How to AVOID Getting SCAMMED by TAXIS in Paris

Here are 10 TIPS to avoid common taxi scams & rip-offs in Paris
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[@solracer66]

I have to jump in here and give a good Paris taxi story. My wife and I were at Versailles 10 years ago and when we rented a rowboat she ended falling in the water when the guy didn't hold the boat to the dock when we got back. So rather than take the train back I approached a taxi driver in the line at the station to take us back. He quoted us an acceptable price and didn't complain at all that she was still a little damp. When we got back to the area of our hotel near the Canal St Martin he realized that the street direction had been reversed necessitating a longer drive so he could approach from the correct direction. He apologized profusely and when the meter hit the agreed upon price he reached over and shut it off. When we got to the hotel about 10 minutes later I paid the fare and then offered him a tip of around 10%. He flat out refused, even when I offered a second time and seemed quite embarrassed that he'd had to extend our journey that extra 10 minutes. So not all Paris taxi drivers are bad, some are fantastic! That said my wife had to stay overnight in Paris recently because she missed her connection and was scammed for her ride to the airport and was charged double the going rate. That probably wouldn't have happened if I had been there or I'd briefed her on the rules in Paris but as she wasn't planning to stop there I didn't do that. I'm off to Paris myself later this summer and you can bet I'll either take the train or use the official taxi stands!

[@rookieleader]

I’m French from around Paris and I still managed to be scammed myself… even knowing the basics. One key rule : always remain calm. As stated the driver can get aggressive and hence temper with your ability to defend yourself. Just remember the rules keep calm and refuse anything unusual. Recording with the phone is also a really good advise. I’ll recommend the video to my friends from abroad 😊

[@katherinemarsh784]

Je vais upset.

[@monainsandiego]

I needed this a couple weeks ago. A guy in the official Taxi zone was trying to charge us 85 euros for a trip between Gare Nord and Gare St Lazare. This was after being approached by all the Fake taxi drivers hanging out at the front of the station. A very nice woman told us the official Taxi stand was not at the front of the building and walked us to where we could see it. She also told off a couple guys that were hounding us. I think that was they only real problem we had in 21 days of European travel. When we got back from Normandy we saw the Taxi stand in front of the Hilton Hotel where the doorman was vetting the taxis. This driver told us 55 euros to the Holiday Inn Express on the airport property. He explained the small extra tariff for the very high traffic, explaining in limited English that when it rains in Paris everyone is driving if they have a car. So if you are exiting Gare St Lazare, turn left towards the Hilton. That’s my new hack. Doormen know who is legiit.

[@ptr1537]

Forget Taxis. Take an Uber. We did in Paris just fine. Better yet, take the Metro. Not hard to figure out where you need to go and so much more efficient and reasonable. Spend your money on the fun stuff, not the transportation.

[@puzinv.v.6111]

@@ptr1537I thought fun stuff is illegal in Paris , you got to go to Amsterdam or Praha

[@user-iy1vi7zz7z]

It is definitely possible to be scammed by a legit taxi driver. These types really seem to not care about losing their medallion as they would truly risk scamming the public for a few extra euro. Happened to us first time in decades in 2012 when a legit taxi driver pretended that we shortchanged him when we arrived at our destination.

[@Pascua_bunch]

When my family and I were at the Gare du Nord station the police asked us if we were looking for a taxi and escorted us to one. After watching this video, they were probably cracking down on taxi scams.

[@Pascua_bunch]

@@LesFrenchiesTravel It's nice that they do that. Felt much more safe with police presence around. Thanks for your informative videos. Love the content you two post!

[@eggheadegghead]

When the airport authority letting this happen, it is the problem….

[@Katnip-hn6zi]

Les Frenchies rock. Although in the past I have generally stuck to the Metro and my own two feet, I’m returning to Paris later this year and these are great tips to consider. Merci. ❤

[@alexandrelarsac9115]

At a taxi station you can choose your car. Not in an airport or train station where you must take the first in line.

[@karinbperrott747]

We were approached inside the train station and told 100 euros to our hotel. I said too high and was told 75 euros. Told the fellow it was still too high and we would go to the taxi stand. He actually told us it would take an hour in the taxi line. We had a cab in 5 minutes and the fare was 13 euros. This was our welcome to Paris!

[@lours6993]

Welcome to every major airport in the world then. Had this same hussle in NY, Vegas, Seattle, Philly; Melbourne; Sydney; London;……

[@darkphasex]

@@lours6993 then you haven't gone to Asian countries such as Japan, Singapore, Taiwan, etc

[@lours6993]

@@darkphasex Yes. 35 times in Asia. Plenty of scams there too, different in each country. In Japan it’s not scams but being trapped in mindless bureaucratic processes and no one taking initiative when things go wrong.

[@darkphasex]

@@lours6993I been to Japan many times; I never felt unsafe wherever I go.

[@lours6993]

@@darkphasex Never said it was “unsafe”in any of these cases, including my initial list. It’s about being hassled. In Japan, I get hassled by mindless processes that no one fixes when they break. And yes, been there 15 times.

[@davidtatsumi7081]

Hey...we actually met both of them at the train station! We recognized them and they came over to greet us. Such nice folks!!! We met celebrities in Paris. So jazzed!!! Made our day!

[@javidiaz7071]

This is super helpful video guys. I'm a big fan of The Frenchies now. Thanks

[@Spacecorgi]

First time I had my family with me in Paris a guy kept pestering my dad to hire his taxi while we were still in CDG. My dad kept politely trying to decline but the dude kept going, so I just walked between them and said desolee, merci mais non. He yelled ni hao at us when as we left. Great way to introduce my fam to the city lol

[@Matthew.Pequegnat]

Great advice from Les Frenchies once again, listen to them! I've found over the decades going to Paris, that a private hired car is easiest experience, but the taxi is also easy to use, the RER (light rail) is probably best option at or near rush hour as Paris traffic is horrible and getting worse. Les Frenchies have a video on using the RER/Metro and it is a must watch that explains the process in detail.

[@slickshoes18]

Thanks for your channel. We go to Paris/France for the very first time from Australia and i am turning 50. Your shows have brought so much comfort and wisdom on how we should travel in France

[@sarah-phillips]

This is SUCH important information! I knew some of this but I learned tons of new information. There are so many people traveling for the first time and getting scammed the second they come out of the airport and that's what they come away with.

[@anniebowen1]

Thanks for this excellent vlog - so detailed and helpful. You put so much into your videos. Top class! 👍✨

[@meimoran5223]

Incredibly helpful video as always!!!!! You're absolutely the best travel vloggers there is!

[@mintruth]

I absolutely ADORE the VIDEOS you 2 MAKE!!! PLEASE keep MAKING these!!!

[@sanjulienne]

You guys are terrific, thorough, VERY helpful and friendly! Merci beaucoup et passez un excellent week-end!

[@ZachandhisMovies]

Merci! Thank you very much for positing this very helpful and important video and for all of your posts!

[@debb1137]

This is such an awesome video! I live here, and I didn't even know most of this stuff! It's no wonder that your channel has grown so fast. Keep up the great work!

[@nannersnightingale2056]

We just came from our first Paris trip last week and I must say that following your youtube channel has been very helpful to us. I learned a few useful French sentences from you guys and tips on the best places to get a good view of the city. Paris has a rich history and a beautiful city. Thank you.

[@heidibeechuk9203]

Great information and so detailed! Love your channel.

[@Cindypisces]

Love this and so helpful. Thank youu for this

[@gabrielaroca8366]

Your videos are so incredibly helpful!!!! Please, keep,posting such useful info about Paris.

[@janetlevite3882]

Thanks SO much for this!

[@debbiewood3104]

As usual, you guys are so informative. Merci!

[@maciw456]

This happened to me at CDG before unfortunately and the second I sat in the car I felt uncomfortable and got out and demanded that they return my luggage and walked away. I’m lucky I didn’t get kidnapped

[@xx-uz2kz]

Taken

[@maciw456]

@@AL-qj9yh they weren’t though, looked middle eastern but I’m not 100% sure

[@Nina-oi1qk]

Downloaded the G7 app for our trip to Paris next week! thank you for your tips , so helpful!

[@sylviamatthee8172]

Thank you very much. Very helpful!

[@LizzieLeiding]

Très bien! This has to be the most engaging and helpful video on taxis anywhere. Merci beaucoup :)

[@Catherine.B.]

You guys are awesome. Thank you 💛

[@bananaabong]

This was SUPER helpful and valuable - THANK YOU!

[@SoItGoesCAL34]

Thanks for this video. Very good & precise.

[@straycat1403]

Unfortunately we got scammed $60 by a ‘taxi’ driver outside of the train station after arriving from London. Wish we had seen this video beforehand. Live and learn 🙁

[@dorismehlberg1161]

Once again, the most thorough lesson of taxi management! And Google Translate is mandatory. We needed a taxi to get from Gare l'est to Gare St. Lazare. Had our request and destination displayed on Google Translate. The driver looked at it, nodded. Said oui. And off we went. No problem.

[@monarch6443]

Thank You! Thank You! So detailed!

[@akiraf8663]

We need more like you You are doing a great job!

[@markhannan9387]

You guys have fantastic information - extremely useful . Thank you

[@jacqueline8559]

Excellent Video with really concise information. Thank you

[@charmainelawrence9580]

So true. Love you both! I miss Paris so much. My last visit to France was to Paris and Bordeaux last June. You both have an amazing day and keep putting out AMAZING content!!!!!😊🙏🏼🇫🇷💕

[@deepaksivasankaran5657]

Useful video as always ❤

[@lindafrazier8092]

Love your videos! Merci❤

[@deacbeugene]

Thank you very much for such comprehensive guide and advices!

[@LuminosoDePuebla]

Thank you for the tips

[@richardmccarthy9580]

Really good video. I previously spent many days in Paris and took many taxis. In general there are very good and will avoid jams where possible. From my recollection (and it was sometime ago now) the meter rates do change significantly during different parts of the day. Finally, even though the company might pay for the taxi ride, I often used the rail/RER which is reasonably fast and connects with many metro routes…..and certainly during rush hour avoids traffic jams ….. obviously not particularly convenient if with many heavy suitcases

[@serenaliam2733]

You guys read my mind, just today I researched Taxi in Paris, very helpful video. Thank you😃

[@luisafernandez9346]

Bonjour....you guys are the best. LISTEN to them !!!

[@bertadelaudebri7179]

Un gros merci, un bon rappel..we'll be heading back, your way, in the near future and these remainder-type tips are sure helpful.

[@bcarter9252]

EXCELLENT useful info.

[@elsaacevedo7053]

Helpful tips!

[@YASTravelsEatsWell]

Very good informative video!

[@Durga695]

Excellent video and most important.

[@penelopepitstop762]

Thank you, another video to save in my planning folder.

[@SD-gx7uk]

Great information. Thank you for sharing.

[@raquelshiman3092]

Thanks for the info ❤

[@grgr3074]

A parisian guy is talking: thanks for your very helpfull comments...also don't forget in case of problem to drop a letter to Bureau des Taxis 36 Rue des Morillons 75015 PARIS, at a few occasions, I wrote them a letter complaining about abuses and they had been very reactive even threaten the taxi drivers to remove their licences.

[@tebec3624]

That's exactly what happened in the movie "Taken"! The girls got into a scam taxi and were kidnapped! I had no idea that France really had this problem! And thank you for the G7 app suggestion. 😊

[@dewishlist4548]

Thank you for such great tips! 😄

[@bhalchandrapai]

Awesome!!!! Madame et Sir. 👍

[@richb1334]

Great video, this will help me when I go over in September, and we'll watch it a few times and take notes just write a few things and keeping them on my phone will help me and I think all of people who watch in this would be ideal to the same thing. Because we are excited, and we do forget, so having that from information after we get out of the plane it's the best way.

[@jeannamcgregor9967]

This video is spot on. We were hit by the fake taxi drivers just inside the exit to the taxi stand at CDG in April. I was a bit surprised that these guys get away with soliciting inside the airport...taxi service in Paris aside from these guys has always been great.

[@mareefleet2701]

Great information 🌟🌟🌟

[@neubro1448]

Japan where taxis are more regulated has a telltale sign that licensed taxis will have commercial green license plates. Private standard vehicles have white license plates with green text. Ridesharing is illegal, but you can still use Uber which will send a licensed city cab. Airports post these travel warnings. The real danger there is to watch for bar touts in the red light district connected to crime syndicates. Claiming you will have a good time, female staff, hourly drinks until you're surprised by the bill.

[@pascalcs]

Don’t even engage any discussion with a guy asking taxi to you. Just ignore them.

[@tonybeam]

Excellent video. This applies everywhere in the world .

[@melissalopes6492]

This was such a helpful video as I plan to visit in april! This tips and advice thank you !

[@iamthebeast6808]

Love this couple fr 🤞🏻

[@kajlove1]

I love your channel! You both seem so sweet and you’re fun to watch and funny. I’ve learned so much! My daughter and I are coming for our Sr. trip, I’m turning 60 and she just graduated from art school “Senior Trip” I just subscribed 😊

[@kamkarter8821]

Excellent video

[@Muns876]

Love your videos

[@kevinramsden62]

Hi Guys, yet another informative video. However, may I suggest that the public transport system in Paris is so good (even from the airports into the town centre) that the best advice is never to to get into a taxi - the metro/RER is surely always a better bet. I used to travel to Paris two or three times per month on business (with almost no limit on reasonable expenses) and I only once took a taxi, and thereafter chose to take public transport, which is always a better option in my opinion.

[@solracer66]

Except if you have a lot of luggage, the Metro/RER is fine if you have a single carryon bag but it can be a lot of work hauling bigger bags onboard or on connecting Metro trains. The Air France bus used to be my go-to choice but sadly it's been discontinued with only city buses or the Roissybus left and which may not be as convenient if you are heading to the left bank as it only goes to the Opera.

[@MultiSUPERLATIVO]

@kevinramsden62 Totally agree. RER (Charles de Gaulle to downtown Paris) or bus if you arrive through Orly Airport (Orly Bus). You can easily buy a Navigo Découverte ticket at the airport. This prevents people from falling into the hands of scammers.

[@boypillay5270]

Best advice..always try to.use public transport. Unless heavy luggage or urgent travel.

[@kirankumarsukumar]

Im subscribed. The focus and quality is good. I like it

[@mariamjaziri6719]

Your vlogs are amazing, thank you so much, may God bless you

[@ktisafox]

This is a great video, so helpful Thank you so much. We plan to use taxis a lot as I have difficulty walking. You rock!🥰

[@KKK-vv7yn]

Thanks great information

[@gabrielleparis3532]

🌹🇲🇫Colleen and Antoine, you make travel to Paris easy! And your food videos are simply delicious. Literally. I love watching how both of you enjoy the pastries, your expressions are charming and delightful❤. Merci, merci, merci🇲🇫

[@5DollarHoller]

Thank you for doing this video! I wish I had seen this before my first trip to France… Last month, I was a victim of an official taxi driver in Paris who said it was a flat €62 from Gare du Nord to the the 7th Arr. (Scam #1: he was charging me the flat rate from CDG, there’s no flat rate from GDN). We only had about €25 on us and asked to pay with a card, he said he didn’t accept cards (Scam #2: they must always accept cards) so he drove us to an ATM to get cash. I thought going out of my way to get an official taxi would be a safe bet, but definitely not. And Gare du Nord did not have the helpful signs that CDG has. I always recommend snapping a photo of the taxi with license plate as well as the driver or his taxi license. I did file a complaint after I found out I was ripped off, but I know nothing will come of it. I just wanted the authorities to have a data point that it was happening, even if all I could provide was the make/model of the car and drivers description. This was my first trip to a country where English is to prevalent so I was overwhelmed by trying to communicate with him. I suspect he actually did speak English more than he pretended and was just trying to prevent me from asking questions.

[@bernicetorres8384]

great video, thanks

[@ometofu]

Very useful! Been 5 years, I am coming in couple weeks! Can’t wait

[@ometofu]

@@LesFrenchiesTravel Merci à vous!

[@bw5911]

Superb info!

[@im.s.altafshah]

Well thanks a lot, IM sure it will come in handy for my trip to Paris from Dubai 🙏🏻

[@JD987abc]

Merci les frenchies. Perhaps I’ve been fortunate but I have never had a problem with taxi drivers in Paris. I’m sure scammers are there to take advantage of travelers. During my last visit to Paris in January, i took a taxi from the outside queue. The driver was polite and friendly. I was able to communicate with my basic French language skills. He acknowledged that he took credit cards. When we arrived at L’Hotel Square D’Anver the fee was 55€. I offered a 10% tip which he politely declined saying the fee was complete. Another excellent video with practical advice. Thank you. Josef.

[@JD987abc]

@@LesFrenchiesTravel and happy Memorial Day weekend.

[@lauranglover521]

Headed to Paris at the end of Sept/early October (28-3) and your videos have been incredibly helpful!! Merci Beaucoup!!

[@LesFrenchiesTravel]

❤️❤️❤️

[@T.w.m1039]

@@LesFrenchiesTravelSo like if you book a vacation package on expedia to Paris and you don’t choose airport transportation, can you get airport transportation in the airport?

[@monicakoenig5921]

This was very helpful. I once rode in a taxi in Toronto, Canada 🇨🇦 and it was the scariest experience ever and I will never get inside one again 😬

[@FrenchMartini]

Thank you for the informative video! I think that a friend of mine recently got scammed at CDG (and she's a frequent traveler to France). She landed at CDG during the transit strike 2 months ago and she said that the taxi driver charged her €150.

[@jamesbolst3573]

Going to watch the rugby in OCT ! these are great tips ..Thanks !!

[@mayg.931]

Thank you both

[@RADIO-FREE-AMERICA]

This is great information! Have you guys set up an American tour service? It would be great to use this service for a day or so! I have kept many of your videos, and a really looking forward to a trip to Paris! Bonjour! Thomas!

[@humphreymark1829]

This happened to me and I knew it was happening when the bellman at the Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome call an official taxi for me. It was 4:00AM and I didn’t want to deal with it. Since it was so early in the morning and we had 4 large suitcases, I was planning on tipping the driver €100 to show our appreciation. When we got on the way he said his meter and credit card machine was broken and the flat fee was €85. That was all he got and it felt good stiffing him on the tip.

[@Master_Rich1270]

Thank you for all the impo. I will follow this guidance.

[@Master_Rich1270]

@@LesFrenchiesTravel im flying Friday to Italy, going to Milan, Rome and Barcelona with a group tourist guide. Hope nothing will happen bad there. San Francisco California USA 🇺🇸

[@karenschlyter5748]

I had an amazing trip to Paris a few years ago which was nearly ruined by the taxi ride to the airport when I left. The hotel called the taxi for me to take me to the airport. When he showed up there was already a 12e fee on the meter for having to drive from where he was to come get me. When i asked him to open the trunk for me to put my luggage in he said it was another 10e fee to use his trunk so i guess he expected me just to cram my luggage in the back seat with me. I really felt ripped off and it almost cancelled the positive wonderful experiences i had During my time there 😢

[@walideg5304]

You should report this to authorities. They don’t play with scammers and the taxi could lose its license

[@KBTCaseyFlynn]

Personally I just take the train. 11.45 Euros. Quick, easy, no traffic.

[@alicepopovski3643]

Exactly

[@ernestleibovmd7902]

Very good and artistic!In the end repeat phrases for scan shot.

[@JoeWillis2023]

This information saved us twice from scam taxis. The fake ones are sure hard to tell sometimes! Thanks

[@JoeWillis2023]

@@LesFrenchiesTravel without watching your video we would have been fooled! We also went to Lafayette Mall and food court because of your videos. Fabulous!

[@okcantbelieveit294]

We got caught out with our first taxi experience in Germany. It was night time and we were busy being tourists and looking around when we noticed we were passing a building that looked familiar. The driver had taken us on a multi lap tour of the same part of the city. From then on daughter sat in the front with street maps on her phone. No more long detours. Another scam was putting luggage in the boot/trunk. More than once they tried to charge us with luggage handling. We didn’t pay! Mentioned this to a driver when we were in Amsterdam and he was livid! Said we should have reported him as they have similar rules as the Netherlands. Only got caught the once!

[@teanna4569]

Iam going next year in July, iam taking notes but this has always been my dream vacation… this video is very helpful

[@eddyikiswaka4584]

Same in NYC.

Very informative video. I have been in Parisien taxis many times and did not know a lot of this. Thank you. Any suggestions for summer vacation spots near the beach in France?

[@nyasak721]

Excellent video! It is full of real valuable information. Thank you! LAST WEEK, in preparation for my trip I got the G7 app. I booked a private pickup from CDG. I paid $56 USD to go the right bank(18e). I will also use G7 to get around. Uber is Paris is not as reliable as it was.

[@wberckmann]

Great video, but I recommend taking the RER since the price is way below the taxi rate and you have none of the hassles explained here. It only takes a little research to find out how to use it and it is very straightforward. If your destination is not on the RER lines, you will find an easy connection on the métro to get you close. However, if you have a lot of baggage (big mistake) take their advice on the Taxi.