Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Opening Hours
When planning your itinerary, avoid getting caught out by closures.
Most museums close one day a week, usually Monday or Tuesday.
Shops generally close on Sundays, except in a few tourist precincts.
Many shops and all street markets close on Mondays.
Closures are widespread on
public holidays
.
Check for closures around August.
Language
Although English is increasingly widespread in Paris, you'll have an infinitely more rewarding
experience if you address locals in French, even simply '
bonjour, parlez-vous anglais
?'
('hello, do you speak English?').
