Hotelupwell.com – The capital of France, Paris, is currently in the spotlight because it will host the 2024 Olympics. Many people from all over the world flock to Paris to support their country competing in various sports.
Before the 2024 Olympics were held, Paris had already become a tourist destination for world travelers. The City of Love is famous for its beautiful city and of course the iconic Eiffel Tower. Exploring Paris is not difficult.
A city as big and modern as Paris is already equipped with adequate public transportation. No need to be confused when on vacation here, because there are several types of transportation in Paris, France, that you can use.
1. Metro
Traveling around Paris by Metro can be the right choice. The reason is, there are 16 Metro lines with 300 stations spread throughout Paris. Operating hours start at 06.00-01.00, except Friday and Saturday until 02.00.
For one ride, you will be charged a fare of 1.90 euros or around Rp. 33 thousand. If you want to save more, you can buy 10 tickets directly for 14.50 euros or Rp255 thousand. Payment can be made using t+, the Paris transportation card.
Oh yes, it’s a good idea to avoid taking the Metro during rush hour or working hours, because it will be very crowded. The Metro usually comes every 2 minutes.
2. Tram
Paris has 4 tram lines, namely T1, T2, T3, and T4. Each line has different destinations and routes which pass through many interesting places in Paris. Many people use the tram because it feels very comfortable.
When deciding to take the tram, make sure you pay close attention to the route so you don’t go to the wrong destination. For operating hours, trams in Paris operate from 06.00-02.00 every day.
Just like taking the Metro, the price of a tram ticket in Paris is 1.90 euros or around Rp33 thousand. That’s for one ride and you can pay using t+.
3. RER
Réseau Express Régional (RER) is also an express train-based transportation that can be used for a vacation in Paris, France. If you want to explore the suburbs or cities around Paris, RER could be the right choice.
In 2024, the RER price will increase for adults by 11.80-13.50 euros or around Rp. 208 thousand-Rp. 238 thousand. Meanwhile, children are charged 8.80-9.10 euros or Rp. 155 thousand-Rp. 160 thousand.
There are five RER lines in Paris with different routes that can be taken. The RER line operates every day from 06.00-00.45, except Friday and Saturday until 01.45.
4. Bus
If you want to sightseeing Paris and its surroundings more freely, you must use the bus. The reason is, Paris provides 64 bus lines with hundreds of bus stations that are ready to be stops for your exploration in Paris.
Indeed, the bus routes in Paris are more crowded and complicated, because they pass through many stops. However, taking the bus makes it easier for you to get off at the stop closest to your destination. The operating hours are from 07.00 to 20.30 every day.
When you want to get on the bus, you must wave at the bus stop so that the driver knows that you want to get on. Once you get on, you will be charged 1.90 euros or around Rp. 33 thousand. Pay using t+, okay!
5. Noctilien
Have you just come home from walking around Paris past midnight? Don’t worry, because there is Noctilien, a night bus that operates from 00.30 to 05.30. There are 47 routes that this bus passes.
The price for one ride is similar to the Metro and bus, which is 1.90 euros or around Rp. 33 thousand. Uniquely, you can use a Metro or RER ticket if it is still in the same zone.
6. Taxi
Paris also has taxis that you can use to visit a certain location. Taking a taxi is indeed faster, but the fare is much more expensive than taking the Metro, RER, tram, or bus.
Every 20 minutes of travel, the taxi fare can be up to 15-20 euros or around Rp. 264 thousand-Rp. 353 thousand. Payment can only be made in cash, so make sure you have it ready.
You need to know, if the sign on the top of the taxi is on, it means there are no passengers, so you can get on. If the top is off, then there are already passengers on board.
