Free (or Cheap) Things to do in Paris

[@JaySwanson]

I've put links to everything I mentioned (and a bunch of stuff I forgot) in the description. Basically you can't run out of free stuff to do in Paris.

[@jessicacastillo3487]

Jay Swanson how cold was it when you shot this video and was it in March? (Date of video upload) We’re thinking about going late November. Wondering what weather is really like? Get a lot of conflicting info online 😊 LOVE your videos! Was totally afraid about taking the metro... not so much anymore! 👏🏽

[@sivapc]

I like Jay explaining about basic things like clipboard scam and metro fare although he has done it in the past. Helpful for first time viewers of this great vlog

[@JaySwanson]

=D

[@sivapc]

I'll be in Paris in 2 weeks, hope to get a glimpse of you filming somewhere bro

[@WarexHousexMusic1]

Thank you for satisfying our curiosity and letting us see the inside of a public bathroom

[@noellemarchand7444]

Transportation: Weekly Navigo cards. Go to the window, "Parlez vouz anglaise?", hope the answer is yes (unless you speak French--then skip this part), hand over 22.80€, and you got a pass. At least, if it's Thursday. It's good from Sunday midnight to Sunday midnight. 75.20€ for the whole month, which is what I did since I'm here longer. You will need a photo, which is 5€ Food: Avoid the tourist areas, or rent an AirBnB with a kitchen, or live off of food from bakeries. Lots of yummies.

[@JaySwanson]

Yeah, I'm pretty anti-hotel personally

The most amazing view I had of Paris was from Sacre Cour, it was kind of a cloudy day, but for a few minutes the sun came out, just before the sunset. That was unforgettable! The view of the Tour Eiffel, the Arc de Triomphe... It was beautiful! Hoping to come back soon!

[@JaySwanson]

Glad you had a great time! I have yet to take in that view - holding off on it for a bit longer =)

[@gasparddelaforce2764]

Might be odd but the Père Lachaise cemetery is a very interesting place for a walk. Thanks Jay

[@bleumarin1968]

The Montparnasse cemetery is interesting as well.

[@JaySwanson]

Ah yeah! I forgot Pere Lachaise, Coulee Verte, and the free Sundays at the museums - dangit

[@marisol_realtor]

Mexican dictator Porfirio Diaz is resting at Montparnasse cemetery

[@jainthorne4136]

@@marisol_realtor Is he resting or really just dead? :)

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

chopin, rossini, and many artists and important figures are buried there. some of the tombs are really fucking big.

[@tabithageorge6901]

Thanks Jay!! I am leaving in 3 weeks for Paris and all your videos have been amazingly helpful. I cannot wait to get lost in the city!

[@scdnj]

In Paris if you are less than 26 and have EU passport you can visit most main sights for free include the Louvre and all other public museums.

[@lucylopez5572]

Kushio really?

[@Insaneronald]

Yes and it's not only EU passport it's EU residency so if you live there as student (not tourist) you can get it as well

Great Video, Jay. One addition: In museums run by the City of Paris (not the national museums though) the permanent exhibitions usually are for free, e.g. the Musée d'art Moderne in the Palais de Tokyo. - Musée d'Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris - Maison de Balzac (hors période d'exposition) - Musée Bourdelle (seulement en partie en temps d'exposition) - Musée Carnavalet - Histoire de Paris - Musée Cernuschi - Musée des Arts asiatiques de la Ville de Paris - Musée Cognacq-Jay - Musée du XVIIIe siècle de la Ville de Paris (seulement en partie en temps d'exposition) - Musée du général Leclerc de Hauteclocque et de la Libération de Paris - Musée Jean Moulin - Petit Palais - Musée des Beaux-Arts de la Ville de Paris - Musée de la Vie romantique - Maison de Victor Hugo à Paris - Musée Zadkine (seulement en partie en temps d'exposition)

[@JaySwanson]

Great stuff 😀

[@penelopepitstop762]

Too cold to picnic - unless you're Canadian... LOL love it!

[@maureenlinglephotography2538]

Jay, you just precisely encapsulated the way I explore a city! Seeing a spire in the distance and while finding your way toward it stumble upon some other seriously cool/interesting spots. Thanks for your insights...I'm on my way to Paris for the 2nd time and was looking for some inspiration :-)

[@JaySwanson]

I hope you have fun while you're here!

[@jessicabrown1377]

Jay! I leave for Paris on Friday and get in Saturday at 11am. My first time! And my first time in Europe (only second time out of the US). So as you can imagine, I'm very excited. I didn't know where to begin, and stumbled upon your videos. They are helping me tremendously, and in addition are so entertaining. Thank you!

[@JaySwanson]

I'm so glad they've been so helpful! I hope you have a blast while you're here!

[@pinkbumblebee22]

Thanks Jay! This is a video I'll be referring back to when I get a chance to visit Paris. 😊

[@JaySwanson]

Great!

[@themaxx7000]

Thanks for the tip about the outside toilets.

[@JaySwanson]

👍 🚽

[@nicoletaylor9846]

On point! Glad you showed the view from Galeries Lafayette! I've been going to Paris yearly since 2007 and have never stepped foot inside until this past November. I was shocked by the view. Looking forward to going back during the warmer months to maybe enjoy a drink with the view!

[@JaySwanson]

Try Printemps out next time for a little switcheroo ;D

[@TeddyAura]

Musée Carnavalet, Musée d'Art Modern de la Ville de Paris, Petit Palais, Musée Cognac-Jay, Musée de la Vie Romantique, just to mention a few. There are few art galleries that are open to the public to see. Having a small picnic seated in front Canal St. Martin. So much to see for free.

[@JaySwanson]

TONS 😄

[@narlyjensen]

Woah that transition at 3:23 tho. Trippy

[@JaySwanson]

just trying to blow minds ;D

[@historianlaura]

Free loos behind notre dame in the park. The street loos are really clean these days I have traumatic memories of those filthy dirty loos. Of course first sunday of the month free entry to the major museums

[@tulipwindmill]

I remember my first time in France in the early 1990's.I went to the loo in a roadside bar.I had been told about the !hole in the floor" at school,figured that they would be modern by then.Nope! I was wearing an all in one short playsuit thing,not easy!

[@JaySwanson]

There are still some holes in floors around - always blows my mind when I find one (which is rarely now thankfully)

[@historianlaura]

tulipwindmill childhood memories of dungeree straps getting wet, lost sunglasses in the hole of doom and refusing to drink anything all day in the summer so I did not have to use them ~ I request we got a caravan to be pulled behind the car for toileting ~ i was told at 6 yrs old that was not getting into the french experience of the holiday.

[@tulipwindmill]

Pmsl!

[@gbiol]

I'm obsessed with your videos! They are helping me a lot to plan my trip to paris! ;D

[@JaySwanson]

Happy to be of help! I just released a guide to the city as well if you need more info in a more condensed format: bit.ly/ParisVloggersGuide - And I hope the rest of my videos are helpful as well =D

[@chandlerscott6745]

You’re videos are great Jay! I’m going to Paris this summer and watching your videos have definitely helped me become less nervous for my trip! Maybe I’ll see ya when I’m there!

[@JaySwanson]

😎👍

[@MarySmith-df9sn]

Job well done today... it’s my favorite of yours so far. Anna and I are tying to figure out how in 6 trips to Paris we missed the top of Galleries Lafayette. My hubby keeps asking why we keep going back to Paris instead of someplace new. My usual answer is we still haven’t seen everything there is to see - I can’t wait to see more!

[@JaySwanson]

There is always SO much more to see =D

[@JakeAbdinoor]

Just found your channel and super enjoy your content. Fellow KZbinr/expat/vlogger over in Taiwan! After 3 years here, I just decided I'm moving back to Paris in October. Watching your content is giving me all those French feels!!! Thanks man. I'll try to connect with you this Fall when I'm in the city. Cheers!

[@JaySwanson]

I'm glad you're enjoying them! I hope things wrap up well for you there and that the transition goes well =D

[@JakeAbdinoor]

Thanks man! I'll be sure to come to a meet up and say hey in a few months

[@Likethenlove]

My husband and I travel a lot and our #1 tip to family and friends is to make sure you walk. We often get questions about transportation and we tell them to not worry about taxi fees, just walk!!! We’ve run into great scenery,shops, and eateries that way 😀

[@JaySwanson]

As the great Rihanna once sang: Walk walk walk walk walk walk.

[@nguyennguyendinhkhoi1335]

9:53 free view wow. Does Galeries Lafayette mall allow to go see the view at night?

[@JaySwanson]

Free yes, but I don't think they stay open late enough in the summer. In winter though 👍

[@alexandria1187]

Loved the video today. Makes me wanna go back ASAP!

[@JaySwanson]

It's always worth it!

[@TinaLoi]

Watched three of your videos now and must say: You're funny! You probably can do stand up!

[@JaySwanson]

=D

[@raweeploy]

Great vdo, i will visit France this December 2019 alone, so this is usefull for me, thnx for upload.

[@MrBirdieZ]

Get a one day or one week transportation ticket and keep walking non stop during your visit. I’m sure it worth every pennies and effort.

[@lukeecle117]

Hi Jay, what do you do for a living ? Are you full-time youtuber ?

[@JaySwanson]

Yep!

[@sherrikins3557]

My daughter is in Paris right now and we saw your video she did too. Really nice. She's going to stay for another week I believe you know hostels and stuff.

[@JaySwanson]

Sweet! I hope she has a blast!

[@sandeepmates]

Thanks jay I like the format, I was there this week , wish I could meet you last week as I filmed, some places with my dslr and iPhone ,to learn and cover more places. . But I know you are busy. I will share what I filmed please do comment to improve on them. Thanks once again for information about Paris.

[@JaySwanson]

I'm glad you had a good time!

[@sandeepmates]

🙏

[@iswish_41]

Not sure if possible but can you make a short video on how to have or buy a sim card for cell usage in France when traveling from the US? What provider you recommend etc.

[@JaySwanson]

It's changed a lot, but Orange has the best deal I'm aware of for tourists

[@mytod2790]

Great ideas even for people visiting for the umpteenth time! In September we always wander down to Quai St.Bernard to watch the rock 'n roll or Tango dancing - all for free and even better with some cheese and wine as the sun sets and the Seine reflects the lights of the boats going up and down.

[@JaySwanson]

It's not hard to find ways to pass the time around here =D

[@JeffBeltran]

I like this format, you should do more

[@JaySwanson]

Planning on it 😎

[@leticiameyer9521]

Hello!! I love all your videos and also love to travel! Your videos are very informative. I plan on going to Paris this summer! Sometime in June There’s a lot I’d like to do in like 4 or 5 days!

[@JaySwanson]

I'm glad to hear that! I hope you have a blast!

[@leighmetzler7565]

Petite Palais is free except for the special exhibits. Carnavalet (history museum) is free. 1st Sunday of every month the museums are free. I went to the Musee d’Orsay for free. Apparently, you can see the Monet exhibit at the L’Orangerie for free. The Palais Royal, Tuileries, Jardin de Luxembourg are all free. Jay should do a summer version. Consider a picnic on the Seine. The bateau mouche can be cheap. I’m spending a month in Paris between the closing of my houses. I’ve become a fan of Jay’s. Paris is not crowded post Covid. Deal on lodging May still be available. The cost difference between an AirBnB in California vs. Paris for a month, covered the plane ticket in coach. For inexpensive food, try a boulangerie/bakery. You may find sandwiches, quiche, pizza and of course pastry. They are open when the restaurants may not be serving lunch. Another American writer in Paris.

[@yaowsers77]

OMG I'm totally guilty of seeing something in the distance and wanting to go find out what it is! Haha my friend and I wandered our way to the Oculus and world trade memorial on NYC and I noticed this cage looking rooftop in the distance. Come to find out it's a mall at battery park near the ferry for the statue of liberty. Really cool!

[@JaySwanson]

Always fun to follow that exploratory spirit!

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

Le Palais Royal is also a really cool FREE underrated spot. you gotta go from the side to get into the courtyard and garden (where there's a beautiful permanent installation with lots of black and white pillars of different height).

[@quigonjim8364]

Likes about European cities: getting lost while discovering interesting places Dislikes about European cities: the scammers and pickpockets

[@JaySwanson]

The pickpocketing thing is way worse here for sure

[@evs251]

Like every european city is the same...

Why no one arrest these people?

[@Sofia-vo2no]

@@JaySwanson my sister bought me an anti theft backpack. The sipper is on the "inside". Really great

[@henryarmstrong9152]

enjoyed the honesty, will be there in September

[@travelnextworld]

Good tips man! we took some of them to implement them in our video guide to paris!

[@jp6548]

So cold, what month was this recorded?

[@pathallam986]

There are apparently some amazing courtyards behind the big doors facing the streets. Never tried it myself but supposedly these doors are often unlocked during working hours (to let work and delivery men in?) and you can push them open & see some beautiful oases in the city. And if you are into fashion Galeries Lafayette and Printemps are brilliant for browsing & pretending you can afford that Chanel dress.

[@JaySwanson]

There are some absurdly overpriced pieces of cloth in that store.

[@tulipwindmill]

Great vlog,thanks Jay! I have a print of the Opera and Cafe de la Paix,think its early 20th century, with horse drawn carriages and a flower seller in front of the Cafe,people all over the street.Can't do that now pmsl!

[@JaySwanson]

That's pretty cool. We'll get back to people all over the streets as they get rid of more cars I hope =D

[@tulipwindmill]

I hope so too.When you see the footage of that junction now,its chaos,cars everywhere!

[@carlacostamagna]

All the galleries in Place de Vosges and Victor Hugo’s house are free to go in.

[@noellemarchand7444]

I went to Hugo's house yesterday. Pretty cool! There is a temporary exhibit that has a cost, and that confused some people yesterday.

[@JaySwanson]

Most galleries are free - I should have mentioned that too!

[@scottjones462]

Fun easy blog today thanks! My favorite days in Paris are wanderings, head out with no plan and explore. Paris is a city to experience in real time not by list of must see’s!

[@JaySwanson]

It's always worth a good wander =)

[@VanMaiTai]

Thanks for the tips!! We are officially going in October and I'm signing up for the 20k de Paris. I figured it'd be a great way to see a little bit of Paris during a race.

[@JaySwanson]

At least the first portion of the race! 😃

[@VanMaiTai]

Yeah, it ain't no Paris marathon but it'll do for the time I'm there. This is a dream > goal > reality for me. Run races in foreign countries and this will be my first destination race. I made the mistake of not thinking about this last year when i visited some other European countries. Not making that mistake again!!

[@rolandcassar75]

The church next to the Panthéon is not Sainte Geneviève, it's Saint Étienne du Mont. But you are right, it's a great one. The Panthéon was originally designed to be Sainte Geneviève's church, but then the French Revolution came along and it was turned into a Temple to the great men (and very very much later the great women) of France. If you absolutely want to find a church in honour of Sainte Geneviève, there's Sainte Geneviève des grandes carrières in the 18th Arrondissement or Sainte Geneviève d'Auteuil in the 16th.

[@JaySwanson]

Yeah, slip of the tongue - whoops! I wander into it in the latest live stroll if you're jonesing to see it =) kzbin.info/www/bejne/rInYknuQpJZpoZo

[@JulietteWilliams]

Is the Pompidou still free? I spent so much time there in the early 1990s.

[@JaySwanson]

If you're under 26 yes, but otherwise you have to pay :/

[@Saturnea]

Awesome video, thanks! Between 6:02 and 6:03 the editing skipped over the doors of the apartment we'll be staying at lol. Enjoy your weekend.

[@JaySwanson]

Not a bad spot to wind up!

[@markotter2707]

Love free stuff! What is that tower with the scaffolding at 8:29?

[@JaySwanson]

St Gervais

[@markotter2707]

@@JaySwanson Merci! I couldn't tell the scale and thought it was taller. I read there is a big push back against the proposed 6 new skyscrapers planned for Paris. Montparnasse Tower is the only one now, correct?

[@Sonny0276]

Great Video. Thank you for posting.

[@JaySwanson]

My pleasure!

[@OMGmynameisLILI]

This is my first video I see of you and Oh my god! I love the way you explain things, your edit! Man, Im a new suscribed for sure

[@donaghmore1967]

04:10 LOUVRE: Free admission on the first Saturday of each month from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. www.louvre.fr/en/homepage

[@noellemarchand7444]

Compared to where I live in the US (Vancouver, Washington, right by Portland), the prices here in Paris (where I am right now, working on a visa) are, overall, surprisingly inexpensive. Apples cost more at 2.99 per kg, about $3.60, (2.2 pounds), but just about everything else is less. The preserves I use at home, the exact brand and fruit type, is 1.63, about $1.85, compared to the $5.99 I pay in Washington at Fred Meyer. Rent is also not at all expensive compared to where I live. I'm so floored by how inexpensive things are here compared to what I'm used to.

[@JaySwanson]

I didn't realize Vancouver had gotten so expensive - time to live it up in Paris! =D

[@noellemarchand7444]

You don't even want to know how much rent is in the area. You can easily pay $1,650 for a 1br in Portland, or more, and up to a grand to rent a bedroom, and that's started pushing people into Vancouver. My house's value has gone up nearly $100,000 in the two years since I bought it due to the exodus of people from Portland. The last time I went to a Whole Foods in Seattle, a lot of the prices were lower than Vancouver/Portland.

[@cmolodiets]

hum! her name is Noelle Marchand and she dare say Vancouver is in the U.S. .Tabarnak!

[@noellemarchand7444]

Hey, genius, guess what? There can be multiple Vancouvers in this world.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vancouver,_Washington

[@bernadettejavier8184]

A lot of tourists even though it's freezing! Thanks for the tips, Jay!

[@JaySwanson]

There are always tourists around, one way or another =D

[@babygurl088]

Thank you for your videos... I love them so much. I've been watching non stop. Lol.. I've been to Europe before (it's been nearly a decade) and to France specifically, but never Paris and your videos have made me feel so comfortable in coming here! I'll be there in May with my bf, it'll be awesome to meet you! 😁🤗 take care =)

[@JaySwanson]

I'm glad they're helping you feel more comfortable in your trip! It's just another city - even if it's the prettiest city ;D - nothing to stress about =D

[@katiewilson9317]

Love your informational vlogs - You explain things so well! Can you tell me when the snow is usually gone in Paris? My husband and I are thinking of going the first week of April, but I hate the cold...any suggestions on when to go? Also, don't want to go during the summer because of the crowds!

[@JaySwanson]

There rarely is snow so I wouldn't worry too much (but the climate is changing obviously so I can't make any promises). May and September are my favorite times to visit Paris

[@Jakeu1701]

Has Notre Dame fully recovered?

[@mahleagrossman9144]

It's ok to drink a bottle of wine at the parks and by the river? Do they open the wine bottle at the store for you? If not is there a place to buy a corkscrew opener?

[@JaySwanson]

You should be able to buy corkscrews at most stores selling wine yeah. I'm not sure they'd open it for you though.

[@kingauggla24]

Jay Swanson they would! 😍🍷☺️

[@gypsyrubbertramps3487]

Perfect 👌All good 💡 ideas......good job once again! We will definitely be doing some of these free things...I will definitely be dodging the insanely expensive watches 😮😮😮😮😮

[@scionnole]

Much appreciated Jay! Heading to Paris in ten days and pumped to see what the city has to offer while saving as much dollars to euros as I can

[@JaySwanson]

I hope it helps!

[@tammyl.3436]

Wow you look so cold what month is this I'm going in November

[@Theenceecollection]

Tammy what week in November are you going? Looks like the weather is cold and rainy that month.

[@tammyl.3436]

@@Theenceecollection 8th-15th

[@MakY19P3rU]

Where is that at 1:20 view of the tower where is that!

[@JaySwanson]

Links in the description 😄

[@JaySwanson]

Boarding a flight so I can't double check sorry

[@javanutz1]

Great tour for those who haven't been there yet but hope to someday! I did a lot of walking. You get to see places or discover new ones. What was that park you sat in at the beginning of your vlog? Oh! And you didn't even say the word "stress" once!!! :) Bravo!

[@JaySwanson]

That was Trocadero - not a bad spot for a break. =)

[@carlacostamagna]

Check out all of the little passages in the city and tiny secret streets.

[@JustAnotherRoger]

Thank you for all your doing Jay. You really help us a lot that’s trying to research more about Paris before visiting. Thank you

[@mrsvoyage]

Snow and paris is a nono for me

[@artSFCA]

I love walking to get lost. However, EVERYTIME I get blisters on my feet!

[@jimmason8502]

As a Canadian it’s never too cold for a picnic.

[@JaySwanson]

😆

[@ximenaarevalo67]

What would you say the weather is like in Paris during February ?

[@JaySwanson]

Chilly =D

[@humstrumbangtwang]

Cool video. Based on this, I spent my time pretty wisely in Paris.

[@JaySwanson]

👍👍

[@amihana.m.2808]

is it fun to go windowshopping in Paris?

[@JaySwanson]

Oui

[@rcjordanii]

Jay, how about seeing the sights from public buses? Doesn't the (€1,90) ticket allow you a two hour ride (any routes) with many on/off stops?

[@JaySwanson]

As l'on as you pick à decent bus line ! Haha

[@NonStopParis]

Jay Swanson the 72 from Bir Hakeim to Chatelet!!!

[@JaySwanson]

Boom

[@cmolodiets]

You should rename your chanel "Broke in Paris"

[@JaySwanson]

It would be more accurate

[@juditmihalovits4641]

Just because Jay lives a simple life , doesn’t mean he’s broke 😳🤔

[@catherinecook9260]

Hi Jay, do you have a video of the Canal St Martens? Would you recommend?

[@paulgreenlee7123]

Of you get a chance, check out American giant and let us know your desire and size/color , he hoodie with zipper is like a super suit

[@JaySwanson]

👍👍

[@danielcruz8864]

Do you have links or a Spotify playlist with the songs you use in your videos?

[@JaySwanson]

I really should - the artists are easy to find though =D

[@kimmason8373]

Are you still in Paris, as it is 2021

[@johna3113]

I can wait to see the churches

[@JaySwanson]

You're welcome! I think they're temporarily at Hotel de Ville

[@lh1678]

What month was this? We are going in November, Is it going to be like that in November?

[@sarahbannon4752]

Fantastic vlog, you’ve made me add lots more things onto my itinerary for my trip in April! I’m staying near the Gallerie Lafayette, so I’ll definitely check out the view from the top, I’ll probably skip buying a watch though (300,000 euros?! 😳, that’s a house on your wrist!) Could you tell me where you were to get that great view of the Eiffel Tower? You were in a black and white paved square with gold statues?

[@JaySwanson]

Trocadero - it's the most famous view of the tower (and linked in the description)

[@JaySwanson]

And if you do decide to buy one of those watches, be sure to pick one up for me ;D

[@sarahbannon4752]

Jay Swanson Thanks!

[@ericcarlson3746]

There WAS (maybe still is) a free tour of Hotel de Ville There are a handful of free museums and of course "free days"

[@JaySwanson]

All good stuff! =D

[@adeleelzinga]

Brilliant vid. Thanks 👍🏻

[@JaySwanson]

My pleasure!

[@Rahulkumar-xh3ng]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful, much awaited vlog :) I will be in Paris on 4th April, what weather to expect? I guess it will be chilly but hoping to be little warmer in day time? P.S- Did I heard it right 300,000€ watch 🤩🤯🤑 What kind of time it tells 😬

[@JaySwanson]

I would ask the internet, not me, haha. I can barely guess at tomorrow's weather.

[@Rahulkumar-xh3ng]

Jay Swanson it’s just the excitement i guess, makes you ask crazy Questions haha

[@benjobenjo407]

Rahul kumar In April you can have very nice spring weather. 25°C. Or rainy days but it is nice too, people are more elegant. But it is true that the climate is becoming more imprevisible than before

[@Rahulkumar-xh3ng]

Benjo Benjo thanks!

[@vidyasonavane9602]

😂.. it’s so infuriating that some people are so filthy rich.

[@pelegrino791]

Paris was so beautiful under a blanket of snow ...

[@JaySwanson]

So true

[@oswynkn]

look for buttons to push or a lever to crank to open the subway train doors, they arent automatic.

[@JaySwanson]

Depends on the line, but it's true for some

[@frankparent463]

Loved that Canadian reference eh?

[@JaySwanson]

🇨🇦

[@charlesblack1086]

Great video.

[@YazouYazi]

Beautiful!

[@JaySwanson]

😁

[@midlifeadventures1334]

COming to paris in June. Do you have any meet ups scheduled for then?

[@JaySwanson]

Not yet, but keep an eye out!

[@rafariver2882]

Im going in December and Ill I've read is negative feedback on how unsafe Paris is and Im concern mainly in the airport cause Ill have my carry on and my checked bag and take the metro is it really worth it?

[@JaySwanson]

Paris is great - if you look for negative reviews you'll find them (as with anything in life). And it is a big city with thieves like anywhere else, so you want to keep your wits about you and try to be as safe as possible. Pickpocketing definitely does happen. If you're feeling uncertain or unsafe, grab a taxi or an uber to get your luggage to your hotel quickly and then go out with less stuff in your hands. Millions of people visit the city every year and it's generally safe - I hope you have fun!

[@rafariver2882]

Thanks Jay!

[@tribemayamex]

you can walk around the Musée De L'Armée / Tomb Of Napoleon - Paris

[@JaySwanson]

Also true

[@KellyDurgan]

I feel like I'm on one of your bike tours. Do you think the Paris Pass (or tourist passes in general) is worth it?

[@JaySwanson]

From what I've heard yes, but it depends on how much you end up using the metro more than anything.

[@BeccatheBargainer]

Gonna share this video with my parents :) Thanks for all the great tips!

[@JaySwanson]

Hope it helps!

[@paulgreenlee7123]

Father Christmas opening!!!!

[@JaySwanson]

😂

[@anna188]

Hey I love your vlogs! I'm from California trying to live in Paris. Do you have any kind of meet ups you do? Would be nice to chat about how you where able to live here successfully.

[@JaySwanson]

We try to have at least one a month - not sure if there will be one this month in Paris or not (doing one in Amsterdam during VidCon) but keep your eye out on here, Twitter, and/or Instagram!

[@manuelmacias6093]

Where is that place he was at in the beginning of the video with the view of the Eiffel Tower?

[@ysomar]

Trocadero Gardens. I've read to arrive before 9a to get pictures without people around.

[@KibbitUpIt]

I enjoy coming back to your videos after a break :-)

[@JaySwanson]

I'm glad you're back!

[@tinadtuna]

Hey Jay, I'll be visiting back in Paris from 10 - 12 April. Will it be possible to vlog together? I did my first vlog there before and would love to show cool "free" things to do in paris for travelers like me. Let me know! Cheers!

[@JaySwanson]

Definitely keep an eye out for a meetup while you're here =D That's exciting that you're returning to your 'vlogging roots!' I hope you have a great time!

[@tinadtuna]

@@JaySwanson cool! hope to see ya!

[@sambonilla416]

Is there a cross walk leading to the Arch De Triomphe?

[@JaySwanson]

You go underground to get there - there's a tunnel that runs east to west beneath it (in line with the champs elysees)

[@sambonilla416]

Jay Swanson so in July that’s when the “sale” begin. Is that city wide? Even in the Gallery Lafayette?

[@JaySwanson]

The sales are national =)