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Paris Metro pass, tickets and travel prices

Public transport passes on metro, buses and rer trains in paris.

Paris public transport, (the Metro, buses and RER trains) is highly integrated and this includes the ticketing system.

If you want to travel outside the centre of Paris covered by the Metro you should be aware that Paris uses a zonal system with six circular zones radiating out from the centre.

For perhaps the majority of visitors to Paris using the Metro system they will often not want to go anywhere outside the central zone or Zone 1. Zone 1 is where nearly all hotels are and where all the city centre sights are located.

You need to assess which zones you will use before buying your respective tickets. This, of course, also depends on how long you are likely to stay.

Fare zones   Single journey tickets   Day tickets 1-5 day Paris Visite cards   Weekly & monthly Navigo passes

Paris fare zones

If you are looking to see where the various travel zones are, the Metro & RER map on the left indicates where the various zones start and finish.

• Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - zone 5 - RER details
• Orly Airport - zone 4 - RER details
• Disneyland Paris (Eurodisney) - zone 5 - RER details
• Versailles - zone 4 - RER details

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Single tickets (t+ ticket) and carnets or books of ten tickets.

The RATP run the Metro, RER, buses and trams within Paris and a single ticket can be used on any of the four modes for a single journey.

Note: 'single journey' includes connections between the same types of vehicle (i.e. if you were using the tram you would remain on the tram system), as long as you do not 'exit' the transport system. You are allowed up to two hours for metro and RER after validation and 90 minutes for buses and trams.

Tickets purchased individually or in packages of 10 are permanently valid for single use and are issued without an expiration date.

Single tickets can be purchased from metro/RER stations, some bus terminals, and registered retailers, usually tobacconists and bookshops, displaying the RATP sign.

You can also buy from the same sources a booklet of ten, called a carnet (pronounced kar-nay), offering good savings.

Save money, go contactless

The cardboard t+ ticket packs of 10 have now been entirely replaced. The reasoning is that these types of tickets often get lost, so not all the tickets are used as one is put away somewhere and lost. The cardboard magnetic strip gets easily demagnitised and can no longer work and there are better electronic solutions now available.

From 13 October 2022, cardboard t+ ticket packs were no longer sold from vending machines at 182 stations and bus stations.

As a visitor your alternative is Contactless t+ ticket packs of 10, these are actually €2 cheaper overall than the cardboard version. You can also get a Navigo Easy Pass for €2 which you can top-up at ticket machines and retailers or with your smartphone. Finally, you can still buy a single use ticket on board the bus for €2.10.

PARIS SINGLE TICKET FARES (T+ TICKETS) 2024

For use on one journey of the Paris Metro or Buses or on zone 1 RER trains in Paris.

Day ticket - Carte Mobilis

Most visitors seem to be unaware of this option. A single calendar day card that provides unlimited rides on the transport system of the Ile-de-France region for a stated number of calendar days.

This covers the Metro, RER (express regional trains), bus, tramway, funiculaire de Montmartre, Montmartrobus, Noctambus (night bus) within a given fare zone.

Most visitors will only need zones 1&2, broadly coinciding with the extent of the Metro system. If in doubt about zone coverage the zones are marked on the RER map (above).

Important to note - before use, you must enter your name, surname and date of use on to the ticket.

CARTE MOBILIS (DAY TICKET) PRICES 2024

Available at all metro, bus and RER stations.

Paris Visite card

This is the ticket heavily promoted to tourists and visitors. Lots of people like the convenience of these tickets.

As well as being a travel pass the ticket also provides discounts to tourist attractions though not the main headliners like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. Typically a 25% discount on entrance to the Arc de Triomphe and 25% off entrance to the Grévin Museum, which may not be a high priority for you.

Paris Visite counts calendar days from day of first use, just like other Paris tickets, not 24-hour periods. If you arrive at night and use the pass, that will be counted as one day.

Paris Visite is widely available from outside Paris through agents and online but you will normally pay a premium for this convenience over purchasing in Paris.

PARIS VISITE CARD PRICES (WHEN PURCHASED IN PARIS) 2024

* Children 4-11 years old.

Navigo Decouverte monthly and weekly travel passes

The Navigo card represents good value for money - IF you are spending at least a full week in Paris. It is a card that allows you to travel in all zones for just €22.80 , plus the cost of the card itself (€5). In many cases for the average traveller, the carnets (above) will still work out cheaper. If you add on the cost of the photos needed for the pass, you're looking at nearly €30 and that will buy you two books of 20 carnets - twenty trips.

The key point about this product is that the week runs Monday to Sunday, with the last day for sale of the week you are in being on the Thursday. So if you arrive on the Friday wanting to use one for that weekend - you cannot.

The Navigo is an electronic smart card similar to schemes introduced recently worldwide into mass transit systems, allowing you unlimited use of the public transport networks in the zones you have selected. The smart card stores electronically the fare product you choose. Most visitors will go for the weekly fare.

It's reusable so if you return to Paris you can load up fares onto the same card. The first time you buy, you have to pay a €5 for the card itself and then you buy a week or month's worth of transportation that is loaded onto the card.

There are two versions of the card: "all zones" and 'two zones". The “2-zone” pass, as it sounds, gives you (unlimited) travel in just two selected zones - of your choice. To travel outside of your two zones, you may purchase a “top-up ticket” and only pay for the extra distance travelled. There is also “zone-free” travel during certain periods, on 2-zone monthly travel passes. The “all zones” travel pass allows you unlimited travel in all zones, every day of the week.

For all travel passes (regardless of the duration), the validity period starts at 12am on the first day of the period and ends at 11.59pm on the last day.

You also need to bring along a passport sized portrait photo measuring 25 x 30mm (0.98" x 1.18"). There are plenty of photo machines in the stations that produce such a photo if you need it.

A convenient place to purchase these cards for many visitors is the RER train ticket offices at Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) or the major train stations in Paris like Gare du Nord.

NAVIGO DECOUVERTE PASS PRICES 2024

Weekly tickets available from the Friday preceding the Monday starting the week of validity until Thursday of the week included in the 7 days of validity.

Paris Visite Pass: Benefits and How to Use It

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If you're looking for an easy, stress-free and cost-efficient way to travel on the Paris Metro, the Paris Visite Pass may be the right choice for you. Unlike individual metro tickets, this pass gives you unlimited travel in Paris (Metro, RER, bus, tramway, and regional SNCF trains) and the greater Paris region for several days at a time.

You can choose between passes that cover all your travel 1, 2, 3 or 5 days, and--an added boon that many visitors appreciate--Paris Visite also gets you discounts at several museums, attractions, and restaurants around the French capital.

Which Pass Should I Choose? 

It really depends on whether you're planning to spend most of your time in Paris proper, or are hoping to extensively explore the wider region, particularly through nearby day trips from the city center.  

• As a general rule, the zone 1-3 card will be adequate to really take advantage of central Paris and the near suburbs.
• You should choose the zone 1-5 card to see attractions outside Paris including the Chateau de Versailles or Disneyland Paris .
• The 1-5 card also provides travel to and from Paris' main airports (Roissy-Charles de Gaulle and/or Orly), so it may be well worth the cost. 

How to Make the Most of the Pass

Once you have purchased your pass online or from an agent in a Paris Metro ticket stand (do not purchase through the automatic machines as these will not provide you with the required card component) make sure to take the following steps before using the pass:

• Write your first and last name on the card (please this is a required step: you can be penalized by an agent if asked to show your pass and you have not done this). 
• Look for the serial number on the back of your non-transferable card and write this number on the magnetic ticket accompanying the card.
• If you do not see a start and end date on the magnetic ticket, go ahead and write these in yourself. This will prevent unnecessary hassles if a Metro agent asks to see your card.

You're now ready to use your pass. Remember that the pass may only be used by the person it's attributed to by name, and may not be transferred.

Lost Card? Pass Not Working Properly? Other Problems?

If you run into any problems using your card, have lost it or wish to change your number of zones, see the official RATP site for help.

Why Can't I Use the Digital "Navigo" Metro Passes I've Seen Parisians Using?

Technically, tourists can get a Navigo pass, which is indeed less expensive than the Paris Visite Pass (and also offers no frills). It's usually not worth the red tape unless you'll be in Paris for at least a month or come to the city on a regular basis since you'll need to provide a photo of yourself and formally apply for the card at one of several agencies. It can be a nice choice for travelers who come to Paris often since you can keep the card and recharge it whenever you wish. If you're interested in learning about how to buy and use the Navigo for an extended stay or repeated trips, read  an excellent primer on how to crack the Navigo system , if you decide it's worth a try.

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A very common questions in my Paris Travel Group ( join here, it’s free! ) are about how to get around in Paris . But also, what is the best Paris Metro pass or travel card for the Parisian Metro.

And of course: how to use the Metro in Paris in the first place. I genuinely understand that public transportation in Paris can be confusing. 

It was for me as well. But after living in Paris for more than 16 years, the Parisian Metro plan is imprinted in my brain, and I am here to help you out.

Salut, I am Lena – travel planning expert and parisienne since 2006 🩷

Hence, in this article, I am sharing everything you need to know to ride the Parisian Metro confidently, how to pick the best Metro ticket for your situation, and how to pay for the Metro in Paris.

NEW : updated information regarding Metro prices during the Olympics Games in Summer 2024 at the end of the article.

Paris Metro Tickets: Easy Solution for Convenience:

Before explaining the Parisian Metro Ticketing System in all details, here’s the ticket option that suits the needs of most tourists. This is particularly handy if sticking to a strict budget isn’t your top priority, and you’re okay with possibly spending a few Euros extra for convenience and peace of mind.

• Go to the RATP ticket counter and buy a Navigo Easy Pass for €2 (one pass per person)
• Ask the clerk to top it up with a bundle of 10 tickets for €17.30. Alternatively, use the vending machines
• Recharge with a bundle or single tickets if needed.
• If you visit Disneyland, Versailles, etc., buy a destination ticket for €3 to €5

If you are planning your Paris trip, you will also be interested in these articles:

• How to get from the Airport to Paris Center
• Most common SCAMS and cons in Paris – and how to stay safe
• Paris Packing Essentials: Don’t travel without those items
• How to get from CDG to Disneyland Paris? (5 Airport Transfers)

Orly Airport to Disneyland Paris: How to get there best

Being a traveler myself, I know how silly I feel when I don’t know how public transportation works in a foreign country. Believe me, I took a taxi or walked way more often than I dare to admit…  just because I couldn’t figure it out.

But I got you! I will help you out and share everything you need to know before you go to rock Paris Public Transportation services. Read on because this guide equ ips you with enough know-how to get around Paris without issues.

The Parisian Metro – The 3 Big DONT’s

In the following, I will explain everything you need to know to use the Parisian Metro, but let’s start with the most important: the top 3 things you should know to avoid a fine .

If a visitor complains about getting fined in the Parisian Metro, it’s usually because of one of these three mistakes:

• They trashed their Metro ticket before they left the station
• They bought a kid fare for a 10-year-old child – the reduced fare is only for children until 9!
• If your ticket has a field for you to add your name and the date, do it. Otherwise, your ticket is not valid

Tickets and fares for Public Transportation in Paris

The first question everyone asks who plan to use the Parisian Metro is “What ticket do I need for the Paris Metro” ?

Unfortunately, there is no simple answer to this question, as it heavily depends on what your plans are.  For tourists, there are overall 3 tickets interesting. The single fare ticket, the day pass, and the week pass.

There are 4 different Metro ticket variations

• the ticket+ paper strip (slowly phasing out since 2023)
• Navigo Easy: a Paris Metro pass that serves as a support for single-fare tickets and day tickets
• Passe Navigo Decouverte : a card that serves as support, mainly used for week and month tickets
• Destination Tickets in paper strip form if you travel outside Paris (Disney, Versailles etc.)

Here’s a quick overview of the relevant ticket types and the support you need to use them

Single-fare tickets for the Metro in Paris

As you just learned, there are different ticket options for the Parisian Metro, the single-fare tickets are, however, the most standard option . You simply buy a ticket and validate one ticket per trip and person. 

You can buy one single ticket, or top up your Navigo Easy Pass with a bundle of 10, which is cheaper.

All tickets are purchasable for different zones – the further you are moving away from Paris, the more expensive gets your ride. 

Paris Metro Tap to Pay : Unlike in many other countries, you can’t pay for the Paris Metro directly with your credit card. You are required to obtain a Navigo Pass and to top it up with a ticket of your choice.

You can buy the tickets for the Navigo Pass with your credit card at the machines, of course.

How much does transportation in Paris cost? Know what to expect:

The good ol’paper strip – the classic billet

If you’ve been to Paris already, you probably remember these famous paper strips. Well, they are history. Since a few years – and then delayed due to a certain health crisis – they intend to phase them out .

At the time of writing, you can’t purchase them anymore in a bundle of 10, but might still use them if you have any left.

Single tickets to be used inside Paris are still sold, though. (It’s complicated and confusing, I know)

A numeric version replaces the paper strip. Either in the form of a travel card, or even by an app.

The base ticket: the ticket+.

The base ticket for the Parisian Metro is a ti cket t+.  It costs €2,15 (1,73 € if you buy a bundle of 10) and is valid within Paris and all adjacent suburbs.

You can change Metro lines as often as you want, as long as you are not exceeding 2 hours and don’t leave the station.

You can purchase a single-ride ticket or a bundle of 10 on the ticket machines that you find in every metro station and load it on your Navigo Easy travel card.

Digital ticket+ Paris Metro Contactless

Since 2019 you can use single-ride and bundle tickets digitally. To do so, you need a Navigo Easy Card to charge your tickets.

You can easily load single rides or a bundle of 10. The latter is financially very interesting, as you save 20%. Hence, 10 rides are only €17.30, while you’d be charged €2.15 if you’d buy a single ride.

You can purchase the Navigo Easy card at the ticket counter or RATP info point at every Metro station. It costs 2€. To charge your card, you can either use the RATP App, the vending machine or you pay at the RATP ticket counter.

2024 Tip: Get the Bonjour RATP Paris App and top up your Navigo easily from your phone.

Good to Know: You can’t split the Navigo Easy Card up between several passengers. It’s always one card per person, and each person in your group needs their personal card. 

Are kids riding the Parisian Metro for free?

Only Kids under 4 are traveling for free on Paris public transportation. Kids of the age of 4 to 9 (not 3 anymore, and not yet 10) are eligible to travel at a reduced fare of 50%.

Reduced fares are also available as a bundle of 10 (carnet). Children need their own Navigo Easy Card.

Paris Day Travel Passes

You also have the option to purchase a Paris Metro day pass for the public transportation system.

This option allows you to take as many rides as you like within one day . The pass costs 8,45€ for zone 1-2 and is valid from 00-24h. Hence, if you buy a pass at 10 am, you can ride for free until midnight, not until 10 am the next day. 

The day ticket is available with the Pass Navigo Easy and Navigo Decouverte.

The big advantage of a day pass is of course that you don’t have to think at all about any further costs when riding the Parisian Metro. But you should consider that it requires 5 rides for your day pass to be beneficial (compared to the 10 ticket carnet). From my experience, 5 rides are quite a lot for one day in Paris . 

That’s because Paris is smaller than you may think. You will rarely need more than 3 or 4 rides a day. 

If you consider purchasing a day pass, keep in mind that a trip to Versailles for example, requires a higher price class. At the time of writing, a day pass that includes Versailles costs around €13.

Week and tourist passes for the Paris Metro

If you stay a few days longer in Paris, a ticket that is valid for a few days could be interesting for you. You have two options:

Navigo Semaine – week pass

The Navigo Semaine cartd is a transport pass for 7 days and comes at a very interesting price. It allows you to travel in all 5 zones, hence even to the airport, to Disneyland and Versailles for only 30,00€.

But all good things come with a catch: the Navigo Semaine is not obtainable at all stations and is only valid from Monday morning to Sunday night. You can’t pick your dates. 

As a tourist, you need to purchase a Passe Navigo Decouverte for €5 as support. However, you can also use the Navigo App . 

Paris Visite Passe: Tourist Pass for Public transportation in Paris

The tourist pass covers a maximum of 5 days, and you can choose both, the dates and the zones that you require. Even though the flexibility is a strong point of the Paris Visite Pass, it is quite pricy .

Conclusion – which Metro ticket is the best for Paris?

Personally, I think single fare tickets are the best option . In a bundle, they are cheap. It’s very convenient that they require zero preparation, you can just buy them at the multilingual vending machine, and you’re good to go. Especially as you will rarely take more than 4 rides a day. 

The single fare tickets are your best option if:

• your accommodation is in Paris or adjacent suburbs ( click here to see a list of good budget hotels in Paris )
• you plan to leave Paris only once or twice (for example to visit Disneyland or Versailles) on your own and are not taking one of the really well organized day tours from Paris
• you are not having reduced mobility and walking is no problem

Compared to single-ride tickets, you need to take the Metro too often to benefit from a day pass. The cheap week pass is, however, not easy to get and not flexible when it comes to dates. The Paris Visite Pass is disproportionally expensive. 

Below, you find a review of the different ticket options in Paris:

How to use the Metro in Paris?

Now that you know the essentials about the different Ticket options for your Paris vacation, let’s move on and see where to buy them, how to validate your tickets and how to ride the metro in the first place.

Where to buy the Tickets for the Parisian Metro?

You can purchase your Metro ticket at ticket machines that are available at every train, tram, and metro station. The ticket machines are multilingual . Most train and metro stations are also having a RATP info point, in case you require help.

Note : RATP employees are always wearing green uniforms. If someone approaches you without this uniform and offers help, watch out! It became a somewhat common scam to sell already used tickets to tourists. You can read more on Paris tourist scams here .

How to use the vending machines 

If you are buying a ticket at the ticket machine, you will be prompted to choose your language first. Makes it easier, doesn’t it? However, while most machines are equipped with a touchscreen, some older models have a kind of role that helps you scroll through the menu.

The menu is pretty intuitive and self-explanatory. Many popular destinations like airports or Disneyland are preselected. 

How to pay for the Metro in Paris?

When you are in Paris, you can’t pay the Metro directly with your credit card. You need to get a Navigo Pass, either a physical or a digital one on your phone, and top it up with the ticket of your choice.

You pay for the tickets at the vending machine with a credit card (American Express is not accepted) or cash. At the time of writing, you can’t pay for the Paris Metro contactless with your credit card. It requires your pin code.

How to validate a ticket on the Parisian Metro?

Buying your ticket is not enough, you need to validate it before each ride. If you are using a paper ticket, you need to pass it through the slot on the right side of the turnstile. However, in 2023, you won’t find many machines, that are still equipped with this form of validation.

If you own a Navigo Decoverte or Navigo Easy Pass, simply place your card over the purple reader to unlock the turnstiles.

If the flap doors are open, still validate your ticket. If you get controlled without a validated ticket, you’ll receive a fine. 

Using the Metro in Paris with luggage or strollers

If you find yourself in a situation where it’s not possible to use the turnstiles or flap doors, don’t worry. Every metro station has a gate, that can be opened on request. Just don’t forget to validate your ticket though!

Is the Metro in Paris barrier-free?

Unfortunately, no. Not at all. Many stations were built more than 100 years ago and barrier-free access wasn’t on the radar of anyone back then. Some stations got reequipped with elevators during the last years, but it’s by far not enough to rely on the Metro as public transportation if you need barrier-free access.

Solely line 14 is completely barrier-free. However, the good news is, that Paris has a great bus network as well and all busses are barrier-free. 

How to read the Metro plan?

At the first glimpse, the Metro plan does look indeed like a huge mess. But don’t worry, it’s actually quite easy to understand. Each Metro line crosses Paris from one side to another and back and consequently has a starting and end station. Just check in which direction your destination lays and you’re good to go.

For example : If you are at the station at Hôtel de Ville and you intend to visit the Arc de Triomphe, you need to take line 1 direction La Defense. If you want to visit the Bastille, you would need to board Metro 1 as well, but heading in the opposite direction of Château de Vincennes.

It helps a lot that each Metro stairway features a signpost that indicates exactly which station this very line and direction will serve. Each Metro line has its own platform – contrary to Berlin, for example, where several lines stop at the same platform. 

A good piece of advice is to get familiar with the plan before traveling to Paris. Check which Metro station is the closest to your accommodation, how to get from there to the Eiffel Tower etc. and you will see that it quickly makes sense.

You can download the plan here . If you prefer the paper version, you can get one for free at every Metro station.

What changed since the Health Crisis? Is it safe to use the Metro?

While things are calming down, measurements and rules will probably change in the future again to respond better to the changing situation; however, there are a few things to keep in mind:

• Face masks are not obligatory when entering any station, but are recommended (updated November 2023).
• Some stations are equipped with sanitizer

Safety in Paris’ Public Transportation

I read very often that people are worried about their safety when traveling to Paris . One of the main concerns is getting scammed or robbed.

I can’t deny that there is a certain risk. Especially since a couple of years, reports of scams and pickpockets are rising. However, we should keep in mind, that the Parisian Metro transports more than 4 Million passengers per day. And only a small hand full experiences any issues at all.

Well, except for delays and technical problems, that’s another story.

Paris is a metropolis, after all. But did you know that Paris ranks just behind London and Malmö, Sweden in the international safety ranking?

I’d say the Paris Metro is safe. Every Parisian takes the metro at all times, often you’ll find the Metro fuller at midnight than at 3 pm and the passengers are not any dodgy weirdos but absolutely random folks.

There are still some things you should keep in mind:

• take care of your stuff and be conscious about your belongings while traveling on the Parisian Metro. Don’t have your bag just above your shoulder, but hold the string. You don’t need to hold your bag like a maniac but show that you’re wary
• and try to avoid using your phone. It can happen that someone grabs it and runs just at the very moment the doors are closing.
• if there is a safety announcement about pickpockets, DO NOT check if your wallet is still where it should be. Someone might check for exactly this reflex and you happily tell the thief where he has to look for your treasures
• don’t get distracted and forget about your belongings. I got my wallet stolen once; while I was trying to push a stroller with one hand while trying to hold a gate with the other.

Other means of public transportation in Paris

If you are traveling to Paris, the Metro is the most obvious public transportation to take. However, there might be many reasons why this is not possible or appealing to you. Luckily, there are other means of public transportation that belong to the RATP network.

What does RATP stand for ? Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens , Autonomous Operator of Parisian Transportation. RATP is your point of contact and the operator of every sort of public transportation within the Paris region.

Which ticket do I need for public transportation that is NOT the Metro?

Luckily, there is no different ticket needed. No matter what kind of public transportation you choose, the ticket remains the same. It just might vary depending on the distance or the zones, but that’s about it. This applies especially to buses and trams.

Tickets for busses and trams in Paris

One ticket t+ is valid for 90 minut es while using buses and trams . You can transfer between both services, but you need to revalidate your ticket when boarding a new vehicle.

Exception: If you purchase your ticket on the bus, you can’t make a transfer. The tickets sold onboard are only for one bus trip without transfer.

update 2021 – you can buy your bus ticket by SMS now. Simply send an SMS with the text BUS+Number to 93100 , and you receive a ticket by SMS.

It costs 2,50€, and counts only for the bus trip, not for transfers. If you are on Bus 26 for example, send BUS26 to the number 93100, and you’ll receive your ticket on your phone. 

More public transportation in Paris

If you are traveling only in Paris, you have only the option to hop on a bus or Metro. If you venture a bit outside the capital, you have more options.

RER (Suburb train)

The RER is much like Paris Metro, but a little faster and with fewer stations. However, the RER is basically a suburban train that connects Paris with surrounding cities. If you want to visit Versailles for example, you would take the RER C, Disney is served by RER A.

If you are not using the Navigo Decouverte for all zones or a 5 zones day pass, make sure to purchase a ticket with the appropriate amount of zones or a ticket that indicated your destination.

Paris and its surrounding are divided into 5 zones. You need to purchase a ticket for all zones that you cross on your way. But don’t worry too much about it, if you are at a ticket machine, you can simply click on “Ticket Île-de-France” ( Billets Île-de-France ) and pick your destination. You will obtain a station-to-station ticket that covers automatically the appropriate amount of zones.

Paris by Bus

Busses are running everywhere: inside Paris, outside Paris, from Paris to suburb, and from suburb to suburb. The tickets are the same as for Metro, you need a Ticket t+. You can transfer with the same ticket from bus to bus or to tram, but not to Metro or RER, which would require a new ticket.

If you are not depending on getting around by bus (Busses are barrier-free), I’d recommend avoiding them during a short-term stay. Schedules and maps are rather complicated and due to the Parisian traffic, they can be really sloooow.

Noctilien Night Buses

To fill the gap between the last and first Metro/Tram/RER, night buses are operating in Paris and connecting the city with the greater Paris area. Noctilien busses are clearly the cheapest way to get home after a long night as you can board them with the usual ticket t+. Just keep in mind that your fellow passengers also had a long night out and might be everything but sober.

Taking the tram in Paris

The Tramway is relatively new in Paris and is built roughly as a circle around Paris, more or less parallel to the freeway. In order to board the tram, you need a ticket t+. With one validated ticket, you can transfer from tram to tram or from tram to bus, but you need a new ticket to transfer to Metro or RER.

Orlyval Skytrain

The Orlyval is the sky train that operates between the Orly Airport and the next RER Station Anthony. The one-way ticket costs 11,00€ if you purchase the Orlyval in combination with an RER ticket to Paris, it’s around 13€.

If you’re traveling in a group, it might be cheaper to take an Uber from the RER station in Anthony to Orly Airport for about 10-15€.

Are you landing at Paris Charles de Gaulle/Roissy (CDG)? Don’t miss our detailed guide on how to get to Paris from the airport!

Metro & Trains during the Paris Olympics in 2024

In November 2023, it was announced, that for the month of July and August, when Paris is hosting the Olympic Games, the prices for public transportation will be augmented. Here’s what you can expect:

The Olympics are still a bit ahead and the Parisians are rather opposed to this rise in price. So the pricing might be subject to change. However, I will update this post as soon as I get new information. So, stay tuned!

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FAQ: How to use the Paris Metro

You need to purchase the travel card Navigo at the station and load it up with the tickets of your choice. Alternatively, you can also get the App Île-de-France Mobilités that not only serves as a travel planner but also as a ticket device.

You can purchase your Metro ticket with a credit card, but your credit card can’t be used directly at the barriers to entering the Metro.

The Metro is as safe at night as by day and is always heavily used. 

A Metro Ticket for a single ride costs 2,10 € in 2023. A bundle of 10 tickets costs 16,90 €.

You use the roll to scroll up and down the menu and pick the ticket of your choice. Most popular picks are single-ride tickets, bundles of 10, and destination tickets, where you choose your destination station outside of Paris. To charge your Navigo pass, place it on the purple field, so the machine can read it.

The popular cardboard tickets are currently phasing out. The process was delayed to to delivery delays of Navigo Cards, but at the time of writing, it’s moving on. Many stations are not equipped with paper ticket readers anymore and you can’t purchase them anymore at the vending machines.

You place your Navigo Carte on the card reader before the turnstiles and wait until it “beeps”. You can pass then through the turnstile or gate.

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Hey, I will be in Paris this year so perfect moment for this read! Thank you so much for all the helpful insights.

This is the kind of posts I like to read (and write), where you can get all the information you need to move around or plan something/your stay/etc before even getting there. Pretty good post, I may say.

thank you! 🙂

This was a very useful article! I’m definitely going to refer to this when we visit Paris

thanks a lot and I hope you can come to visit Paris soon 🙂

Shame on me I have not yet been to Paris. But, when I do, this will come in very handy. Public transportation is a minefield…

Oh my gosh, thank you! When I was in Paris with my husband, there were several times we were just baffled trying to figure out the system One of the things that tripped me up was RER. Because I couldn’t figure out what it was, we avoided taking it our first day – when it would have been better for us. Pinned this!

Thank you!!! Glad you find some value in it and sharing it around! 🙂

I must say Paris is one of the best cities for well-connected local transport. Since its so large in size, one does end up walking A LOT despite taking the metro or the bus from one spot to another. And not to mention the long distances between metro lines inside the stations 🙂 But its all very convenient. And enjoyable.

oh I am sure you talk about Montparnasse when thinking of long distances between Metro lines! We try to avoid that change by all means haha 😀

I will never get tired of reading about Paris. But all glitz and glamor of Paris comes with the super expensive transportation if hired privately. So, this post on public transportation and all teh tips you have mentioned ( especially the one about red and green indicators after parking the bike) would definitely help any one willing to explore the city on budget.

yeah, getting around privately is really expensive! We often use a mix of public transportation and Uber

A very useful post for everyone who want to get acquainted with the transport system of Paris city. You have listed dowm every single useful information regarding the topic and I can see how much effort you taken. I usually take up metros and buses rather than taxis as its very economical but as there’s Uber in the city I sometimes just go for it.

awww thank you for your kind words; I really appreciate it <3 the combination of public transport and Uber is perfect for us, too... especially when going out 🙂

It’s so nice that the metro runs late on the weekends! Also, good to know that buses are a bit complicated so not that great as an option for short term visitors. You’re article on all transport options is very thorough and complete! A great guide!

thank you <3 🙂

Any ideas about Accessibility for a wheelchair?

Hi Mona, sorry for my late reply, I simply missed your question 🙁 Paris is not really barrier free, unfortunately, and many (most) Metro Stations are not equipped with elevators. It’s probably easiest to get around by Bus. However, some Metro stations do have elevators, maybe this page helps: https://parisbytrain.com/map-paris-wheelchair-reduced-mobility-accessibility-metro-rer-bus-tram/ best, Lena

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Allow your kids to amuse themselves after your flight to Charles de Gaulle Airport at any of the six kid’s play areas. They have televisions airing kids’ programs, hopscotch, and maze on soft mats. Terminal 2E is home to five kids’ areas (near Doors K36, M25, K49, M45, and L28) and one in Gate 4 of Terminal 3. You will also find kids’ toilets and changing tables in all restrooms in the airport.

What terminal transfer services are available at CDG Airport?

Three free shuttle routes connect the three CDG terminals. The N1 shuttle bus serves Terminal 2's sub terminals 2A, 2C, 2D, 2E, and 2F, the CDG 2 train station, and the PW parking lot. On the other hand, the N2 shuttle bus serves Terminal 2, stopping at the 2E, 2F, and 2G sub terminals. The CDGVal automated people-mover train stops at each terminal and the PX and PR parking lots.

Are there any hotels near Paris-Beauvais Airport (BVA)?

Flights to Paris may be hectic and tiring. If you are feeling worn, consider booking a stay at Hostellerie Saint Vincent Beauvais, which has good proximity to BVA and attractions such as the Beauvais Cathedral. The facility offers French cuisine and a breakfast-in-bed. Another good option is Welcomotel Beauvais Aeroport, approximately a 10-minute drive from BVA. It is pet-friendly and offers shuttles at a fee.

Where can I get massages at CDG Airport?

If you want to get rid of that neck kink, Terminal 2E hosts the BeRelax Spa, which offers a full range of holistic treatments like massages, facials, and mani/pedis. Throughout Terminal 2, you will also find Be Relax kiosks offering express massages. If you wish to save cash, the airport has massage chairs situated throughout the property.

What is there to do at Charles de Gaulle Airport?

Located at the Terminal 2E, the Espace Musique lounge is a complimentary lounge where visitors can relax in comfortable individual listening stations. Visitors have access to the Universal Music Catalogue along with a selection of radio stations. There’s a viewing room where guests can watch the latest films and TV shows for free.

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Hidden within Charles de Gaulle Airport is YotelAir. It is nestled within Terminal 2E after security, allowing travelers a little bit of luxury and privacy within the confines of CDG. Along with rooms offering TVs, workstations and en suite bathrooms, there are lounges for relaxation.

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While Orly may not have a hotel directly within its premises, there are multiple hotels within minutes of its terminals. Orly Superior Hotel, Novotel Paris Coeur d'Orly Airport, and Ibis Paris Coeur d'Orly Airport all offer complimentary shuttles to and from the airport.

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Travelers can read the day away while relaxing in Orly’s library. Leather couches, books, magazines, and tablets are all available for use. They even have a collection of children’s books for young travelers.

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If you need to travel between Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports, the driving distance is approximately 45 minutes. You can also use the RER train service from within Charles de Gaulle airport and the OrlyVal shuttle train to Orly airport. Shuttle services direct from both airports are also available.

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There are 4 major airports in Paris. The nearest airport from Paris city center is Paris-Le Bourget (9 miles), followed by Paris Orly Airport (9 miles), Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (14 miles), and Paris Beauvais-Tille (42 miles).

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• Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Paris flight deals.
• Paris is serviced by two major international airports . Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) serves as the largest international hub for Paris and for France in general, while Paris Orly Airport (ORY) is more domestically focused and is one of the busiest domestic hubs in France.
• Paris-Beauvais Airport serves as a tertiary budget option for many European travelers as well. Though technically located in the Picardy region some 50 miles north of Paris, the airport remains an important hub for discount flights to Paris .
• Trains and buses offer easy and quick access to both Orly and Charles de Gaulle. Both SNCF and RER B trains connect directly to CDG, while RER B and C trains and Tramway 7 connect to Orly. The RER trains are often the cheapest and one of the quickest ways to reach either airport. Shuttle buses, though slower than trains, also are a good option for many travelers after their flight to Paris, as they offer direct routes from the airport to many of the most famous sites in Paris.
• If you're unwell, Paris Orly Airport (ORY) offers urgent medical care and pharmacy services . Medical services are at Terminal 1-2 near Gate 10A, whereas the pharmacy is at Gate 21D.
• Are you a business traveler looking to stay productive while at the airport? Stay on top of your work at the Paris Orly’s Hall B in South Terminal. It is equipped with working stations as well as charging ports.
• If you want to relax at any of the lounges at Paris Orly Airport, obtain a lounge permit or pay at the door regardless of your flying class of service. The new Extime Lounge is in the duty-free area at Paris-Charles de Gaulle airport, Terminal 2BD and Terminal 1, while the Premium Traveler Lounge is at Orly 1.
• There are several chapels at Charles de Gaulle airport (CDG) for passengers to pray, reflect, and meditate . Terminal 1 hosts an interfaith chapel on Level 2, whereas Level 1 is home to a synagogue. There is a Multifaith Prayer Area at the Arrivals Level of Terminal 4 and Multifaith Offices at Gate H of Terminal 4 and Level 2 of Terminal 1.
• Passengers disembarking at Paris Orly Airport are greeted by artwork displayed at the Paris Orly South Terminal. The sketches give the airport life, transforming travelers’ experiences.
• As one of the fashion capitals of the world, Paris unsurprisingly maintains this reputation even in its airports – Lacoste and Burberry are both located in Orly. In Charles de Gaulle, there are numerous high fashion boutiques such as Louis Vuitton, Hermes, and Chanel.
• For travelers with a love for vintage video games, CDG has you covered. Gaming areas with play stations and arcade games are located in both Halls L and K. After all, what better way could there be to spend a layover than catching up on some gaming classics?

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The experience was good and the flight departed on time and landed early

The flight was delayed but we got to our final destination.

Boarding was great. The flight landed early. It took the crew over an hour and a half to bring out drinks. I paid to upgrade my seat to Comfort+ only to be near a crying/screaming baby who was seldom quiet. Noise-cancelling earbuds didn’t even help. Waste of money to upgrade.

Boarding was good, was able to get on early and get settled in . Loved the glass of wine before take off. Once in the air the service was amazing, from the snacks, drinks and the food was good. The flight attendants were very good and attentive. Love flying with Delta..

Seats in first class on the E175 recline too far back. I was in 2A, and the man in 1A fully reclined almost the entire flight. It took 6-7 inches of space away from me and made it very difficult to work on my laptop.

On 2 different flights the wifi was horrible and there was no drink or snack service.

Wifi wasn’t working well so we couldn't view any media.

Flight was late. Club was full. Experience is exactly what I expected.

Carly the flight attendant was extremely helpful and very accommodating to passengers on the flight from what I noticed. Couldn't be more satisfied with the service and assistance from Delta's flight attendant, Thanks again Carly!!

I didn’t not like that I could not select my seat and ended up with the worse seat.

Generally good. The crew is excellent. The food could be better.

Did not find the wheelchair that supposed to assist and went to a long queue for transit security chk which was very slow and boarding desk wanted to close counter although that they knew that I am minutes away because of their mistake of not providing the wheelchair.

Boarding was smooth and on time. The seat was comfortable and the entertainment worked. Staff were gracious.

Business class in the second leg - CDG-EVN was a disaster.

I have used Air France and KLM many times it will help if they change their menu's feel like it's been the same for years!!!, Especially the breakfast. Overall the flight was good and enjoyable.

No birding was given for next trip on same carrier, food was very moderate.

We transited through Chad and what was supposed to be a 1hr 20 minutes transit time lasted over 4hrs. We didn't get regular updates until we complained. After a 10hr flight from Paris no form of refreshment given and finally arrived Abuja over 6hrs later and none of my bags came

The line at boarding was not well organized and managed

Sky priority means you get to use the KLM business Lounge.

Je n'ai pas pû incliner mon siège et une des hôtesses ne comprenait pas ce que je disais. Je devais parler fort

Not being able to get a different seat with above average height unless I would pay for a seat ($41). Poor included beverage choice. Food: I’m am not picky in terms of food but that was the most horrific set of options ever experienced, for me and my fellow passengers. In my row no one was able to finish their food. Literal dog-grade chow. If you want to be cheap, at this point provide us with actual COMBAT RATIONS. You would save money, passengers would get enough food and better taste.

Nice travel , but would have been better if luggage was included in the price and not an extra charge..

Norse Atlantic is the worst airline I’ve ever traveled with, and i travel a lot. First, they made me check my carry on duffle (never had a problem before) because my backpack they said “isn’t a personal item”. It fits under the seat so yes it is a personal item. $125€ for the duffle and $125€ for my wife’s checked bag, $250€ for two bags, RIPOFF! Once on the flight we got delayed 45mins because the attendants/airline were giving a handicap gentleman a hard time about his scooter which they had already given him permission to bring on board. He also stated he’s never had this problem, & after a lengthy discussion they finally realized they were wrong since it wasn’t ion battery operated and he had all the paperwork. Eventually they allowed him to stow it above his seat which they watched his wife struggle with for over a minute before they helped her. Also, Make sure you purchase food in advance! This airline is EVERYTHING for purchase, from WATER to SNACKS to BLANKETS. Yes, WATER. International flight and not a single thing free. People were literally lining up to the bathroom with empty water bottles to fill up in the sink. The Aircraft was criminally FREEZING as if they intentionally jacked up the air so people would buy $7€ blankets. People were changing into layers in the bathroom & bringing down their carry-ons so they could find layers in their suitcases. Those that didn’t have layers in their bag or had to check their bags had to endure an 8.5hr torture session from Rome to JFK. Add all that to the ridiculous timing of turning on the lights (red eye) so they could come down the aisle with duty “free” options for purchase. A hot topic between passengers while waiting to deboard/get through customs. I wouldn’t fly Norse Atlantic Airways again if they paid me.

I payed for luggage but there was additional luggage charge this wasn’t clear when i purchased.

The crew from Norse was absolutely great! Friendly, respectful and professional! They helped me resolve my baggage issue in Fiumicino, which was a long process and one of the counter girls was her first day at work 😌 they were all great. And later, when they found my 87 year old mom who got completely lost at Fiumicino in a different terminal, all by herself.. they were patient and kind and treated everyone with respect and care. Grazie Norse!!

Crew was excellent, very friendly and professional. Seating was very tight…I’m not a tall person and my knees were touching the seat in front of me. A little bit more legroom would be great.

Chaotic check in. It took an extra hour to haul all across large LAX airport three different times back & fourth. Had no access to duty free shop.

Great flight for great price. Only thing they need is on board Wi-Fi and an app.

It was cold, blankets would have been a big plus.

Airline was unable to check me in, even though I had a valid US visa which they called to confirm. Their system still did not allow check in. If you have a visa don’t travel on this airline. Will be seeking a refund.

Misleading instructions for check in. Although I did virtual check in and was instructed to head to security, once I was at security, they told me to go back to Play ticket counter and get paper tickets. Also, beware that Play doesn’t participate in TSA PreCheck. I didn’t know that, despite entering PreCheck info when I purchased the tickets. I wasted time in the TSA PreCheck line as well. So we had two setbacks at check in.

It's a budget airline, so forewarned is forearmed. Yes, you pay for everything like carry-on, checked baggage, seat selection, but that's becoming the case with major airlines. Bringing your own snacks and entertainment on board is highly recommended. It's no frills, but the crew, the plane and the flight itself was great. If you want pampering go for a larger airline. If you just want to get from A to B in comfort and safety, Play is a great choice.

It is a low cost airline. Staff are courteous. There is no entertainment. Food is purchased.

Upon boarding, the people at the gate were extremely rude, there were no outlets on a 6 hour international flight, there was no entertainment, all food and drink was purchase only (even snacks), and my seat reclining function was fully broken. The only redeeming quality was the flight attendants were extremely nice. This was by far the worst flight I have ever been on in my entire life

I don’t know how international flights can’t have media screens to keep people entertained for the long flight. Ugh.

Typical experience for budget airline. Boarding from KEF required bus transit from the gate to plane, so if you had "priority boarding" it was useless as it was simply a free-for-all when getting off the bus. But still no issues with getting our luggage into overhead bin so not really a problem.

Was very apprehensive about flying Play, but the flight was fine. Nothing special, nothing horrible. Fair price to get from New York to Iceland.

I wasn’t able to check in online the day before or the day of because their web configuration or business model idk. I arrived an hour early and check was closed and there was no one around to speak to and eventually was told there was no possible way to get a digital ticket despite I had no luggage to check and would have easily made it through security to boarding and had to pay for a new ticket for $330 ontop of the $169 I spend for the ticket and then I missed my rental car for $305 because I only arrived at midnight instead of noon that I was originally intended. All booked through kayak. I hope there is some kind of insurance from kayak because this was totally preventable had I not been blocked by play air from getting my check in and plane ticket.

The staff was very professional, the places very clean. The legroom was a little bit tight but so worth the price of the flight. Very pleased! Next time, I want to book a stayover to explore Iceland :)

The boarding process was easy, the crew was friendly and the flight was very smooth. There is a limited menu the food was tasty, but you have to purchase everything. The cost of the flight was very reasonable but everything such as baggage is extra.

everything is an extra cost on this flight, you need to pay to have a your children sit next to you (they won’t change the seat for your kids to sit next to you without charging you), food is an extra you need to pay for on a 12 hour flight, no drinks or snacks throughout the flight, the media selection is subpar and your phone has more options

Many families including ours we seated separately. For kids entertainment only 2 cartoons for 11 hour flight. Checked bag $100 each. Everything else was fine

The boarding process was completely disorganized, adding avoidable stress, and the airline's business model is tight spaces, but seats that recline more to make sleep easier in economy. The passenger behind us did not understand that and shook our chair saying we're reclining too much. We immediately brought the flight attendants in to mediate and deescalate the situation, and they didn't. The passenger behind us kept harassing my wife throughout the 8 hour flight. They should be better trained in this regard if this is the airline's business model and promise to passengers like us who review leg space and reclining angles before purchasing a fare on the airline.

The orthopedic sits, no room to move, no reclining, was horrible and because that I'm still in pain and aches in my whole body

Seats were uncomfortable. Lower back support would be nice. It was the usual for an airplane. Other than that, everything was wonderful. Even my kids said the food was good! Nice to get a blanket and set of earbuds.

Flight got canceled, took us 3 hrs in line to give us vouchers for hotel and meals, which was chaotic and then went to hotel and the voucher did not work at hotel, had to pay and apply for reimbursement and waiting for payment

Better than expected from a low cost airline! The food, seat and overall experience was great! I would fly with them again.

We were there on time we checked in early online and when we got to the airport we only had one code ticket and not the other one, the people at the desk didn’t want to print the other ticket since we didn’t have it on the phone

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• Paris Museum pass : Museums only : just gives entry into the main museums (Louvre, Orsay etc.) 2 day pass 52 € . More info here

The passes in more detail....

•    Buy your pass in advance, and avoid the queues to get in.  It is pretty well impossible to visit everything covered by these two inclusive passes, even with a five or six day pass, as the list of attractions covered includes several that are well outside Paris . And the passes do not include cafés and restuarants where you will want to stop off and relax
• Paris Pass'Lib Culture . this has replaced the "museum pass". This pass keeps changing. Now it comes in 2 versions, offering entry to between 3 and 6 attractions out of a list. With the cheapest version (35€), choose 3 activities out of a list of 17. With the more expensive version (75€) choose five out of a list of 18 attractions - the difference being the Eiffel Tower. A Pass'Lib is valid a year.
•   Go City Paris explorer  This may be  a good idea if you want to include a day at Disneyland Paris, since the 104€ cost of a 3-attraction pass is the same as the indicated "normal" adult day-ticket to Disneyland alone. (For the record fixed-date adult day passes for Disneyland Paris cost between 81€ and 124€ on the Disney site depending on date). Otherwise, it is mainly useful for people spending up to two months in Paris, who know that they will want to visit certain attractions.  Passes are valid for between 2 and 7 attractions only. Take care:   the choice of attractions is capped by a "purse value" which  is the maximum amount you can use based on the standard gate price for each attraction. For example, with a 3-choice adult Explorer costing 119 €,  you can visit three attractions the sum of whose normal ticket prices is not greater than €205... which could include both Disneyland and Parc Astérix. One advantage of the Paris Explorer pass is that it can include the second floor (not the top) of the Eiffel Tower. However, be warned; the date and time of the Eiffel tower visit has to be booked in  advance, and the claimed 42€ value of the tour to the second flooor of the Eiffel Tower can be misleading. The actual cost of access to the second floor of the Eiffel tower is not 42€ but just  16.70 € if you take the elevator (lift), and just 10.50 € if you walk up (Prices as from  2023)  (see Eiffel Tower )

Paris visite:   [Public transport only ]

• Paris Museum pass   [Museums only ] - giving unlimited admission to some 60 monuments / museums in and around Paris, excluding the Eiffel Tower. Prices start at 52 €uros for two days or 66€ for four days.  This pass - best purchased on the day at the first museum you visit -  does not include any transport, so things like Seine river cruises, metro tickets and sightseeing tours must be purchased separately. See below. The Paris Museum Pass is included in the Go City inclusive pass and the Paris City Pass (see above). 
• Choose tickets à la carte :   Just buy tickets for what you have time to see.  Check out sightseeing bus tickets and river-bus tickets below; check out prices for individual monuments on their websites, which are listed at the foot of our Paris tourist attractions page .  Tickets for many attractions can now be bought on the attraction's own website, and with an online ticket (print your own or on your phone) you don't need to stand in a queue to buy on the spot.
• Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus pass  The Open-Tour /Cityrama service, has a choice of hop-on hop-off passes from 39 € for a one-day pass, and covers four different routes (plus optional Batobus service on the Seine). Alternatively Big Bus Tours (formerly les Cars Rouges) run open-top guided tour buses linking nine major sites; a two -day pass costs  45€.
• The "Batobus" and travel on the Seine. The Batobus are river buses that go up and down the Seine from the Eiffel tower to the quai de Montebello (near Notre Dame). There are 8 stops in all. An adult day pass at the start of 2022 costs 19 €, and a 2-day pass (consecutive days) costs 21 € per adult.

WHICH PASS BEST SUITS YOUR NEEDS?

• Do you want to take in at least three paid entry attractions a day (between monuments, museums, river cruise...)  . If so, the  Paris City Pass is probably your best value option, 
• Do you want primarily to visit Paris's world-class museums, more than other attractions? If so, the  Museum Pass may be your best solution.
• Do you want to avoid the big paid-entry sites, with their queues, and enjoy Paris by visiting smaller museums, taking in Paris's free attractions (including museums), soaking in the atmosphere of the old streets and riverbanks, and enjoying the bars and cafés ? If so, you don't need a pass at all, it would be a waste of money. Just pay at the entrance to the paid-entry sites you visit, and enjoy the others for free.
• Do you plan to use the metro or buses several times in a day, including getting to and from your hotel located in central Paris or the inner suburbs? If so, the Paris city pass will give you free public transport plus entry to dozens of attractions. Alternatively the Paris Visite transport pass will just provide you with free travel in the city for the duration chosen.
• Do you want to pack in as much as possible in a short space of time, including the main sights ?  If so, the  Paris City Pass is your best value option. If you want a pass including hop-on hop-off buses, the go for the  Go city Paris inclusive Pass
• Are you spending a few weeks in Paris, during which time you'll visit different attractionsin your own time, on different days? Then maybe the Go city Paris explorer pass is best suited to your needs.

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How to navigate your way around Paris

Mar 27, 2024 • 6 min read

Find your way around Paris with this guide to public transit, bike hire and taxis © Charday Penn / Getty Images

Alexis is one of the author's of our  latest Paris guidebook . Here she shares her tips on navigating Paris' public transport, taxis and more.

Paris is a gorgeous sprawl of beautiful monuments and interesting neighborhoods and, for many, walking is the way to go.

To cover the most ground, the convenient Paris metro blankets the city. Meanwhile, the comprehensive bus system allows you to sightsee while traveling , and cycling in the open air is as delightful as it looks. Here's what you need to know about Paris’ transport network, tickets and taxis.

The quickest way to get around is on the metro and RER

Paris’ train network consists of two separate but linked systems: the metro and the RER. The metro currently has 16 lines (numbered 1–14, plus two secondary lines, 3bis and 7bis). The network is currently being expanded to add another four lines as part of the Grand Paris Express project. The RER has five main lines, A to E. The systems are fully integrated and you can easily transfer from one train to another. RER express trains save time crossing the city and serve the suburbs.

Escalators and elevators ease long climbs within the stations, but are not available at every station. Service is very frequent, with wait times generally under five minutes. Some metro lines run above street level, offering scenic views. It's usually quicker to walk than to take the metro for only one or two stops.

For a better look at the city, hop on the bus

With no stairs, buses are widely accessible and are good for parents with prams/strollers and people with limited mobility. Bus lines complement the metro: for some journeys a bus is the more direct – and scenic – way to go. Stops show schedules, routes and often the wait time until the next bus.

A local’s tips for taking the metro, RER and bus

Use the RATP , IDF Mobilités and SNCF apps for journey planning, route maps and wait times for the next train or bus, or to charge up your travel passes. Also, metro and bus maps of various sizes and degrees of detail are available for free at metro ticket windows.

In metro stations and on board, keep an eye out for pickpockets – they’re top zones of action.

Sail in style on the Batobus

Combining scenery and convenience, the Batobus is a handy hop-on, hop-off service stopping at nine key destinations along the Seine. In warmer months the service runs regularly through the day and offers a chance for a river cruise at a fraction of the price of a tour boat.

Cycle the streets with Vélib’ bike-share

The Vélib’ bike-share scheme has over 20,000 bikes, both classic (green) and electric (blue) at 1400 stations citywide. Buy a subscription online using your RATP Navigo transit pass or credit card, or at docking stations (it only accepts European-compatible chip-and-pin credit cards). There are single-trip, day and multiday pass options. App-based electric trottinettes (scooters), wildly popular with tourists, were discontinued in September 2023 by popular vote.

Consider getting a Navigo transport pass

The cheapest and easiest way to use public transport in Paris is via the Navigo Easy card. Sold for €2 at all metro and RER ticket windows as well as RATP-affiliated outlets (eg tobacconists and markets), this credit-card-sized farecard is used for all your ticketing needs. You can also charge one up virtually on the RATP app for free.

Navigo, like London’s Oyster card or Hong Kong’s Octopus card, is a system that provides a full range of fare options. You load the card with value which is then deducted for each ride. To save money, buy carnets, which are credits for 10 rides sold at a discount (this is the cheapest way to ride the metro and buses). You can also buy various passes that are good for unlimited rides across a range of fare zones and durations (such as Mobilis, with one day of unlimited travel). However, one disadvantage of passes is that they are tied to the calendar eg a one-day pass starts at 12:01am, a seven-day pass always begins on Monday, and a monthly pass always begins on the first day of the month.

Paris transportation FAQ and things to consider

Is parking widely available in paris .

Parking in Paris is costly and difficult. If you’re renting a car to take to the countryside, don’t pick it up until you are leaving town. And if you’re driving your own car, know that to enter the city within the Boulevard Périphérique (ring road) between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday, a Crit'Air Vignette (compulsory anti-pollution sticker) is needed for all cars, motorcycles and trucks registered after 1997, including foreign-registered vehicles. Older vehicles are banned during these hours. The sticker is not necessary for the ring road itself.

Can I use taxis and ride-share apps?

Find taxis at official stands or via private companies and apps. There are queues of available cabs at major train stations. Paris taxis are expensive but can be a blessing if you have a lot of luggage and can't face the metro steps. Ride-share apps like Uber are active.

What’s the best way to get into the city from the airport?

Trains are the best ways to get to and from Paris' airports. The RER B line from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) crosses under the middle of Paris, with stops that include Gare du Nord, Châtelet–Les Halles, St-Michel–Notre Dame and Luxembourg. Some trains run express through the suburbs, saving about 10 minutes. An even faster express route is slated for 2027. From Orly Airport, you can connect to the RER B. Beginning in mid-2024, the airport will also be served by Line 14 of the metro. Aéroport de Beauvais, used by some budget airlines, is a long and slow 75km (47 miles) by bus from Paris.

Taxis and ride shares are also convenient, but can get mired in traffic and become costly.

Paris is working to make its transportation more accessible

Paris is an ancient city and therefore not particularly well equipped for visiteurs handicapés (disabled visitors): kerb ramps are few and older public facilities and the metro are mostly inaccessible for those in a wheelchair (fauteuil roulant) . Efforts are being made to improve things, however, especially ahead of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games .

Paris’ airports are fully in line with international standards for accessibility. Note however that transport to and from the airports may be an issue as many metro stations in the city are not fully accessible – the RATP makes info available through its app and website. Paris buses, however, are all accessible, with low floors and wide doors.

The SNCF has made many of its train carriages more accessible to people with disabilities, including the RER trains. For information and advice on planning your journey from station to station, contact the service Accès Plus .

Taxis G7 has hundreds of low-base cars and over 100 cars equipped with ramps, and drivers trained in helping passengers with disabilities. Guide dogs are accepted in its entire fleet.

An excellent first stop is the Paris Tourist Office 's website for a wealth of useful information organized by theme as well as practical information such as where to rent medical equipment or locate automatic public toilets. You can download the up-to-date Accessible Paris guide , which is also available in hard copy from tourist information centers in the city.

This article was first published May 2021 and updated March 2024

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Paris Metro Tickets

Paris Metro Tickets (known locally as Ticket t+ ) are currently priced at 2.15€ for a single ticket ( as of Jan. 4, 2024). A package of 10 tickets, a carnet [“car-nay”] costs 17.35€ when put on Navigo Easy or Paris transport mobile phone app .

Paris Metro tickets are white color paper tickets, currently the single-use/ride Paris Metro tickets, known officially as Ticket t+.

Update : These paper coupon-style tickets are gradually being phased out with the introduction of Navigo Easy , a preloaded Paris travel card for visitors and official Paris transport mobile phone apps like IdF Mobilités . Sale of single paper Paris Metro tickets like the one pictured below will continue until the end of 2025 when sales are scheduled to stop. Discounted packs of 10 Paris Metro tickets are no longer sold in paper form as of 2023. These 10-pack Paris Metro tickets are now only sold on Navigo Easy cards or Paris transit apps .)

Paris Metro Tickets Over Time

Paris Metro Tickets Valid For…

Paris Metro tickets are valid for travel on Paris transport/transit including:

• Paris Metro (subway)
• Paris RER Train (within Zone 1 )
• RATP Paris city bus
• Noctilien buses ( night bus )
• Optile buses (Paris suburban bus )
• Montmartre Cable car (Funiculaire de Montmartre)

Transfers Allowed

Paris Metro tickets are valid for transfers between Metro lines for 90 minutes after first validation. For Metro tickets used on a tram or bus, transfers between bus & tram are also allowed for 90 minutes after first validation. You cannot mix and match the transfers listed below, each bullet point should be regarded as separate transfer type. For example, you cannot transfer from Paris Metro to Bus!

Paris Metro Ticket transfers are allowed between :

• One Metro line to another, without exiting the confines of a station, or
• Metro to RER trains (inside Paris zone 1 ), or
• 2 RATP (city) Bus lines, or
• 1 RATP Bus and 1 Optile (suburban) bus, or
• Tramway and any bus lines that cross it, or
• Noctilien (night) buses (except on Noctilien buses requiring special fares)

Notice that there are no “ and “s in the above list. That’s on purpose. You can’t mix any of the above transfer situations .

Special note: single transit tickets purchased on buses, directly from drivers are not valid for any transfers at all and cost 2.50€. With these tickets you will not be able to transfer to another bus nor tramway.

Paris Metro Passes

For Paris Metro Passes read about Navigo Decouverte unlimited use weekly travel card, Navigo Jour unlimited ride day pass and the new Navigo Easy preloaded Paris transit ticket card introduced on June 12, 2019 and Navigo passes on mobile phone apps .

Other Paris Metro Tickets

• Paris RER Ticket (officially known as a Billet Origine-Destination or Billet Ile-de-France )
• Paris Ticket Mobilis – discontinued Jan. 4, 2024 – unlimited use day ticket/pass for zones selected (1-3 or 1-5)
• Ticket Jeunes Weekend – unlimited use Paris day ticket/pass for under 26 years old (25 or younger), usable only on Saturday or Sunday, for zones selected (1-5)
• Paris Visite – unlimited, multi-day, variable-zone ticket/pass
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Best ways to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to the Paris city center

Paris is one of Europe's most popular and most-visited cities, and for good reason. However getting into the city center from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) can be tricky to navigate if you've never done it before.

Luckily the airport is fairly well connected and has a dizzying array of options to get you from A to B.

TPG has taken a look at your best options whether you're looking to take a train, bus or taxi.

Related: Paris Charles de Gaulle vs. Orly: Which airport should you fly into?

How to get to the city center from Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport

There are several different ways to get from CDG to the city center, such as by using trains, buses, taxis or ride-hailing services such as Uber.

Taking the train from CDG

CDG has two train stations: the Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 1, which serves Terminals 1 and 3, and the Aeroport Charles de Gaulle 2 TGV, which serves Terminal 2. Both are served by TGV and RER B trains, and both are great options depending on which Paris train station you need to reach.

Generally speaking, a one-way ticket from CDG to the city center should cost up to 11.80 euros ($12.81) for adults, depending on your final destination. Children under 5 travel for free.

Here's how to get from CDG to each of Paris' main train stations.

CDG to Gare du Nord

It takes around 25 minutes to go from CDG to Gare du Nord train station. To get there, you must take the RER B train toward Chatelet and exit at Gare du Nord, where you can also catch the Eurostar to further European destinations.

CDG to Gare de l'Est

To reach Gare de l'Est, you'll need to hop on the RER B from Aeroport Charles de Gaulle and exit at Gare du Nord; from there, you'll need to take a short walk over to Gare de l'Est. The journey takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the walking pace from Gare du Nord.

CDG to Gare d'Austerlitz

From CDG, you'll need to take the RER B train heading to Chatelet and then change at Gare du Nord onto line 5, headed for Place d'Italie. Then, get off at Gare d'Austerlitz. The journey should take around 50 minutes.

CDG to Gare Saint Lazare

You can reach Gare Saint Lazare by using the RER B train headed for Chatelet. You'll then want to change at Gare du Nord/Magenta and take the RER E going to Haussmann-Saint Lazare, getting off at Saint Lazare. The journey will take around 50 minutes.

CDG to Gare Montparnasse

Hop on the RER line B train heading to Saint-Remy-les-Chevreuse and get off at Saint-Michel Notre-Dame. From there, change onto Metro line 4, go to Bagneux-Lucie Aubrac and hop off at Montparnasse.

Taking the bus from CDG

Charles de Gaulle has RoissyBusy bus stops that can be found at terminals 1, 2 and 3, with several dropoff points in Paris. You can get a direct service straight to Opera. From there you can change to another bus or a Metro service to your final destination. It's roughly an hourlong journey; buses run frequently during the day and every 20 to 30 minutes after 8 p.m.

Take a taxi or ride-hail from CDG

Booking a taxi or a ride-hailing service like Uber is probably the quickest and easiest way to get from CDG to the center of Paris. You'll find taxis waiting outside all three terminals.

Taxis should be charged at a flat rate of 55 euros ($59.70) to the Right Bank of Paris and 62 euros ($67.29) to the Left Bank. You may be charged extra if you're traveling with more than four people and need a bigger vehicle.

How to reach Disneyland Paris from CDG

If you're heading to Paris specifically to visit Disneyland Paris , you can get there surprisingly quickly from CDG. The TGV train from the airport will take you straight to Disneyland in just nine minutes. Buses, including the Magical Shuttle and Eurolines, also depart from Terminal 2 E-F. This journey, similar to hopping in a cab, will take around one hour.

Bottom line

If you're flying into Charles de Gaulle, there are numerous ways to reach the city center (or Disneyland). Each has its merits depending on your budget and timing.

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Disneyland Paris Ticket Prices 2023

Planning a trip to Europe’s only Disney destination? We’ve got all the details on Disneyland Paris ticket prices for 2023, including vacation packages and resort offers.

Before you can start packing your luggage for a trip to Disneyland Paris , you’ll want to make sure you have the most crucial piece of your vacation planned: theme park tickets. The price of tickets for Disneyland Paris’s two theme parks varies, and depending on the time of year you plan to visit, it can alter your overall budget.

So, what are Disneyland Paris ticket prices right now? For 2023, Disneyland Paris ticket prices start at $66 per person and max out at $154 .

However, these prices can vary depending on the ticket type you choose and – if you plan to visit for multiple days – your entire vacation package. And it’s also important to note that ticket prices do depend on whether you’re visiting in a peak or non-peak season, too.

Base ticket prices for Disneyland Paris do also vary depending on the age of the Guest. Children ages 3 to 11 years old are cheaper than adult Guests (age 12 and up). However, Guests under 3 years old don’t need a ticket .

Important: Just because you purchase Disneyland Park or Walt Disney Studios Park tickets for your visit to Disneyland Paris does not mean you can get into the park you’re planning to visit. Depending on your ticket type, you may need to register online to ensure admission to the theme parks on the date of your visit. Make sure to check the details of your tickets to see if registration is required before you arrive.

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We express ticket prices for Disneyland Paris as a range ($66 to $154) because the cost of an individual ticket can fluctuate by day and by season. While Disney advertises that single-day tickets start at $66, many days (in fact, most days) start higher.

While this has always been Disney’s MO, it’s important to note that 2023 Disneyland Paris price hikes tend to be steeper for those who purchase tickets only. Bundling tickets into a multi-day visit, or purchasing a hotel and ticket vacation package, typically offers the lowest prices and most value.

Prices can increase throughout the year, too. Disney often raises theme park ticket prices annually – and the cost of other purchases, like food and theme park shuttles, has also increased in recent years. For example, prices at Disneyland Paris restaurants increased noticeably in November 2022.

So, by planning and purchasing your theme park tickets in advance, you can potentially avoid any unexpected price increases that may occur before your trip.

How Far in Advance Can You Buy Disneyland Paris Tickets?

You can purchase your Disneyland Park or Walt Disney Studios Park tickets well in advance of when you’re planning to visit in 2023. Typically, you can purchase tickets up to eight months in advance .

For example, on August 1, 2023, you can purchase tickets through April 1, 2024. Throughout the year, increasingly more dates into the future open up. It’s best to start looking around the eight-month mark if you’re hoping to look at ticket tiers and prices (and see what dates are available within your budget). 

Remember, you’ll either need to purchase dated tickets for specific dates or purchase undated tickets and then register those tickets online for your chosen dates. Want to check theme park availability before you purchase? You can do so right on the Disneyland Paris website . 

Buying your tickets for Disneyland Park or Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris can be done online. In fact, only a select number of ticket types are available to purchase in-person at the parks – so make sure to handle your tickets online before arriving!

There are two types of tickets for Disneyland Paris theme parks:

• Dated tickets, which can be purchased for single or multi-day visits (up to 4 days)
• 1-Day undated tickets

Ticket prices for each type start at:

• $66.64 per adult for dated 1-4 day tickets
• $124.96 per adult for 1-Day undated tickets

You can choose to purchase a 1 Park ticket or a 2 Park ticket for either ticket type. 2 Park tickets tend to offer the most value, as you can easily park hop without spending additional money (and if you’re visiting for multiple days, you’ll see the best value with 2 Park tickets).

Disneyland Paris tickets are priced based on a color-coded system that corresponds to typical crowd levels and demand throughout the year. The most affordable dates are teal, while the most expensive dates are orange. As the colors on the spectrum get closer to orange, park tickets become increasingly more expensive. 

For example, a ticket for a less popular day of the week during a non-peak season, like a Tuesday in November, will be teal and cost about $76. An orange ticket on a weekend during the peak season in late October will run about $109.

Fortunately, the park you choose to visit doesn’t directly impact the cost of your ticket . As long as you’re purchasing a 2-Park ticket, the price is generally more affordable than a 1-Park ticket.

If you’re planning to stay on-property during your visit to Disneyland Paris, you can book both your hotel room and your theme park tickets together in a single package. This approach can help add value and even potentially save you a bit of money on tickets, especially if you’re planning to spend two days or more in the theme parks.

With a ticket and hotel packages, you’ll enjoy:

• Unlimited access to both Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park
• A room at a Disney-themed hotel close to the parks
• Extra Magic Time (so you can start your day at the parks before they open)
• Hotel-exclusive experiences (like character encounters)

The price of a hotel and ticket package for Disneyland Paris varies , depending on how many nights you plan to spend, the level of hotel you choose (from 2-star to 5-star), and the time of year you visit. 

During non-peak seasons, such as January, hotel and ticket package prices can start as low as $597 total for a 3 day/2 night stay at Disney Hotel Santa Fe, a 2-star hotel. During peak seasons, such as the week of Christmas, the same reservation starts at $1,074.

Disneyland Paris Ticket Prices 2023: Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about the cost of your trip to Europe’s sole Disney destination? Wondering where you might be able to find savings? Browse these frequently asked questions about Disneyland Paris tickets while planning your trip.

How much do Disneyland tickets cost in Paris?

Ticket prices for both Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris vary, and the price changes depending on the time of year, demand for tickets, and the type of ticket you’d like to purchase. Prices start at around $66 per person for adults.

What is the cheapest month to go to Disneyland Paris?

Crowds tend to diminish at Disneyland Paris when the weather cools down – and when there are fewer crowds, ticket prices also tend to decrease. You’ll be able to find the cheapest tickets of the year in January. Another cheap time of year to visit is November.

Is one day in Disneyland Paris enough?

Disneyland Paris does feature fewer theme parks than Walt Disney World in Orlando, but it’s certainly not a one-day destination! You could spend just one day in either Disneyland Park or Walt Disney Studios Park, so we’d suggest doing a multi-day trip so you can take your time to experience all these two theme parks (and the larger resort) have to offer.

The post Disneyland Paris Ticket Prices 2023 appeared first on WDW Magazine .

New tickets for Paris 2024 to go on sale on 17 April

Still not got your tickets for Paris 2024 ? You'll soon have your chance.

More than 250,000 new tickets for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will go on sale on Wednesday 17 April at 10 am CEST. It's one of the last opportunities to get your tickets to see the stars of the Games in action, which could include Léon Marchand , Teddy Riner , Simone Biles , Noah Lyles , Sha'Carri Richardson and Lebron James .

To celebrate 100 Days to Go to the Olympic Opening Ceremony, Paris 2024 will release more tickets on the official ticketing website - tickets.paris2024.org . This release will be exceptional in terms of both its scale and the diversity of the tickets on offer.

Tickets for all the sports on the programme and for all the sessions will be on sale. This will be the last ticket sale before the Games for all the Olympic sports (31 sports out of the 32 on the Paris 2024 programme, as surfing will not be ticketed).

Half of these new tickets will be sold for €100 or less

On Wednesday 17 April, sports that were "sold out" will once again be available for sale. More than half of these 250,000 new tickets will be offered for sale at €100 or less. And among them, almost 20,000 tickets for €24.

Discover just some of the options available in the new Paris 2024 ticket sale

9,000 new tickets will go on sale for the equestrian events in the gardens of the Château de Versailles, from €24 to €420 , including the Individual Show Jumping final, from €100, and the Dressage medal session, from €85.

15,000 for swimming at the Paris La Défense Arena in Nanterre, from €24 to €980 , including the 400m medley heats which could feature Léon Marchand, on 28 July, from €24, or his final (if he qualifies), also on 28 July, in the evening, from €85.

10,000 for artistic gymnastics at the Arena Bercy, from €24 to €690 , including the women's all-round final on 1 August, in which the American Simone Biles or Mélanie de Jesus Dos Santos could compete, from €125.

Several thousand tickets for athletics at the Stade de France, from €24 to €980 , including the evening of 5 August, when Armand Duplantis could win his 2nd Olympic title in the pole vault final, from €85.

35,000 for beach volleyball at the Tour Eiffel stadium, from €24 to €420

12,000 for tennis at Roland-Garros, from €24 to €420

2,000 for judo at the Arena Champ-de-Mars (currently known as the Grand Palais Ephémère), from €24 to €380, including Teddy Riner's final session (if he secures a quota), from €275, Clarisse Agbegnenou 's final session (if she secures a quota), from €245, and the final session of the team event, from €275.

2,000 for cycling track at the Vélodrome de Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines, from €24 to €380

12,000 for table tennis at the Arena Paris Sud (Porte de Versailles), from €24 to €280 , to potentially see the top ranked men’s players Chuqin Wang and Zhendong Fan from People's Republic of China, from €45 to €120.

Finally, new tickets for the ceremonies will go on sale, notably for the Opening Ceremony on the Seine on 26 July, starting at €90, and for the Closing Ceremony of the Olympic Games at the Stade de France, starting at €250.

See the French football teams from €30

At the same time, new tickets for team sports, and in particular for provincial football matches, will also go on sale in all price categories. All group matches for the French men's and women's football teams will be available from €30.

The French men's team

• France v United States - Wednesday 24 July, 9pm in Marseille, from €30
• France / Winner of the play-off between Guinea and a nation from the Asian continent - Saturday 27 July, 9pm in Nice, from €30
• France v New Zealand - Tuesday 30 July, 7pm in Marseille, from €30

The French women's team

• France v Colombia - Thursday 25 July, 9pm in Lyon, from €30
• France v Canada - Sunday 28 July, 9pm at Saint-Etienne, from €30
• France v New Zealand - Wednesday 31 July, 9pm in Lyon, from €30

Other prestigious meetings are already available from €24

• Men's tournament - Argentina v Morocco - Wednesday 24 July at 3pm, Saint-Etienne, from €24
• Women's tournament - USA / Germany - Sunday 28 July at 9pm, in Marseille, from €24
• Women's tournament - Brazil / Spain - Wednesday 31 July at 5pm, Bordeaux, from €24
• All men's and women's quarter-finals, in Lyon, Bordeaux, Nantes and Marseille, from €30

Watch the basketball live - All France and USA matches available again in Lille

Around 60,000 tickets will be available from 10am on 17 April to watch the group matches of the French men's and women's teams in Lille. You may be able to see the phenomenal Victor Wembanyama with the French team or the performances of the USA Dream Team and its global stars, from €50, including the clash between the USA and Serbia.

France / Winner of the TQO in Latvia - Saturday 27 July at 5.15pm, from €50

France v Japan - Tuesday 30 July at 5.15pm, from €50

France v Germany - Friday 2 August at 9pm, from €50

• France v Canada - Monday 29 July at 5.15pm, from €50
• France v Nigeria - Thursday 1 August at 5.15pm, from €50
• France v Australia - Sunday 4 August at 9pm, from €50

The US men's team

• USA v Serbia - Sunday 28 July at 5.15pm, from €50
• USA / South Sudan - Wednesday 31 July at 9pm, from €50
• United States / Winner of the Puerto Rico TQO - Saturday 3 August at 5.15pm, from €50

The US women's team

• USA v Japan - Monday 29 July at 9pm, from €50
• USA v Belgium - Thursday 1 August, 9pm, from €50
• USA v Germany - Sunday 4 August at 5.15pm, from €50

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