{"id":12033,"date":"2024-01-20T06:48:34","date_gmt":"2024-01-20T06:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/justpaste.in\/blogs\/10-cheap-things-to-do-in-paris\/"},"modified":"2026-08-04T10:53:04","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T10:53:04","slug":"10-cheap-things-to-do-in-paris","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justpaste.in\/blogs\/10-cheap-things-to-do-in-paris\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Cheap Things to do in Paris When Visiting"},"content":{"rendered":"

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10 Cheap Things to Do in Paris<\/h1>\n

Paris can quickly become an expensive city to navigate! But with the right planning, you can discover this city on a budget. Below are 10 cheap things to do in Paris. Perfect for first-time visitors.<\/p>\n

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1. Take a Picture with the Eiffel Tower<\/h2>\n

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What is Paris without the Eiffel Tower? This is obviously a tourist bucket list item but a necessity especially when you are visiting Paris for the first time!<\/p>\n

A great place to get a perfect view of the tower is going to Trocadero<\/strong> on the west side of the Eiffel Tower.<\/p>\n

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2. People Watch at Cafe De Flore<\/h2>\n

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Cafe de Flore<\/strong> is probably not a true local cafe- and a bit overpriced, but to stay on the cheap just order an espresso and something sweet and let the people watching begin.<\/p>\n

From the tourists to the locals, the neighborhood of Saint Germain is a bright and lively neighborhood to fully take in the Parisian Lifestyle.<\/p>\n

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3. Buy French Beauty Products at Citi Pharma in Paris<\/h2>\n

I have gotten accustomed to using French beauty products daily and am always sticker-shocked when I come to buy them in the US.<\/p>\n

In France, my favorite products like Nuxe, Embryolisse, Bioderma, Caudalie, and Avene are nearly 50% less expensive<\/strong> than the USA.<\/p>\n

The best place to purchase these discounted beauty products is at City Pharma<\/strong> Paris<\/strong> in the St. Germain neighborhood.<\/p>\n

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4. Visit the Opera Garnier<\/h2>\n

Opera Garnier is by far the most opulent and beautiful place I have ever been to!<\/p>\n

It was honestly breathtaking in person. To the gold details, chandeliers, and the history of this building I recommend taking a tour, or just heading in on your own and picking up an audio guide. Also, there is a perfect photo opportunity on the opera’s front balcony overlooking the square below and Avenue de l’Opera.<\/p>\n

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5. Eat Macarons at Laduree Paris<\/h2>\n

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Paris is known for its delectable sweets. A Macaroon is a must when visiting Paris. Tip: Visit the Champs Elys\u00e9es Location for a grand feel.<\/p>\n

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6. Shop at Galeries Lafayette Paris<\/h2>\n

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While Galleries Lafayette has high-end designer goods, the interior is so beautiful it’s worth looking around.<\/p>\n

However, some floors offer less expensive items so you may even find something oh-so-chic! I personally took home a 100% wool beret for winter for only 20 Euros.<\/p>\n

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7. Explore the streets of Paris<\/h2>\n

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Everywhere you look in Paris seems like a photograph, but the side streets offer just as much beauty.<\/p>\n

The painted Parisian doors and the small cafes on the corner offer perfect opportunities for pictures and people-watching. Who knows what you might find! My favorite picture is one I took of this man tending his flower shop!<\/p>\n

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8. Drink Wine along the Seine River<\/h2>\n

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Buy a bottle of your favorite French wine, grab your cups, and head down to the Seine River.<\/p>\n

Enjoying the scenery and the bridges that interlock the city is just a perfect way to wind down from touring. If you’re lucky you might catch a gorgeous sunset as I did! The view was stunning!<\/p>\n

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9. Ride Bikes In Paris<\/h2>\n

A fun way to discover Paris that isn’t underground, or a tourist bus is renting bicycles and navigating the city yourself. I must say that Parisian streets are very narrow and intersections are a bit different than the US, but after a few minutes on the bike you get used to it- just be cautious!<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, I didn’t take any photos of riding bikes in Paris, but they offer a bike rental system where you can take bikes and park them throughout the city. We didn’t have a map of where these stations were located but we just stumbled upon one when we wanted to get off.<\/p>\n

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10. Order Cafe Like a Parisian<\/h2>\n

Don’t be that tourist who orders their coffee like they are back where they are from- like the lady who wanted her Flat White to go.<\/p>\n

1. The barista didn’t speak English<\/p>\n

2. The cafe is espresso<\/p>\n

3. Parisians don’t take their coffee to go. Sip & Enjoy!<\/p>\n

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There you have 10 Cheap things to do in Paris! I hope you try out some of these things when you visit Paris next.<\/p>\n

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