Americans who I guess they are aimed at. As they are all in English there are English people like myself who watch and enjoy them 😋
Absolutely, you are very welcome here haha! Sorry for speaking a bit too much about Americans, I've lived in the US and my boyfriend is from Chicago so that's why :)
Can you say Salue instead of Bonjour to anyone? or Salue reserved for friends?
Bonjour! Why are their specific times to eat lunch and dinner? What time is breakfast in France?
I think it’s because a lot us ate at specific times with our families and at school growing up! I ate every meal with my parents growing up and I’ve just kept the habit :) I feel breakfast kind of depends on when you wake up haha
@@LucileHR Thanks for the explanation
I Googled "La chiasse" to see what it translated to in english but I mistakenly had it going from Italian to english and in Italian it means "The Church"...
I've heard it's rude to say Bonjour a second time to the same person on the one day...if so what is used instead....Salut ?
Believe that the movie Eurotrip was referred to as Ugly Americans in movie theaters in most parts of Europe.
I'm here Lucille how are you and Bobby today.
Great seeing you here :) We're doing great, what about you??
Enjoying life .thank you.
Awesome job Lucia drop a like
I am a Canadian.. I have to be prepared 😂😂
Thank you for your Video! I'll drive to Paris next week and your advices wäre really helpful!
Have you been at Airbus production facility in Toulouse ?
I haven't but really want to visit!
I'm guessing that it's the sort of thing you only visit when friends or relatives are visiting from out of town and you want to show them some of the sights. When I lived in Seattle it was only when my uncle and his wife visited me that I took them to the massive Boeing factory nearby and it was my first time there (world's biggest building I believe).
Thanks for the video! I understand that it might be a controversial topic because the Parisians who are on social media seem to HATE the Olympics. But we are coming to Paris for the games in July and August. So far, there's very little information other than pure negativity and resentment from people on the ground. I'd appreciate your practical ideas or tips for the 2024 Olympics in a video!
You need to remember that Paris is HOME to PARISIENS. They need to go to work, School, College, interviews, Appointments. The same daily living that everyone else does.!! They rely on the Metro to do these things. Hence, even normal Tourism must be frustrating, but they welcome visitors, too. I can see why they don't love the Games, as they are going to be HUGELY hindered , going about their normal day, by THOUSANDS of extra people,. MANY just strolling around ,getting in their way, and making them late ! I fully understand why they don't relish the idea of the Games
I prefer French restaurants protocol, I am there to eat and talk with my friends and family.
From what I've seen in some other vlogs, you have to ask for water at restaurants. Is this true?
Un carafe d’eau, s’il vous plaît.
Hi 👋 Lucille always a great 👍 day when I see you 👀 and see 👀 that beautiful 😍 smile of yours ! Have the neatest clothes and I love what ever you eat ! It's just fun how u present it . Dou think someday maybe you'll write about your life the adventures traveling living in Paris! Well one day Lucille weather it's here on earth 🌎 or in heaven I would be over the moon 🌙 excited to see you and give u the biggest hug 🫂 I love ❤️ you Lucille my buddy jamie 😊
I'd say that not wearing pj's in public is about as basic a rule as there is and one that I continually strive to live by and am proud to say that I have yet to fail at. One must have some standards, after all. 😊
Paris isn't expensive compared to NYC, LA, San Francisco, Boston etc etc. Nothing to do with the population density. People who want AC have AC which is rarely needed.
I still have 2 Metro tickets from 2009. Valid if I visit next year?
Those things never expire although you might get some funny looks from the booth attendant if they aren't read by the turnstile, which they probably won't be given how old they are. But if it hasn't been validated then you should be good.
@@kovie9162 Thanks Kovie. Going to give them a try when I am here. I will update you about the looks from the booth attendants 😁
Atleast I been to Paris .... lol lol.. nice city
ALL of my (11 !) trips to France have been in April or October. We're moving there.!
Lucile a bien raison.
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European window-tilts American-hm,it's obviously broken,and why are there two glass panes instead of one.Yep,it's definitely broken.
We travelers should learn some words before leaving home. Like numbers and restrooms, and politenesses.
Living in France, I'd really encourage people to visit other Cities ,and departments ( areas), than Paris. To me, Paris is dirty and overcrowded. Like many Cities, all over the World! I, personally, really dislike the place. Toulouse is a beautiful City. Friendlier people, great Restaurants and Markets. Beautiful buildings, Lyon is also beautiful. Then the many French areas, which are overlooked, as Americans just seem to think that 'France' is just 'Paris'. Visit the beautiful Dordogne, Provence, Vendee regions, where things move slowly and you can relax . You are, after all, on holiday!
There are a lot of beautiful and friendly city in France, but the capital is unique for the diversity of people to meet, the amount of places to see and things to do. Ambiance is changing from one district to the next one. I only felt this vibe in other cities that are not only large, but also international crossroads like London, New York, but not Mexico or Istanbul, despite their size and sumptuous history.
I am very surprised to see that after 20 years many french speak english and they start to clean for the olympic
In most big cities, being overly friendly can come with an interaction with a schizophrenic.
Why no AC's? hmmm?
The buildings are OLD. They are historically beautiful. AC isn't wanted or the PARISIENS would use it, wouldn't they?? They go on holiday, during July and August. During August, many places are CLOSED, as the PARISIENS leave the hot City on their yearly Holiday . Want AC? Stay in America....hmmm?
Not needed in Paris. Nice, Marseilles, yes, but not in Paris.
American way isn't the standard. Keep it stateside. I go to a restaurant to eat not chat.
Don't watch this video if you're feeling hungry..!
So, do you have an American boyfriend? Well, nobody is perfect 😁 In a more serious vein, good tips (mostly for Americans who do not have a clue about the rest of the world) We Europeans (I am Italian) have fairly similar customs and we are much aware of our neighbours´ history and traditions; therefore is very rare that we may commit a "faux pas" when visiting another European country. Love your videos and your tips. Cordiale saluti! 😍
Do visit India and enjoy Indian food
US wait staff are friendly because of - TIPS
C'est pas les portions françaises qui sont petites c'est les américaines qui sont énormes 😭😭😭😹
Ain't it true! 🤣
I feel like there is a lot of overlap in the social attitudes between New Englanders and Parisians. So I basically acted like I would at home when I was in Paris and people were so friendly to me. I really had no idea where the stereotype of Parisians being rude came from
People will stare at you in New York. They just won't do it in front of you
The video is overall informative, great and representing well Parisian mindset but way too American oriented. I got it that your bf is American but keep repeating « in the US » or « in New York » doesn’t help to include others. World is just bigger than the US😅
How about always watching your step to avoid dogshit?
Paris is not the only city in France. I rather visit other cities and towns. Paris is too cliche now. People are different and communication experience is different. People assume that all French are alike because of Parisians. You will have a better experience in other cities if you are looking for immersion. You will always find stressed people in Paris like other people in the major capitals. People keep to themselves in major cities, hence why tourists will have a hard time practicing their French.
Been about 6 times, the coffee sucks !
That was very nice but PLEASE stop saying "there's" when you should say "there ARE".
Seriously???
Lucile you need some new video clips, I can't see you and your friend eating that croissant again
Loool I agree with you, but I rarely film moments when I eat with my friends so you might see it again haha!